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Hornetsecurity launches tool to streamline MSP operations
Thu, 10th Oct 2024
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cx
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martech
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apm
Hornetsecurity has launched the 365 Multi-Tenant Manager, streamlining Microsoft 365 tenant management for Managed Service Providers and boosting productivity.

UK developers favour JavaScript, eager to learn Python in 2024
Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
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software development
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developers
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java
Stack Overflow's 2024 Developer Survey reveals JavaScript as the top language among UK developers, with Python leading future aspirations.

ReliaQuest reveals sophisticated Inc Ransom tactics in attack analysis
Fri, 13th Sep 2024
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storage
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encryption
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cybersecurity
ReliaQuest’s analysis of a ransomware attack by Inc Ransom on a healthcare customer reveals sophisticated tactics using legitimate tools for data theft.

Threat actor abuses Cloudflare tunnels to deliver RATs
Wed, 14th Aug 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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law
Cybercriminals exploit Cloudflare Tunnels, delivering remote access trojans via TryCloudflare abuse, notes Proofpoint, with evolving attack methods pushing past defences.

Acronis report reveals 293% surge in email attacks H1 2024
Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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malware
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ransomware
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mfa
Acronis' H1 2024 Cyberthreats Report reveals a 293% surge in email attacks and a 32% rise in ransomware, warning SMBs and MSPs of heightened cyber risks.

Acronis reports 293% increase in email cyberattacks in H1 2024
Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
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malware
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mfa
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phishing
Cybersecurity firm Acronis has identified a staggering 293% increase in email cyberattacks during the first half of 2024 compared to 2023.

AI bolsters security response times, reveals ReliaQuest report
Fri, 29th Mar 2024
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mfa
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phishing
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email security
ReliaQuest's annual threat report reveals AI and automation technologies improve organisations' response time to security incidents by up to 99% year on year.

BianLian turns to extortion after decryptor released, reveals Avast
Wed, 13th Mar 2024
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cybersecurity
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avast
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threat intelligence
After Avast releases a BianLian decryptor, the hacking group resorts to extortion-only operations, exploiting vulnerabilities like TeamCity servers, reports GuidePoints.

Scotland's COPFS boosts IT operations with Freshworks' Freshservice
Fri, 26th Jan 2024
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uc
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data analytics
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rpa
Scotland's top prosecution service, COPFS, enhances IT support and management systems with vital aid from Freshworks Inc.'s Freshservice platform, greatly improving customer satisfaction and resolution times.

ESET uncovers malicious Python projects spreading via PyPI
Mon, 1st Jan 2024
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malware
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
ESET Research has discovered a series of malicious Python projects distributed via PyPI repository, introducing a customised backdoor into Windows, Linux systems, and stealing personal data.

Surge in deceptive simplicity exploitation by cyberattackers
Fri, 15th Dec 2023
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malware
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endpoint protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
Cyberattackers increasingly use deceptive simplicity, such as malicious HTML files and fake updates, to bypass traditional defenses.

WatchGuard reveals rise in remote access software exploits
Thu, 7th Dec 2023
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malware
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firewalls
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breach prevention
WatchGuard's new report reveals escalated cyber threats, including a surge in ransomware attacks and exploitation of remote access software.

New ransomware Epsilon Red discovered - how it works
Wed, 2nd Jun 2021
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
New ransomware Epsilon Red has been found by Sophos researchers who detail the tools, techniques, procedures, and behaviour of the attackers behind it.

COVID-19-themed attacks and PowerShell malware surged in Q2 - report
Thu, 5th Nov 2020
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malware
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casb
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cybersecurity
New malware samples increased by 11.5% in Q2 2020, with COVID-19-themed cyber-attacks surging 605%, according to McAfee.

IBM Security: Cybercriminals focusing on cryptojacking
Mon, 4th Mar 2019
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ibm security
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report
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powershell
IBM Security's 2019 report indicates a shift in cybercriminal tactics, with cryptojacking attacks doubling those of ransomware as hackers seek easier profits.

The cyber kill chain: Moving laterally in Active Directory
Mon, 4th Mar 2019
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ueba
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manageengine
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cyber attacks
Despite robust defences, companies are vulnerable to lateral moves in Active Directory by cybercriminals who exploit social engineering and malware.

Hackers using spearphishing to target banks –Bitdefender
Tue, 21st Aug 2018
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malware
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cybersecurity
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bitdefender
To limit the risk of being discovered, attackers operated outside of normal business hours and cashout operations were planned for weekends.