One issue that is raised frequently is the way in which security or IT teams struggle to speak the “business language” to members of the senior leadership that take the final decisions on spending and investment. This problem could have its roots in IT – and later security – teams historically having their management lines […]
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This article was originally published on Cybernews When it comes to cybersecurity and online protection, many regional ISP and telco providers are very late to the party to defend against malicious actors, like in the case of Russian APT groups. The COVID-19 crisis outlined the importance of the internet and computers. However, it also emphasized the
Author: Roman Faithfull, Cyber Intelligence Lead Introduction Initial access brokers (IABs) form a key part of the cybercriminal ecosystem. They facilitate access for ransomware groups, data leakers, and advanced persistent threat groups (APTs) into corporate networks. They are highly specialised, and professional, and operate in an established, lucrative market often characterised by rigid rules and
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Separating fact from fiction To find out, check out Episode 20 of the Cyjax Geopolitical and Cybersecurity Podcast. Here’s a summary of what’s on the table… In the latest episode of the Cybersecurity & Geopolitical Discussion, the hosts Ian Thornton-Trump CD, CISO for Cyjax, Lisa Forte of Red Goat Security and Philip Ingram MBE of
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Introduction Cyjax analysts have identified the distribution of STOP ransomware on Google Groups through mass spam attacks on Usenet. Over 385,000 posts have been observed, which contain malicious links resulting in ransomware infection. This campaign, henceforth referred to as “STOPNET.GG”, has been in operation since at least May 2023, and is ongoing at the time
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The Threats Ahead: What will 2024 have in store for global security? To find out, check out Episode 19 of the Cyjax Geopolitical and Cybersecurity Podcast. Here’s a summary of what’s on the table… A new year brings new threats! So join our CISO Ian Thornton-Trump CD and his guests Lisa Forte, Partner at Red
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As businesses have evolved, so have cybercriminals and the means they use to try and penetrate their digital assets. Every day, new threats arise and unscrupulous organisations create means to attack physical networks, cloud services, and other key business functions and this is why having a robust cyber security risk management plan is critical. As
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The Evolution of Cybersecurity with CYMON AI In today’s digital age, the cybersecurity landscape is more akin to an ever-shifting battleground, where the only constant is change. Threat actors continuously evolve their strategies, exploiting new vulnerabilities and adapting to the latest defences. Faced with challenges such as an ever-expanding attack surface, the prevalence of generic
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According to figures published in the ONS Crime Survey on 19 October, the rate of shop theft in the UK increased by 25 percent in the year ending June 2023. The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS), meanwhile, reported more than 1.1m instance of theft in 2022, with many carried out by organised gangs. Shoplifting can
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