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Iranian Cyber Espionage Group Aims at Financial and Government Sectors Across the Middle East

A sophisticated cyber espionage operation attributed to a threat actor connected with Iran’s Ministry of Intelligence and Security (MOIS) has been identified, focusing its efforts on critical sectors in the Middle East, including financial institutions, government entities, military operations, and telecommunications. According to findings from Israeli cybersecurity firm Check Point,…

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Facebook Notifies Users of Active Malvertising Campaign

Emerging Cyber Threats Target Facebook Users Amid Fraudulent Campaigns Recent reports indicate a concerning rise in cyber threats targeting Facebook, with a particularly aggressive malvertising campaign distributing SYS01Stealer malware. This campaign underscores the vulnerabilities that exist on social media platforms, where lapses in basic cybersecurity hygiene can expose users to…

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Filigran Boosts AI-Powered Threat Intelligence with $35M Series B Funding

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Next-Generation Technologies & Secure Development, Threat Intelligence Insight Partners-Led Round Drives US Expansion and Enhances Threat Intelligence Capabilities for Filigran Michael Novinson (MichaelNovinson) • October 30, 2024 Samuel Hassine, Co-founder and CEO, Filigran (Image: Filigran) A Paris-based cyber threat management firm, led by a former…

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2024 Permiso State of Identity Security: Major Changes on the Horizon

Identity security has emerged as a pressing concern following a series of significant breaches, with numerous high-profile organizations such as Microsoft, Okta, Cloudflare, and Snowflake experiencing security incidents. This situation has prompted stakeholders to reassess their approaches to identity security from both strategic and technological perspectives. Traditionally, identity security has…

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Enhancing Brand IP Security: The Role of Data Leak Detection Websites

Trend Analysis: Rise of Data Leak Detection Tools In an increasingly digital world, brands are responding to the ever-looming threat of data breaches by developing advanced data leak detection tools. These systems are designed to continuously monitor the internet for potential leaks of intellectual property belonging to companies and individuals.…

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Okta’s Latest Customer Support Data Breach Affected 134 Clients

Identity and authentication management provider Okta has reported a security breach affecting 134 of its 18,400 customers, following a compromise of its support case management system. The breach occurred between September 28 and October 17, 2023. During this period, an unauthorized actor accessed sensitive HAR files that contained session tokens,…

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Fraudulent Meta Ads Targeting Facebook Accounts to Distribute SYS01 Infostealer

A new malvertising campaign has emerged, leveraging Meta’s advertising platform to distribute the SYS01 infostealer, a malware threat that specifically targets Facebook users. This campaign is known for its ability to steal personal information and has been primarily focused on men aged 45 and older, disguising itself as advertisements for…

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Cybersecurity Expert Advises SMB Leaders to Prioritize Patching as a Key Defense Against Attacks

In recent years, an alarming surge in ransomware attacks has left small to mid-sized businesses (SMBs) facing unprecedented security threats. These escalating cyber incidents have not only jeopardized sensitive data but have also led to significant operational downtime and financial strain. Continuous assaults on SMBs often translate into millions lost…

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