Tag: cyberattacks

Threat Spotlight: The remote desktop tools most targeted by attackers in the last year

Threat Spotlight: The remote desktop tools most targeted by attackers in the last year

Remote desktop software allows employees to connect into their computer network without being physically linked to the host device or even in the same location. This makes it a useful tool for a distributed or remote workforce. Unfortunately, remote desktop...

/ May 1, 2024
Predictions from Barracuda’s security frontline to keep an eye on

Predictions from Barracuda’s security frontline to keep an eye on

Predicting the future is difficult, but you can anticipate what is likely to happen by looking at how things have evolved over time. Barracuda asked colleagues who work on the security frontline, from XDR and offensive security to international product...

/ April 23, 2024
Analyzing the latest Ivanti-linked CISA breach

Analyzing the latest Ivanti-linked CISA breach

Another day passes, another cyberattack strikes. This time, a recent incident impacted a major U.S. government entity known as the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). Back in February, CISA officials discovered that two of its internal computer systems were compromised by...

/ April 16, 2024
Food Supply
The role of MSPs in food supply chain cybersecurity

The role of MSPs in food supply chain cybersecurity

Food and cybersecurity seem like very different topics. When we think of our favorite potato chips or steaks to sizzle on the grill, ransomware isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. However, the food supply chain is under increasing...

/ March 7, 2024
Cyberthreat predictions for 2024 from Barracuda’s security frontline

Cyberthreat predictions for 2024 from Barracuda’s security frontline

Predicting the future is difficult, but you can anticipate what is likely to happen by looking at how things have evolved over the past year. This year again, Barracuda asked colleagues who work on the security frontline, from XDR and offensive...

/ December 14, 2023 / 10 Comments
Shields Up
Shields up: How MSPs can advance cybersecurity with cutting-edge technologies

Shields up: How MSPs can advance cybersecurity with cutting-edge technologies

“Bottoms up” is a good-natured toast or nudge to get one to finish their drink. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is introducing a good-natured nudge to get organizations to finish their resiliency called “Shields Up!” You probably won’t...

/ November 16, 2023
energy and utilities
Email-borne attacks hit energy and utilities harder than most other sectors

Email-borne attacks hit energy and utilities harder than most other sectors

The energy and utilities industry is part of the world’s critical infrastructure. Without reliable access to electricity, natural gas, renewables, water supplies, and more, many things we rely on will grind to a halt with potentially devasting consequences for companies,...

/ October 24, 2023
Cybersecurity Threat Advisory
Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: Significant increase of cyber incidents

Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: Significant increase of cyber incidents

This Cybersecurity Threat Advisory sheds light on the recent global events between Israel and Hamas that have caused a surge in cyber incidents from hacker activists, also known as “hacktivists”. These attacks have been experienced on both sides of the...

/ October 16, 2023
Cybersecurity Threat Advisory
Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: Cyberattacks on MGM Resorts

Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: Cyberattacks on MGM Resorts

This Cybersecurity Threat Advisory highlights cyberattacks on MGM Resorts, a $33 billion hospitality and entertainment company operating out of Las Vegas. On Monday, September 11th, 2023, MGM Resorts experienced a ransomware attack that encrypted over 100 ESXi hypervisors and exfiltrated...

/ September 15, 2023 / 1 Comment
Cybersecurity Threat Advisory
Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: Social engineering attacks targeting Okta

Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: Social engineering attacks targeting Okta

Today’s Cybersecurity Threat Advisory highlights Okta, who in recent weeks has experienced social engineering attacks by threat actors looking to attain highly privileged roles within Okta’s accounts. The company has warned about social engineering attacks targeting IT service desk agents...

/ September 6, 2023