CyberHoot Newsletter – October 2024
This newsletter summarizes cybersecurity news from October, and boy there are some big events that happened.
Weekly blog articles covering current, critical cybersecurity topics to help the world become more aware and more secure.
This newsletter summarizes cybersecurity news from October, and boy there are some big events that happened.
Learn how to protect yourself from evolving Session Hijacking threats with expert tips on secure connections, encryption, 2FA, and more.
Learn expert tips to spot phishing links and protect yourself from cyber threats, including how to check URLs, avoid scams, and stay secure online.
Explore the shift toward passwordless and keyless authentication, its benefits for cybersecurity, and how businesses can prepare for this future
Learn about the cybersecurity risks of using in-flight Wi-Fi and discover essential tips to protect your data while traveling, from VPNs to device updates.
This newsletter summarizes cybersecurity news from August, and boy there are some big events that happened.
Learn about critical vulnerabilities in Veeam Backup & Replication and SonicWall SonicOS, including active exploits. Apply patches and follow key security measures to protect your systems.
Learn how to protect your business from the new Rust-based Cicada 3301 ransomware. Discover key strategies to safeguard your data and prevent ransomware attacks.
Learn how to protect your business from zero-day exploits like those recently used by Chinese hackers targeting U.S. internet providers. Discover key cybersecurity strategies to stay ahead of emerging threats.
Learn how to protect your organization from the new Qilin ransomware attack, which exploits VPN vulnerabilities. Discover essential tips for strengthening your cybersecurity defenses and preventing ransomware threats
Discover the extensive impact of the NPD breach that exposed 3 billion personal records, underscoring significant privacy risks and highlighting essential steps for safeguarding personal information against identity theft and cyber fraud.
Discover prevention techniques for the top 10 common cyber attacks. Learn how to identify the attacks through scenarios and then take steps to mitigate the damage and protect your business and data from harm.
This newsletter summarizes cybersecurity news from June and July, and boy there are some big events that happened. From CrowdStrike’s global outage to increased focus on credential stuffing attacks, hackers were hard at work during this period.
Discover the top 10 cyber attacks. Learn how to identify the attacks through scenarios and then take steps to mitigate the damage and protect your business and data from harm.
Learn about the CrowdStrike global outage, its potential causes, and essential risk mitigation strategies to protect your organization from similar cyber threats.
A unique ransomware scheme is seeking to extort money from Ticketmaster to prevent the release of printable tickets and concert chaos.
Discover how MFA failures are contributing to a 500% surge in ransomware costs and learn how adopting Passkeys can enhance your cybersecurity defenses.
Learn about the critical OpenSSH vulnerability CVE-2023-38408 that allows remote code execution via the ssh-agent’s forwarding feature. Discover immediate steps to protect your systems, including upgrading to OpenSSH 9.3p2, restricting PKCS#11 providers, and enhancing security measures.
Learn how to protect your business from the evolving SaaS kill chain by understanding the stages of cyber attacks, or kill chain links, and the nuances of on-premise vs. SaaS models of the kill-chain.
Learn how hackers exploit legitimate websites to launch sophisticated attacks and discover ways to protect yourself from these evolving cybersecurity threats.
Time-Intensive Mobile Hacks Are Causing Big Headaches for Companies Time-Intensive Mobile Hacks: Discover how time-intensive mobile hacks are evolving and what companies can do to protect themselves from these sophisticated …
Learn how Okta is addressing credential stuffing attacks and what steps users can take to protect their accounts from this growing cybersecurity threat.
Business Ninja’s interviewed CyberHoot’s co-Founder Craig Taylor. This interview outlines CyberHoot’s unique and positive outcome approach to cybersecurity program development at your company. Our Co-Founder details what’s working and what’s broken in the emergency Cybersecurity industry. Business owners need to watch to learn what they should be doing to protect their businesses from compromise. Doing so provides much needed peace of mind.
Discover the latest phishing tactics targeting unsuspecting victims, including Cloudflare Workers, HTML smuggling, and AI-generated emails. Learn how cybercriminals bypass security measures and how you can protect yourself from these sophisticated attacks. Stay informed and stay safe in the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity.
May 30th, 2024: Learn how to protect yourself after the Ticketmaster data breach affecting 60 million customers. Discover immediate steps, identity protection tips, and long-term security practices to safeguard your personal information.
Discover how time-intensive mobile hacks are evolving and what companies can do to protect themselves from these sophisticated cybersecurity threats.
Understanding the Change Healthcare Cyberattack Change Healthcare Cyberattack: Gain valuable insights into the attack’s origins, impact, and implications for your cybersecurity. Read now. Understanding Latrodectus: A Stealthy Cyber Threat Delve into …
Learn how to protect your systems from ransomware attacks by understanding the role of remote-access tools and implementing effective cybersecurity strategies.
