Personal data stories - Page 7
Surge in cyberattacks on public sector spotlighted by KnowBe4 report
Wed, 24th Jan 2024
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
Cyberattacks on the public sector surge in 2023, says KnowBe4 report, revealing a noteworthy 31% increase in APAC region and a global rising trend in ransomware incidents.
ESET uncovers malicious Python projects spreading via PyPI
Mon, 1st Jan 2024
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malware
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crypto
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blockchain
ESET Research has discovered a series of malicious Python projects distributed via PyPI repository, introducing a customised backdoor into Windows, Linux systems, and stealing personal data.
Malicious Python projects targeting Linux, Windows systems
Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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malware
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crypto
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blockchain
ESET uncovers harmful Python projects on official repository, PyPI; malware delivers cyberespionage backdoor and data theft.
Top tips for staying safe online this festive season
Thu, 21st Dec 2023
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mfa
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data privacy
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passwordless
Protect your Christmas tech presents: Keeper Security advises on safe gift operation to ward off cybercriminals.
Salesforce enhances AI features & launches Trailblazer Career Marketplace
Mon, 18th Dec 2023
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crm
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data analytics
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martech
Salesforce bolsters AI capabilities in Data Cloud and Einstein 1 Platform, and launches Trailblazer Career Marketplace.
IronVest CMO predicts rise in CNP fraud & masking tech use in 2024
Fri, 8th Dec 2023
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edutech
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cmo
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online shopping
IronVest CMO, Guy Bauman, forecasts an increase in card-not-present fraud and usage of 'masking' technologies in 2024.
Bazaarvoice acquires Granify to enhance eCommerce with personalised shopping experiences
Thu, 7th Dec 2023
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e-commerce
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transparency
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content creation
Bazaarvoice set to revolutionise eCommerce by acquiring Granify, aiming to offer personalised online shopping experiences.
Consumers adapt spending & embrace technological shopping trends
Tue, 28th Nov 2023
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ar, vr & metaverse
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transparency
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inflation
Consumers lead change in global spending habits amid economic crisis, attracting to cost-effective offers and novel tech trends.
Festive season online shopping spurs rise in luxury brand phishing scams
Tue, 21st Nov 2023
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advanced persistent threat protection
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hackers
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passwords
Cyber threats are on the rise this holiday season, warns Check Point Research, with a 13% increase in malicious files related to online orders and deliveries.
Innotec Security on avoiding social network job scams
Mon, 13th Nov 2023
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malware
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cybersecurity
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accenture
Innotec Security offers invaluable advice on thwarting job scams on social networks amid rising fraudulent ventures.
Kaspersky uncovers malicious WhatsApp mod spreading via Telegram
Thu, 9th Nov 2023
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malware
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supply chain
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cybersecurity
Kaspersky reveals a dangerous WhatsApp mod, dispersed via Telegram, that secretly installs malware impacting over 340,000 users.
EU aims to standardise digital IDs with personal data control by 2026
Fri, 3rd Nov 2023
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encryption
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
EU aims to standardise digital IDs with personal data control by 2026, moving away from cloud-based providers.
Gen Z & millennials: the most vulnerable to cybercrimes
Mon, 16th Oct 2023
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malware
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phishing
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physical security
Gen Z and millennials, the digital era's major users, are most at risk of falling prey to cybercrimes, a study suggests.
GAIN LINE's suggestions for robust data security post Lyca Mobile attack
Sat, 14th Oct 2023
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storage
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firewalls
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digital transformation
Leading business consultancy, GAIN LINE, calls for stronger data security measures following recent cyber-attack on Lyca Mobile.
Innovative UK cyber firm coc00n joins NCSC initiative to tackle national cyber threats
Fri, 13th Oct 2023
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risk & compliance
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
British cyber security tech firm, coc00n, has joined a programme by the National Cyber Security Centre to bolster the UK's cyber resilience.
Private Internet Access expands global server network to 91 countries
Fri, 13th Oct 2023
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vpns
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surveillance
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data privacy
Private Internet Access (PIA) has expanded its global server network to 91 countries, strengthening its position in the cybersecurity sector.
Magecart web skimming threat targets food and retail
Wed, 11th Oct 2023
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cybersecurity
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online security
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akamai
New Magecart web skimming campaign targets food and retail websites, using advanced concealment techniques to hide malicious code.
Yoti & Lloyds bank launch digital ID app amid rising identity fraud threat
Thu, 5th Oct 2023
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lloyd's of london
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personal data
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banking
UK's Yoti and Lloyds Bank introduce a digital ID app, the Lloyds Bank Smart-ID, to combat increasing ID fraud.
Gartner: Security spending to reach $215 billion by 2024, bolstered by Cloud & AI
Fri, 29th Sep 2023
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edutech
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cloud security
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advanced persistent threat protection
Cloud tech, AI, hybrid workforce, and evolving regulations will drive global security spending to $215 billion by 2024.
Verizon executive joins Quantum-Secure encryption company
Thu, 24th Aug 2023
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uc
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data protection
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physical security
Ken Dixon, CEO of Tillman FiberCo LLC, joins Qrypt as an advisor. Qrypt offers quantum-secure encryption solutions for telecommunications.