Palo Alto Networks

MARCH 19, 2024

State and local government agencies, schools, transportation systems and hospitals are subject to a constant barrage of attacks through ransomware and other techniques of bad actors. This continuous monitoring requirement is a critical provision of StateRAMP, and one that Palo Alto Networks fully supports and stands ready to provide.

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Tenable

MARCH 29, 2024

Assess your organization’s “readiness” to support a SCADA shift to the cloud, including the necessary skills and policies. One of the bugs was exploited in the wild by the CL0P ransomware gang. The FBI and CISA are also encouraging customers to ask their tech vendors whether they’ve assessed their software for SQLi flaws.

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Palo Alto Networks

AUGUST 13, 2021

Ransomware Protection. Ransomware Protection. Ransomware Investigation. Compromise Assessment. Breach Readiness Review. Cybersecurity Risk Assessment. Third-Party Risk Assessment. Unmanaged (IOT) Device Security & Segmentation. Data Loss Prevention. Securing SaaS Applications. DNS Security.

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CIO

DECEMBER 29, 2023

As GlobalLogic’s Azadeh gets ready to determine her 2024 budget and digital transformation priorities, she’s also focusing on developing a strategy to serve to evolve business models, enable the business to operate more efficiently, and mitigate AI-related risks. Our focus is on curating reusable data and AI insights,” she says.

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Palo Alto Networks

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Today’s threat actors already use AI to automate activities, such as ransomware, phishing and denial-of-service (DoS) attacks. As we get closer to 2024, CISOs and security leaders have a significant opportunity to assess their organization's risk readiness and gear up to counter emerging threats.

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Tenable

OCTOBER 28, 2021

A flurry of ransomware operators are now targeting Active Directory (AD) as a core step in the attack path. Over the past several months, a number of ransomware operators have concentrated their focus on Active Directory (AD) as a core step in their attack path. Disrupt ransomware attack paths at multiple points. BlackMatter .

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Palo Alto Networks

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Too often, I find that organizations believe they are “cyber ready” without considering “cyber resilience.” Cyber Resilience: More Than Being Ready. In order to identify current-state cyber resilience, organizations should conduct an assessment against a dedicated cybersecurity resilience framework. Have the Tough Conversations.

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Tenable

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Your introduction to vulnerability assessment doesn't have to be confusing – let's go over the key terms. When you're new to vulnerability assessment (VA) – or any other area of cybersecurity, for that matter – some aspects of the process might seem unfamiliar or confusing. Vulnerability assessment vs. vulnerability management.

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Tenable

JUNE 23, 2023

Learn all about the DOJ’s reward for CL0P ransomware leads. Plus, check out ransomware incident response recommendations. That’s why a recent IANS Research blog post about building an incident response process for ransomware caught our eye. Items to assess include known ransomware signatures and anomalous I/O activity.

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Palo Alto Networks

JULY 8, 2021

Diagnosing the Ransomware Deployment Protocol (RDP). Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) is the most popular initial ransomware attack vector and has been for years. IT wasn’t ready for this shift, so new laptops had to be purchased and sent out very quickly to remote workers. Avoiding the Ransomware Lottery.

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Palo Alto Networks

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

At the same time, ransomware continues to make the headlines as cybercriminals use highly sophisticated tools and tactics to disrupt the remote workforce and coerce organizations into paying large ransoms. Enterprise Strategy Group recently surveyed more than 330 cybersecurity professionals to gain insight into the incident readiness market.

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Palo Alto Networks

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

The Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack was a jarring reminder that organizations providing critical infrastructure and services to the public could easily be the next target. Ransomware operators have long targeted industries such as energy, healthcare, education and government. ransomware, DDoS, data breach).

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Datavail

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

But it’s also one of the best times for hackers to take advantage of weak database structures and infiltrate systems to steal sensitive data, trigger outages, or even spark ransomware attacks. The 2022 SonicWall Cyber Threat Report found a 90% increase in ransomware targeting retail companies year over year. Contact an Expert ».

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Palo Alto Networks

APRIL 20, 2021

Today at Cortex Symphony 2021 , we announced that we're bringing together our world-renowned Unit 42 threat researchers with our elite team of Crypsis security consultants to create an intelligence-driven organization that is ready for response. Mitigating Threats With Our World-Renowned Threat Researchers.

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Kaseya

AUGUST 14, 2019

In 2017, the infamous WannaCry ransomware attack infected 200,000 computers globally, causing a total of $4 billion in damages. Over 98 percent of the computers affected by the ransomware were running some version of Windows 7 which was still being supported and patched at the time. But, you do have to start planning now.

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Tenable

AUGUST 5, 2022

Preventing ransomware attacks. The Impact Of Assessing And Addressing Log4j Installations Proactively ” (Tenable blog). A survey by the Cyber Readiness Institute of about 1,400 SMBs in eight countries found, among other things, that: 55% of respondents aren’t very aware of MFA and its benefits. And much more!

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Tenable

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Also, learn all about the ransomware threat from North Korea aimed at hospitals. Microsoft told the reporter his chat with Bing is “part of the learning process” as the AI chatbot feature gets ready for wider release. Find out why a study says cybersecurity pros will weather staff reductions better than all other employees.

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Tenable

DECEMBER 22, 2023

For example, here are some CISA initiatives: It launched in March its “ Ransomware Vulnerability Warning Pilot Program ” to help critical infrastructure facilities fend off ransomware attacks More recently it kicked off a pilot program to offer them free managed cybersecurity services.

