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What Are Hardware and Software Keyloggers? How Can You Spot and Prevent Them?

In this video, learn what hardware and software keyloggers are, signs you may have one, how to prevent them, and more. Learn more about: Resources and social media: Transcript: Do you remember every key you pressed on your laptop today? Every word you typed in an email? Every password you punched in? Every digit you entered for your credit card? For you and me, recalling all that information is next to impossible. But not for a Keylogger.

Use these simple rules to detect common attacker tools

One of the most powerful weapons at an attacker’s disposal is the use of specialized tools designed to compromise network security. Mimikatz, BloodHound, and winPEAS are just a few examples of tools that can wreak havoc in your environment if left undetected. In this article, we’ll explore how malicious actors can exploit specialized tools to launch sophisticated attacks.

Embargo Ransomware Expands Attacks to Cloud Environments

Ransomware continues to evolve, and the latest escalation in tactics comes from the Embargo ransomware group. Threat actor Storm-0501, known for its previous ties to various ransomware groups, has now shifted its focus towards hybrid cloud environments, targeting both on-premise and cloud-based systems. This strategic shift poses significant risks for organizations relying on cloud infrastructure, particularly those in critical sectors such as healthcare, government, transportation, and law enforcement.

Understanding and Detecting Lateral Movement

A ransomware attack is underway. The threat actor has gained initial access to an endpoint and executed malicious code on it. As far as the threat actor is concerned, things are going well. However, the next stage is critical to a ransomware attack’s success. Without the ability to spread throughout the entire environment, encrypting or locking up all systems, threat actors are unlikely to be able to extort payment from an organization.

Tick Tock.. Operation Cronos Arrests More LockBit Ransomware Gang Suspects

International law enforcement agencies have scored another victory against the LockBit gang, with a series of arrests and the seizure of servers used within the notorious ransomware group's infrastructure. As Europol has detailed in a press release, international authorities have continued to work on "Operation Cronos", and now arrested four people, seized servers, and implemented sanctions against an affiliate of the ransomware group.

Must-Know Strategies for DORA Compliance

In this episode of CISO Conversations: EU Data Regulations, Richard Cassidy, EMEA Field CISO at Rubrik, is joined by Anna Delaney, Director of Productions at Information Security Media Group (ISMG), to explore why the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) makes operational resilience a priority for financial services organizations. They discuss how DORA will impact your financial institution, how to best prepare for DORA and improve operational resilience, and how to increase oversight and accountability of third parties in the supply chain.

Ransomware as a Business with Ken Westin from LimaCharlie

Ken Westin, Senior Solutions Engineer at LimaCharlie, joined us for Defender Fridays to discuss Ransomware as a Business. Join us every Friday as we delve into the dynamic world of information security, exploring its defensive side with seasoned professionals from across the industry.