Rapid Growth of Password Reset Attacks Boosts Fraud and Account Takeovers
Published on November 14, 2024
via InfoSecurity Magazine As many as one in four password reset attempts from desktop browsers are fraud, according to security researchers. The fraud attempts are part of a rapid growth in password reset attacks, according to the annual LexisNexis Risk Solutions Cybercrime Report. (LexisNexis Risk Solutions…
Cybercriminals are leveraging big retail names in attacks this holiday season
Published on November 4, 2024
via Tech Radar Cyberattacks are on the rise all year round, but retailers face heightened risk in their busiest periods around the winter break, experts have warned. In its 2024 Retail Risk Report, Trustwave has revealed more on what to be on the lookout for this…
The Latest Scams You Need to Be Aware of in 2024
Published on June 26, 2024
via Experian As in previous years, many of the latest scams in 2024 will likely involve twists on time-tested scams. Scammers and fraudsters are expected to exploit new technology and emotions around major events yet to come to trick and scare people. But scammers will…
12 Types of Data Breaches to Look Out For in 2024
Published on June 24, 2024
via Teramind Already in 2024, nearly 10,000 publicly disclosed global data breaches affected hundreds of millions of user records. Apple, Meta, and Twitter all succumbed to data breaches in 2024 (and numerous times in the past), providing the public and its shareholders with a stark…
15 Encryption Statistics in 2024
Published on June 21, 2024
via Comparitech What is Encryption? Okay, the basics. Encryption involves sending information converted into secret code, known as cryptography. When information is encrypted in computing, the true meaning of the data is hidden until it reaches the recipient, with encrypted text known as ciphertext. Once it reaches the intended…
70% of CISOs Expect Cyber-Attacks in Next Year, Report Finds
Published on June 6, 2024
via Infosecurity Magazine Seventy percent of chief information security officers (CISOs) have said their businesses are at risk of a cyber-attack in the next year. According to Proofpoint’s annual Voice of the CISO report, CISOs have faced a growing array of cyber-threats and challenges over…
Tips for Securing Business Data
Published on June 5, 2024
via NewsWatch When you’re running a business, security should be at the top of the list of concerns. You already know that security of the physical structure of your building is a must if you run a brick-and-mortar store. However, it also has to do…
Cyber Survival Guide: Prepare for the Most Disruptive Threats of 2024
Published on May 31, 2024
via Gallagher UK lawmakers have called on the government to take effective action to tackle cyber-attacks, which have not only become a threat to organizations worldwide, but also to national security. Cybercrime is now part of everyday life and with attacks also becoming more widespread…
America’s Password Habits: 46% Report Having their Password Stolen Over the Last Year
Published on May 22, 2024
via Forbes In a study commissioned by Forbes Advisor, an alarming 46% of Americans admit to having their password stolen in the past year. This survey, conducted by OnePoll, reflects the urgent need for improved password practices among U.S. users, such as using a password manager.…
Digital safety is at a crossroads – here’s how we navigate online threats globally
Published on May 17, 2024
via World Economic Forum A recent survey conducted by Microsoft has brought to light a disturbing revelation: a staggering 69% of the 16,000 respondents across 16 countries encountered online risks within the past year. This alarming statistic underscores the pervasive nature of digital threats, including misinformation, disinformation,…