IT Governance

MAY 27, 2021

For all the talk of criminal hacking, ransomware infections and the technologies to prevent them, the key to protecting your organisation is cyber security awareness training. If you’re wondering why your employees pose such a big risk and how staff awareness can protect you, we explain everything you need to know in this blog.

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Security Affairs

JULY 1, 2023

The LockBit ransomware gang claims to have hacked Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC). The LockBit ransomware group this week claimed to have hacked the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company ( TSMC ) and $70 million ransom. ” reads the announcement published by Lockbit operators on their leak site.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 12, 2022

The first signs of the ransomware attack at data storage vendor Spectra Logic were reports from a number of IT staffers about little things going wrong at the beginning of the day. Screens then started to display a ransom demand, which said files had been encrypted by the NetWalker ransomware virus. The ransom demand was $3.6

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

The DEV-0206-associated FakeUpdates activity on affected systems has since led to follow-on actions resembling DEV-0243 pre-ransomware behavior.”. IBM shared the following tips to prevent Raspberry Robin infections: Implement security awareness training. Search for the IOCs in your environment.

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KnowBe4

JANUARY 17, 2025

Ransomware groups claimed responsibility for 5,461 attacks in 2024, with 1,204 of these attacks being publicly confirmed by victim organizations, according to Comparitechs latest Ransomware Roundup report.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 20, 2020

This report provides intelligence and indicators of compromise (IOCs) that organizations can use to fight current attacks, anticipating emerging threats, and manage security awareness in a better way. EDP Group ransomware attack via RagnarLocker ). Phishing and Malware Q1 2020.

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KnowBe4

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

New data shows just how crippling ransomware has been on those small businesses that have fallen victim to an attack and needed to pay the ransom.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Sophos cybersecurity researchers have discovered a Python-based ransomware operation that escalated from a compromised corporate network to encrypted virtual machines in just three hours. Organizations that hold sensitive data should ensure that their teams are security-aware , especially employees with admin privileges.

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IT Governance

MARCH 29, 2018

Organisations’ second biggest concern is their employees’ lack of security awareness, according to CyberEdge’s 2018 Cyberthreat Defense Report. This is the first time in five years that poor security awareness hasn’t topped the list – with ‘lack of skilled personnel’ nabbing the top spot.

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KnowBe4

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

A report from cybersecurity consultancy Savanti reveals that board members are facing challenges in understanding cyber risks , and this has important implications for businesses.

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KnowBe4

MAY 31, 2024

New insight into ransomware attacks show that cyber attacks are a top concern for organizations – with many not aware they were a victim until after the attack.

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KnowBe4

MAY 14, 2024

New analysis of Q1’s ransomware attacks uncovers a single group responsible for the lion’s share and even discusses what makes the them so successful.

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KnowBe4

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

A recent panel discussion of banking CISOs and experts at the SIBOS conference focused on the current state of ransomware and what institutions should do to protect themselves.

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KnowBe4

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

The International Joint Commission (ICJ), an organization that handles water issues along the Canada–United States border, was hit by a ransomware attack, the Register reports.

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KnowBe4

AUGUST 19, 2024

Despite changing their stripes, the FBI warns organizations of new tactics used by this known ransomware threat group that are only making them more.

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KnowBe4

OCTOBER 13, 2023

As the number of reported ransomware attacks jumps significantly, new data provides a fresh look at just how ready organizations are for ransomware.

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KnowBe4

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

KnowBe4’s security awareness training and simulated phishing platform allows workforces to make smarter decisions, strengthen an organization’s security culture and human risk by protecting their organization from phishing, social engineering and ransomware.

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KnowBe4

OCTOBER 28, 2022

With only 57 vulnerabilities tied to ransomware back in 2019, the most recent data from security vendor Ivanti shows that number predicted to be over 300 by the end of 2022.

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KnowBe4

MARCH 7, 2024

This report sheds light on the fact that two of the top three cyber threats concerning mid-market IT departments are AI-based threats and ransomware, with insider threats ranking as the primary concern this year.

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Dark Reading

APRIL 6, 2022

Record-setting ransomware attacks, a shortage of skilled personnel, and low security awareness across the workforce cause headaches for IT security teams.

