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Cybersecurity Takes Center Stage: 93% of Indian Executives Anticipate Budget Hike in 2025, According to Report

Recent findings from a PwC report reveal that Indian executives regard cybersecurity as the foremost priority for risk mitigation, with 61% indicating it will take precedence over the next year. Following closely are digital and technology risks at 60%, inflation concerns at 48%, and environmental risks at 30%. This data…

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US-UK Armed Forces Dating Service Leaks Over 1 Million Records Online

Cybersecurity Breach Exposes Sensitive Information of Over 1.1 Million Users at Forces Penpals A significant cybersecurity incident has occurred, compromising sensitive data from more than 1.1 million records associated with Conduitor Limited’s Forces Penpals, a social networking and dating service designed for personnel in the U.S. and U.K. armed forces,…

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Phishing Simulation Training: Turning Strategy into Action

Human beings remain the most significant cybersecurity risk for organizations today. Research indicates that approximately two-thirds of security breaches are the result of non-malicious user actions, such as clicking on a phishing email. However, these same individuals can also represent an organization’s most valuable security resource. With the right training…

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T-Mobile Successfully Prevents Data Breach Before It Could Happen

T-Mobile recently averted a potential cybersecurity breach, a significant achievement considering the company’s history with data compromises. While hackers managed to infiltrate T-Mobile’s network, their access was limited, and no data breaches occurred as a result. The company effectively detected the intrusion swiftly, indicating an improvement in their cybersecurity protocols.…

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The Dangers of Succumbing to Hackers During Ransomware Incidents

Ransomware has crystallized as a formidable cybersecurity threat, increasingly targeting individuals and organizations across various sectors, including private enterprises and government agencies. The decision to pay a ransom poses significant ethical and practical challenges. Victims find themselves making a high-stakes choice: pay the ransom with the hope of data recovery…

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US Government Agencies Targeted in Bold DocuSign Phishing Scams

Surge in DocuSign Phishing Scams Targets U.S. Citizens and Government Agencies Recent cybersecurity reports reveal a significant uptick in phishing scams utilizing DocuSign, demonstrating a staggering 98% increase in malicious URLs between November 8 and November 14, compared to September and October combined. SlashNext, a cybersecurity threat research team, has…

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What to Anticipate from a Trump Presidency?

Fraud Management & Cybercrime, Government, Industry Specific Experts Anticipate Continued Collaboration Among International Law Enforcement Mathew J. Schwartz (euroinfosec) • November 7, 2024 Image: Shutterstock The post-election landscape raises questions about how the incoming administration under Donald Trump will address the pervasive issue of cybercrime and collaborate with international partners.…

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Cybersecurity Update: T-Mobile Confirms Data Breach, AnnieMac Exposed, NewGlove Malware Risk – CISO Series

T-Mobile Confirms Data Breach as Cybersecurity Threats Loom In a recent development that underscores ongoing vulnerabilities in the cybersecurity landscape, T-Mobile has confirmed a data breach affecting its systems. The incident highlights the increasing challenges businesses face in safeguarding sensitive information against increasingly sophisticated cybercriminal tactics. The breach reportedly involves…

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