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Cyber Attack on British Co-Operative Group
- The Co-Operative Group, known as Co-Op, confirmed a recent cyber attack on its systems, which was contained to a limited number of servers.
- Marks & Spencer also fell victim to a ransomware attack by a sophisticated cybercrime group, raising concerns about the growing threat of ransomware attacks.
- Ransomware attacks, like the recent incidents, highlight the importance of businesses reassessing their cybersecurity strategies and adopting proactive measures.
- To combat ransomware threats, businesses should implement comprehensive business continuity plans, update systems regularly, educate employees on identifying phishing scams, and invest in cybersecurity technologies.
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How ‘native English’ Scattered Spider group linked to M&S attack operate
- Scattered Spider, linked to cyber-attack on UK retailer Marks & Spencer, is distinctive for comprising native English speakers.
- They employ social engineering tactics, such as impersonating employees or IT help desks, due to their perceived trustworthiness.
- US DoJ charged five individuals, mostly in their 20s, including a 23-year-old Scottish man, for phishing attacks and stealing sensitive data.
- Scattered Spider operates as an umbrella term for a loosely connected online community engaging in various criminal activities.
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Security DataANGLE: ETR data shows posture management rising in strategic importance
- Posture management is gaining importance in cybersecurity as organizations seek unified risk visibility across digital environments.
- Security teams are using posture management to assess exposure and coordinate defenses in real-time, moving away from siloed monitoring.
- Vendors are integrating posture management into broader platforms to enhance visibility and control for improved cyber resilience.
- Data fragmentation remains a challenge, as full integration across systems is needed for effective posture management in the cybersecurity landscape.
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Simplicity and trust fortify modern cybersecurity with AI in play
- Transparent cybersecurity is a crucial focus due to expanding attack surfaces, AI threats, and complex tech stacks.
- At the RSAC Conference, the emphasis was on the necessity of security strategies built on transparency, process discipline, and actionable data.
- Mike Nichols, VP of Product Management at Elasticsearch B.V., highlighted the importance of investing in processes and training for security teams.
- Elastic's Automatic Migration capability, powered by AI, helps in translating old SIM content into Elastic's framework with transparency and explanation of changes.
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How NinjaOne is rethinking vulnerability management in an AI-driven threat landscape
- Vulnerability management is becoming a strategic imperative in the AI-driven cyber threat landscape.
- Generative AI is increasing the sophistication of phishing campaigns, requiring organizations to reassess risk management and data protection.
- NinjaOne's Chief Trust Officer, Mike Arrowsmith, discusses the impact of AI on cybersecurity at the RSAC 2025 Conference.
- NinjaOne introduces 'patch sentiment' to help organizations prioritize patches based on real-world effects, emphasizing trust, data visibility, and incident response strategies.
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Link11 Brings Three Brands Together On One Platform With New Branding
- Link11 has integrated DOSarrest and Reblaze to become a leading provider of network security, web application security, and application performance in Europe with a new brand identity.
- The new Link11 WAAP platform offers comprehensive DDoS protection, ML-based adaptive security, and API protection for secure web interactions.
- Link11 sets new standards in DDoS attack protection using proprietary AI-based technology and a sovereign cloud infrastructure, allowing real-time protection and learning from attacks.
- European companies are encouraged to rely on EU-based DDoS protection providers like Link11 to enhance cybersecurity resilience and reduce dependence on external solutions.
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Co-op IT System Partly Shutdown After Hack Attempt – Report
- A cyber incident at the Co-op led to a partial shutdown of its IT systems, affecting services such as stock monitoring and remote access for some employees.
- Security measures were implemented after attempts to gain unauthorized access, impacting back-office and call center services.
- Despite the disruption, Co-op assured that stores and services like home deliveries and funeral homes are operating as usual.
- This incident adds to the series of cyber attacks within the UK retail sector, with retailers like M&S, Morrisons, Tesco, and WH Smith facing cybersecurity challenges in recent years.
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Cybersecurity Experts Urge Trump To Halt “Political Persecution” Of Chris Krebs
- 40 cybersecurity professionals, academics, and public figures have written an open letter urging the Trump Administration to stop its 'political persecution' of Chris Krebs.
- Chris Krebs, the former head of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), faced repercussions from the Trump Administration after disputing claims of massive voter fraud in the 2020 Presidential election.
- The open letter, signed by cybersecurity experts and organizations, condemns the targeting of Chris Krebs and calls for the reinstatement of security clearances for SentinelOne employees as well as the rescinding of the Department of Justice investigation.
