Cyberattack

In computers and computer networks an attack is any attempt to expose, alter, disable, destroy, steal or gain unauthorized access to or make unauthorized use of an asset.

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Black Hat: Cybersecurity Is More Than A Tech Problem

Black Hat: Cybersecurity Is More Than A Tech Problem
Black Hat: Cybersecurity Is More Than A Tech Problem
June 26, 2018  |  Security & Fraud

Cybersecurity was once seen as purely a matter of technology, but more and more, security experts are bundling issues such as personal privacy, politics, business,...

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38 Percent Of Local Governments Vulnerable To Cyberattacks
38 Percent Of Local Governments Vulnerable To Cyberattacks
June 25, 2018  |  Security & Fraud

New research shows that 38 percent of public-sector entities will suffer a ransomware attack this year, up from 31 percent last year and 13 percent...

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FIs Facing $100B A Year In Cyberattack Losses
FIs Facing $100B A Year In Cyberattack Losses
June 25, 2018  |  Security & Fraud

The impact from a cyberattack on financial institutions (FIs) could reach as high as a few hundred billion dollars annually, chipping away at profits and...

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Liberty CEO: Customers Untouched By Recent Cyberattack
Liberty CEO: Customers Untouched By Recent Cyberattack
June 18, 2018  |  Safety and Security

Liberty Holdings’ CEO said its customers have not suffered any financial losses so far after the company was hit with a cyberattack over the weekend....

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World Cup Threatened With Possible Cyberattack
World Cup Threatened With Possible Cyberattack
June 14, 2018  |  Security & Fraud

Based on a survey of security professionals who attended Infosecurity Europe 2018, the majority expect a cybeattack at this year’s World Cup, which kicks off Thursday...

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South Korean Cryptocurrency Exchange Hack Sends Price Of Bitcoin Lower
South Korean Cryptocurrency Exchange Hack Sends Price Of Bitcoin Lower
June 11, 2018  |  Bitcoin

Coinrail, a small South Korean cryptocurrency exchange that disclosed over the weekend it was hacked, sent the price of bitcoin lower. Get the Full Story...

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The Importance Of Cyber War Games For Digital Businesses
The Importance Of Cyber War Games For Digital Businesses
June 08, 2018  |  Fraud Prevention

Sun Tzu might approve. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

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AIG: WannaCry, Data Breaches Made 2017 Worst Year Yet
AIG: WannaCry, Data Breaches Made 2017 Worst Year Yet
June 04, 2018  |  Security & Fraud

Following a series of sophisticated cyberattacks, such as WannaCry and NotPetya, AIG received a surge of cyber claims in 2017: The insurer saw as many...

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Mexican Banking Exec Still Worried About Cyberattacks
Mexican Banking Exec Still Worried About Cyberattacks
May 31, 2018  |  Fraud Attack

The immediate danger has passed – but the threat is still there. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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