APT groups are increasingly deploying ransomware – and that’s bad news for everyone
APT groups are increasingly deploying ransomware – and that’s bad news for everyone The blurring of lines between cybercrime and APT attacks underscores the increasingly fluid and multifaceted nature of today’s cyberthreats. There was a time when the boundary between cybercrime and advanced persistent threat activity was rather easy to discern. Cybercriminals were fuelled solely […]
The 12 Scams of Christmas 2024
The holiday season is here once again and before you dive headfirst into the holiday cheer, it’s that time of year when we ask you to channel your inner Scrooge—and no, we’re not talking about being mean but rather being shrewd when it comes to sharing information online. Over the past couple of years, we’ve […]
Stay Cyber-Safe This Holiday Season: Essential Cybersecurity Tips for Your Business
The holiday season is almost upon us, bringing with it a significant increase in online activity. As eager shoppers hop online to bag bargains on Black Friday or Cyber Monday, cyber-criminals also see this as a prime opportunity to target bargain hunters. With many using their work devices to access online marketplaces, your business systems […]
TRANSFORMING YOUR WORKFORCE – The Critical Role of Human Risk Management
The Core of Your Cyber Defence: People and Awareness With new threats continually emerging, cybersecurity has become more critical than ever. While employing a robust, multi-layered approach—featuring firewalls and antivirus software—is vital, the true cornerstone of any cyber defence strategy is your people. Fostering a strong culture of cyber awareness can be one of the […]
The Cyber Security Guide for SME’s
Today, SMEs face unique cyber security challenges that can impact their business continuity and data integrity. Understanding these challenges and implementing effective security measures is not just beneficial; it’s crucial. That’s why IT.ie has crafted an extensive Free Cyber Security Guide, tailored specifically for small and medium-sized enterprises. This guide is an invaluable resource, designed […]
The Top 8 Types of Cyber Attacks
The cyber security landscape is continually evolving; however, a good understanding of the current threats and preventative measures is a vital first step towards an effective defence. The inspiration for this post comes from this excellent animated illustration below, found on the LinkedIn page of The Cyber Security News. It succinctly outlines the top 8 […]
Cyber Attack – The Human Trigger
Did you know that human error was a contributing factor in 95% of breaches? Since human error plays such a vast role in cyber breaches, addressing it is key to reducing the chances of your business being successfully targeted. It also allows you to protect your business from a far wider range of threats than any single technical solution could and can potentially empower your workforce to actively look out for and report new threats they may encounter. Mitigation of human error must be key to business cybersecurity in 2021.
Ransomware – Do You Trust Your Inbox?
Email is the No.1 threat vector and most cyber-attacks including ransomware occur because of an action carried out by the recipient of an email. So, do you trust your inbox? The following tips are designed to help you investigate an email and avoid falling victim to a ransomware or other cyber-attack.
70% of Enterprise Ransomware Victims Pay Up
The world most valuable resource is no longer oil, but data. So what happens when this most valuable of assets is compromised or stolen? Would you pay to get it back or prevent its release to the wilds of the internet? Recent data suggests that 70% of enterprise ransomware attacks result in the criminals successfully eliciting payment from their victims.
Brute Force Ransomware Attacks are on the Increase: A Strong Password Policy is your Best Defence
Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on linkedin Brute Force Ransomware Attacks are on the Increase: A Strong Password Policy is your Best Defence Recent research by leading cybersecurity firms such as SonicWall, McAfee and F-Secure has found that brute force attacks are now the preferred means of spreading ransomware however, phishing emails remain […]
