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SME CYBER INSIGHTS: Welcome to Today’s Edition of SMECYBERInsights – The Roundup of Today´s UK Small Business Cybersecurity Best Practice & Advice …
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1).SME CYBER THREAT INTEL: Be the first to spot compromised credentials – Identifying Compromised Credentials with Identity Intelligence. Bitsight’s new CTI Identity Intelligence module gives security teams instant visibility into leaked accounts, keeps a live pulse on underground markets, and alerts your SOC the moment access to your domains is put up for sale—then lets you reclaim that access through Bitsight. Prioritize critical assets and remediate threats in real time, preventing compromised credentials Every day, stolen credentials are bought, sold, and exploited on the dark web, fuelling account takeovers, data breaches, and financial fraud. Organizations must act fast to stop these threats before they escalate. Yet, traditional security tools struggle to detect compromised credentials before it’s too late …

2). 60% of Britons Reuse Passwords Across Multiple Accounts, Creating Major Security Risks. New research reveals concerning password habits ahead of World Password Day. As World Password Day approaches on May 1st, a new survey from NordPass has uncovered alarming statistics about UK residents’ password practices. According to the research, 60% of Britons reuse passwords across multiple online accounts, creating significant cybersecurity vulnerabilities. The study found that UK residents reuse their passwords on approximately five accounts on average, with one-fifth admitting to using the same password across ten or more services. This widespread practice creates a dangerous domino effect where a single compromised password can potentially grant cybercriminals access to a person’s entire digital footprint …

3). WHAT IS RANSOMWARE & Is Your SME Vulnerable to Ransomware Attacks? – CyberKPI: Ransomware uses encryption to hold a victim’s information at a ransom, rendering it inaccessible until the attacker receives a payment. The malware used by the attackers now employ double-extortion and triple-extortion tactics. For instance, Cybercriminals not only encrypt the victim’s data but also steal it, threatening to leak it if the ransom is not paid. Companies that fail to adequately protect customer data may also face legal consequences, including potential lawsuits. Victims of Ransomware may be required to notify affected individuals if their personal data has been compromised, further complicating the aftermath of an attack …

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