Network Firewalls, Network Access Control, Security Operations Increase in Attack Attempts Observed Following Palo Alto Networks’ Disclosure and Patching of Vulnerability Mathew J. Schwartz (euroinfosec) • February 17, 2025 Image: Shutterstock Cybercriminals have ramped up their attempts to exploit a critical vulnerability affecting Palo Alto Networks firewall appliances, which may…
S&P 500 Companies Vulnerable to Cybersecurity Breaches: A Wake-Up Call Recent findings from the Cybernews Business Digital Index reveal a staggering 96% of analyzed S&P 500 companies have experienced data breaches. This alarming statistic underscores the pervasive vulnerability that exists across industries, particularly within Real Estate and Development, Finance and…
Title: The Rise of DeepSeek Challenges Major AI Chipmakers Amid Strategic Shifts DeepSeek, a recent player in the artificial intelligence landscape, has sparked notable disruption within the semiconductor industry, particularly affecting established giants like Nvidia, AMD, and Intel. Following the launch of its AI model, there has been an immediate…
In the wake of a significant data breach at Valio, approximately 33,500 new voluntary credit bans have been registered through the Positive Credit Register’s e-service. This spike in credit bans follows a similar increase that occurred after a data breach involving the City of Helsinki last spring. The rise in…
Simulated Phishing Attacks: Enhancing Cybersecurity Awareness in Organizations As phishing attacks continue to proliferate in the digital landscape, becoming one of the most pressing threats to organizations, the need for comprehensive employee training has never been more critical. Cybercriminals are continuously refining their methods to trick employees into divulging sensitive…
Title: Cybersecurity Frameworks: Enhancing Decision-Making and Response in Crisis Situations In the continually evolving landscape of cybersecurity, professionals are frequently confronted with urgent challenges that demand swift and informed decision-making. Recent discussions have spotlighted the importance of implementing proven methodologies to effectively assess, prioritize, and act during times of crisis.…
In a significant cybersecurity incident, the Green Valley Pecan Company has confirmed a data breach that exposed sensitive personal information of its employees and customers. The breach was identified following a cyberattack that occurred in May 2022, where malicious actors were able to obtain data including names, addresses, Social Security…
Cybersecurity awareness training has emerged as a cornerstone of modern defense strategies, particularly in an age where cyber threats are increasingly sophisticated, driven by advances in artificial intelligence. As attackers leverage AI to craft highly convincing phishing emails and other tactics, a term has surfaced in the cybersecurity lexicon: “death…
Major Cybersecurity Breach Exposes Records of Over 569,000 Americans In a significant cybersecurity incident, the Office of the Maine Attorney General has confirmed that the personal, medical, and financial information of over 569,000 individuals has been compromised. This major breach has implications for those affected and raises concerns about the…
