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variednews: COVID-19 Pandemic Triggers 72% Ransomware Growth, ...:   SAN JOSE, California, July 21, 2020 : Skybox® Security , a worldwide pioneer in cybersecurity management, today publi...

COVID-19 Pandemic Triggers 72% Ransomware Growth, Mobile Susceptibility Grow 50%

 

SAN JOSE, California, July 21, 2020 :Skybox® Security, a worldwide pioneer in cybersecurity management, today published the mid-year update to its 2020 Vulnerability and Threat Trends Report. The report assesses the susceptibility, exploits and danger in place over the first half of a year dominated by the confusion linked to the COVID-19 pandemic. The report, prepared by Skybox® Research Lab, attempts to assist organizations align their security tactic with the reality of the prevailing threat landscape.

Chief findings from the report include:

• 20,000+ new vulnerability reports forecast for 2020, breaking earlier records
• 50% rise in mobile susceptibility showcases threat of blurring line between corporate and personal networks
• Ransomware flourishes during COVID-19 pandemic, with new samples expanding by 72%
• Assaults on crucial infrastructure, including healthcare organisations and research labs, have added to the confusion.

"The global COVID-19 pandemic has completely reshaped the way that organizations and their employees work," revealed Ron Davidson, VP of R&D and CTO for Skybox Security. "With the majority of the workforce now working remotely, the network perimeter has significantly widened – securing this perimeter now needs to be a top strategic priority. Organizations need to be able to identify the flaws that sit within both personal and professional devices. They also need to be able to model their expanded network so that they can understand all potential attack vectors. If they do not have these capabilities, then they will not be able to manage the mass of 20,000 new vulnerabilities, leaving them vulnerable to attack; something that they cannot afford at a time of global financial uncertainty."

Also vital in the report is the growth of ransomware's popularity, with the number of fresh samples expanding by 72% over the first half of the year.

Sivan Nir, Threat Intelligence Team Leader for Skybox Security, speaking on this rise observed, "We observed 77 ransomware campaigns during the first few months of the pandemic – including several on mission-critical research labs and healthcare companies. The focus and the capability of attackers is clear: they have the means to impart serious financial and reputational harm on organizations. The need for focused remediation strategies that are informed by full network visibility and contextual, data-rich intelligence has never been more pressing."

The report additionally shows that the volume of mobile susceptibility has grown by 50 percent. This rise is completely propelled by new Android deficiencies (which increased by 110 percent from 230 last year to 484 this year), after the number of new iOS susceptibility declined by 23 percent from 152 to 117. In earlier years such a growth may not have worried security experts, but after COVID-19 pandemic blurred the line between corporate and domestic zones it underscores the significance of securing all probable access points.

In a bid to weather the COVID-19 pandemic and the ensuing new threat landscape, organizations require to incorporate precise, up-to-date threat intelligence into their vulnerability management tactics. Skybox's attitude offers a systematic procedure where susecptibilities are discovered on a regular basis; prioritized in the context of the network, assets and dangers; and remediated or lessened in accordance with the peril they pose. Such an endeavour is crucial to being proactive against present day perils and adaptive to the volume of fresh dangers yet to come.

About Skybox Research Lab 
The Skybox Research Lab is a squad of security analysts who daily study data from dozens of security feeds and sources as well as probe sites in the dark web. The Research Lab authenticates and augments data via automated as well as manual evaluation, with analysts adding their knowledge of attack techniques, cyber events and the tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs) of present day attackers. Their ongoing probe determine which susecptibilities are being exploited in the wild and utilized in distributed crimeware for example ransomware, malware, exploit kits and other attacks exploiting client– and server–side vulnerabilities. 

About Skybox Security 

At Skybox, efforts are made to eradicate  complications from cybersecurity management. By combining data, delivering new visions and unifying procedures, the company assists in  controlling security without limiting business agility. The organisations thorough solution combines safety perspectives into the big picture, reduces threat and empowers security programs to shift to the next level.

