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A recent government-commissioned survey reveals significant public concerns about UK cybercrime and fraud (England, Scotland, and Wales). Conducted by Ipsos UK for the Home Office, the research offers insights into public perceptions, victimization experiences, and cyber security behaviors. It found that over half of participants perceive moderate personal risks, with 42% feeling vulnerable to retail … Read more
We’ve reported that human error is often at the root of cybersecurity breaches. From weak passwords to careless clicks, people are the weakest link in cyber defense. And if behavioral psychology can boost sales in legitimate businesses, why not in crime? Like stores use your desire for a bargain to take you from your cash, … Read more
The Microsoft Digital Defense Report 2024 paints a vivid and alarming picture of the rapidly evolving cyber threat landscape, where cybercriminals and nation-state actors leverage more sophisticated tools and tactics. The report highlights the devastating impact of cyberattacks, from ransomware crippling 389 healthcare institutions in the US, leading to delayed medical procedures and risking lives, … Read more
A new report from insurtech Resilience, Resilience Midyear 2023 Claims Report, reveals a significant shift in ransomware tactics. Cybercriminals are increasingly targeting larger organizations and employing encryption-less extortion methods. Key Highlights: The report attributes the trend in encryption-less extortion to the massive MOVEit file transfer platform hack in May 2023, which exposed the data of … Read more
In a startling revelation, Lloyd’s, the world’s premier insurance and reinsurance marketplace, has unveiled a systemic risk scenario that paints a grim picture of the global economy’s susceptibility to a major cyber attack. This hypothetical envisions a cyber strike on a major financial services payments system, leading to widespread disruption in global operations. The potential … Read more