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Cloud storage has become an essential tool for businesses and individuals alike to store vast amounts of data, ranging from documents and media to highly sensitive corporate information. However, as businesses increasingly move critical data to the cloud, they also expose themselves to the growing risk of cyber threats, particularly ransomware attacks. According to a recent study by Palo Alto Networks‘ Unit 42 Threat Intelligence, a staggering 66% of cloud-stored data is vulnerable to these types of attacks. In a ransomware attack, hackers typically infiltrate the cloud system, steal a portion of the data, and then lock the remaining data…

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Packed with real-world case studies and practical examples, Cybersecurity Tabletop Exercises offers insights into how organizations have successfully leveraged tabletop exercises to identify security gaps and enhance their incident response strategies. The authors explore a range of realistic scenarios, including phishing campaigns, ransomware attacks, and insider threats, demonstrating how these exercises can uncover vulnerabilities before an actual crisis occurs. It also highlights key lessons learned from exercises that didn’t go as planned, providing a well-rounded perspective on common pitfalls and best practices. About the authors Authors Robert Lelewski and John Hollenberger are seasoned cybersecurity professionals with extensive experience in incident…

Amsterdam, Netherlands, March 17th, 2025, CyberNewsWire Cyver Core (Cyver BV) reports business results for cybersecurity teams leveraging automation with GenAI.  “Cyver Core delivered a Generative AI product to our users in 2024 and since then, we’ve seen significant results on time-savings, especially across enterprise teams. Reporting obligations are greatly reduced, freeing up skilled labor for value-added tasks and reducing the need for additional hires inside over-burdened teams” said Luis Abreu, CEO of Cyver Core, “Those cost savings can’t be ignored in a world where the World Economic Forum predicts we have a shortage of some 4 million cybersecurity professionals.”   Cybersecurity…

Attackers use CSS to create evasive phishing messages Pierluigi Paganini March 17, 2025 Threat actors exploit Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) to bypass spam filters and detection engines, and track users’ actions and preferences.  Cisco Talos observed threat actors abusing Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) to evade detection and track user behavior, raising security and privacy concerns, including potential fingerprinting. Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) is a stylesheet language used to control the appearance and layout of web pages. It defines styles for HTML elements, including colors, fonts, spacing, and positioning. CSS helps separate content from design, allowing developers to create visually appealing…

Authored by Aayush Tyagi and M, Mohanasundaram  *Bold = Term Defined in Appendix In this blog, we discuss how malware authors recently utilized a popular new trend to entice unsuspecting users into installing malware. This blog is meant as a reminder to stay cautious during a hype cycle. It’s a common trap and pitfall for unassuming consumers.  Background Figure 1: DeepSeek Google Search Trend from 1st January to 7th March  Malware creators frequently exploit trending search terms through hashtags and SEO manipulation to boost visibility and climb search rankings. This tactic, known as SEO poisoning, helps drive traffic to malicious…

Encrypting files keeps sensitive data like personal details, finances, and passwords safe from attackers by making them unreadable to unauthorized users. Encryption also safeguards data in case of device loss or theft, preventing malicious actors from accessing or misusing the information even if the drive is removed. Encrypting and securing sensitive files on macOS can be done using built-in tools. Using FileVault for full disk encryption on macOS FileVault is Apple’s built-in full-disk encryption (FDE) feature designed to protect your data by encrypting the entire startup disk. It encrypts the entire disk with XTS-AES-128 encryption and a 256-bit key. Enabling…

Educational institutions and businesses looking to implement technology-driven learning solutions often face a key decision: should they invest in custom-built educational software or opt for an off-the-shelf solution?   Both approaches have advantages, but the choice depends on specific needs, budget constraints, and long-term goals. Understanding the benefits of each can help decision-makers make an informed choice that aligns with their educational objectives. Learn more about custom EdTech development. Benefits of custom educational software  Custom educational software is built specifically for an institution or business, allowing for tailored functionality and a personalised user experience. This approach offers several advantages, making it a…

A VPN encrypts data in transit, including P2P traffic, shielding it from third parties, including your ISP, hackers, and snoopers. This makes some VPN users think it doesn’t matter which server location they connect to. Yet different countries have varying laws about copyright and torrenting. Furthermore, some torrenting sites are blocked in specific countries. Another consideration is that servers closer to your location often result in better speeds. In this post, we’ll explore what makes a good VPN server location for torrenting. We’ll cover the best locations available and explain the various benefits each offers, be it privacy-friendly laws or…