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Cyberattack is an intentional attempt to compromise computer systems, networks, or digital devices by exploiting vulnerabilities or using malicious software. Common techniques include malware deployment, phishing to steal credentials, ransomware to encrypt data for extortion, and denial-of-service attacks that disrupt availability. These actions aim to gain unauthorized access, manipulate data, or cause operational disruption.
For security professionals, cyberattacks represent critical risks requiring proactive defense measures such as patching known vulnerabilities, monitoring network traffic for anomalies, and enforcing strong authentication. Understanding attacker methods helps prioritize defenses on exposed systems and sensitive data. Effective detection and containment depend on timely threat intelligence and coordinated response to limit damage and restore normal operations.
The January attack was in retaliation for the satirical French magazine's decision to launch a cartoon contest to lampoon Iran's Supreme Leader.
Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare (TMH) has taken its IT systems offline and suspended non-emergency procedures following a late Thursday cyberattack. [...]
Crims put a February 4 deadline for software provider to pay up UK regulators are investigating a cyberattack against financial technology firm ION, while the LockBit ransomware gang has threatened to publish the stolen data on February 4 if the software provider doesn't pay up.…
The Russia-linked LockBit ransomware group claims to be behind the attack that fouled automated transactions for dozens of clients of financial technology firm ION Group.
The group's wanton attacks demonstrate that business email compromise is everything a hacker can want in one package: low risk, high reward, quick, easy, and low effort.
The LockBit ransomware gang has claimed responsibility for the cyberattack on ION Group, a UK-based software company whose products are used by financial institutions, banks, and corporations for trading, investment management, and market analytics. [...]
Arnold Clark, self-described as Europe's largest independent car retailer, is notifying some customers that their personal information has been stolen in a December 23 cyberattack claimed by the Play ransomware group. [...]
A new attack campaign has targeted the gaming and gambling sectors since at least September 2022, just months prior to the ICE London 2023 gaming industry trade fair event that's scheduled next week
Recent cyberattacks against SMBs across Europe have been traced back to copycat groups using leaked LockBit locker malware.
The complex nature of cyberattacks has increased demand for software developers, reverse engineers, and offensive specialists — attracting workers facing financial insecurity.
UK sportswear retailer asks exposed customers to stay "vigilant" against phishing attempts following cyberattack.