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Corporate America in dire need of cybersecurity help to fight attacks
Companies in the United States are in desperate need of cybersecurity defense as the number of cyberattacks mounts.
Researchers stumble across Arab-speaking cybercriminal group
A largely unnoticed cyberwar is brewing, and security researchers are finding more Arab-speaking hackers.
Government: Japan endured 25 billion cyberattacks in 2014 alone
The Japanese government, companies and users endured 25 billion cyberattacks in 2014 alone.
Data breaches leading to more cyberattack insurance adoption
Growing number of devastating data breaches leads to faster adoption of cyberattack insurance.
Closer look at North Korea's cyber army tasked with cyberespionage
Cyberespionage is a major threat, and North Korea has quietly built a digital army tasked with attacking the United States, South Korea, and other targets.
US government greatly concerned of insider threat attacks
US government has to address number of different cybersecurity issues, with focus on trying to limit insider threats.
Recent data breaches forcing companies to rethink cybersecurity fight
Even though some companies are improving cybersecurity, they must find newer and more innovative ways to fight cyberattacks.
Companies must expect cybersecurity attacks, prepare for problems
Enterprise companies and healthcare companies must expect cyberattacks, and prepare the best they can for these issues.
Nexusguard: Expect DDoS cyberattacks aimed at the Internet of Things
The Internet of Things (IoT) sector is growing, but so will cyberattacks aimed for the surprisingly soft target.
Visa will use smartphone tracking that will help clamp down on fraud
To help fight fraud, Visa will create program that allows the company to track smartphone locations.
Cybercriminals want to compromise your identity, steal personal data
Cybercriminals are shifting their tactics, and want to steal your entire identity, and not just payment information.
Anthem breach could help create focus on cybersecurity for insurers
Insurance companies and other medical firms should focus on cybersecurity, while learning from Anthem's recent data breach.
Will 2015 be the 'year of the healthcare hack' wonder security pros
Following the massive breach suffered by Anthem, cybersecurity experts wonder if 2015 will be the year of the healthcare hack.
Nation states launching cyberespionage attacks becoming normal
National governments attacking one another in the digital world is becoming more common, as cyberespionage campaigns are becoming increasingly normal.
Companies should focus on neutralizing hackers once they are inside
Cybersecurity experts warn companies should have new security strategies, including when their networks are breached.
United States creates cybersecurity center to help study cyber threats
The United States wants to streamline cyber-related issues with its new cybersecurity center.
Chipotle apologizes after cyberattack leaves Twitter page defaced
Chipotle is embarrassed after its Twitter page was compromised and crude comments were posted.
New York plans to conduct cybersecurity audits of insurers
New York wants to be more proactive in regards to cybersecurity, conducting audits of insurers operating in the state.
Expert: Trying to keep companies, data secure from cyberattack is hard
Trying to keep users and companies safe from cyberattacks proving difficult, and more data breaches are likely.
Pres. Obama wants $14 billion to boost nation's cybersecurity defenses
President Obama is seeking upwards of $14 billion to help boost the country's cybersecurity infrastructure.
4 basic tips to stay one step ahead of cyber thieves, ABA says
The American Bankers Association (ABA) releases four basic tips to stay more secure online
Israeli cybersecurity expert says business leaders need more knowledge
To better understand cybersecurity threats, business leaders must become more computer literate, Israeli security expert notes.
Dennis Rodman doesn't believe his friends in Pyongyang hacked Sony
Dennis Rodman doesn't believe North Korea is responsible for the Sony Pictures data breach.
Companies must 'update their security' plans to improve security
Companies must be ready for a number of cyberattack scenarios, including if a breach does occur.
Researchers: Gas station fuel tanks are vulnerable to potential attack
Uh-oh... it appears hackers are now looking to compromise fuel tank gauges.
Nonprofit groups must be aware of ransomware attacks, as threats rise
Nonprofits are at risk of malware and ransomware attacks, and need to be vigilant to identify and avoid these threats.
