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Top 10 Cybersecurity Attacks and Data Breaches of 2023

In 2023, the cybersecurity landscape witnessed a significant shift as ransomware attacks evolved to prioritize data theft and extortion over traditional encryption-based tactics. Notably, smaller and less...

6 Cybersecurity Predictions For 2024, According to IBM

In 2023, Generative AI dominated cybersecurity discussions but a data breach in ChatGPT highlighted associated risks, leading to increased focus on AI for threat detection. Ransomware surged, particularly...

Privilege Abuse: Everything You Need To Know In Order To Stop It

According to Verizon’s Data Breach Investigations Report, 82% of data breaches had some type of human involvement whether in the form human error, social engineering attacks or privilege abuse. System...

Malware as a Service: Everything You Need To Know

Malware as a Service (MaaS) is a term used to describe the provision of malicious software over the internet for the purpose of compromising computer systems and networks. This type of service is provided by...

Everything You Need To Know About Business Email Compromise

In the fast-paced world of business, where digital communication reigns supreme, a subtle and cunning threat lurks in the shadows: Business Email Compromise (BEC). Imagine a scenario where trusted emails turn...

Database Ransomware: Everything You Need To Know

The ever-expanding enterprise attack surface, easy execution, the growing popularity of ransomware as a service and financial reward has made ransomware a preferred attack vector for cybercriminals. Not only...

Vulnerability Management and Its Impact on Businesses

Vulnerability management is a crucial security practice aimed at preventing potential harm to an organization by continuously identifying, evaluating, and addressing vulnerabilities across its IT ecosystem...

The Ultimate Guide To Dedicated Server Data Backup and Recovery

Dedicated servers provide businesses with the power and flexibility to fully control their IT infrastructure and applications. However, with this control comes the responsibility of managing your own backups...

NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0: A Comprehensive Guide

NIST has recently released the next iteration of its cybersecurity framework. This framework adds a sixth function, governance, to the original five, emphasizing cybersecurity as a significant enterprise risk...

Top 10 Cybersecurity Conferences You Can Not Afford To Miss In 2024

Cybersecurity threats are evolving rapidly, with new attacks and vulnerabilities emerging every day. To stay on top of the latest cybersecurity trends, technologies, and best practices, attending premier...

Top 10 Cybersecurity Trends For 2024

The cyber threat landscape is constantly evolving. As technology advances and attackers become more sophisticated, new cyber risks emerge. Organizations need to stay on top of the latest threats and prepare...

7 Key Findings From CISA’s Top Routinely Exploited Vulnerabilities Report

The CISA Top Routinely Exploited Vulnerabilities report is a collaborative effort involving international partners from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the UK. It identifies common vulnerabilities and...

7 Reasons Why Generative AI Is Fueling Cyberattacks

Deep Instinct’s recent Voice of SecOps Report, based on a survey of 652 senior cybersecurity experts from large companies, highlights a concerning surge in global attacks due to threat actors leveraging...

Man in the Middle Attack: Everything You Need To Know

In today’s digital era of interconnectivity, ensuring online security has become paramount. Among the prevalent and perilous cyber threats, the Man in the Middle (MITM) attack stands out, involving an...

DDoS Attack Cost: Everything You Need To Know

DDoS attacks have evolved into formidable adversaries, capable of inflicting severe disruptions and monetary losses on targeted organizations. In this comprehensive analysis,  As a seasoned DDoS protection...

7 Common DDoS Attack Motives You Should Be Aware Of

For business owners and decision-makers, comprehending the motives that drive these nefarious activities is paramount in fortifying their organizations against potential DDoS assaults. By understanding the...

Black Hat conferences 2023: Top 10 Cybersecurity Products and Takeaways

In 2023, the cybersecurity landscape has showcased its dynamic nature with shifting trends in cyber threats. While traditional ransomware attacks have waned in popularity, identity-based cyberattacks and data...

7 Key Takeaways From Cost of Data Breach Report 2023

According to the cost of data breach report 2023 by IBM, the average cost of data breach is $4.45 million, 15% increase from 2020. For some context, the average cost of data breach was $4.35 million in 2022...

3 Common Types of DDoS Attacks and How To Protect Against Them

In the digital world, DDoS attacks are a prevalent and disruptive form of cyberattack, jeopardizing network and online service accessibility. Understanding the types of DDoS attacks is vital for protection and...

7 Key Takeaways From Verizon’s Data Breach Investigation Report 2023

The Verizon Data Breach Investigation Report (DBIR) is an invaluable resource that sheds light on the ever-evolving landscape of data breaches. The recently published 2023 report provides crucial insights into...

7 Key Takeaways From FBI Internet Crime Report

The FBI’s latest Internet Crime Report underscores the critical link between cyber risk and business risk, as well as the inseparable nature of cybersecurity and national security. The report reveals...

7 Key Takeaways From Identity Defined Security Alliance Report

The IDSA report highlights the importance of staying informed about evolving threats in the rapidly changing threat landscape. It offers valuable insights and key takeaways for cybersecurity leaders. These...

7 Key Findings From The Picus Red Report 2023

The cybersecurity landscape continues to evolve rapidly, presenting new challenges for organizations worldwide. In the midst of this ever-changing environment, the Picus Red Team recently conducted an in-depth...

Google Secure AI Framework: Everything You Need To Know

Google has introduced the Secure AI Framework (SAIF), a conceptual framework that aims to address the security challenges specific to AI systems. With Google’s ownership of generative AI chatbot Bard and...

10 Most Dangerous Large Language Model Vulnerabilities According To OWASP

The exponential rise in the popularity of artificial intelligence in general and large language models in particular has forced businesses to rethink their cybersecurity approaches. Cybersecurity professionals...