By ANJISHNU BISWAS 

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Yogajog Bhawan , Administrative Office of Postal Department Gripped by Fear as two test Positive for Covid 19

Kolkata, July 13 : With the Covid 19 cases in West Bengal reaching the 30,000 mark and a number of employees of both private as well as government offices being affected by the virus, authorities of several private and government offices have decided to keep their organisations open.While a top executive of a private company who refused to be named told this correspondent that they had decided to keep their offices open restricting the area of operation so that the employees are not exposed to the threat of Covid 19.Another key official who enjoys a prestigious position in a private organisation observed that employees above the age of 50 were asked to work in limited numbers while the majority of the work were being carried out by employees below the age of 50. Ironically Yogayog Bhavan in Kolkata which is the administrative office of the Bengal circle under the aegis of the Postal Department of India has asked all employees irrespective of their ages to report for work. This despite the fact that two employees of Yogayog Bhavan, Kolkata tested positive for Covid 19 within a short span of time.After the first Covid 19 case was detected at Yogayog Bhavan the authorities decided to keep the office shut for two days for fumigation and sanitizing the office. But when the second employee with Covid 19 was detected today the authorities decided to keep the office open. This has made the employees panicky and scared and has exposed them to the threat of the dreaded Covid 19 virus. An employee whom this correspondent met was visibly shaken following the incident and expressed her helplessness at the turn of events. Expressing apprehension she said that it was rather strange that the authorities have decided to keep the office open despite being aware of the fact that the virus is extremely contagious in nature. A city doctor who is a virologist explained once a person in an office is affected and the administration does not intervene and decides to keep the entire office open this could lead to disastrous consequences. He further added that while some sections needs to be closed to limit the area of operation and curb the spread of the virus keeping an entire office open under such circumstances was alarming.

By ANJISHNU BISWAS 

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O Teacher Shukriya' Attempts to Gain 10 million Views; EuroKids Devotes Respect to Teachers

 

 

MUMBAI, July 3: EuroKids International, India's top early childhood learning organisation, has set a target to cross 10 million views for its song 'O Teacher Shukriya', in one year.  I

The song has been sung by well 3 singer Shaan and is a component of the 'Teacher, my Superhero' campaign by the company. This song is a reminder of the function teachers play in a child's developing years, and their attempts in going beyond the call of duty during the COVID-19 pandemic to guarantee smooth learning. With Guru Purnima just around the corner on July 5, this devotion is even more exclusive since it also relives and echoes conventional Indian values with the chanting of the mantra 'Guru Brahma Gurur Vishnu' in this modern age.

The company, in education for nearly two decades, endeavors to take up many more efforts in the subsequent year to guarantee that the campaign achieves its milestone by augmenting it across its brands - EuroKids, Kangaroo Kids, Billabong High & EuroSchool.

Mr Prajodh Rajan, Co-founder and Group CEO, EuroKids International, observed, "The role of educators in moulding impressionable minds and providing the foundation for tomorrow's citizens cannot be under-emphasized. Teachers who ensure that their teaching methods are contemporary and engaging, while also creating a passion for the subject are always remembered and revered.  We endeavour to thank as many of these teachers as possible, both past and present, through our song. We appeal to all to spread the word and truly express gratitude to those unsung heroes who have made a difference in our lives - our teachers."

To gain access to the song or to make one's dedication, kindly visit: https://www.eurokidsindia.com/ThankYouTeacherSong.html 

About EuroKids International:

EuroKids group presently copes up with the requirements of clients at two levels, Business to Consumer and Business to Business. The group presently nurtures in excess of 125,000 families every day through its numerous services. The group is also furnishing long-term sustainable entrepreneurial scope to over 1000 FIRST generation women entrepreneurs. Additionally, furnishing direct employment to a squad of over 200 professionals, the EuroKids network is delivering employment scope to over 10,000 individuals, consisting of teachers, caregivers and support staff, particularly women across the nation presently. With a portfolio of brands EuroKids Pre-School & DayCare, EuroSchool International, Kangaroo Kids Pre-School, Billabong High International, the group is dedicated to provide the Joy of Learning.  The group presently has a network of over 1100 pre-schools and 30+ schools spread across 350+ cities in India and neighbouring nations. For additional details, log onto: https://www.eurokidsgroup.com/   

BY ANJISHNU BISWAS