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Palo Alto Networks

APRIL 20, 2021

Today at Cortex Symphony 2021 , we announced that we're bringing together our world-renowned Unit 42 threat researchers with our elite team of Crypsis security consultants to create an intelligence-driven organization that is ready for response. Mitigating Threats With Our World-Renowned Threat Researchers.

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Palo Alto Networks

JUNE 25, 2021

According to Unit 42’s 2020 Incident Response & Data Breach Report , ransomware was the most common compromise method of 2019. Ransomware Readiness Assessment [link] paloaltonetworks.com/ ransomware-readiness- assessment.

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Tenable

OCTOBER 1, 2022

30 | Are you ready for the quantum threat? The bill, whose sponsors hold leadership positions in the Senate’s Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, calls for tasking the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) with: Creating a risk framework to assess how the federal government uses OSS.

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Ivanti

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Microsoft advises it will release the additional Exchange fixes when they are ready, but does provide mitigates in a blog post. The Exchange Server update does NOT contain fixes for the zero day vulnerabilities reported on September 29, 2022 ( CVE-2022-41040 and CVE-2022-41082 ). Zero day vulnerability. Publicly disclosed vulnerabilities.

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Openxcell

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Cyberattacks, data theft, and ransomware should be fought with stronger security protocols to protect sensitive information, guarantee consumer privacy, and defend intellectual property. You can gauge their readiness and improve their awareness with simulated phishing exercises. How do I secure my application?

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Palo Alto Networks

JANUARY 14, 2022

With Unit 42, you can perform comprehensive assessments and communicate to key stakeholders the preparedness of your organization – knowing what potential threats are lurking across your environment and how ready you are to stop dangers such as ransomware. The Unit 42 Incident Response team is available 24/7/365.

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PowerSchool

AUGUST 19, 2020

For schools and districts with hosted products, vendors monitor the system backend, but you can still let them know of peak times during the day or weekend so that they can ensure the system is ready for any surges. Install end-point protection to all school devices to defend against ransomware. Assess Your Cybersecurity Readiness.

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Kaseya

MARCH 26, 2024

By limiting access and execution to only known, trusted entities, organizations can significantly reduce their exposure to malware, ransomware and other forms of cyberattacks. Compliance and audit readiness: Many industries are governed by strict regulatory requirements regarding data protection and cybersecurity.

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Tenable

JULY 7, 2023

Our findings reveal a concerning inconsistency between organizations’ level of trust in their own cybersecurity status and their readiness to achieve true cyber resilience,” reads a report summary. For more information about using generative AI securely in the workplace: “ Ready to Roll out Generative AI at Work?

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Tenable

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

They report struggling with assessing the security of third-party software libraries and the security of the interaction between app code components. government is trying to get the country ready. Ransomware attacks surged 47% in July compared with June, with the new Lockbit 3.0 Consequently, the U.S.

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The Accidental Successful CIO

JANUARY 27, 2021

However, with the rash of ransomware attacks and denial-of-service attacks that have been happening, CIOs are now being asked to help out when the company goes shopping for cyber insurance. The key is for the company to both understand and assess its level of risk. What’s The Difference Between 1st Party And 3rd Party Insurance?

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Kaseya

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

In 2020, Ryuk Ransomware operators shut down Universal Health Services by exploiting the zerologon vulnerability to gain control of domain controllers. Monitor and assess continuously. Ready to automate your patching? This vulnerability was disclosed in 2017 and found to be one of the most exploited by nation-state hackers.

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Tenable

JULY 1, 2022

All you ever wanted to know about ransomware. Smart Cybersecurity Budgeting in the Age of Ransomware ” (CPO Magazine). CISOs are more than ready. " (Protocol). 3 -- Everything you always wanted to know about ransomware but were afraid to ask. For more information: Read the blog “ Understanding the Ransomware Ecosystem ”.

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Kaseya

AUGUST 24, 2023

Will your cybersecurity setup prove resilient even in the face of a damaging cyberattack like ransomware? In today’s volatile cybersecurity environment, conducting penetration testing regularly ensures your organization and employees are ready to deal with internal and external cyber-risks if and when they show up.

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Prisma Clud

APRIL 25, 2024

State and local government agencies, schools, transportation systems and hospitals are being hit with a constant barrage of attacks through ransomware and other techniques launched by bad actors. Understanding State & Local Cloud Security Needs Cyberthreats to public sector infrastructure are proliferating at an alarming rate.

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Strategy Driven

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

Healthcare, for example, is more susceptible to crypto-locker ransomware like the infamous WannaCry. Though public companies, traditionally, may have shouldered an inordinate amount of the fallout from disclosure, this has left them better readied for the implementation of legislation designed to enforce transparency.

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CIO

AUGUST 25, 2022

Legacy data center facilities are not designed for higher-density workloads and struggle to meet cooling requirements, while in some cases the data center is not ready to accommodate modern technology platforms. Also, difficulties in managing service level agreements (SLAs) may arise.

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Palo Alto Networks

AUGUST 9, 2021

Unit 42 Ransomware Threat Report, 1H 2021 Update. The average ransomware payment climbed 82% since 2020 to a record $570,000 in the first half of 2021, as cybercriminals employed increasingly aggressive tactics to coerce organizations into paying larger ransoms. The Ransomware Trajectory. The Rise of Quadruple Extortion.

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Palo Alto Networks

JULY 13, 2021

When the REvil ransomware gang attacked Kaseya VSA and many of its customers recently, Kaseya urgently advised clients to unplug from its platform. Sounding the alarm and shutting down access to critical software in a panic is not the best way to fight the growing ransomware epidemic. The Ransomware Threat Grows. And why not?

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