Cyber Security Articles & News

Global Ransomware Damage Costs Predicted to Exceed Five Billion Dollars in 2017

Ransomware damage costs up 15X in two years, expected to worsen; Ransomware is growing at a yearly rate of 350 percent

WATCH: Bitcoin isn’t 100 percent secure — here’s how to further hide your purchases

Bitcoin is a cryptocurrency that can help protect your identity when making purchases online. But it's not foolproof. Kevin Mitnick, one of the world's most famous hackers and author of the book "The Art of Invisibility," offers some tips that will help you remain anonymous.

Legendary “most wanted” hacker reveals the latest cybercrime schemes

Renowned hacker and former FBI fugitive Kevin Mitnick brought his hands-on, demonstration-filled presentation on hacking to a packed lunch-hour crowd at the RBC Convention Centre Winnipeg on May 16, 2017, as part of the Western Canada Information Security Conference.

Here’s why regular people should be terrified about the malware attack that is spreading across the globe

Stay informed to protect yourself from ransomware attacks.

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WATCH: Record High 15.4 Million Victims Lost $16 Billion In Identity Fraud Incidents Last Year

VIDEW - Your personal information is not safe.

That’s the conclusion of a study from Javelin Strategy and Research that highlighted the prevalence of cyberattacks in 2016.

Cyber criminals profiting from business complacency

SMEs are being urged to boost security, with the government figures showing they are the most frequently targeted type of business – but the least likely to take the threat seriously.

SEE LIVE: World’s Most Famous Hacker Kevin Mitnick to Open Cyber Investing Summit

Mitnick to Put His Legendary Hacking Skills on Display at 2nd Annual Cyber Investing Summit May 23, 2017 at the New York Stock Exchange

SEE LIVE: Kevin Mitnick performs hacking tricks, live on Wall Street

Cybersecurity magic show comes to the New York Stock Exchange

The second annual Cyber Investing Summit, held on Wall Street at the New York Stock Exchange, announced that Kevin Mitnick, the world's most famous hacker, will be its opening act on May 23, 2017.

EVENT REVIEW: IP EXPO Manchester Heralds “Best Ever” Year

Designed to show businesses how the latest IT innovations can drive their firm forward, the event welcomed more than 6,000 visitors to Manchester Central