Cyberwarfare in the United States

Coalition Releases Cyber Insurance Claims Report Detailing Increased Ransomware Demands in 2021

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Computer security, Cybercrime, Articles, Security, Crime, Cyber insurance, Cyberattack, Security convergence, Insurance, Draft:Cowbell Cyber, Cyberwarfare in the United States

SAN FRANCISCO, July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Coalition, the leading cyber insurance and security provider, today announced the results of its H1 2021 Cyber Insurance Claims Report. Coalition analyzed claims data through June 2021 from 50,000 customers in the United States and Canada. Coalition's analysis reveals that ransom demands have grown substantially over the past year, smaller companies are increasingly targeted, and cyber criminals continue to take advantage of dislocations in how we work.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, July 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Coalition ,the leading cyber insurance and security provider, today announced the results of its H1 2021 Cyber Insurance Claims Report .
  • From the first half of 2020 to 2021, Coalition found that funds transfer fraud (FTF) attacks increased 28% and business email compromise attacks increased 51%.
  • Coalition's H1 2021 Cyber Insurance Claims Report reveals top cyber crime trends, the continued impact of the COVID-19 on cyber risk exposure, and predictions for the state of cyber crime in 2021 and beyond.
  • Coalition is the leading provider of cyber insurance and security, combining comprehensive insurance and proactive cybersecurity tools to help businesses manage and mitigate cyber risk.

New Vislink 2021 Products Surpass $6 Million in Initial Sales

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Thursday, July 22, 2021
Computer surveillance, Cyberwarfare in the United States, National Security Agency, Tailored Access Operations

HACKETTSTOWN, NJ, July 22, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vislink (“the “Company”) (Nasdaq: VISL), a global technology leader in the collection, delivery and management of high quality, live video and associated data in the broadcast, law enforcement and defense markets, is pleased to announce that three new products released in 2021 have surpassed $6 million in initial sales this year, exceeding Company forecasts. The products, which include IP Link 3.0, Quantum Receiver and DVE 6100, were all launched in the first quarter of this year.

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  • The products, which include IP Link 3.0, Quantum Receiver and DVE 6100, were all launched in the first quarter of this year.
  • The strong showing our new products have registered thus far is testament to that focus.
  • We expect continued healthy sales pipelines and an acceleration of new product development over the balance of this year and into 2022.
  • Vislink also furnishes the surveillance and defense markets with real-time video intelligence solutions using a variety of tailored transmission products.

K2 Integrity Launches Investigative Podcast Series "Digging Deeper"

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Thursday, April 15, 2021
Finance, Financial services, Money, Cyberwarfare in the United States, K2 Intelligence, Jules Kroll, K2, Regulatory compliance, UBS

b"To learn more about or listen to K2 Integrity's Digging Deeper, please visit K2 Integrity's website , or subscribe on Apple Podcasts , SoundCloud , Spotify , or Stitcher .\nK2 Integrity is the preeminent risk, compliance, investigations, and monitoring firmbuilt by industry leaders, driven by interdisciplinary teams, and supported by cutting-edge technology to safeguard our clients' operations, reputations, and economic security.

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  • b"To learn more about or listen to K2 Integrity's Digging Deeper, please visit K2 Integrity's website , or subscribe on Apple Podcasts , SoundCloud , Spotify , or Stitcher .\nK2 Integrity is the preeminent risk, compliance, investigations, and monitoring firmbuilt by industry leaders, driven by interdisciplinary teams, and supported by cutting-edge technology to safeguard our clients' operations, reputations, and economic security.
  • K2 Integrity represents the merger of K2 Intelligence, an industry-leading investigative, compliance, and cyber defense services firm founded in 2009 by Jeremy M. Kroll and Jules B. Kroll, the originator of the modern corporate investigations industry, and Financial Integrity Network (FIN), a premier strategic advisory firm founded by Juan Zarate and Chip Poncy dedicated to helping clients achieve their financial integrity goals.\nK2 Integrity leverages unmatched multidisciplinary experience to develop cutting-edge solutions, stimulate business opportunities, and shape global economic security in a complex world.
  • Whether it's protecting clients' assets or navigating the complex financial regulatory landscape to help clients identify, manage, and mitigate risk, K2 Integrity is an advisor trusted to meet and exceed clients' goals in a rapidly changing world.
  • To learn more about how K2 Integrity is revolutionizing the management of risk, visit our website, www.k2integrity.com , or follow us on Twitter or LinkedIn .\n"