7 Key Takeaways From AT&T Cybersecurity Insights Report 2023

Edge computing has become a phenomenon in the last few years. Organizations are actively moving their workloads to the edge to reap the real benefits. Unfortunately, they don’t understand the challenges...

State of Cybersecurity 2023:7 Statistics That Highlights The Current Challenges

In today’s digital age, cyber threats have become an ever-present danger for individuals and organizations alike. From data breaches to ransomware attacks, the consequences of cybercrime can be...

10 Cybersecurity Pitfalls You Should Avoid At All Costs

With each passing year, the importance of cybersecurity in our personal and professional lives continues to grow. As we step into the year 2023, it is crucial to understand the evolving threat landscape and...

Attack Vectors: Everything You Need To Know

According to the cost of data breach report, the average cost of a data breach is $4.35 million. That number is expected to jump to $5 million in 2023, according to Acronis prediction. With the cost of data...

Cross-Site Scripting: Everything You Need To Know About the Security Vulnerability

According to a study, 60% of web applications are vulnerable to cross-site scripting attacks. In fact, 30% of all web application attacks use cross-site scripting. Not only that, cross-site scripting flaws are...

How To Protect Your Dedicated Server From DDoS Attack?

Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks are a common and significant threat to online businesses and organizations. These attacks occur when a large number of devices are used to flood a server with...

10 Dangerous Cybersecurity Risks You Can’t Afford To Ignore In 2023

2022 was the year where we saw a record number of cybersecurity attacks and data breaches. Don’t expect 2023 to be much different. Cyberattackers will continue their relentless assault on business while...

7 Key Takeaways From IBM’s X-Force Threat Intelligence Index 2023

IBM recently released their X-Force Threat Intelligence Index 2023 recently and it brings to light some surprising facts. IBM collects data regarding threat vectors and their impacts on business, analyzes all...

Top 10 Women In Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity has become an essential aspect of the digital world as our lives have shifted online. The growing demand for cybersecurity experts has opened the door for many talented women to excel in the...

10 Common Types of Malware Your Business Should Guard Against

Malware, short for malicious software, is any program or file that is designed to harm or exploit a computer system. There are many different types of malware, each with its own unique characteristics and...

Protection From DDoS Attacks: 7 Ways To Secure Your Website In 2023

Distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks are a serious threat to the availability and security of websites and online services. These attacks involve overwhelming a website with traffic from multiple...

Top 10 Cybersecurity Podcasts You Must Listen To In 2023

Cyber Security is like a cat and mouse game. On one end are cyberattackers who are constantly looking for vulnerabilities in the system to exploit. On the other end of the spectrum are cybersecurity...

10 Ways ChatGPT Can Improve Your Cybersecurity

ChatGPT, also known as the Generative Pre-trained Transformer, is a cutting-edge language model developed by OpenAI. It has the ability to generate human-like text, making it a powerful tool in a variety of...

Top 10 Cybersecurity Conferences You Should Attend In 2023

As the world becomes increasingly reliant on technology and the internet, cybersecurity has become a critical concern for individuals, businesses, and governments. With cybercriminals staying one step ahead of...

7 Important Lessons 2022 Taught IT Leaders

2022 has been a tough year for the IT industry. We saw the effects of the pandemic linger on. Businesses are forced to operate remotely or adopt a hybrid model. With digital transformation high up on IT...

7 Key Takeaways From Cybersecurity Events of 2022 You Should Keep An Eye On Even In 2023

Cybersecurity is evolving at a fast pace. New cybersecurity threats emerge on a weekly basis and cybersecurity professionals have to stay abreast of the latest tools and technologies in order to defend their...

7 New Year’s Resolutions CIOs Must Set and Achieve In 2023

New Year’s resolutions are a time-honored tradition, and as the New Year approaches, many people are thinking about the changes they want to make in their lives. This is especially true for Chief...

Understanding Ransomware Attacks: 5 Stages of Ransomware Attack You Should Be Aware Of

Did you know that a ransomware attack is launched every 11 seconds? According to ransomware statistics,  the average downtime a company experiences after becoming a victim of a ransomware attack is 21 days...

Ransomware As a Service: What is It and How Can You Protect Your Organization Against It?

Did you know how frequently ransomware attacks target businesses? According to cybersecurity statistics, a ransomware attack takes place every 11 seconds. The average downtime experienced by businesses that...

7 Sure Fire Ways To Protect Your E-commerce Site From Cyberattacks and Data Breaches

According to the E-commerce security statistics, Almost one-third (29%) of your E-commerce website traffic is malicious and may pose a serious threat to your operations. The E-commerce industry is most...

7 Industries That Are At A Higher Risk Of Cybersecurity Attacks

The number of cybersecurity attacks are skyrocketing, and so are the financial losses incurred along the way. Add to that the growing complexity of cybersecurity attacks and their ability to bypass...

How To Minimize The Risk of Ransomware Attack With Penetration Testing?

According to cyber security statistics, a ransomware attack targets a business every 11 seconds. The average downtime a company experiences after becoming a victim of a ransomware attack is three weeks which...

Top 10 Cybersecurity Trends You Need To Keep An Eye On In 2023

Cybersecurity is a fast evolving arena. Cyber Criminals keep coming up with new techniques and tools to infiltrate the most secure systems while cybersecurity professionals are working hard to prevent that...

Labor Day USA: How To Protect Yourself From Cyber Attacks?

According to a research conducted by Kaspersky Labs, the number of cybersecurity incidents grew by 9% during the holiday season as compared to different times of the year. Cybersecurity experts also agree to...

Black Hat 2022: 5 Latest Enterprise Security Trends You Should Keep An Eye On In 2023

Black Hat Conferences have built a reputation for gathering security professionals from around the globe. They are especially famous for presenting innovative research and investigative analysis of security...