Cybercrime

@Unity · 10 months ago

Cybersecurity Awareness is a Gold Skill. Go for it NOW!

Last year (2022), a friend connected with the health fraternity of AIIMS, New Delhi, India, asked for my comments about the news of the ransomware attack on the hospital's servers. Incidentally, I sc...

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@M.Rosenquist · 10 months ago

Law Enforcement ALPHV Ransomware Takedown

Law enforcement scores a win against one of the most prolific ransomware criminal groups, ALPHV/BlackCat ! This truly is a cybersecurity holiday gift for everyone across the digital world! Suc...

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@M.Rosenquist · 1 year ago

National Cybersecurity Plan Fails to Address Ransomware

? The US National Cybersecurity Strategy Implementation Plan fails to address ransomware. There is a real opportunity for the government to make significant progress in crushing the growing scourge o...

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@Unity · 1 year ago

ChatGPT Helps Criminals

Artificial intelligence is opening exciting avenues. Artificial intelligence (AI) has been in STEM research worldwide for many years. All research groups, be it in academia or research labs, pursui...

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@adereign · 2 years ago

Effect of cyber crime on cryptocurrency

What is cyber crime? Cyber crime is defined as any illegal activities through the use of computers, networks or technology. In today's world the internet has brought about many new opportunities for...

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@M.Rosenquist · 2 years ago

Cybersecurity Costs Skyrocket 60%

Per the 2022 Hiscox Cyber Readiness report (survey), #cybersecurity spending increased 60% and median costs of incidents have risen 29% in the past year! This is not sustainable! Something must giv...

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@M.Rosenquist · 2 years ago

Value is the Cybersecurity Blind Spot - Speaking at the SPHERE22 Conference

? The industry currently suffers from a weakness to understand, align, and showcase its maximum potential value, which extends beyond managing digital risks and often includes non-traditional competit...

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@M.Rosenquist · 2 years ago

Ransomware is Funding Russian Aggression

Ransomware attacks and payments are increasing, with most revenue going to Russian attackers. It is time to revisit outlawing Ransomware payments. Some stats to hammer the situation home: Sophos ra...

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@M.Rosenquist · 2 years ago

Illicit Crypto Transaction Percentages are at an All Time Low

Illicit cryptocurrency transactions represented only 0.15% of transaction volume in 2021, according to the latest industry report from Chainalysis. That is probably the lowest of any global currency...

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@M.Rosenquist · 2 years ago

Cybersecurity Insights Video - Criminalizing Ransomware Payments with Malcolm Harkins

? Ransomware is a growing scourge. Is it possible to eradicate this entire class of attacks? I think it is but in today’s Cybersecurity Insights interview I have a lively debate with Malcolm Harkins o...

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@radenkusumo · 2 years ago

My Cousin Is Robinhood

The short story I am going to write today is a true story about my cousin who lives in the city. In this story, I will disguise his name. I have also asked him permission when I wanted to make a story...

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@M.Rosenquist · 3 years ago

International Coalition Fails to Address Ransomware

? U.S. leadership organized a meeting with over 30 nations to figure out how to address the growing problem of ransomware. The results were unimpressive, lacking the bold innovation needed to stem the...

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@Slash-1 · 3 years ago

Best Practices for Malware and Cyber-Hacking Protection on Your Website

I must first begin by stating what Cybercrime is all about. I would also give some references from statistics to back the report (article). Hacking? The act of compromising digital devices and net...

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@M.Rosenquist · 3 years ago

Anti-Money Laundering Detection Tool on the Dark Web

? A new tool is gaining popularity on the dark web which provides insights to users if their cryptocurrency activity might be flagged by authorities as potentially illicit. Such a tool can provide cy...

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@M.Rosenquist · 3 years ago

600 Million Differences Between Hackers and Cybercriminals

? There are 600 Million Differences Between Hackers and Cybercriminals… An amazing story is emerging from a massive cryptocurrency exploitation that exemplifies the difference between a ‘hacker’ and...

