Initial Access Brokers (IABs) are threat actors who infiltrate networks, systems, or organizations and sell this unauthorized access to other malicious actors. Instead of executing the entire cyberattack, IABs focus on the initial breach and monetize it by selling access to compromised systems. They assist ransomware operations, particularly RaaS schemes, by streamlining attacks and reducing workload at the start.

You may be receiving an increase in spam calls if your phone number is on the dark web or people search sites, if you’ve answered spam calls in the past or if your phone number was leaked in a data breach. Spam calls are unwanted calls that could be from telemarketers, robocallers or scammers. Although some spam calls are simply unsolicited, scam calls fall under the category of spam calls but are different due to their malicious nature.

In a recent cybersecurity development, eight vulnerabilities have been identified in Microsoft applications for macOS. These flaws could potentially allow attackers to gain elevated privileges or access sensitive data by bypassing the operating system’s permissions-based security model. This blog delves into the nature of these vulnerabilities, their potential impact, and the steps that can be taken to mitigate the risks.

A leading voice in cybersecurity, Gina Yacone is a trusted advisor to senior security leaders, guiding them through emerging trends and recommending strategies to strengthen defenses. She was also recently named Cybersecurity Woman Volunteer of the Year 2024. As regional and advisory CISO at the elite technology consultancy Trace3, she also participates in the Trace3 AI Center of Excellence (CoE) Champion Program, keeping her at the forefront of AI and security innovation.

In today's digital age, web applications are the backbone of many businesses, supporting and managing a vast array of sensitive information, from personal details and financial records to critical business data. When we think about any company that we want to know more about, the most common question is: “what is their website”? But web applications are not just about traditional websites, they encompass far more than just the pages you go to when browsing the Internet.

Most modern organizations run on SaaS applications, and many use them to store sensitive data. The global SaaS market reached a total value of $206 billion in 2023, and is expected to climb to $247 billion by the end of 2024. Organizations must employ a complex system of practices to keep their SaaS apps secure and their data safe. Because SaaS apps are delivered through the cloud, they must be managed and secured differently than other types of software.

Think about how many employees work at your organization. Now think about how many sensitive files each one can access. A single compromised user account could lead to an extortion scam, a ransomware attack, or even a data breach. If you haven’t reviewed your account takeover protection protocols in a while, now is the time. Account takeover (ATO) protection is not a single countermeasure, but rather a whole set of cybersecurity measures.

In a significant development in the cybersecurity domain, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has proposed a $2.95 million penalty against security camera vendor Verkada. The penalty stems from multiple security failures that allowed hackers to access live video feeds from 150,000 internet-connected cameras. These breaches exposed sensitive environments, including women's health clinics, psychiatric hospitals, prisons, and schools, highlighting the severe implications of inadequate security measures.

Whether it's clicking on a malicious link or being duped by social engineering tactics, people can unintentionally open the door to significant security breaches for organizations of all sizes. These mistakes aren’t inevitable or limited to any one role—they can happen to anyone, from top executives to customer service reps—but they are preventable with the right knowledge and constant vigilance in place.

Backups and snapshots are two popular technologies that enterprises use to mitigate data loss and minimize disruptions. In fact, backups and DR remain a top priority for organizations in 2023 to protect their data and mitigate the consequences of cyber threats and other incidents. Snapshots and backups may seem to serve the same purpose at first glance since they both allow you to recover data. However, snapshots are not a replacement for backups.