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KnowBe4

MARCH 7, 2025

Researchers at Barracuda observed a fourfold increase in ransomware threats last year, driven by increasingly sophisticated ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) operations.

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Data Breach Today

APRIL 17, 2018

KnowBe4's Stu Sjouwerman on the Need to Foster 'Human Firewalls' Social engineering attacks, including ransomware, business email compromise and phishing, are a problem that can never be solved, but rather only managed via a continued focus on security awareness training, says Stu Sjouwerman, CEO of KnowBe4.

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IT Governance

OCTOBER 26, 2021

This Sunday is both Halloween and the end of National Cyber Security Awareness Month – and what better way to mark the occasion than with some cyber security horror stories? If there’s one cyber security threat that’s keeping business owners up at night, it’s ransomware.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Ransomware Sanctions: Do They Have Any Impact? madhav Thu, 12/14/2023 - 05:37 Ransomware is one of the most high-profile and high-value cybercrimes that organizations need to watch out for. Sanctions can be leveled against criminal organizations, individuals, or groups from certain countries in an effort to curb ransomware attacks.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 26, 2019

Impact of Privacy & Security Issues in Business Communication. I remember that in early 2017, the business world was hit by ransomware, which felt to them like a speedy bullet shot at their blind spot. The ransomware attack was labeled as WannaCry, which in reality made the victims wanted to cry.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 22, 2022

A recent experience highlighted that security awareness training and most alerts to users about unsafe practices may be making the error of being too general. An alert came in one morning about a security alert generated by my device. Security Awareness Training Improvements Coming. “As ” This didn’t help.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 17, 2021

Back in the day, security training was largely reserved for IT security specialists and then extended to include IT personnel in general. These days, all employees need to be well educated in security best practices and good habits if the organization wishes to steer clear of ransomware and malware. Living Security.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

The Pain of Double Extortion Ransomware divya Thu, 02/16/2023 - 06:10 Ransomware perpetrators are adopting more sophisticated attack techniques with much success. Ransomware attacks have become much more dangerous and have evolved beyond basic security defenses and business continuity techniques like next-gen antivirus and backups.

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DXC Technology

OCTOBER 11, 2021

It’s October and that means it’s Cyber Security Awareness Month once again. And they’re becoming more professional with models like ransomware-as-a-service. And they’re becoming more professional with models like ransomware-as-a-service. Cyber threats continue to evolve and proliferate at increasing speed.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 24, 2023

Related: Tapping hidden pools of security talent Sometimes hackers can encrypt your systems, holding them hostage and asking you to pay money to regain access to them. This problem, called ransomware , explains why keeping backups is so important. Cyberattacks can also lead to a loss of productivity.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 30, 2021

“Fellows can expect to investigate and prosecute state-sponsored cyber threats; transnational criminal groups; infrastructure and ransomware attacks; and the use of cryptocurrency and money laundering to finance and profit from cyber-based crimes.” .” reads the announcement published by DoJ.

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KnowBe4

APRIL 23, 2024

Global optics manufacturer Hoya had business operations at its headquarters and several business divisions impacted and is now facing a “No Negotiation / No Discount Policy” $10 million ransom decision to make.

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KnowBe4

AUGUST 15, 2024

The latest data from Coveware shows a slowing of attack efficacy, a decrease in ransom payments being made, and a shift in initial access tactics.

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KnowBe4

MARCH 11, 2024

The specter of cybercrime continues to grow, with losses soaring to $12.5 billion in 2023, according to the recently released Internet Crime Report by the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3).

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 4, 2021

million – ransomware (the number of incidents rose sharply in the first half of 2021, ending a three-year decline on endpoints), and the continued focus on Microsoft Office by bad actors. Subsequently, if there is a lapse in vigilance, the endpoint security solution can then intervene where necessary.”. Malware in Encrypted Traffic.

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KnowBe4

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

The rise of agentic AI tools will transform the cybercrime landscape, according to a new report from Malwarebytes.

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KnowBe4

JANUARY 18, 2024

A new analysis of data breaches in the United Kingdom's legal sector shows that organizations need to be looking inward more and look for ways to elevate the security awareness of employees.

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