Data exfiltration stories

Why email security needs automated incident response
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As email threats evolve, firms must adopt automated incident response to swiftly mitigate risks and protect sensitive data from malicious attacks.

BlackFog launches first anti-data exfiltration for macOS
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BlackFog has launched its groundbreaking anti-data exfiltration solution for macOS, aiming to protect against the rising tides of ransomware and AI-driven cyber threats.

Beyond ransomware payments: A proactive approach to cybersecurity
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The UK government's proposal to ban ransomware payments for public sector bodies raises concerns, as experts stress the need for a proactive, data-centric approach to cybersecurity.

Microsoft 365 users face rising threat from Axios attacks
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A new study by Proofpoint reveals that 78% of Microsoft 365 users faced account takeover attempts, driven by a surge in sophisticated brute force tactics.

Cyber threats to Microsoft 365 via HTTP client tools surge
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A recent report by Proofpoint reveals that 78% of Microsoft 365 users faced account takeovers, with attackers adeptly using HTTP client tools like Axios.

Obsidian report reveals 300% surge in SaaS breaches
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Obsidian Security's 2025 SaaS Security Threat Report reveals a staggering 300% rise in SaaS breaches last year, impacting major firms like Microsoft and AT&T.

Cyber threats surging for finance & insurance sectors
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ReliaQuest's latest report reveals a staggering 32% rise in ransomware cases targeting finance and insurance firms, with attackers moving significantly faster in 2024.

Browser syncjacking exposes risks in Chrome extensions
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SquareX has unveiled a concerning new attack method called browser syncjacking, which leverages malicious extensions to gain complete control over users' devices.

Malware targets newcomers with Trojan disguised as tool
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CloudSEK has revealed a cyber threat impacting over 18,000 devices worldwide, targeting novice cybersecurity users with a malicious XWorm Remote Access Trojan builder.

Google report reveals rising cloud data security threats
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Google Cloud Security's latest Threat Horizons Report reveals a rise in sophisticated threats targeting cloud environments, highlighting new evasion tactics and data exfiltration risks.

Ransomware attacks hit record high in December 2024
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NCC Group's December 2024 threat report reveals a record 574 ransomware incidents, driven by new players like Funksec, signalling a turbulent cybersecurity landscape.

BlackFog & Carahsoft partner for AI ransomware defence
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
BlackFog and Carahsoft have teamed up to deliver AI-driven ransomware protection to government agencies, enhancing cybersecurity for the public sector.

Check Point report reveals 44% rise in cyber-attacks
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Check Point Software Technologies' latest report reveals a staggering 44% rise in global cyber-attacks, highlighting a dangerous evolution of ransomware and AI-driven threats.

CloudSEK report reveals surge in complex cyber threats
Wed, 1st Jan 2025
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CloudSEK's 2024 Threat Landscape Report reveals a staggering 994TB of data exfiltrated, with ransomware demands averaging over USD $2 million.

SquareX reveals critical breach of Cyberhaven extension
Tue, 31st Dec 2024
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email security
SquareX has uncovered a serious security breach affecting Chrome Extension developers, compromising over 400,000 users of Cyberhaven's extension.

Experts predict rise in AI compute threats by 2025
Fri, 27th Dec 2024
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In 2025, attacks on cloud workloads will evolve, with a rise in lateral movement, data exfiltration, and targeted threats against AI compute resources, warns Andrew Krug.

Open source malware up 156%, Sonatype research shows
Fri, 13th Dec 2024
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application security
Sonatype's latest research reveals a shocking rise in open source malware, with over 778,500 malicious packages detected in 2024, primarily affecting government organisations.

Cybersecurity risks rise during mergers & acquisitions
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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data protection
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cloud security
A new analysis reveals that 50% of cybersecurity incidents during M&A processes in 2024 were non-malicious, highlighting significant security challenges.

Cybercriminals exploit encrypted channels for malware
Fri, 6th Dec 2024
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cloud security
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phishing
A recent Zscaler report reveals a 10% increase in cyberthreats via encrypted channels, now 87% of all attacks, with manufacturing most targeted.

Tenable discovers vulnerabilities in IaC & PaC platforms
Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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malware
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endpoint protection
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cloud security
Tenable's Cloud Security Research team has uncovered critical vulnerabilities in policy-as-code frameworks, escalating risks of data breaches and leaks.