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@M.Rosenquist · 3 years ago

Arguments Against Criminalizing Ransomware Payments

? The goal is to effectively end ransomware as a significant cybersecurity risk for everyone. In exploring the different strategic options, one path has emerged superior, in which the flow of money to...

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@M.Rosenquist · 3 years ago

This is How to End Ransomware

? We can rid the world of ransomware attacks to such an extent they are no longer a likely risk vector! It is possible, but we all have to work together. This is not a sales pitch; in fact, I explain...

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@M.Rosenquist · 3 years ago

Why REvil Ransomware Group Suddenly Disappeared

? The notorious REvil ransomware cybercriminal group suddenly disappeared without explanation, spurring lots of speculation in the cybersecurity community. In this week’s video, we go over the results...

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@M.Rosenquist · 3 years ago

Ransomware Explained - Ending Ransomware

Stopping ransomware from being an impactful menace is the grand goal, but what are the specific criteria for success we should be striving for? Without clear objectives, we are often consumed with tri...

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@M.Rosenquist · 3 years ago

Ransomware Explained - 3 Fundamental Ways to Stop Cyberattacks

? There are only 3 fundamental ways to stop attacks from motivated and intelligent adversaries. Let’s identify and explore those options, and discuss how they may be applied to undermine Ransomware....

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@M.Rosenquist · 3 years ago

Ransomware Cybersecurity Fireside Chat

? In today’s fireside chat, we discuss the relevance, proactive, and reactive considerations every organization should consider as they face Ransomware. I am joined by Alex Rayter, Principal at Phoen...

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@M.Rosenquist · 3 years ago

Ransomware Explained - Understanding the Attackers

Understanding the attackers is the first step in identifying an effective, efficient, and sustainable paths to mitigating the risks of ransomware. ? The root cause of ransomware resides with the peop...

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@M.Rosenquist · 3 years ago

Ransomware Explained - Increasing Costs and Impact

Ransomware risks are skyrocketing with increasing costs, more attacks, and greater impacts that are expanding to affect everyone! It is a growing threat to organizations and national critical infrast...

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@M.Rosenquist · 3 years ago

Ransomware Explained Video Series

? Ransomware is a rising threat to every organization, device, and person connected to the Internet. All the products, services, and critical infrastructures are at risk of being victimized. We are...

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@M.Rosenquist · 3 years ago

Paying Ransomware Should be Illegal

? Ransomware is a growing problem that must be STOPPED! Cybercriminals are accumulating fortunes by impacting individuals, businesses, critical systems, and digital services. Some victims are paying r...

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@janatyler · 3 years ago

I Think Where The Technology Is Heading

Let's start with the definition of a few technologies first. Artificial intelligence is defined as the type of intelligence introduced by machines. Artificial intelligence-based computer software use...

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@M.Rosenquist · 3 years ago

Stopping the Runaway Ransomware Epidemic

? How do governments effectively blunt the growth of ransomware? There is a path, but it does not involve outlawing cryptocurrency! I see many government politicians positioning a ban of cryptocurre...

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@M.Rosenquist · 3 years ago

Nation State Cybercriminals Are A Risk To Everyone

? Most nation-state activities are focused on intelligence gathering, political manipulation, interference with critical infrastructure, and subverting military capabilities. These indirectly affect...

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@M.Rosenquist · 3 years ago

Not Paying Ransomware is the Only Way We All Win

? Ransomware is on the rise because cybercriminals are being rewarded. Those who are impacted have been paying the ransoms, thereby funding and encouraging attackers to expand and target others. The...

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@M.Rosenquist · 3 years ago

Falsely Vilifying Cryptocurrency in the Name of Cybersecurity

I get frustrated by shortsighted perceptions, which are misleading and dangerous is far easier to vilify something people don't fully understand. Here is another article, titled Bitcoin is Aiding th...

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