- The letter denounces the executive order against Krebs as retaliation for his efforts to safeguard the democratic process and highlights Trump's refusal to acknowledge the security of the 2020 election.
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TheCUBE’s day two analysis from RSAC: AI cybersecurity tools spark urgent debate over defense strategies
- AI cybersecurity tools are reshaping defense strategies as they introduce new risks and enhance digital defenses, emphasizing the importance of human expertise alongside automation.
- The dual role of AI in empowering security teams and threat actors is forcing organizations to reconsider traditional strategies in the face of evolving cyber threats.
- Despite the advantages AI offers in terms of faster and proactive defense, the human element remains crucial for critical thinking and nuanced decision-making in cybersecurity.
- Platform consolidation is becoming popular among organizations, but a mix of tailored solutions is still essential, especially for large enterprises managing complex legacy systems.
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UK retail giant Co-op warns of disruption as it battles cyberattack
- The Co-operative Group, a U.K. retail conglomerate, has shut down some IT systems due to an attempted cyberattack.
- The company faced attempts by hackers to break into its systems, leading to back office and call center disruptions.
- It is not clear if the cyberattack attempts were successful, but The Co-op's stores are operating normally for customers.
- The Co-op has not disclosed the specific nature of the incident or if it has reported it to the U.K.'s data protection regulator yet, but is working with the National Cyber Security Centre.
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Co-op forced to shut down part of IT system after hack attempt
- Co-op shut down parts of its IT system after detecting an attempted hack, following similar incident at Marks & Spencer.
- Measures were taken to keep systems safe, resulting in shutdown of some business services including those for stores and legal services.
- Despite the measures, all Co-op stores, funeral parlours, and services are operating as usual without asking customers to change any behavior.
- The attempt comes as businesses like Co-op increasingly use technology to reduce costs and tackle issues like shoplifting, amidst rising cyber-attack incidents across the industry.
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Enhancements for Broadcom’s vDefend address integrated security and simplicity for threat protection
- Broadcom Inc. has deployed enhancements for VMware vDefend to strengthen integrated security and scale protection across application environments.
- The latest solutions make life easier for security practitioners and DevOps staff in dealing with advanced threats.
- The enhancements include a Security Segmentation Assessment and Report, real-time insight for integrated security, and micro-segmentation as code.
- These updates aim to provide visibility, operational insight, and easier deployment of security firewalls, meeting the needs of developers and security teams.
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Cybersecurity talent gap becomes a critical battleground for enterprise resilience
- Enterprises are reevaluating how they attract and develop cybersecurity professionals due to the talent gap and increasing cyber threats.
- Organizations are exploring unconventional talent pools like gamers to address critical workforce shortages in cybersecurity.
- The focus is on innovative workforce strategies and leveraging AI-powered defenses to enhance resilience.
- Matt Radolec from Varonis Systems emphasizes the importance of addressing cybersecurity talent through gamification and community-building.
- Gamers are seen as an untapped talent pool for cybersecurity due to their strategic mindset, adaptability, and collaboration skills.
- Radolec highlights the need for companies to implement game-style career development to nurture cybersecurity leaders.
- Preventing insider-driven attacks, controlling cloud costs, and defending against AI threats are key priorities for security leaders.
- Investing in both human and technological defenses is crucial to combat evolving cyber threats effectively.
- The shift towards exploiting stolen credentials over complex breaches poses a significant cyber threat.
- The focus is on developing holistic defense strategies that cover both human behaviors and technological vulnerabilities.
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SecAI Debuts At RSA 2025, Redefining Threat Investigation With AI
- SecAI, an AI-enriched threat intelligence company, debuted at RSA Conference 2025 in San Francisco.
- SecAI showcased the updated version of its platform, SecAI Investigator, designed to enhance threat investigation by combining curated threat intelligence and an AI-native architecture.
- The goal is to accelerate investigations, reshape cyber defense, and provide security teams with superhuman capabilities.
- SecAI plans to introduce API and threat intelligence feed integrations, enabling real-time enrichment and scaling intelligence-driven operations.
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M&S cyber-attack linked to hacking group Scattered Spider
- A major cyber-attack on Marks & Spencer has been linked to the hacking group Scattered Spider.
- The group, known for targeting cryptocurrency phishing attacks, is reported to have encrypted key M&S systems using ransomware.
- The online sales at M&S have been suspended for a fifth day, causing a disruption and wiping over £500m from the company's stock market value.
- While the exact origin of the attack is unknown, experts believe it to be a ransomware attack, with Scattered Spider motivated by both monetary gain and bragging rights.
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