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1). CYBER AWARENESS: LinkedIn Becomes a Cybercriminal Playground: Iranian Hackers Target Aerospace Industry Cybercriminals are increasingly exploiting LinkedIn as a hunting ground for cyber espionage, with Iranian hackers using fake job offers to target professionals in the aerospace industry, according to ClearSky Cyber Security. Iranian “Dream Job” Campaign Exposed ClearSky researchers have uncovered a cyber-espionage campaign dubbed the “Iranian Dream Job” campaign, orchestrated by Iranian threat actor TA455. The attackers used fraudulent LinkedIn profiles to distribute SnailResin malware, which subsequently deploys the SlugResin backdoor. Both malware strains are attributed to a subgroup of Charming Kitten, a known Iranian APT group …

2). CYBER AWARENESS: UK Faces Unprecedented Surge in Data Breaches: 60M Accounts Compromised in 2024 The UK experienced a staggering 14-fold increase in online account breaches in 2024, with nearly 60 million user accounts compromised—equating to two breaches every second, according to Surfshark’s latest report. Despite the UK’s reputation for strong cybersecurity measures, social media platforms remain a weak link. The country ranked 9th globally for breaches, a sharp rise from 6th place in 2023, when only 4.2 million accounts were affected. In contrast, Ireland saw just 4.9 million breaches. Why Are UK Users So Vulnerable? Experts warn that stolen credentials are fuelling cybercrime, from crypto scams to ticket fraud …

3). SMART SECURITY – The Definitive Guide to Smart Device Security – CyberKPI: Device security is the safeguarding of internet-connected devices, such as mobile phones, laptops, PCs, tablets, IoT devices, including Automated Vehicles from cyberthreats and unauthorized access. Device security typically requires strong authentication, mobile device management tools, and restricted network access. The rise of smart devices has revolutionized how small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operate, offering new opportunities to increase efficiency, improve customer service, and reduce operational costs. However, as businesses adopt these innovations, the need for robust smart device security has never been more critical …

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