AlphaLock, Threat Actor Branding, and the World of Cybercrime Marketing

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Threat actors are not a monolith in their approach to cybercrime. The popular perception is that threat actors steal information for the sake of it, while knowing and accepting that they are doing something wrong. However, some threat actors also justify their actions by promoting an image that their activity ethically advances the cause of […]

LockBit’s Conversation on XSS Forum with an Initial Access Broker

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In February of 2024, admins of the Russian hacking forum XSS banned the primary LockBit account active on the forum. The ban was the result of a dispute between LockBit, and an initial access broker operating under the username “aa.”  The following is a conversation between AA and LockBit, posted on XSS as aa sought […]

Partage de renseignements sur les menaces : 5 bonnes pratiques

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To combat sophisticated and relentless threats effectively, organizations must adopt a collaborative approach that goes beyond their individual security measures. Threat intelligence sharing has emerged as a powerful strategy to enhance cybersecurity defenses by leveraging the collective knowledge and insights of the cybersecurity community.  By exchanging information about emerging threats, attack techniques, and indicators of […]

Intelligence exploitable sur les menaces : générer une réduction des risques à partir de CTI

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Organizations need to go beyond traditional security measures to effectively protect their valuable assets and maintain a strong security posture. They must harness the power of actionable threat intelligence, which provides timely and relevant insights that can drive proactive risk reduction strategies.  Actionable threat intelligence empowers organizations to not only understand the threat landscape but […]

Exploitation des données Threat Intelligence : le guide définitif

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Threat intelligence data plays a pivotal role in strengthening any organization’s defense systems. Actionable threat intelligence is critical, and it is an important function in active defense measures. It provides immense benefits through providing context and priority. Adopting a SaaS platform for threat intelligence handling includes useful features such as automation, consolidated data sources, real-time […]

Quelle est votre surface d'attaque de sécurité ?

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As businesses and individuals become more reliant on technology, they inadvertently increase their security attack surface – the sum total of all the vulnerabilities that threat actors can exploit.  Understanding your security attack surface is essential for developing an effective cybersecurity strategy. By gaining insights into your security attack surface, you can proactively safeguard your […]

Threat Intelligence & The Cyber ​​Kill Chain : Le guide complet

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Every day that you prevent an attack is a good day. Sophisticated adversaries have the money, skills, and technologies to thwart most organizations’ defensive capabilities. With the rise of Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS), less sophisticated attackers have access to payloads and customer service representatives to help them deploy successful attacks. By understanding attackers’ motivations and goals, you […]

Surface d'attaque réseau : un guide rapide

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Understanding and securing the network attack surface has become a critical priority for businesses seeking to protect their valuable data and systems. By comprehending the network attack surface and its significance, organizations can proactively implement security measures and minimize the risk of successful attacks.  Understanding Network Attack Surface: What It Encompasses and Why It Matters […]

Les défis de la cybersécurité des soins de santé

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Executive Overview The average cost of a data breach in healthcare in Canada is about 5.5 million CAD. Since delivering patient care depends on cybersecurity, securing healthcare systems and patient data is absolutely crucial.  Various factors influence risks to healthcare cybersecurity, including current geopolitical events. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services issued a […]