Tag: cybersecurity
IoT cyber attacks double to 1.5 billion in first half of 2021
During the first six months of 2021, Kaspersky honeypots – software that imitates a vulnerable device – have detected more than 1.5 billion attacks against IoT (Internet of Things) devices. This was twice as much as the previous half-year. IoT devices such as smartwatches, door locks, fitness trackers, and many others are everywhere. According to IoT…
Cyber breach one of biggest business risks in 2021
Over the years, cyber-attacks and data breaches have become one of the biggest risks in the business sector, compromising sensitive data and causing a massive financial hit to companies and organizations worldwide. According to data presented by BuyShares.co.uk, more than 40% of companies feel threatened by cyber incidents and find it the most concerning business risk…
How Can Your Business Benefit from Veeam Object Lock?
Anyone who owns or runs a business wants to ensure that it is properly protected, and this includes a range of protective measures ranging from security for the premises to safeguarding digital data. When it comes to the latter, putting the right protective measures in place is crucial given the reliance of most businesses on…
Fingerprint Biometrics Market to Reach $8.5B by 2026
Recent market research from Imarc has suggested that fingerprint biometrics are on target to enjoy a 14.64% CAGR until 2026. On current trends, this would mean a total market value of $8.5 billion in just five more years, a massive expansion on current biometric performance. Though industry spectators have determined this growth will be limited…
Brits take cybersecurity more seriously at home than on the move
Young workers are tired of home working – and their careers are taking the hit. Meanwhile, Chancellor Rishi Sunak has urged young professionals to return to the office if they want to progress in their early careers, as it’s impossible to forge develop working networks and relationships via Zoom. It’s likely that we’ll see…
Over 300 million ransomware attacks recorded in first half of 2021, claims study
In the first half of 2021, ransomware attacks skyrocketed, eclipsing the entire volume for 2020 in only six months, according to the mid-year update to the 2021 SonicWall Cyber Threat Report published today. With high-profile attacks against established technology and infrastructure, ransomware is now more prevalent than ever. Through the first half of 2021, SonicWall recorded…
Just 5% of Brits trust tech firms with data, claims study
In modern society, many of us find ourselves giving more and more of our personal data to better experience and use products/services provided by a range of industries. One of those key industries is the tech sector. Interested in data protection, MoneyTransfers.com analysed the latest data from YouGov, to establish which countries in the world…
Portugal is Europe’s most ‘cybersafe’ country. UK is 16th
Cybersecurity firm ESET has released The European Cybersecurity Index, an in-depth study revealing the countries in Europe with the best and worst levels of online safety. The study looked at seven cybersecurity factors, producing a score out of ten for 24 European countries, showing that Portugal is the best for cybersecurity, while Romania is the…
How A Specialized Tool Can Help Developers Strengthen Cybersecurity
Every day, an astronomical amount of data floods the tech world. Along with data collection and storing, data protection becomes a crucial aspect too. That is why the term “Cybersecurity” has gained prominence in recent times. The duty of data protection falls on developers too. Developers need to protect the internal data and stop them…
Over half of businesses now have policy on ransomware attacks, claims study
New research by Databarracks has revealed 54% of businesses now have a defined policy in place to deal with ransomware attacks – whether this means paying a ransom, relying on insurance policies or refusing to pay at all. The findings are from Databarracks’ 2021 Data Health Check, launching today. Running since 2008, the annual report surveys over 400 IT…