By: Casey Allen with Concentric Where there is commerce, thar be pirates! The techniques, tactics, and procedures of modern-day pirates have expanded significantly since the Lukkan buccaneers first raided Cyprus back in the 14th century. The practice of maritime piracy is still alive and well, but as technology has advanced from bronze to blockchain the […]
Posts tagged with "Ransomware"
Concentric Q×A
In the current age of digital technology, car owners are being forced to consider their vehicle’s susceptibility to ransomware attacks. These malicious cyber-attacks can expose your personal data to online hackers. However, there are certain measures that car owners can take to help prevent security breaches. Proactive car owners are utilizing services like Concentric to […]
In 2020 Number of Vulnerabilities in Microsoft Products Exceeded 1,000 for the First Time
Microsoft products are used by billions of people worldwide. Historically, however, they are known to have many vulnerabilities that pose security risks to users of the software. According to data presented by the Atlas VPN team, the total number of vulnerabilities in Microsoft products reached 1,268 in 2020—an increase of 181% in five years. Windows […]
Amazon × MGM Studios Merger
Amazon announced that it will be acquiring MGM Studios for $8.45 billion, in an effort to bolster the already growing Amazon studios and making it the second largest acquisition on Amazon’s part, following its $13.7 purchase of Whole Foods in 2017. According to cybersecurity expert Mark Stamford, CEO of OccamSec, a deal of this scale will require a […]
India, Austria, and US Most Hit with Ransomware
Ransomware attacks are one of the leading cyber threats that organizations have to face. According to the data presented by the Atlas VPN team, organizations in India, Austria, and the United States are among the most hit with ransomware attacks. To compare, more than 50% of companies in the mentioned countries experienced such attacks in […]
Luxottica Hacked
By Justin Lyons According to Italian press sources, Luxottica was the victim of a cyberattack Saturday. Luxottica owns eyewear brands like Oakley, Ray-Ban, Coach, Chanel and Versace as well as retail brands like LensCrafters, Sunglass Hut and Target Optical. It is the largest eyewear company in the world with more than 80,000 employees. SecurityOpenLab, an […]