Blame IoT, data breaches will be worse in 2015 than last year
Blame the Internet of Things (IoT), because as more devices connect to the Internet, the more commonplace data breaches will be.
SPE computers still not functioning normally after data breach
Sony is still struggling following its data breach in late 2014, as its computer systems are still not functioning normally.
Cybersecurity a 'daunting operational challenge' for companies
Cybersecurity is a major problem for companies, and they have a lot of hurdles to overcome for success.
Rising demand for cybersecurity to prevent insider threats
Government contractor General Dynamics has seen an increase in cybersecurity to help defend against insider threats.
Pentagon says its US F-35 fighter jet information secure
The Pentagon said classified data regarding its F-35 jet fighter remains secure.
Study: More than half or companies increased security budget by 34%
Cybersecurity experts claim 2014 was the year of the data breach, but despite increased awareness and more spending, major breaches should continue in 2015.
Report: Nearly all US weapons systems in 2014 faced security issues
Almost all weapons systems tested by the US military in 2014 faced "significant vulnerabilities" from cyberattacks.
John McAfee says North Korea isn't responsible for SPE data breach
John McAfee says North Korea isn't behind cyberattack against Sony Pictures, but won't name names.
JPMorgan Chase asked to turn over data regarding cybersecurity hack
US states ask JPMorgan Chase to turn over data regarding its hack, as numerous investigations underway.
Malicious and accidental insider threats pose cybersecurity challenge
Insider threats aren't going away, and it doesn't matter if they are accidental incidents or planned attacks
Companies must invest in cyber readiness as attacks increase
Despite numerous high-profile cybersecurity breaches, companies still not taking cyber readiness as seriously as they should
US says it didn't attack North Korea, and Pyongyang's security is poor
The US denies it crippled the North Korean Internet infrastructure, but it can happen again, as security is rather dismal.
Security expert: Beef up security and avoid retaliatory cyberattacks
Cybersecurity expert recommends companies avoid a slippery-slope, and improve security rather than try to retaliate against criminals
Lynton: Cost of data breach 'far less' than published estimates
Sony Pictures is on the road to recovery, and cost of data breach is less than published estimates, Sony Pictures' CEO says.
Michael Lynton says Sony Pictures had no 'playbook' for cyberattack
Sony Pictures is still trying to recover from the GOP data breach that took place before Thanksgiving, and it remains a bump road.
Cybersecurity experts urge companies not to try to hack back
Companies may think about hacking back against cybercriminals, but is a slippery slope, according to cybersecurity experts.
Sony CEO doesn't think cyberattack will cause 'upheaval' for company
Speaking during CES 2015, Sony CEO Kazuo Hirai reported being a glass half-full kind of person, saying he doesn't expect an 'upheaval' from Hollywood.
'The Interview' still enjoys online success, racking up rentals, sales
"The Interview" may not have been a theater box office hit, but continues to rack up sales and rentals online.
Defector: North Korea's Bureau 121 actually located in Shenyang, China
Defector from North Korea says country's elite Bureau 121 hacking operation actually physically located in China.
Morgan Stanley employee stole data on 350,000 of the firm's clients
Fired employee from Morgan Stanley for making off with data on 350,000 clients.
Sony CEO Kazuo Hirai blasts 'malicious' cyberattack against company
Sony CEO Kazuo Hirai condemns cyberattack that brought down Sony Pictures in late 2014.
Bitcoin exchange BitStamp hit by hackers, crooks make off with $5M
Ouch! Hackers stole $5 million from the BitStamp bitcoin exchange.
IBM: Overall cyberattacks against retailers dropped, 61M records taken
The number of cyberattacks against retailers dropped in 2014, but millions of records still were compromised in high-profile data breaches.
It's possible hackers still have access and control to SPE computers
It's possible the Guardians of Peace, the group that claimed responsibility for dropping Sony Pictures, still has access to SPE computers.