Google at loggerheads over support for journalism
Google and the state of California have come to loggerheads over legislation designed to require Google to provide financial support for local journalism. Naturally, Google is fighting this with a PR and lobbying blitz. They and their allies may be missing the point. Whatever the outcome, it could have a profound impact on the democratic process. The legislation, The California Journalism Preservation Act (CJPA) has been wending its way through…
From Coders to Protectors: Women’s Influence in Cybersecurity
The need for knowledgeable people to safeguard our online environment has increased. In this context, women have become significant influences in cybersecurity.
Ransomware: How to Prevent and Recover From an Attack
Ransomware attacks have cost victims millions upon millions of dollars, and these attacks are increasing at an alarming rate. This article will explore effective strategies to prevent and recover from these ambushes.
R.I.P. Kevin Mitnick
One of the most famous – or infamous – hackers of all time, Kevin Mitnick, passed on July 16th.
While early in his career he was definitely leaning towards the dark side, he later did more for raising awareness to cybersecurity threats than most people.
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Murky third-party agreements weaken healthcare privacy controls
The healthcare industry is a vulnerable target of cybercriminals, but not for the reasons most business sectors are. Between 80 and 90 percent of all cybercrime results from people not following basic cyber hygiene practices, but in healthcare criminals gain access to information through infrastructure weaknesses and the murky third-party agreements.
Why is data protection training crucial for organisations?
To comply with data protection regulations, organisations must demonstrate the technical and organisational measures they have in place. This includes training employees on data protection, policies and procedures.
Cybersecurity Challenges Facing Critical Infrastructure
Companies that work in critical infrastructure (CI) sectors particularly have a lot to lose when it comes to cybersecurity attacks. Here are some cyber security challenges that face CI.
Healthcare OT Facilities Remain Exposed as Industry Experiences Ransomware Attacks
Last year saw an alarming rise in cyber attacks against healthcare facilities. Experts fear that patients will be unable to receive critical care at a targeted facility without a holistic whole-facility cybersecurity approach.
The future of ransomware
How will ransomware evolve further and what can organizations do to prevent or at the very least mitigate ransomware attacks? An event where Cyber Protection Magazine participated had some suggestions.
Insurance industry using weak reasons to not pay
Payouts for ransomware are growing faster than the insurance industry can capitalize them. Premiums are rising and as a result coverage limits are dropping. Moreover, Insurance companies are using weak reasons to not pay claims. Here is what you can do.
Top Skills for Cybersecurity Professionals to Prepare for the Future of Work
The demand for cybersecurity experts is higher than ever before. That’s why it is so important to keep your resume up-to-date with relevant skills
Password, qwerty, 123456: Leaving bad habits behind on World Password Day
It’s World Password Day. If you’re still using weak passwords or one password for all your online services – read this article to hear what some experts say and what you need to change now.
Scam Bucket: Bogus Emergency Data Requests
Hackers have a new way of stealing data: impersonating members of law enforcement agencies and making emergency data requests (EDR) for information.
Trending Topics: Phishing, Social Media and Malicious Email Attacks on the Rise
Newly published research gives new insights into the key cybersecurity challenges including the prevalence of social media attacks, phishing and malicious email attacks. It reveals how threat actors are shifting strategies as they look for ever more effective ways to mount attacks emphasising that organisations must remain vigilant.
IoT Security is Bad, but there is hope
We caught up with founder and CEO of Cyberus Labs, Jack Wolosewicz on his view on the future of security in IoT and 5G technology.
Mitigate Cyber Risks During the Ukraine War
Many experts believe cyberattacks against countries imposing sanctions against Russia are imminent. Organizations should be on high alert for the cyberattacks recently used in this conflict.
