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Kaspersky finds the fear of making mistakes or being judged by colleagues is the perceived reason why SMB employees do not change their cybersecurity behaviors

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

According to survey results, the main factor (38%) preventing employees from adopting new cybersecurity behaviors is a lack of awareness or knowledge of best practices.

Key Points: 
  • According to survey results, the main factor (38%) preventing employees from adopting new cybersecurity behaviors is a lack of awareness or knowledge of best practices.
  • Further, psychological barriers such as the fear of making mistakes or being judged by colleagues is the top (39%) reason why survey participants reported they do not change their cybersecurity behaviors.
  • The disconnect between knowledge and a change in behavior remains in the underlying psychological barriers that employees endure in their daily routines.
  • In addition, the perceived consequences of cyberattacks against a company as a result of employee negligence was also a contributing factor.

Kaspersky releases predictions for Advanced Threats Landscape in 2024

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

WOBURN, Mass., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kaspersky Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) experts have released their predictions for Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) in 2024 in the kickoff to the annual Kaspersky Security Bulletin series.

Key Points: 
  • WOBURN, Mass., Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kaspersky Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) experts have released their predictions for Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) in 2024 in the kickoff to the annual Kaspersky Security Bulletin series.
  • Other advanced threat predictions for 2024 include:
    - Supply chain attacks as a service: operators bulk-buying access
    Supply chain attacks targeting smaller firms to breach major ones: the Okta breaches in 2022 - 2023 highlight the threat's scale.
  • 2024 might witness new developments in dark web access market activities related to supply chains, enabling more efficient and large-scale attacks.
  • The APT predictions have been developed thanks to Kaspersky's threat intelligence services used around the world.

Global Times: Wuzhen Summit kicks off at 10th anniversary, highlighting China's role in building a community with a shared future in cyberspace

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

In his speech, Xi stressed that the international community needs to deepen exchanges and practical cooperation to jointly advance the building of a community with a shared future in cyberspace to a new stage.

Key Points: 
  • In his speech, Xi stressed that the international community needs to deepen exchanges and practical cooperation to jointly advance the building of a community with a shared future in cyberspace to a new stage.
  • Participants highlighted the "open, inclusive and equal" approach the summit has been delivering for 10 consecutive years.
  • They noted that it mirrors the call from China that as a responsible major power, building a community with a shared future in cyberspace promotes common development.
  • "Building a community of a shared future equates to constructing an open, inclusive and safe cyberspace environment.

H4M MATCHMAKING RELEASES NEW DATA ON ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND LGBTQ+ ONLINE DATING

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As cuffing season approaches, certified matchmaker Tammy Shaklee and her team at H4M Matchmaking released new data exploring the LGBTQ+ community's sentiment around online dating, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI), and other challenges singles experience. After a decade of personally interviewing thousands of LGBTQ+ singles and with the rise of AI, H4M saw a need to explore AI's role in the dating world and whether this new technology is helping or hurting singles. The survey, which gathered responses from a diverse group of LGBTQ+ participants, (ages 20s-70s) found that nearly 44% of LGBTQ+ singles are somewhat or very concerned with AI's role in dating.

Key Points: 
  • H4M Matchmaking released new data exploring the LGBTQ+ community's sentiment around online dating, AI, and more.
  • 45% of respondents reporting they have actually been deceived by AI or a chatbot while using online dating platforms.
  • "The modern dating scene prioritizes efficiency and accessibility over genuine connections," said Founder and President of H4M Matchmaking, Tammy Shaklee.
  • The considerable difference between LGBTQ+ and general online dating users demonstrates the queer community's hesitance toward using AI in their dating lives.

Kaspersky is positioned as the Leader in the 2023 SPARK MatrixTM for Digital Threat Intelligence Management by Quadrant Knowledge Solutions

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

The Quadrant Knowledge Solutions SPARK Matrix™ provides competitive analysis and ranking of the leading Digital Threat Intelligence Management vendors.

