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Watch out, ransomware attack risk increases on holidays and weekends, FBI and CISA

Security Affairs

The government agencies have observed an increase in ransomware attacks occurring on holidays and weekends, the choice of these period is motivated by the lower level of defense due to the reduced presence of the personnel. The FBI and CISA warn organizations to keep high their defenses against ransomware attacks during weekends or holidays.

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Elearning Staff Awareness Course Overview: Ransomware

IT Governance

With ransomware presenting such a significant threat to organisations, we at IT Governance feel it’s important to raise staff awareness of the threat of ransomware and how to defend against it. The course also features numerous examples and case studies. What are the key topics covered in this staff awareness course?

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Yearly Intel Trend Review: The 2023 RedSense report

Security Affairs

These observations were made by analyzing numerous 2023 threat findings and discoveries, and include references to case studies that were reported on by RedSense throughout the year. These groups, while maintaining anonymity, offer capabilities like negotiation support, phishing campaigns, and initial access brokerage.

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Types of Malware & Best Malware Protection Practices

eSecurity Planet

A backdoor is a trojan that offers an attacker remote access into the victim’s device. If needed, company personnel or law enforcement can use the backdoor to access the system when needed. Attackers often use botnets to send out spam or phishing campaigns to carry out distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks.

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What Is a SaaS Security Checklist? Tips & Free Template

eSecurity Planet

This step reduces the risks of illegal access, data loss, and regulatory noncompliance, as well as protects the integrity and security of sensitive information within SaaS applications. Are access controls and least privilege principles successfully implemented? Is user access to data routinely checked and assessed for compliance?

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Security Affairs newsletter Round 461 by Pierluigi Paganini – INTERNATIONAL EDITION

Security Affairs

Private Plane Owners’ Data Linked to LA Intl. Private Plane Owners’ Data Linked to LA Intl.

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What did you do for European Cyber Security Month?

IT Governance

Review where you store personal data and who has access to it. IT Governance also did its part to spread awareness of cyber security and the steps people can take to protect themselves. IT Governance regularly publishes webinars and green papers , providing free advice delivered by experts. Security Summit North.