Threat Management

AI/ML

LLM attacks take just 42 seconds on average, 20% of jailbreaks succeed

Successful LLM attacks result in sensitive data leakage 90% of the time, a Pillar Security study found.

Ransomware

Ransomware double-extortion group listings peaked in 2024, report finds

The ransomware ecosystem continues to fragment, with 31 new “name-and-shame” groups emerging in a year’s time.

Ransomware

MedusaLocker ransomware variant paired with ‘paid_memes’ toolkit

The “BabyLockerKZ” variant has been in use by an unnamed threat actor since late 2023.

Russian hack attack concept, on the computer keyboard. 3D rendering

Network Security

DOJ, Microsoft take down 107 Russian-backed Star Blizzard domains

Security pros says while Star Blizzard will most likely regroup, it does degrade their operations and gives defenders some time to deploy AI-powered tools.

Computer keyboard, close-up button of the flag of North Korea.

Ransomware

North Korean’s Stonefly shifts from espionage to ransomware, extortion

While it not has been successful on its first wave of attacks, security pros warn that Stonefly intends to extort U.S. companies via ransomware.

Threat Management

What are your pet peeves when it comes to tool selection? – Timothy Ball – CSP #194

Hear from expert TimBall, CISO for NGO-ISAC, on his experiences in the industry and how he advises his members on finding the right tool. Especially when it comes to making sure the tool isn’t a ‘shiny object’ purchase but actually addressing your organizations underlying issues and bringing value! Bonus, let’s talk about election security! Segme...