Top news of the week: 19.10.2021.
Threats And Attacks
CISA Issues Warning On Cyber Threats Targeting Water and Wastewater Systems
The U.S. Cybersecurity Infrastructure and Security Agency (CISA) issues a warning about cyber threats targeting wastewater and water systems.
We analyzed 80 million ransomware samples – here’s what we learned
Leaders at organizations across the globe are witnessing the alarming rise of ransomware threats, leaving them with the sobering thought that an attack on their business may be not a matter ...
Innovations And Trends
Enterprises are scrambling to deploy zero trust security
Enterprises are quickly finding out that zero trust security is becoming a business decision, not only an operational decision.
Top 10 Digital Transformation Trends For 2022
As we approach 2022, what will be the biggest trends in digital that will impact the year to come? In this piece, we explore 10 technology and digital transformation trends that will play a ...
Data Privacy
Neighbour wins privacy row over smart doorbell and cameras
The Amazon devices were found to invade privacy and break data laws in a landmark UK case.
DPC proposes €36m fine for Facebook over data complaint
The Data Protection Commission (DPC) has proposed fining Facebook up to €36m in one of more than a dozen probes it has opened into the social media giant, according to a draft decision ...
Startups And Investments
CEO of cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike says the average ransom payment is $6 million
CrowdStrike co-founder and CEO George Kurtz told CNBC's Jim Cramer on Tuesday that ransomware is a big challenge for companies, with average payments around $6 million.
DDN Teams with Accenture to Deliver Corporate Director Training on Systemic Cyber Risk
The leaders in cybersecurity governance to train U.S. public company corporate directors on systemic cyber risk to secure America's digital future.
Companies And Services
Fraudsters Cloned Company Director’s Voice In $35 Million Bank Heist, Police Find
AI voice cloning is used in a huge heist in the U.A.E, amidst warnings about cybercriminal use of the new technology.
Google forms Cybersecurity Action Team to support customer security transformation
Google’s initiative will offer security and compliance services to guide governments, critical infrastructure, enterprises, and small businesses through digital transformation.
Business And Industries
From Help Desk to Head of SOC: Building a Cybersecurity Career on Empathy and Candor
Why a passion for helping people is key to delivering effective cybersecurity solutions.
KubeCon + CloudNativeCon Highlights Security for Open Source
Vulnerabilities in the life cycle of open-source software development can start from tiny crumbs but grow into substantial issues.