01.2022 . Spotlight
The Unusual Suspects
In the two other Spotlight articles, we expose two nation-state hacker groups. However, not all cyberattacks are carried out by nation-states.
BY
Dr. Manuel Hepfer
12.2021 . Spotlight
Cybersecurity Predictions and Trends
Let’s turn to the future of cybersecurity. What are new and upcoming trends, and what should companies look for in the next years? Gartner has made top 8 predictions for the upcoming year.
BY
Dr. Manuel Hepfer
12.2021 . Spotlight
The Log4J Vulnerability
When news broke of the Log4J vulnerability, IT administrators were desperate to find solutions to protect against it. The vulnerability is exposing thousands of applications all around the world to a very simple attack.
BY
Dr. Manuel Hepfer
12.2021 . Spotlight
Post Incident Review of the Cyberattack on Ireland’s Health Service
The cyberattack on Ireland’s Health Service in May 2021 is an interesting case study. A ransomware attack disrupted most hospitals in Ireland, causing substantial cancellations to outpatient services.
BY
Dr. Manuel Hepfer
11.2021 . Spotlight
The Impact of Information Security Events on the Stock Market
A cyberattack can sink a company’s share price. When Capital One disclosed that it suffered a data breach, its share price immediately dropped nearly 6% in after-hours trading.
BY
Dr. Manuel Hepfer
11.2021 . Spotlight
Security Accounts for Just 5.7% of IT Spend
Global cybersecurity spending is predicted to exceed $1. 75 trillion over the next four years.
BY
Dr. Manuel Hepfer
11.2021 . Spotlight
Cryptocurrency and Criminality: The Bitcoin Opportunity
Bitcoin has become the currency of choice in the cyber-crime industry. It seems that cryptocurrencies are fuelling the ransomware pandemic.
BY
Dr. Manuel Hepfer