All Security articles – Page 21
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NewsUS government announces new measures to boost cyber security
The United States will launch a series of actions to strengthen the country’s cyber security, Department of Homeland Security (DHS) secretary Alejandro Mayorkas announced.
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NewsFour-fifths of companies polled are ‘more concerned about nation-state cyber-attacks than five years ago’
Companies are growing increasingly concerned about the threats posed by nation-state cyber-attacks, with nearly 80% more concerned about becoming a victim than they were five years ago, according to research.
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NewsFrench insurer goes offline to protect data following RansomExx ransomware attack
French health insurance company Mutuelle Nationale des Hospitaliers (MNH) has disconnected from the internet following a ransomware attack.
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NewsBig names lined up for next PrivSec Global event in March
Alistair Campbell, former New Labour government spin doctor and Anthony Scaramucci, former White House director of communications, are among the big names speaking at the PrivSec Global live stream experience next month.
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BlogBig game hunters and the ransomware jungle
Ransomware groups are increasingly using a more targeted approach against large organisations. Aleksander Jarosz explains more.
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NewsHacker leaks personal data of 110,000 Lithuanians, including government officials
A criminal investigation into the leak of 110,000 Lithuianians’ personal data is underway after a hacker posted a list obtained from an unsecured database backup in return for $1,000 in bitcoin.
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NewsSouth Korea to bolster cyber security infrastructure
The ministry of science and ICT (information and communication technology) in South Korea says it will develop infrastructure to quickly respond to an increasing number of cyber security threats the country faces.
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News‘Record year’ for UK cyber security sector as number of firms increases 21%
The number of active cyber security firms in the UK has surged 21% in a year, a government-commissioned report has found
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NewsSecond North American university hacked
Personally identifiable information of students and others connected with the Simon Fraser University (SFU) in western Canada have leaked in a cyberattack.
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AnalysisPrivSec fundraising deals in January and February 2021
A round-up of some of the latest fundraising and business deals in the cyber security , data protection and privacy sectors
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NewsSilicon Valley privacy company Titaniam launches ‘always on’ data encryption product
Titaniam has announced the release of a product which utilises “always on” data encryption.
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BlogDon’t be a passenger – why we must all look after our own security to help our organisation’s
In today’s world, there is little distinction between your real life and your cyber life. Tor-Ståle Hansen explains how attending to your personal digital ‘twin’ also helps strengthen your organisation’s privacy and security.
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NewsUS water companies given cybersecurity advice after attempt to poison city’s supply
Water companies across the US are being urged to be on heightened alert and monitor their computer systems for any unusual activity.
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BlogBridging the gap between business goals and security requirements
Involving as many people as possible in the security process strengthens practices, thereby closing the gap between business users and security teams, argues Alex Armson
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NewsMyanmar junta’s cyber security bill faces opposition
A total of 158 civil society organisations in Myanmar have spoken out against a cyber security bill issued by the military regime which overthrew Aung San Suu Kyi’s democratically elected government.
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NewsSingtel caught in Accellion software hack
Singaporean telecommunications company Singtel has launched an investigation to establish the extent of a cyberattack on the Accellion File Transfer Appliance (FTA) system it uses.
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NewsYellen warns of ‘explosion’ in fraud, cybercrime, cryptocurrency misuse and laundering
The new US Treasury Secretary has warned of the need to tackle rising financial crime, cryptocurrency misuse and cyber attacks.
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FeatureEgregor Ransomware: what is it and why is it worrying the authorities?
A new ransomware group called Egregor has caught the attention of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, prompting it to issue a warning last month. GRC World Forums explains more about what it is and how it is being used in “double-extortion” attempts.
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NewsHacker’s attempt to poison US city’s water supply thwarted
The US secret service and other law enforcement agencies are investigating after a hacker reportedly tried to add a dangerous amount of a toxic chemical to Oldsmar water system in Florida.
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NewsUK government unveils new professional body to boost cyber security skills and standards
A new professional body will be established next month to set professional standards and boost career opportunities in cyber security, the government has announced.
