X-Force Research Archives - Cyber Security Minute

Attacks Targeting Industrial Control Systems (ICS) Up 110 Percent

Issued by: Security Intelligence

Since IBM X-Force published its report, “Security Attacks on Industrial Control Systems,” last year, we have observed a startling increase in the number of attacks against these systems. According to IBM Managed Security Services (MSS) data, attacks targeting industrial control systems (ICS) increased over 110 percent in 2016 over last year’s numbers, as of Nov….

Vulnerabilities

Attackers Targeting Retail Are Shopping for Low-Hanging Fruit

Issued by: Security Intelligence

The end of the year is often a time of reflection. What went wrong? What went right? If you’re a retailer that experienced a security breach in 2016, you’re likely reflecting on what went wrong and seeking to identify the gaps in your security landscape. Why? Because breaches are costly. In fact, the Ponemon Institute’s…

Software Security

Hacked for the Holidays: When You’re Asked to Fix the Family Computer

Issued by: Security Intelligence

Whether hanging stockings, lighting candles on a menorah or gathering for an Airing of Grievances, if you are an IT professional visiting family this season, you will inevitably be asked to fix the family computer, tablet, smartphone or programmable thermostat while you’re there. As an introvert, I use the hour I might have to spend…

Malware & Threats

Ransomware Report: Top Security Threat Expected to Continue Rising in 2017

Issued by: Security Intelligence

Digital extortion by means of ransomware or a systems breach was one of the most prominent threats to consumers and businesses in 2016. It seems IBM Security’s prediction materialized quite excessively this past year. Ransomware is a generic name for a family of computer bugs programmed to lock up endpoints, such as PCs, servers or…

Network Security

A Year in Collaborative Defense With IBM Security App Exchange

Issued by: Security Intelligence

IBM launched its IBM Security App Exchange at the tail end of 2015, so it has been live for almost a year now. We always thought the App Exchange had significant potential, but we’ve been blown away by its success with our customers and other security vendors. We now have security information and event management…

Software Security

Crisis Leadership: The Missing Link in Cyberattack Defense

Issued by: Security Intelligence

You are driving in your car with your 10-year-old son in the passenger’s seat. A ball bounces in front of your car and you hit the brakes hard while simultaneously throwing your arm in front of the child, acting almost automatically. That’s called muscle memory, and it is a big part of what organizations need…