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The Lunar New Year brings joy and celebration across Asia-Pacific (APAC) and increases cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Experts warn that cybercriminals target festive seasons, exploiting reduced staff presence, delayed responses, and distractions. Studies reveal that 86% of ransomware attacks in the US, UK, France, and Germany occurred during holidays or weekends, and APAC is no exception. According … Read more
A new study by DeNexus has revealed that a startling 92% of industrial sites worldwide are at risk from unsecured remote access systems, exposing them to potential losses as high as $1.5 million per location. The research into Industrial cybersecurity risks looked at 254 industrial facilities. Covering North America, Europe, and Australia, underscoring the vulnerability … Read more
We’ve written about the good and bad of AI cybersecurity tools recently. On the heel of that Bitsight has introduced “Instant Insights,” an AI-based feature that automates the analysis of security documents such as SOC 2 reports. Part of the Bitsight IQ suite, this AI cybersecurity tool aims to simplify and speed up vendor risk … Read more
Alarming Statistics: The Call is Coming from Inside the House SecurityScorecard’s latest report reveals a staggering 58% of cyber breaches impacting top U.S. federal contractors originate from third-party vulnerabilities. This rate of federal contractor cyber breaches is double the global average and reflects serious weaknesses in managing external risks. The issue evokes the classic horror … Read more
The growing sophistication and frequency of cyberattacks should push organizations to rethink their cybersecurity strategies. According to a new KnowBe4 report, “Cyber Insurance and Security: Meeting the Rising Threat,” the intersection of cybersecurity and insurance is becoming a critical focus for businesses. The report highlights the rising costs of cyber incidents, the evolving threat landscape, … Read more