Key Points: 
  • The Quadrant Knowledge Solutions SPARK Matrix™ provides competitive analysis and ranking of the leading Digital Threat Intelligence Management vendors.
  • Kaspersky, with its comprehensive technology for Digital Threat Intelligence Management, has received strong ratings across the parameters of technology excellence and customer impact.
  • MIDDLETON Mass., Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Quadrant Knowledge Solutions announced today that it has named Kaspersky as a 2023 technology leader in the SPARK Matrix™: Digital Threat Intelligence Management, 2023 .
  • "Kaspersky has received strong ratings across technology excellence and customer impact and has been positioned as a leader in the SPARK Matrix: Digital Threat Intelligence Management, Q2 2023," adds Riya.

Kaspersky is positioned as the Leader in the 2023 SPARK MatrixTM for Digital Threat Intelligence Management by Quadrant Knowledge Solutions

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

The Quadrant Knowledge Solutions SPARK Matrix™ provides competitive analysis and ranking of the leading Digital Threat Intelligence Management vendors.

Key Points: 
  • The Quadrant Knowledge Solutions SPARK Matrix™ provides competitive analysis and ranking of the leading Digital Threat Intelligence Management vendors.
  • Kaspersky, with its comprehensive technology for Digital Threat Intelligence Management, has received strong ratings across the parameters of technology excellence and customer impact.
  • MIDDLETON Mass., Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Quadrant Knowledge Solutions announced today that it has named Kaspersky as a 2023 technology leader in the SPARK Matrix™: Digital Threat Intelligence Management, 2023 .
  • "Kaspersky has received strong ratings across technology excellence and customer impact and has been positioned as a leader in the SPARK Matrix: Digital Threat Intelligence Management, Q2 2023," adds Riya.

Kaspersky reports more than 340,000 attacks with new malicious WhatsApp mod

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

WOBURN, Mass., Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kaspersky researchers have uncovered a new malicious WhatsApp spy mod proliferating within another popular messenger, Telegram.

Key Points: 
  • WOBURN, Mass., Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kaspersky researchers have uncovered a new malicious WhatsApp spy mod proliferating within another popular messenger, Telegram.
  • Kaspersky has identified a new WhatsApp mod offering not only additions, like scheduled messages and customizable options, but also a malicious spyware module.
  • The modified WhatsApp client's manifest file includes suspicious components (a service and a broadcast receiver) not present in the original version.
  • Keep in mind that such apps can contain malicious implants, e. g. because of supply chain attacks.

Minister Anand announces a ban on the use of WeChat and Kaspersky suite of applications on government mobile devices

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Monday, October 30, 2023

Effective October 30, 2023, the WeChat and Kaspersky suite of applications will be removed from government-issued mobile devices.

Key Points: 
  • Effective October 30, 2023, the WeChat and Kaspersky suite of applications will be removed from government-issued mobile devices.
  • On a mobile device, the WeChat and Kaspersky applications data collection methods provide considerable access to the device's contents.
  • "We are taking a risk-based approach to cyber security by removing access to these applications on government mobile devices.
  • Agencies and Crown corporations outside the Policy on Service and Digital are being informed about the removal of the WeChat and Kaspersky suite of applications.

Kaspersky Safe Kids adds screen time management in one click

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

WOBURN, Mass., Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kaspersky has announced the launch of an updated version of Kaspersky Safe Kids.

Key Points: 
  • WOBURN, Mass., Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kaspersky has announced the launch of an updated version of Kaspersky Safe Kids.
  • The digital parenting app now allows children to request extra device time in one click.
  • With the updated Kaspersky Safe Kids app, children can request extra device time from the main screen in the app.
  • "As we develop and improve Kaspersky Safe Kids, we are constantly considering the needs of both parents and children.

Kaspersky Industrial CyberSecurity now delivers centralized security audit and advanced XDR capabilities

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

WOBURN, Mass., Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kaspersky today announces that its Industrial CyberSecurity (KICS) offering now provides customers with automated centralized compliance audit functions.

Key Points: 
  • WOBURN, Mass., Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kaspersky today announces that its Industrial CyberSecurity (KICS) offering now provides customers with automated centralized compliance audit functions.
  • Kaspersky Industrial CyberSecurity is a native XDR Platform for industrial enterprises that is made and certified to protect OT and critical infrastructure equipment and networks from cyber-initiated threats.
  • Kaspersky Industrial CyberSecurity now provides automated centralized security audit for Windows, Linux nodes, network devices.
  • "Kaspersky Industrial Cybersecurity is a crucial element of Kaspersky OT Cybersecurity ecosystem.