Cybersecurity Essentials

Threats & Attacks

Given the sophistication of cyber-attacks, cybersecurity has become a central focus to protect people and their personal data. Learn more about the common threats we all face in an age when companies are undergoing a digital transformation.

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Threats And Attacks

@EduardKovacs shared
On May 25, 2021
From paralysing the internet in Estonia to a $4.4-million ransom being paid last week after the shutdown of a major US pipeline, we take a look back at 15 years of cyberattacks. https://t.co/KxORdQL3xw
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Cyberattacks: Bigger, Smarter, Faster

Cyberattacks: Bigger, Smarter, Faster

From paralysing the internet in Estonia to a $4.4-million ransom being paid last week after the shutdown of a major US pipeline, we take a look back at 15 years of cyberattacks.

@unix_root shared
On May 27, 2021
Hackers are now using fake foundations to trick Uyghurs based in Pakistan and #China into downloading #malware as part of espionage activities. Read details: https://t.co/lLFIZIUaTI #infosec #cybersecurity #hacking #privacy
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Hackers Using Fake Foundations to Target Uyghur Minority in China

Hackers Using Fake Foundations to Target Uyghur Minority in China

Uyghur Muslim minorities in China are being targeted by hackers using fake foundations.

@cyberdefensemag shared
On May 25, 2021
@cyberdefensemag Publisher @miliefsky Sharing an important story about Executive Protection Needs #cybersecurity #CYBER #SECURITY in this #CDM #EXCLUSIVE https://t.co/9FYTYRLSfO by Dr. Chris Pierson @DrChrisPierson hope to see during our #BlackUnicornAwards @BlackHatUSA https://t.co/ZYrleuSMdV
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Executive Protection Needs to Include Digital

Executive Protection Needs to Include Digital

By Dr. Chris Pierson, Founder & CEO, BlackCloak Major firms and corporations already know full well the risks and dangers inherent to their executives' security. Executive Protection is an ...

@CiscoUmbrella shared
On May 20, 2021
Do you know what to do in the event of a #ransomware cyberattack? https://t.co/ngJxlnpiVm https://t.co/DxKZS9B0KW
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How to stop ransomware

How to stop ransomware

Get expert advice on how to protect against and remediate one of the fastest growing and most dangerous cyber threats to your business.

@securityaffairs shared
On May 22, 2021
#AirIndia suffered a #databreach, 4.5 million customers impacted https://t.co/0vzDVFOUxt #securityaffairs #hacking
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Air India disclosed a data breach that impacted roughly 4.5 million of its customers, two months after its Passenger Service System provider SITA was hacked.

Air India disclosed a data breach that impacted roughly 4.5 million of its customers, two months after its Passenger Service System provider SITA was hacked.

Air India disclosed a data breach that impacted roughly 4.5 million of its customers, two months after its Passenger Service System provider SITA was hacked. Air India has disclosed a data ...

@Reuters shared
On May 25, 2021
U.S. to boost pipeline cyber protections in wake of Colonial hack https://t.co/NzW65SS0ah https://t.co/hiqZwYWWG4
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U.S. to boost pipeline cyber protections in wake of Colonial hack

U.S. to boost pipeline cyber protections in wake of Colonial hack

The Biden administration is working with pipeline companies to strengthen protections against cyberattacks following the Colonial Pipeline hack and will announce actions in coming days, the ...

@Reuters shared
On May 22, 2021
Week Ahead in Data Privacy: May 24, 2021 https://t.co/hOkxa4VEqS https://t.co/mqUeyOcXsm
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Week Ahead in Data Privacy: May 24, 2021

Week Ahead in Data Privacy: May 24, 2021

Here are some upcoming events of interest to the data privacy community. Unless otherwise noted, all times are local, and court appearances are virtual due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

@cyberdefensemag shared
On May 24, 2021
@cyberdefensemag Publisher @miliefsky Sharing an important story about 5 Tips to Building a Cyber-Smart Culture #cybersecurity #CYBER #SECURITY in this #CDM #EXCLUSIVE https://t.co/d5DqNE66l5 by Rob Simopoulos @Defendify hope to see during our #BlackUnicornAwards @BlackHatUSA https://t.co/pRb7wis58c
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5 Tips to Building a Cyber-Smart Culture

5 Tips to Building a Cyber-Smart Culture

Building a strong cybersecurity culture in your organization is not only possible, it's a necessity. With cyberattacks spanning critical infrastructure, SMBs, retail organizations, and ...