Chinese Hacking of Microsoft Exchange E Mail Servers Draws A Stern Response

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Monday, March 8, 2021
Computer security, Cybercrime, Cyberwarfare, Computing, Crime, Cryptography, Information governance, Security hacker, Chinese cyberwarfare, Cyberwarfare in the United States

The reported breach comes on the back of another major cyber espionage campaign uncovered in December 2020, and believed by US cyber security experts to be backed by Russia called "Solar Winds".

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  • The reported breach comes on the back of another major cyber espionage campaign uncovered in December 2020, and believed by US cyber security experts to be backed by Russia called "Solar Winds".
  • That hack that went unnoticed for at least a year, targeted US Government Agencies and businesses.
  • "Technology companies need to step up to the plate and start taking responsibility for the implementation of security measures, that prevent hackers and bad actors from reaping havoc on unsuspecting business and government agencies.
  • It is a matter of National Security," said Stern.

Parsons and AFCEA Connect Global Militaries and Cyber Warriors

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Wednesday, January 27, 2021
Articles, Cybercrime, Computing, Security, Computer security, Hacking, Military technology, Cyberwarfare, United States Cyber Command, United States Army Cyber Command, Cyberwarfare in the United States, National Cyber Security Policy

This international exercise is designed to improve allied nations partnership, share full-spectrum cyber best practices, and strengthen training and coordination.

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  • This international exercise is designed to improve allied nations partnership, share full-spectrum cyber best practices, and strengthen training and coordination.
  • The 2021 U.S. Department of Defense teams include Army Cyber Command (ARCYBER), U.S. Air Force Cyber, and U.S. Marine Forces Cyber.
  • "As global digital threats increase, it is critical to unite our allies in an effort to increase, enhance, and perfect our collective cyber capabilities," said Tom Barnes, Parsons' vice president of strategic cyber operations.
  • "We look forward to bringing together our partner nations in an effort to improve global cyber awareness and security."

K2 Intelligence FIN Announces Corporate Name Change to K2 Integrity

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Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Cyberwarfare in the United States, K2 Intelligence, Jules Kroll, Landforms, Mountains, Integrity, K2

NEW YORK, Nov. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Today K2 Intelligence Financial Integrity Network (FIN), the preeminent risk, compliance, investigations, and monitoring firm, announced it is changing its corporate name to K2 Integrity to better reflect the company's mission, purpose, and values.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Today K2 Intelligence Financial Integrity Network (FIN), the preeminent risk, compliance, investigations, and monitoring firm, announced it is changing its corporate name to K2 Integrity to better reflect the company's mission, purpose, and values.
  • "Integrity is in our DNA, and now it's in our name," said Jeremy Kroll , CEO and Co-Founder of K2 Integrity.
  • The name K2 Integrity reinforces the principles the corporate investigations industry was founded on back in 1972: integrity and transparency," said Jules Kroll , Chairman of K2 Integrity.
  • Over the last decade, K2 Intelligencefounded and led by Jules and Jeremy Krollhas redefined 21st-century corporate investigations, intelligence, and regulatory compliance.

