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GUEST ESSAY: Preparing for the dire cybersecurity consequences of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

The Last Watchdog

Cyberattacks preceded Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and these attacks continue today as the war unfolds. As the United States and other nations condemn Russia’s actions, the odds of Russian cyber actors targeting the U.S., Related: Cyber espionage is in a Golden Age. Cyber attack targets. businesses called #ShieldsUp.

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Cyber recovery vs. disaster recovery: What’s the difference? 

IBM Big Data Hub

Whether preparing to face a complex cyberattack or natural disaster, taking a proactive approach and selecting the right business continuity disaster recovery (BCDR) solution is critical to increasing adaptability and resilience. DR itself typically targets a wider range of threats than just those that are cyber in nature.

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GUEST ESSAY: A roadmap for wisely tightening cybersecurity in the modern workplace

The Last Watchdog

First and foremost, cyberattacks can lead to data breaches in which sensitive information is stolen. If a cyber-criminal uses you as a way to get at your customers, suppliers, or employees, these vital business relationships can turn sour. Cyberattacks can also lead to a loss of productivity.

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GUEST ESSAY: Sure steps to achieve a robust employee cybersecurity awareness training regimen

The Last Watchdog

Employees are the first line of defense against cybercrime and should understand how to recognize phishing emails and what to do if they suspect them. Without it, a business is vulnerable to a variety of risks, including financial loss, damage to intellectual property, and brand reputation.

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Anti-Ransomware Company Exagrid Pays $2.6 Million Ransom

Adam Levin

You would think that ExaGrid, a backup appliance and anti-ransomware service might know how to avoid ransomware, but it was hit. . Takeaways: While security products are an essential tool for protecting against cyberattacks, nothing is 100% foolproof. We are in the midst of an ongoing ransomware epidemic.

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Cyber Insurers Pull Back Amid Increase in Cyber Attacks, Costs

eSecurity Planet

The explosion of ransomware and similar cyber incidents along with rising associated costs is convincing a growing number of insurance companies to raise the premiums on their cyber insurance policies or reduce coverage, moves that could further squeeze organizations under siege from hackers. Insurers Assessing Risks.

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What is a Cyberattack? Types and Defenses

eSecurity Planet

A cyberattack is any action taken by a cyber criminal in an attempt to illegally gain control of a computer, device, network, or system with malicious intent. Cyber criminals may damage, destroy, steal, encrypt, expose, or leak data as well as cause harm to a system. Cyberattack Statistics. Types of Cyberattacks.