New ShrinkLocker ransomware decryptor recovers BitLocker password
Bitdefender has released a decryptor for the 'ShrinkLocker' ransomware strain, which uses Windows' built-in BitLocker drive encryption tool to lock victim's files.…
Middle East Cybersecurity Efforts Catch Up After Late Start
Despite having only a scant focus on cybersecurity regulations a decade ago, countries in the Middle East — led by…
Microsoft Patch Tuesday, November 2024 Edition
Microsoft today released updates to plug at least 89 security holes in its Windows operating systems and other software. November's…
Halliburton Remains Optimistic Amid $35M Data Breach Losses
Though its third-quarter earnings report confirms that the company remains on track, it's unclear how that will be affected if…
The PANCCD™ Model: Strengthening Cyber Resiliency and Compliance
by Gary S. Miliefsky, CISSP, fmDHS I came up with this model to simplify cybersecurity, resiliency and regulatory compliance for…
Halliburton reports $35 million loss after ransomware attack
Halliburton has revealed that an August ransomware attack has led to $35 million in losses after the breach caused the…
DNS Security Strategies: Protecting Against Ransomware, Botnets, And Data Theft
Protecting against the growing spectrum of cyber threats, including ransomware, botnets, and data theft, is fundamental for ensuring strong cybersecurity…
Data Breaches are a Dime a Dozen: It’s Time for a New Cybersecurity Paradigm
Data breaches have accelerated quickly in 2024. Google ‘data breach’ and you’re in for a whirlwind of high-profile names scattered…
FBI: Spike in Hacked Police Emails, Fake Subpoenas
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is urging police departments and governments worldwide to beef up security around their email…
Uncovering the Gaps in Cyberthreat Detection & the Hidden Weaknesses of SIEM
Cybersecurity tools and technologies are continuously being developed and refined to keep pace with the growing threat landscape. One tool…