Cyber Defense Advisors

Month: December 2023

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  • December 19, 2023

Behind the Scenes of Matveev’s Ransomware Empire: Tactics and Team

Cybersecurity researchers have shed light on the inner workings of the ransomware operation led by Mikhail Pavlovich Matveev, a Russian national who was indicted by the U.S. government earlier this year for his alleged role in launching thousands of attacks across the world. Matveev, who resides in Saint Petersburg and is known by the aliases […]

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vCIO: Strategic Decision-Making in a Data-Driven Enterprise

vCIO: Strategic Decision-Making in a Data-Driven Enterprise In an era where data reigns supreme, businesses are constantly seeking innovative ways to leverage information for strategic decision-making. One such innovation that has gained prominence in recent years is the concept of the Virtual Chief Information Officer, or vCIO. This role has become increasingly vital in guiding […]

Virtual Chief Information Officer (vCIO)

Unlocking Security: How CJIS Compliance Safeguards Your Company

Unlocking Security: How CJIS Compliance Safeguards Your Company In an era where data breaches and cyberattacks have become alarmingly common, safeguarding sensitive information is paramount for businesses of all sizes. The Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Compliance Program has emerged as a crucial framework for enhancing data security and protecting sensitive information. In this article, […]

CJIS Compliance

Under the Cyber Umbrella: Assessing and Enhancing Cyber Insurance Readiness

Under the Cyber Umbrella: Assessing and Enhancing Cyber Insurance Readiness In an increasingly interconnected world, where businesses rely heavily on digital technologies and data, the threat of cyberattacks looms large. These attacks can range from phishing scams to sophisticated ransomware attacks, causing not only financial losses but also reputational damage. In response to this growing […]

Cyber Insurance Readiness Assessment

How Regulatory Compliance Assessments Bolster Your Company’s Security

How Regulatory Compliance Assessments Bolster Your Company’s Security In an ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats and data breaches, businesses must adopt a proactive approach to safeguard their sensitive information and maintain the trust of their customers. Regulatory compliance assessments have emerged as invaluable tools in this endeavor, providing companies with a structured framework to evaluate […]

Regulatory Compliance Assessments

Enhancing Cybersecurity: The Role of Cyber Insurance Readiness Assessments

Enhancing Cybersecurity: The Role of Cyber Insurance Readiness Assessments In an era where digitalization has become synonymous with business operations, the importance of cybersecurity cannot be overstated. As companies increasingly rely on digital platforms and data, they become more vulnerable to cyber threats. The consequences of a cyberattack can be financially devastating and harm a […]

Cyber Insurance Readiness Assessment
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  • December 19, 2023

Sharing stories on the CyberTuesday podcast

Episode 21 | Cyber Stories with Graham Cluley Watch this video on YouTube Thanks to Simon Whittaker, and the rest of the team at Vertical Structure, for inviting me onto the “CyberTuesday” show to share some opinions and stories from the world of cybersecurity. I couldn’t resist also breaking into my Jason Statham impression at […]

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  • December 19, 2023

Hackers Abusing GitHub to Evade Detection and Control Compromised Hosts

Threat actors are increasingly making use of GitHub for malicious purposes through novel methods, including abusing secret Gists and issuing malicious commands via git commit messages. “Malware authors occasionally place their samples in services like Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, and Discord to host second stage malware and sidestep detection tools,” ReversingLabs researcher Karlo Zanki said […]

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  • December 19, 2023

OpenAI Is Not Training on Your Dropbox Documents—Today

There’s a rumor flying around the Internet that OpenAI is training foundation models on your Dropbox documents. Here’s CNBC. Here’s Boing Boing. Some articles are more nuanced, but there’s still a lot of confusion. It seems not to be true. Dropbox isn’t sharing all of your documents with OpenAI. But here’s the problem: we don’t […]

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