Two attack methods are the most popular – and most successful – techniques ransomware gangs are using to lay the foundations for their cyber-extortion campaigns. Source: Read More (Latest topics for ZDNet in Security)
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[ZDNet] Dump Google Chrome and keep (almost) all the benefits
Better performance, longer battery life, and none of the Google stuff. Source: Read More (Latest topics for ZDNet in Security)
[ZDNet] Hackers used never-before-seen wiper in recent attack on Iranian train system: report
SentinelOne analysts were able to recreate the July 9 attack and identify the threat actor behind it. Source: Read More (Latest topics for ZDNet in Security)
[ZDNet] Mozilla adds new features to its VPN service, raises prices for some users
Mozilla’s VPN gains split tunneling and says customers demanded more flexible pricing options. Source: Read More (Latest topics for ZDNet in Security)
[ZDNet] McAfee: Babuk ransomware decryptor causes encryption ‘beyond repair’
Babuk announced earlier this year that it would be targeting Linux/UNIX and ESXi or VMware systems with ransomware. Source: Read More (Latest topics for ZDNet in Security)
[ZDNet] Microsoft: Zero Trust security just hit the mainstream
If you work in cybersecurity and you don’t know about Zero Trust, you’re among a very small minority, according to a Microsoft survey. Source: Read More (Latest topics for ZDNet in Security)
[ZDNet] Hackers breach UC San Diego hospital, gaining access to SSNs and medical info of patients, employees, and students
The attackers gained access to personal data ranging from claims information to laboratory results, prescriptions, treatments, SSNs, payment card numbers or financial account information. Source: Read More (Latest topics for ZDNet in Security)
[ZDNet] Biden signs memo ordering CISA and NIST to develop cybersecurity performance goals for critical infrastructure
The order also formally establishes the Industrial Control System Cybersecurity Initiative which was created in April. Source: Read More (Latest topics for ZDNet in Security)
[ZDNet] Average organization targeted by over 700 social engineering attacks each year: report
According to a new Barracuda study, IT staffers receive an average of 40 targeted phishing attacks in a year. Source: Read More (Latest topics for ZDNet in Security)
[ZDNet] One third of cybersecurity workers have faced harassment at work or online – this initiative aims to stamp it out
Respect In Security is encouraging organisations to create a workplace free from abuse. Source: Read More (Latest topics for ZDNet in Security)