K2 Intelligence FIN Announces Corporate Name Change to K2 Integrity

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Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Cyberwarfare in the United States, K2 Intelligence, Jules Kroll, Landforms, Mountains, Integrity, K2

K2 Integrity enhances legacy entities' trusted leadership in solving unprecedented, complex issues across sectors and industries

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  • K2 Integrity enhances legacy entities' trusted leadership in solving unprecedented, complex issues across sectors and industries
    NEW YORK, Nov. 10, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Today K2 Intelligence Financial Integrity Network (FIN), the preeminent risk, compliance, investigations, and monitoring firm, announced it is changing its corporate name to K2 Integrity to better reflect the company's mission, purpose, and values.
  • "Integrity is in our DNA, and now it's in our name," said Jeremy Kroll , CEO and Co-Founder of K2 Integrity.
  • The name K2 Integrity reinforces the principles the corporate investigations industry was founded on back in 1972: integrity and transparency," said Jules Kroll , Chairman of K2 Integrity.
  • Over the last decade, K2 Intelligencefounded and led by Jules and Jeremy Krollhas redefined 21st-century corporate investigations, intelligence, and regulatory compliance.

National Cyber League (NCL), CyberUp Partner to Grow Cybersecurity Talent Pipeline

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Tuesday, September 1, 2020
Computer security, Cyberwarfare in the United States, National Cybersecurity Center, United States Department of Homeland Security, Cyberwarfare

CHEVY CHASE, Md., Sept. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The National Cyber League (NCL) , a national leader in high school and college student cybersecurity competitions, and CyberUp , an organization offering cybersecurity apprenticeships and youth cybersecurity competitions, have agreed to partner in providing middle and high school students a pathway to advance in cybersecurity knowledge and skills.

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  • CHEVY CHASE, Md., Sept. 1, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The National Cyber League (NCL) , a national leader in high school and college student cybersecurity competitions, and CyberUp , an organization offering cybersecurity apprenticeships and youth cybersecurity competitions, have agreed to partner in providing middle and high school students a pathway to advance in cybersecurity knowledge and skills.
  • CyberUp hosts Summer camps and cybersecurity competitions, and has introduced more than 7,000 students to the world of cybersecurity.
  • CyberUp, also powered by its partner Cyber Skyline, provides a safe environment for students to practice their cybersecurity skills in PowerUp: Cyber Games.
  • CyberUp is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization founded in the St. Louis region in 2016 with a mission to cultivate the cybersecurity talent pipeline.

Cyber Security Cloud released a research report on the period of time between the occurrence of a cyber-attack and its discovery and disclosure

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Wednesday, August 19, 2020
Computer security, Cybercrime, Cyberwarfare, Computing, Cyberattack, Cloud computing, Cyber threat intelligence, Palo Alto Networks, Cyberwarfare in the United States

According to the study, cyber-attacks linked to personal data breaches take more than a year from occurrence to discovery on average.

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  • According to the study, cyber-attacks linked to personal data breaches take more than a year from occurrence to discovery on average.
  • In total, more than 50% of the cases took longer than 90 days to be detected.
  • Survey method: Conducted by Cyber Security Cloud, Inc.
    With an aim to create a secure cyberspace that people around the world can use safely, Cyber Security Cloud provides web application security services worldwide using the world's leading cyber threat intelligence and AI technology.
  • *: Gartner (July 2019)Worldwide Iaas Public Cloud Services Market Share, 2017-2018 (Millions of U.S.

Insights on the Railway Cyber Security Global Market (2019 to 2027) - by Component, Type & Security Type - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, August 14, 2020
Technology, Rail, Transport, Security, Cybercrime, Computer network security, Computer security, Cryptography, Information governance, Cyberwarfare, Crime, Cyber insurance, Cyberwarfare in the United States

The "Railway Cyber Security Market Forecast to 2027 - COVID-19 Impact and Global Analysis by Component; Type; Security Type" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Railway Cyber Security Market Forecast to 2027 - COVID-19 Impact and Global Analysis by Component; Type; Security Type" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The railway cyber security market is segmented into component, type, and security type.
  • In 2019, the solution segment held the largest share of global railway cyber security market.
  • Based on security type, the railway cyber security market is segmented into network security, type security, data protection, end point security, and others.