In issue #122 of Internet Security Week, we cover a new phishing kit for hackers, the most frequent attack techniques in 2021, fake news and its dangers, the government's launch of a guidance guide, and much more.
News
Nearly half of Brazilian CEOs admit to being unprepared for cyberattacks
In a world teeming with threats and advanced exploitation techniques, 45% of CEOs of Brazilian companies believe their organizations are not prepared for current dangers.
By Felipe Demartini on Canaltech
New phishing kit for hackers, now available on cybercrime forums
A new and sophisticated phishing toolkit for sale on various cybercrime forums and Telegram channels has been identified by cybersecurity researchers at CloudSEK, a cybersecurity and intelligence company.
In CISO Advisor
Most frequent attack techniques in 2021
Kaspersky Managed Detection and Response experts have identified the most common techniques used by cybercriminals in 2021.
By Hugh Aver in Kaspersky Daily
Why are fake news dangerous for internet security?
Every day, we are bombarded with news and content competing for our attention. But why do so many people believe this information, and why can its consumption directly affect internet safety?
By André Lameiras in We Live Security
The Conti ransomware group attacks more than 40 organizations per month
The Conti cybercrime syndicate runs one of the most aggressive ransomware operations and has grown to be highly organized, to the point where its affiliates managed to hack more than 40 companies in just over a month.
By Ionut Ilascu in Bleeping Computer
Government launches guidance booklet on privacy and information security aimed at public bodies
The Ministry of Economy has published another operational guide with guidelines to enhance the protection of critical government systems and encourage the use of safer practices in federal government agencies and entities. The Vulnerability Management Guide focuses on building routine processes for managing vulnerabilities in data protection and security within the institution.
In Gov.br
Fast Shop suffers a hacker attack
On June 23rd, around 11 AM, Fast Shop, a company specializing in electronics, published a statement informing customers of an unauthorized access attempt to its systems.
In Crypto ID
The ultimate guide: how to block inappropriate websites in your company
Employee wasting time on websites outside the scope of work is a headache for managers. It's common for employees to access the company internet for personal activities unrelated to work. To help managers, we've created this practical and simple guide to help block inappropriate websites in the company without requiring technical knowledge.
By Alex de Oliveira on Lumiun Blog
Sales of Brazilians' data on the dark web total R$ 88 million
More than 720,000 pieces of information and data from Brazilians have already been sold on the dark web, totaling R$ 88 million. The prices for the data range from R$ 33.56 (credit card price) to R$ 51.27 and are considered the cheapest in the world, although personal email addresses are the most expensive item.
In CISO Advisor
Cyberattacks against small and medium-sized businesses more than double in Brazil
Small and medium-sized enterprises in Brazil have become a common target for cybercriminals, with some types of attacks showing an increase of over 140% in the last year.
By Felipe Demartini on Canaltech
Podcast
Guilherme Messora – Information Security – Kritine Podcast
- Guilherme Messora, Head of Security at IBM LATAM
- He has worked in the technology market for IBM for 21 years, having spent the last 5 years in various business leadership positions in the Security (Services and Solutions) business unit.
- He holds a degree in Business Administration from FAAP, MBAs in Management from FGV and Information Security from FIAP, and has completed specialization courses at Harvard, SaintPaul, and StarSe.
- Free
- Available on YouTube
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