In 2025, digital forensics stands at the intersection of rapid technological innovation, increasingly sophisticated cyber threats, and the ever-expanding volume of digital data. The role of the Chief Security Officer (CSO) has never been more critical in leading effective digital investigations. As organizations rely more on cloud computing, mobile devices, and interconnected systems, the complexity […]
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The volume of infostealer malware distributed through phishing emails has surged by 84% week-on-week in 2024, according to the latest IBM X-Force report. This sharp increase not only signals a shift in attack strategies but also underscores the growing sophistication of cyber adversaries employing new tactics to compromise data security. Phishing as a Shadow Vector […]
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A division of Palo Alto Networks, have revealed a sophisticated scheme by North Korean IT workers to infiltrate organizations globally using real-time deepfake technology. This operation, which has raised critical security, legal, and compliance issues, involves creating synthetic identities for multiple job interviews, allowing a single operator to pretend to be different candidates. The method, […]
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Web-based attacks remain one of the most persistent threats to modern organizations, targeting everything from web applications and APIs to user email inboxes. Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) platforms have emerged as essential tools for automating the detection, investigation, and response to these threats. The power of SOAR lies in its ability to standardize […]
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Cybersecurity experts have observed an alarming increase in the use of SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics) files for phishing attacks. These attacks leverage the versatility of SVG format, which allows embedding of HTML and JavaScript code within what appears to be an innocuous image file. An Evolution in Phishing Tactics Phishing attackers have long used HTML […]
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DNS tunneling is a covert technique that cybercriminals use to bypass traditional network security measures and exfiltrate data or establish command and control channels within an organization. By leveraging the essential and often trusted Domain Name System (DNS) protocol, attackers can mask malicious activity as legitimate DNS traffic, making detection particularly challenging. This article delves […]
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In today’s cybersecurity landscape, organizations face increasingly sophisticated attacks from adversaries ranging from opportunistic hackers to state-sponsored threat actors. With a significant percentage of organizations having experienced an exploit or breach, security leaders must adopt proactive approaches to identify vulnerabilities and detect hidden threats. Penetration testing and threat hunting represent two complementary strategies that, when […]
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The Akira ransomware group has intensified its operations, targeting over 350 organizations and claiming approximately $42 million USD in ransom proceeds by the beginning of 2024. This sophisticated cybercriminal entity has been deploying a strategy known as “double extortion,” where data is encrypted and simultaneously stolen, with threats to leak the information unless a ransom […]
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