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 February 18, 2021
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100+ Financial Services Firms Targeted in Ransom DDoS Attacks in 2020
Consumer banks, exchanges, payment firms, and card issuing companies around the globe were among those hit.
Compromised Credentials Show That Abuse Happens in Multiple Phases
The third stage, when threat actors rush to use stolen usernames and password pairs in credential-stuffing attacks, is the most damaging for organizations, F5 says.
Egregor Arrests a Blow, But Ransomware Will Likely Bounce Back
Similar to previous ransomware takedowns, this disruption to the ransomware-as-a-service model will likely be short-lived, security experts say.
Enterprise Windows Threats Drop as Mac Attacks Rise: Report
An analysis of 2020 malware activity indicates businesses should be worried about internal hack tools, ransomware, and spyware in the year ahead.
Black History Month 2021: Time to Talk Diversity and Cybersecurity
In an industry that consistently needs new ideas, it's essential to have individuals who think, speak, and act in diverse ways.
Malware Exploits Security Teams' Greatest Weakness: Poor Relationships With Employees
Users' distrust of corporate security teams is exposing businesses to unnecessary vulnerabilities.
You've Got Cloud Security All Wrong: Managing Identity in a Cloud World
In a hybrid and multicloud world, identity is the new perimeter and a critical attack surface for bad actors.
4 Predictions for the Future of Privacy
Use these predictions to avoid pushback, find opportunity, and create value for your organization.
Kia Faces $20M DoppelPaymer Ransomware Attack
Kia Motors America this week experienced a nationwide IT outage; now, reports indicate the company was hit with ransomware.
White House Says 100 Private Sector Orgs Hit in SolarWinds Campaign
Anne Neuberger, a top Biden cybersecurity official, provided an update on the government's investigation into the massive breach.
Palo Alto Networks Plans to Acquire Cloud Security Firm
Most of Fortune 100 firms have used Bridgecrew's service in their application development processes.
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Water Utility Hack Could Inspire More Intruders
If past cyberattacks are any indication, success begets imitation. In the wake of last week's hack of Florida water utility, other water utilities and users of remote desktop software would be wise to shore up defenses, experts say.

US Unseals Indictments Against North Korean Cyberattackers for Thefts Totaling $1.3B
FBI, CISA, and Treasury Department also release details about North Korean malware used in cryptocurrency thefts since 2018.

Ransomware Attackers Set Their Sights on SaaS
Ransomware has begun to target data-heavy SaaS applications, open source, and Web and application frameworks.

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EDITORS' CHOICE

7 Things We Know So Far About the SolarWinds Attacks
Two months after the news first broke, many questions remain about the sophisticated cyber-espionage campaign.

Name That Toon: Gather 'Round the Campfire

We didn't start the fire, but we're sure it'll spark some ideas for our February cartoon caption contest.


How to Submit a Column to Dark Reading
Have a new idea, a lesson learned, or a call to action for your fellow cybersecurity professionals? Here's how to submit your Commentary pieces to Dark Reading.
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With the pandemic as a backdrop, cybercriminals have recognized an unprecedented opportunity to steer billions of dollars in unemployment claims into the own accounts.
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