Explore the implications of the Dropbox Sign Breach incident, emphasizing the critical role of cybersecurity measures in defending against API key and OAuth token theft. It discusses the methods used by attackers, offers practical insights for safeguarding data, and underscores the ongoing need for vigilance in today’s interconnected digital landscape.
For over 40 years, passwords have been the cornerstone of computer security, despite their many flaws. People turned to password managers to simplify and secure their login processes. Now, passkeys are set to revolutionize how we secure our online identities. Unlike traditional passwords, passkeys eliminate many common security risks, making them a crucial advancement everyone should understand. This article will explain what passkeys are, how they work, and why they represent the future of identity management online.
“CyberHoot’s Newsletter has been on a brief hiatus as we focused on critical product improvements, finished 2024 strategic planning, and addressed performance improvements. This newsletter is chock full of cyber …
Lessons learned from the Change Healthcare data breach can teach us immediate actions we can take to reduce the chance of a breach in our own companies, networks, and the loss of the data entrusted to us.
The recent sophisticated breach of Microsoft Executive emails is a stark reminder that all of us can be targeted with phishing and social engineering attacks and need to prepare by training, testing, and governing employees on Cyber Literacy.
The recent sophisticated breach of Microsoft Executive emails is a stark reminder that all of us can be targeted with phishing and social engineering attacks and need to prepare by training, testing, and governing employees on Cyber Literacy.
The recent sophisticated breach of Microsoft Executive emails is a stark reminder that all of us can be targeted with phishing and social engineering attacks and need to prepare by training, testing, and governing employees on Cyber Literacy.
The recent sophisticated breach of Microsoft Executive emails is a stark reminder that all of us can be targeted with phishing and social engineering attacks and need to prepare by training, testing, and governing employees on Cyber Literacy.
The recent sophisticated breach of Microsoft Executive emails is a stark reminder that all of us can be targeted with phishing and social engineering attacks and need to prepare by training, testing, and governing employees on Cyber Literacy.
The recent sophisticated breach of Microsoft Executive emails is a stark reminder that all of us can be targeted with phishing and social engineering attacks and need to prepare by training, testing, and governing employees on Cyber Literacy.
The recent sophisticated breach of Microsoft Executive emails is a stark reminder that all of us can be targeted with phishing and social engineering attacks and need to prepare by training, testing, and governing employees on Cyber Literacy.
Superuser accounts in small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) and managed service providers (MSPs) face unique cybersecurity challenges. Bridging the gap between Privileged Access Management (PAM) and Identity Management (IdM) is critical for comprehensive protection. Effective cybersecurity for SMBs and MSPs requires tailored strategies that are practical, cost-effective, and straightforward to implement. This includes establishing clear governance policies, regular employee training, risk assessments, and implementing essential technical defenses to enhance overall security posture and protect sensitive data.
The recent sophisticated breach of Microsoft Executive emails is a stark reminder that all of us can be targeted with phishing and social engineering attacks and need to prepare by training, testing, and governing employees on Cyber Literacy.
The recent sophisticated breach of Microsoft Executive emails is a stark reminder that all of us can be targeted with phishing and social engineering attacks and need to prepare by training, testing, and governing employees on Cyber Literacy.
CyberNews broke a story detailing a collection of more than 26 Billion credentials and other private data in what security researchers are called a Mega-Breach.
CyberHoot has been shown to improve customer retention for MSPs. It lowers the cost of supporting clients through fewer security incidents, better product training, and educational phish testing. We know it works because MSPs tell us emails to support asking “Is this a Phish?” or “Is this an Attack?” go away. Start a 30 day free trial and month-to-month forever afterwards.
Hackers (and jilted lovers) are transferring money to themselves using your phone’s cash app (Paypal, Zelle, Cash App) to transfer funds out of your bank account.
In the dynamic realm of cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence (AI) stands as a game-changer, especially for Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and Small to Medium-sized Businesses (SMBs). This blog delves into how AI is reshaping threat detection and response, offering a new edge to cybersecurity strategies.
P2P payment scams are escalating, exposing people to advanced social engineering tactics resulting in significant financial losses.
2024 is off to a great start, however, Small to Medium sized Businesses need to proactively address their cybersecurity program development as soon as possible. 2023 was a banner year for hacker attacks and this has only encouraged more and more hackers to enter the fray. The time is ripe for everyone to batten down the hatches and training and test their employees to build their cyber literacy skills.
Navigating the Cybersecurity Risks of AI Assistants in Video Conferencing Silent Eavesdroppers: As AI Digital Assistants seamlessly integrate into popular video conferencing platforms, a concerning trade-off emerges between convenience and …
AI Digital Assistants in platforms like Microsoft Teams and Zoom raise data privacy concerns, risking exposure of regulated, intellectual, or personal information. Despite claims of de-identifying sensitive data, significant risks like exposing proprietary information remain underappreciated.