18-Oct-2024 Cybersecurity Alerts: Microsoft's Ransomware Spike and Intel's China's NSA Backdoor Denial

Welcome to Hacked dAily, the first AI-Driven Cybersecurity Podcast created by Cytadel Cyber. Get your quick daily update on the latest cybersecurity news every day! In today's episode: Western businesses are on high alert as North Korean IT workers are reportedly posing as freelancers to infiltrate companies, leading to increased calls for stricter verification in hiring practices. The second top story covers a significant surge in ransomware attacks on Microsoft customers, highlighting a 275% increase in the past year, with critical sectors like healthcare and education facing heightened risks. Also, the US and its allies are warning against Iran's year-long cyberattack campaign targeting vital infrastructure, emphasizing the need for robust cybersecurity strategies. In other news, beware of the "ClickFix" campaign using fake Google Meet pages to spread infostealers. Cyber experts urge vigilance in checking URLs and email authenticity to avoid phishing scams. Finally, Intel rebuts China's allegations about NSA backdoors, maintaining high security and transparency standards. Tune in tomorrow for your daily dose of cybersecurity updates on Hacked dAily! Stay informed and stay secure.This episode is sponsored by Cytadel Cyber. Specialist in Ransomware Readiness Assessments, Threat Intel-Led Red Teaming, AI DeepFakes, AI Voice Cloning and AI Vishing Simulations. Cyatdel helps you test your cyber resilience against the threats of today, keeping your data secure. Checkout cytadel.co.uk for more information.