Global data breach costs hit all-time high

July 30, 2024 0 Comments 16 tags

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Global data breach costs have hit an all-time high, according to IBM’s annual Cost of a Data Breach report. The tech giant collaborated with the Ponemon institute to

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

Deepfake misuse & deepfake detection (before it’s too late)

July 26, 2024 0 Comments 11 tags

Micki Boland is a global cyber security warrior and evangelist with Check Point’s Office of the CTO. Micki has over 20 years in ICT, cyber security, emerging technology, and innovation. Micki’s

Evolving cyber security in the financial services sector

July 25, 2024 0 Comments 6 tags

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The financial sector is a leading target for cyber criminals and cyber criminal attacks. Markedly improving the sector’s cyber security and resilience capabilities are a must. While the

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.