2018
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DDoS attacks and mobile fraud are surging in 2018
Two separate reports have detailed the biggest threats to businesses this year Two separate reports have highlighted the mounting threat of DDoS and mobile fraud attacks, demonstrating the…
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DDoS attacks are getting even larger
Average DDoS attack is five times stronger this year, compared to the year before. The average DDoS attack is five times stronger this year, compared to the year…
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DDoS attack frequency grows 40%, low volume attacks dominate
The frequency of DDoS attacks have once again risen, this time by 40% year on year, according to Corero Network Security. While frequency has increased, the duration of…
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Mirai, Gafgyt Botnets Resurface with New Tricks
A new version of Mirai exploits the Apache Struts flaw linked to the Equifax breach, while Gafgyt targets an old flaw in SonicWall. Well-known Internet of Things (IoT)…
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September 2018 Patch Tuesday: Microsoft fixes actively exploited zero-day
Microsoft’s September 2018 Patch Tuesday has brought fixes for a little over 60 security vulnerabilities, 17 of which are critical and one is being actively exploited in the…
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Banking Trojan attacks increase, large scale Ramnit campaign impacts organizations worldwide
Check Point revealed a significant increase in attacks using the Ramnit banking trojan. Ramnit has doubled its global impact over the past few months, driven by a large…
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DDoS Protection is the Foundation for Application, Site and Data Availability
When we think of DDoS protection, we often think about how to keep our website up and running. While searching for a security solution, you’ll find several options…
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Cyber policies: More than just risk transfer
Digital connectivity continues apace – but brings with it increased cyber risks. These relatively new and complex risk profiles require approaches that go far beyond traditional insurance, argues Munich Re’s…
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A Scoville Heat Scale For Measuring Cybersecurity
The Scoville Scale is a measurement chart used to rate the heat of peppers or other spicy foods. It can also can have a useful application for measuring…
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Brit teen arrested for involvement in DDoS attack on ProtonMail
George Duke-Cohan was recruited by criminal group Apophis Squad A 19-YEAR-OLD MEMBER of hacking group Apophis Squad has been arrested by British cops. George Duke-Cohan from Watford, who…