Cyber Stories Newsletter—Week of April 29, 2024
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Retailer London Drugs closes stores in Western Canada due to 'cybersecurity incident'
London Drugs closed all its Western Canada stores due to a cybersecurity incident discovered on Sunday. The retailer immediately implemented protective measures and hired cybersecurity experts to manage the situation. While there's no indication that customer or employee data was compromised, the stores remain closed without a specified reopening time. This incident adds to a growing list of cyber incidents affecting Canadian businesses and public entities in recent years.
Politically motivated cyberattacks are on the rise, putting our elections at risk
Politically motivated DDoS attacks are escalating, especially ahead of significant elections, putting crucial democratic processes at risk. The report by Netscout identifies a rise in these cyberattacks, often instigated by state-supported groups targeting geopolitical foes. Notable groups like NoName057(016) and Anonymous Sudan are implicated in extensive campaigns affecting multiple countries, underscoring a global uptick in cyber threats during political events.
Hybrid Working is Changing How We Think About Security
Cyber Defense Magazine discusses the increasing relevance of cybersecurity and cloud computing amid the rise of remote working. It highlights three major trends impacting corporate data security: the shift of corporate data to cloud-based solutions, the involvement of state actors in cyberattacks, and changes brought by remote working due to COVID-19. The piece emphasizes the need for effective cloud security measures and user oversight to protect corporate data in this new working environment.
Good Security Is About Iteration, Not Perfection.
Cyber Defense Magazine discusses the importance of an iterative approach to cybersecurity, advocating for practical, scalable security measures over striving for perfection. Drawing parallels to medieval fortifications, the article suggests that cybersecurity defenses need to evolve continually to address new threats, much like how fortresses upgraded from wood to stone. Emphasizing speed, focus, and innovation, iterative security enables organizations to adapt quickly and effectively to emerging threats without the constraints of seeking flawless solutions.
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