cybersecurity

Malware metamorphosis: 2024 reflections and 2025 predictions.

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Malware metamorphosis: 2024 reflections and 2025 predictions.

Welcome in! You’ve entered, Only Malware in the Building. Join us each month to sip tea and solve mysteries about today’s most interesting threats. Your host is Selena Larson, Proofpoint intelligence analyst and host of their podcast DISCARDED. Inspired by the residents of a building in New York’s exclusive upper west side, Selena is joined by N2K Networks Dave Bittner and Rick Howard to uncover the stories behind notable cyberattacks.  Being a security researcher is…

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What Boards Need To Know On Digital And Cybersecurity Governance In 2025

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What Boards Need To Know On Digital And Cybersecurity Governance In 2025

Will digital governance move backwards in 2025? Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images. Getty Images The year 2024 was a relatively big year in digital, cybersecurity and systemic risk governance, if you knew where to look. While the growing pains of implementing new SEC cybersecurity disclosure rules and U.S. Senator Ron Wyden calling out the UnitedHealth Group (NYSE:UNH) CEO and board for their colossal cybersecurity failure made headlines, there was not a singular event that can…

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China-Linked Cyber Threat Group Hacks US Treasury Department

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China-Linked Cyber Threat Group Hacks US Treasury Department

A Chinese-state-sponsored cyberattack compromised the U.S. Treasury, gaining access to classified documents through a vulnerability through third-party cybersecurity provider BeyondTrust. The breach, revealed on Dec. 31, underscores the growing sophistication of state-backed cyber espionage efforts. “Treasury takes very seriously all threats against our systems, and the data it holds,” a department spokesperson said in a statement. “Over the last four years, Treasury has significantly bolstered its cyber defense, and we will continue to work with…

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What Is Patch Tuesday? Microsoft's Monthly Update Explained

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What Is Patch Tuesday? Microsoft's Monthly Update Explained

On the second Tuesday of each month, Microsoft and other tech companies release patches for consumer and enterprise users. These updates, including bug fixes and security enhancements from the previous month, are known as “Patch Tuesday.” The monthly update is an important opportunity to ensure that security features and applications are up to date. Microsoft details the official Patch Tuesday release in their Security Update Guide. Below, TechRepublic explores its purpose, how it works, and…

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Windows 11 Media Update Bug Stops Security Updates

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Windows 11 Media Update Bug Stops Security Updates

Admins, take caution if you use physical media to install Windows security updates, Microsoft warned on Dec. 24. Installing the October or November 2024 updates for Windows 11, version 24H2 using a CD or a USB flash drive could prevent the operating system from accepting future security updates. How to prevent Windows 11 version 24H2 from locking up security updates The problem with the October or November 2024 update for Windows 11, version 24H2 only…

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Protect 3 Devices With This Maximum Security Software

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Protect 3 Devices With This Maximum Security Software

TL;DR: Protect your privacy on three devices with a 1-year subscription to Trend Micro Maximum Security for $19.99 (reg. $49.99). Cyber threats have become more sophisticated, and even cautious users can find themselves vulnerable to ransomware attacks, phishing schemes, and identity theft. A single click on the wrong link or a cleverly disguised email can lead to encrypted files, stolen credentials, or compromised accounts. Tech-savvy users know how to spot the signs of a scam…

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Navigating the Cyber Threat Landscape: Lessons Learned & What’s Ahead

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Navigating the Cyber Threat Landscape: Lessons Learned & What’s Ahead

The cybersecurity landscape in 2024 was marked by unprecedented challenges, significant breaches, and evolving regulatory requirements that fundamentally reshaped how organizations approach data protection. From record-breaking incidents to stringent new legislation, the year provided crucial insights into cybersecurity. It highlighted critical priorities for strengthening organizational defenses in an increasingly complex digital ecosystem. The escalating sophistication of cyber threats and the expanding attack surface created by digital transformation initiatives posed unprecedented challenges for organizations across all…

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6 Security Vendors Named ‘Leaders’ In Gartner’s Inaugural Email Security Magic Quadrant

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6 Security Vendors Named ‘Leaders’ In Gartner’s Inaugural Email Security Magic Quadrant

The first-ever Gartner ranking for Email Security Platforms included 14 companies in total. Six cybersecurity vendors were chosen to appear in the “leaders” category for Gartner’s first-ever Magic Quadrant for Email Security Platforms, according to the report published this week. The research firm ranked Proofpoint, Abnormal Security, Trend Micro, Mimecast, KnowBe4 (via its Egress acquisition) and Check Point in the sought-after “leaders” quadrant. [Related: The 10 Hottest Cybersecurity Tools And Products Of 2024] Notably, Microsoft…

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CrowdStrike Survey Highlights Security Challenges in AI Adoption

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CrowdStrike Survey Highlights Security Challenges in AI Adoption

Do the security benefits of generative AI outweigh the harms? Just 39% of security professionals say the rewards outweigh the risks, according to a new report by CrowdStrike. In 2024, CrowdStrike surveyed 1,022 security researchers and practitioners from the U.S., APAC, EMEA, and other regions. The findings revealed that cyber professionals are deeply concerned by the challenges associated with AI. While 64% of respondents have either purchased generative AI tools for work or are researching…

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