$75 Million Record-Breaking Ransom Paid To Cybercriminals, Say Researchers

August 1, 2024 0 Comments 0 tags

The staggering sum of US $75 million has reportedly been paid to a ransomware gang in what is believed to be the largest known ransom payment made by a cyber

#TripwireBookClub – From its Origins to its Future: How AI Works

July 31, 2024 0 Comments 0 tags

In our continuing series of book reviews, the Fortra team read How AI Works: From Sorcery to Science by Ronald T. Kneusel. The book is advertised as unraveling “the mysteries

Re-Extortion: How Ransomware Gangs Re-Victimize Victims

July 30, 2024 0 Comments 0 tags

Ransomware has evolved significantly since its inception. Initially, these attacks were relatively simple: malware would encrypt a victim’s files, and the attacker would demand a ransom for the decryption key.

Navigating PCI DSS 4.0: Your Guide to Compliance Success

July 29, 2024 0 Comments 0 tags

The transition to PCI DSS 4.0 is here. The transition period from PCI DSS 3.2 ended on March 31, 2024, so businesses in all sectors must focus on aligning their

SEXi / APT Inc Ransomware – What You Need To Know

July 25, 2024 0 Comments 0 tags

SEXi? Seriously? What are you talking about this time? Don’t worry, I’m not trying to conjure images in your mind of Rod Stewart in his iconic leopard print trousers. Instead,

The Dual Impact of AI on Power Grids: Efficiency and Vulnerability

July 24, 2024 0 Comments 0 tags

Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a promising solution to modernize power grids. The technology, alongside other upgrades like Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity, could make energy infrastructure more reliable

The Importance of Ethics in Cybersecurity

July 23, 2024 0 Comments 0 tags

Cybersecurity has become an integral part of our daily lives, impacting everyone around the world. However, the question arises: are rules and regulations alone sufficient to make cyberspace secure? Ethics,

Securing Diverse Environments: Security Configuration Management

July 23, 2024 0 Comments 0 tags

In our technologically advanced era, where cyber threats and data breaches are constantly evolving, it’s crucial for companies to focus on Security Configuration Management (SCM) to protect their resources and information.

MitM Attacks: Understanding the Risks and Prevention Strategies

July 22, 2024 0 Comments 0 tags

As our interactions with the digital world grow, connections will be established within seconds, leading to more online attacks. One type of attack we may be exposed to is known

What are the Current Trends in Cloud Technology?

July 18, 2024 0 Comments 0 tags

In recent years, cloud technology has become integral to business operations. Compared to on-premises infrastructure, it allows for improved scalability and flexibility, cost savings, collaboration, security, and data loss prevention.