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Looted RIPE Credentials for Sale on the Dark Web

A monitoring exercise identified user details in 716 compromised RIPE NCC accounts, plus other valuable credentials belonging to those victims.

https://www.darkreading.com/cyberattacks-data-breaches/looted-ripe-credentials-for-sale-on-dark-web

Dubai Cyber Force Names First Accredited Companies

The initiative has named the first eight companies approved to cyber-secure the Dubai government.

https://www.darkreading.com/cybersecurity-operations/dubai-cyber-force-names-first-accredited-companies

Recognizing Security as a Strategic Component of Business

In today's environments, security can be a revenue enabler, not just a cost center. Organizations should take advantage of the opportunities.

https://www.darkreading.com/cyberattacks-data-breaches/recognizing-security-as-strategic-component-business

Ivanti Zero-Day Patches Delayed as 'KrustyLoader' Attacks Mount

The RCE/auth bypass bugs in Connect Secure VPNs have gone unpatched for 20 days as state-sponsored groups continue to backdoor Ivanti gear.

https://www.darkreading.com/endpoint-security/ivanti-zero-day-patches-delayed-krustyloader-attacks-mount

'Cactus' Ransomware Strikes Schneider Electric

Schneider's Sustainability division, which provides software and consulting services to enterprises, was felled by cybercriminals in mid-January.

https://www.darkreading.com/ics-ot-security/cactus-ransomware-schneider-electric-sustainability-division

Apple Warns iPhone Sideloading Changes Will Increase Cyber Threats

The tech giant says that being more open to comply with EU regulations brings risks such as malware, fraud, and scams.

https://www.darkreading.com/endpoint-security/apple-warns-iphone-sideloading-increase-cyber-threats

Feds Reportedly Try to Disrupt 'Volt Typhoon' Attack Infrastructure

The China-linked threat actor's attacks on US critical infrastructure organizations have alarmed American intelligence officials, Reuters says.

https://www.darkreading.com/cybersecurity-operations/us-govt-reportedly-trying-to-disrupt-volt-typhoon-attack-infrastructure

Solving the Cybersecurity Skills Gap With Racial Inclusivity

Addressing the growing demand for cybersecurity professionals is also an opportunity to create a more racially inclusive workforce.

https://www.darkreading.com/cybersecurity-operations/solving-cybersecurity-skills-gap-racial-inclusivity

UAE Government Cyber Chief: We Face 50K Cyberattacks Daily

The Emirates see phishing emails, DDoS attacks, and ransomware, as well as port scans, regularly.

https://www.darkreading.com/cyber-risk/uae-government-cyber-chief-50k-cyberattacks-daily

Q&A: How Israeli Cybersecurity Companies Endure Through the Conflict

As Israeli employees get called up for reserve military duty, the impact on their day jobs and employers is still being calculated.

https://www.darkreading.com/cybersecurity-operations/israeli-cybersecurity-companies-enduring-conflict

A Cyber Insurer's Perspective on How to Avoid Ransomware

Insurance companies have a unique view of the ravages of ransomware, which lets us formulate lessons in how to avoid becoming a victim.

https://www.darkreading.com/cyber-risk/cyber-insurer-perspective-how-to-avoid-ransomware

PoC Exploits Heighten Risks Around Critical New Jenkins Vuln

The arbitrary file-read flaw can lead to remote code execution.

https://www.darkreading.com/vulnerabilities-threats/poc-exploits-heighten-risks-around-critical-new-jenkins-vuln

SolarWinds Files Motion to Dismiss SEC Lawsuit

Responding to SEC charges, SolarWinds fired back with a detailed defense of how a Russian-backed cyber espionage attack on its system was handled.

https://www.darkreading.com/cyber-risk/solarwinds-files-motion-to-dismiss-sec-lawsuit

Iran's 'Cyber Centers' Dodge Sanctions to Sell Cyber Operations

Networks of Iranian officials and cyber-offensive specialists have created a variety of cybersecurity contractor in an attempt to dodge sanctions, according to leaked documents.

https://www.darkreading.com/vulnerabilities-threats/iran-cyber-centers-dodge-sanctions-sell-cyber-operations

New Jersey School District Shut Down by Cyberattack

Sunday night, Freehold Township district officials notified its staff and parents that school would not be in session Monday due to technical difficulties caused by a cyber incident.

https://www.darkreading.com/vulnerabilities-threats/freehold-township-district-closes-due-to-cyber-incident

Israeli Government: Smallest of SMBs Hit Hardest in Cyberattacks

Companies with fewer than 20 employees suffered the largest number of attacks among small to midsize businesses, according to Israel's Small and Medium Business Agency.

https://www.darkreading.com/cyberattacks-data-breaches/israeli-government-smallest-smbs-hit-hardest-in-cyberattacks

Top 3 Data Breaches of 2023, and What Lies Ahead in 2024

Take a look at last year's most impactful data breaches and what companies can do to protect themselves going forward.

https://www.darkreading.com/cyberattacks-data-breaches/top-3-data-breaches-2023-what-lies-ahead-2024