Author: Cybersecure California
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Email Wisely: Best Practices for Email Security
As one of the primary communication tools in both our personal and professional lives, email is also a popular vector for cyber attacks. Phishing, malware distribution, and other malicious activities often start with just one risky email. This week, let’s explore essential best practices for maintaining robust email security and safeguarding your information. Understanding the…
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Douglas County Libraries hacked by overseas criminal group – CBS News
It’s been over a week since Douglas County Libraries were the victim of an international cyber-attack and they’re still in negotiations with that criminal group.”Early Sunday morning on January the 14th, there were alarms set off on our network,” said Executive Library Director Bob Pasicznyuk.The entire system, from the online catalog to placing holds and…
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Cybersecurity incident impacting Bucks County’s emergency communication system – 6ABC
BUCKS COUNTY, Pennsylvania (WPVI) — The Bucks County Department of Emergency Communications is investigating a cybersecurity incident that’s reportedly affecting the dispatch system.However, officials stress that they are still able to receive 911 calls and dispatch first responders immediately.But right now, the county’s computer-aided dispatch system, known as CAD, is downIn a letter to police,…
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Massachusetts Hospital Faces Class Action Over Christmas Cyber Attack
Article 0 Comments A Massachusetts hospital that suffered a cyber attack in December has been hit with a class action lawsuit for its alleged failure to secure patients’ personal information. Anna Jaques Hospital in Newburyport experienced a significant shut down of its electronic medical records systems and networked computers on December 24, 2023. The attack…
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Aviation Leasing Giant AerCap Hit by Ransomware Attack – SecurityWeek
Aircraft leasing giant AerCap has confirmed falling victim to ransomware after an emerging cybercrime gang claimed responsibility for the attack. The intrusion, the company said in a Form 6-K filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission, occurred on January 17. “We have full control of all of our IT systems and to date, we…
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Public Sector Cyberattacks Rise By 40% in 2023 – IT Security Guru
Cyber attacks against government agencies and public sector services increased by 40% in the second quarter of 2023 compared to the first, a new report by KnowBe4 has highlighted. The Cybercrime in the Public Sector report examines the most popular and prolific cybercrimes of 2023, including cybercrime trends, statistics and real life examples on a…
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National Cybersecurity Alliance Announces 2024 Data Privacy Week – Dark Reading
PRESS RELEASEWASHINGTON (January 22, 2024) – Today, the National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCA), announced the program for its third annual Data Privacy Week campaign, which will take place from January 22nd to January 27th. Throughout the week, NCA will emphasize the critical significance of digital privacy for both consumers and businesses through a series of educational webinars featuring…
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Microsoft Senior Executives Emails Hacked by Russian Hackers – Cyber Security News
Hackers often target email accounts to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information. After gaining unauthorized access, they conduct illicit activities like phishing attacks and exploit personal or corporate data for financial gain. Email accounts serve as a gateway to valuable data, which makes them a prime target for threat actors seeking to compromise the security…
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BianLian Ransomware Attack Surges as 3 Companies Fall Victim – The Cyber Express
The BianLian ransomware group has claimed three new victims, adding them to their dark web portal. The targeted organizations include North Star Tax and Accounting, KC Pharmaceuticals, and Martinaire, all based in the United States. However, details regarding the extent of the BianLian ransomware attack, data compromise, and the motive behind the cyber assault remain…
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LockBit ransomware gang claims the attack on the sandwich chain Subway – Security Affairs
LockBit ransomware gang claims the attack on the sandwich chain Subway Pierluigi Paganini January 21, 2024 The LockBit ransomware gang claimed to have hacked Subway, the American multinational fast food restaurant franchise. Subway IP LLC is an American multinational fast-food restaurant franchise that specializes in submarine sandwiches (subs), wraps, salads, and drinks. The Lockbit ransomware group added…
