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How can email encryption protect firms from APT attacks?

Posted on 14/02/2023

An advanced persistent threat (APT) is a sustained and sophisticated cyberattack where a malicious actor sets up an undetected presence within a network, with the aim of stealing confidential or sensitive information over an extended period. APT attacks are meticulously planned and cleverly designed to penetrate and infiltrate a specific enterprise or institution. They are […]

Data wiper malware used to decimate Windows domains

Posted on 12/02/2023

Cybersecurity researchers at the Slovak company ESET recently identified a brand-new malware type designed specifically for wiping data. The researchers have named the malware SwiftSlicer and confirmed that it has been designed with the aim of overwriting critical data files used by Windows operating systems. […]

Major sports retailer discloses data breach

Posted on 10/02/2023

British sports retail chain JD Sports recently warned customers that it had suffered a data breach when a server containing online order information was hacked. As a result, the data of around 10 million customers was compromised. […]

Should I encrypt my emails if my email client uses TLS?

Posted on 09/02/2023

Email encryption is a critical component of modern cybersecurity and helps to protect sensitive information from being intercepted and viewed by unauthorised parties. However, with the widespread use of secure email protocols, such as Transport Layer Security (TLS), many users wonder whether encryption of their emails is still necessary. In this blog, we will explore […]

UK cybersecurity experts warn of attacks from foreign hackers

Posted on 08/02/2023

The UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) has recently issued a warning that Iranian and Russian state-sponsored threat operators are increasingly targeting British individuals and organisations. […]

Ransomware: Protect Your Enterprise Against Attacks with Email Encryption

Posted on 07/02/2023

The rise of ransomware attacks has become a major concern for businesses worldwide, with all sorts of industries being targeted. These malicious attacks not only lead to a significant loss in productivity and profit but also, in some cases, have a devastating long-term impact on the affected companies. Companies that are found to be negligent […]

BEC Scams: How Email Encryption Can Help Secure Your Data

Posted on 04/02/2023

BEC scams, also known as business email compromise scams, are a form of cybercrime where attackers use email to deceive a company’s professional into revealing confidential information or transferring funds. In a typical scenario, the attacker poses as a trustworthy source and requests payment of a fake invoice or release of sensitive data that can […]

WhatsApp faces €5.5 million fine for violating data regulation

Posted on 02/02/2023

Ireland’s Data Protection Commission (DPC) recently slapped WhatsApp Ireland with a €5.5 million fine after it confirmed that the messaging service had violated the GDPR. The Irish regulator has now ordered WhatsApp to ensure its current data processing operations are compliant with GDPR within six months. If it fails to do so, it will face […]

T-Mobile discloses massive data breach

Posted on 30/01/2023

Telecommunications giant T-Mobile recently revealed it has suffered another data breach after a malicious operator stole the personal data of 37 million current prepaid and post-paid customer accounts via one of its active Application Programming Interfaces. […]

PayPal hack highlights the vulnerability of passwords

Posted on 28/01/2023

PayPal, the internationally renowned online payment platform, recently began notifying approximately 35,000 users that their private information was exposed during a credential stuffing attack that took place last year. […]

Unleashing the Power of Encryption: The Most Effective Security Tool to Prevent Data Breaches

Posted on 26/01/2023

Data breaches are a major concern for any organization, as the loss or compromise of sensitive information can have severe consequences. One of the most effective ways to prevent data breaches is through the training of staff to recognize and avoid cybercriminal tactics and errors that can lead to data disclosure. However, even the most […]

Largest alcohol retailer in Canada hacked

Posted on 24/01/2023

An enterprise operated by the Canadian government and the nation’s largest alcoholic beverage retailer, The Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO), recently revealed that anonymous attackers had managed to breach its official website. Once they gained unauthorised access, the threat operators behind the attack managed to inject the site with malicious code that was engineered […]

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