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Cyber threats aren’t going away, and CISOs know prevention isn’t enough. Being ready to respond is just as important. Cyber crisis simulations offer a way to test that readiness. They let teams walk through real-world scenarios in a controlled setting,… Continue reading Why CISOs are doubling down on cyber crisis simulations
In 56% of Sophos managed detection and response (MDR) and incident response (IR) cases, attackers gained initial access to networks by exploiting external remote services, including edge devices such as firewalls and VPNs, and by leveraging valid accou… Continue reading Cybercriminals exfiltrate data in just three days
In this Help Net Security interview, Chester Wisniewski, Director and Global Field CISO at Sophos, discusses the shifting ransomware landscape, the risks posed by quantum decryption threats, and the role of vendor security validation. Wisniewski notes … Continue reading Mastering the cybersecurity tightrope of protection, detection, and response
In a signal move for the cybersecurity sector, identity and access management (IAM) vendor SailPoint has made its return to public markets.
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Most IT leaders believe generative AI will increase the cost of their security tools, according to Sophos research. But, by the looks of cyber crime forums, hackers are barely using AI. Continue reading IT Teams Worry About Increasing Cost of Cyber Tools From AI Features, While Criminals Barely Use Them
Sophos has completed its acquisition of managed cyber security services provider Secureworks. Continue reading Sophos Acquires Secureworks for $859 Million
Sophos has completed its $859 million all-cash acquisition of SecureWorks.
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A researcher at Sophos told CyberScoop that the company observed these tactics being used against multiple individuals and at least 15 organizations.
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The “email bombing + posing as tech support via Microsoft Teams” combination is proving fruitful for two threat actors looking to deliver ransomware to organizations, and they seem to be ramping up their efforts. “Sophos MDR has obser… Continue reading Ransomware attackers are “vishing” organizations via Microsoft Teams
In 2024, ransomware remained the top cybersecurity threat to organizations worldwide. New groups filled the void left by law enforcement crackdowns, targeting businesses with record-breaking ransom demands and sophisticated tactics. In this article, yo… Continue reading Ransomware in 2024: New players, bigger payouts, and smarter tactics