Cyber Attacks
Discover expert analysis on cyber attacks with news, features and insights from the team at IT Pro.
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NCSC says ‘limited number’ of UK firms affected by SharePoint attack as global impact spreadsNews The SharePoint flaw has already had a wide impact according to reports from government security agencies
By Nicole Kobie Published
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Why new hires are your weakest link when it comes to phishing attacksNews Research from Keepnet shows new hires are far more likely to fall for phishing attacks – here's how you can improve security awareness during onboarding processes.
By Ross Kelly Published
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We need to talk about operational technologyITPro Podcast Groups like Volt Typhoon are abusing poor hygiene in critical infrastructure to pre-position for attacks
By Rory Bathgate Published
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Cyber espionage group laid low in National Guard network for nearly a yearNews The announcement marks the second major Salt Typhoon incident in the space of two years
By Ross Kelly Published
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Application layer DDoS attacks are skyrocketing – here's whyNews The industry is seen as a prime target thanks to a reliance on online services and real-time transactions
By Emma Woollacott Published
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Ingram Micro cyber attack: IT distributor says system restoration underwayNews Ingram Micro is gradually getting back on its feet after a recent cyber attack severely disrupted systems.
By Emma Woollacott Published
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M&S chair calls for mandatory reporting of cyber attacks after "traumatic" ransomware incidentNews M&S chair Archie Norman has called for mandatory reporting amid claims two large UK companies were hacked without any public knowledge.
By Nicole Kobie Published
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Zero Standing Privilege: Automating Cybersecurity Without Disrupting ProductivityWhitepaper
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Hackers are using PDFs to impersonate big brands like Microsoft and PayPal in a new threat campaignNews Hackers are increasingly using PDF attachments to impersonate major brands in phishing campaigns, according to new research from Cisco Talos.
By Emma Woollacott Published
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Everything we know about the Qantas cyber attack so farNews While details remain murky, cyber experts told ITPro the Qantas incident bears all the hallmarks of the Scattered Spider ransomware group.
By Emma Woollacott Published
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M&S aims for full online restoration within four weeks following major cyber attackNews M&S CEO Stuart Machin says the high street retailer plans to fully restore operations by August following a devastating cyber attack in April.
By Rene Millman Published
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British IT worker jailed for revenge attack on employer that caused a “ripple effect of disruption” for colleagues and customersNews West Yorkshire man Mohammed Umar Taj was suspended from his job in Huddersfield in July 2022, and began taking revenge within hours.
By Emma Woollacott Published
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