XVigil discovered a financially motivated threat actor group, dubbed Eternity, actively operating on the internet, selling worms, stealers, DDoS tools, and ransomware builders.
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Data leaks
The Evolution of the Data Leak Extortion Ecosystem
We explain the evolution of the data leak extortion ecosystem through the advancements made by ransomware groups over the last three decades.
Digital assets
The Upsurge of Digital Fingerprints in Underground Marketplaces
What makes digital fingerprints valuable to cybercriminals and what are the preventive measures you can adhere to so as to avoid its theft.
Programming
Why programming skills are essential for penetration testers
Experienced security professionals say that entry-level positions in security and hacking doesn’t require programming skills. Is this true?
Security
What makes web applications an easy target for hackers?
Verizon Data Breach Investigation Report finds that web applications are the single most significant cause for data breaches. Learn why.
Security
Weekly Cyber Trivia Quiz Contest #4
Cyber Trivia Quiz is here! Find out if you’re up-to-date on your cybersecurity news from across the world. If you’re behind on the news, fret
DDoS
Why you should be worried about a cyber pandemic that could take over the cyberspace
This article explains how effective threat intelligence can assist you in taking proactive measures to counter cyber attacks.
Security
Worst cybersecurity strategies and how we can overcome them
A list of the worst cybersecurity practices and strategies that could be detrimental to your organizations and alternate solutions.
Security
Why monitoring the most popular P2P messenger should be a cybersecurity priority
The anonymity associated with Telegram increases the odds of misusing its features. Monitor activities on it regularly to fend off threats.
Breach
How much does a data breach cost you?
Executive summary for the Cost of a Data Breach Report 2020, highlighting factors that strengthen an organization’s cyber security posture.
Breach
Want to deter threat actors? Start by nullifying your data leaks.
Companies that have experienced a breach, underperform the market by > 15%, even years later. Here are ways to prevent data leaks.
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