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Massive botnet hits Microsoft 365 accounts
A recently discovered botnet of over 130,000 compromised devices is launching coordinated password-spraying attacks against Microsoft 365 (M365) accounts. Security researchers …
Why AI deployment requires a new level of governance
In this Help Net Security video, Lee Waskevich, VP of Security at ePlus, discusses how AI deployment demands enhanced governance and stricter controls, particularly in …
Week in review: PostgreSQL 0-day exploited in US Treasury hack, top OSINT books to learn from
Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news, articles, interviews and videos: A PostgreSQL zero-day was also exploited in US Treasury hack (CVE-2025-1094) …
Security and privacy concerns challenge public sector’s efforts to modernize
For most public sector organizations, digital transformation is a work in progress, with the complexity of integrating new systems and privacy and security concerns remaining …
Hackers pose as employers to steal crypto, login credentials
Since early 2024, ESET researchers have been tracking DeceptiveDevelopment, a series of malicious campaigns linked to North Korea-aligned operators. Disguising themselves as …
300% increase in endpoint malware detections
The third quarter of 2024 saw a dramatic shift in the types of malware detected at network perimeters, according to a new WatchGuard report. The report’s key findings include …
VC-backed cybersecurity startups and the exit crunch
The cybersecurity startup landscape is at a crossroads. As venture-backed companies strive for successful exits, the bar has risen dramatically, requiring more funding, higher …
Cyber hygiene habits that many still ignore
Cybersecurity advice is everywhere. We’re constantly reminded to update our passwords, enable two-factor authentication, and avoid clicking suspicious links. Yet, beneath …
6 considerations for 2025 cybersecurity investment decisions
Cybersecurity professionals may be concerned about the constantly shifting threat landscape. From the increased use of artificial intelligence (AI) by malicious actors to the …
Cybercriminals shift focus to social media as attacks reach historic highs
A new report from Gen highlights a sharp rise in online threats, capping off a record-breaking 2024. Between October and December alone, 2.55 billion cyber threats were …
Balancing cloud security with performance and availability
Your business can’t realize the many benefits of cloud computing without ensuring performance and availability in its cloud environments. Let’s look at some …
Unlocking OSINT: Top books to learn from
Discover the top Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) books in this curated list. From investigative techniques to digital footprint analysis, these titles offer insights for …