As a CEO, you’re the captain of a ship, navigating the high seas toward growth and innovation. But every time you set sail toward new horizons; you’re also charting a course through shark-infested digital waters. With every new mile marker, your attack surface increases, and so does your exposure to cyber threats.
Topics: Cybersecurity, Network Security, Data Security, Data Protection, risk, Monitoring, Attack Surface Profiler
In the world of IT, we’re all drivers on a high-speed track. With cloud infrastructures, remote workforces, third-party integrations, and the wild card of Shadow IT, our attack surface expands like a growing racetrack full of sharp turns and unexpected obstacles.
Topics: Cybersecurity, Network Security, Data Security, Data Protection, risk, Monitoring, Attack Surface Profiler
It’s hard to believe that we survived 2024, and with 2025 finally here, we thought we would present where ProCircular sees the world headed. The cybersecurity landscape continues to evolve at a breakneck pace, driven by AI-enabled threats and an increasingly complex world. From deepfake videos to targeted social engineering, attackers are finding new ways to exploit trust and access critical systems.
Topics: Cybersecurity, Network Security, Data Breach, Information Security, Data Security, Data Protection, Security Awareness Training, healthcare, hacking, Manufacturing, Passwords, risk, Ransomware, Banking, Financial Institutions
Recently, the American Hospital Association warned that Black Basta, a known ransomware group, would be accelerating attacks within the healthcare sector. The group gained notoriety for their sophisticated attack methods and high-profile targets, and typically operates by infiltrating a network, exfiltrating sensitive data, and then encrypting the victim's files.
Healthcare organizations can stay vigilant against threat actors by adopting a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy that incorporates regular testing and 24/7 monitoring. ProCircular also recommends the following:
Topics: Cybersecurity, Network Security, Data Breach, Information Security, Data Security, Data Protection, Security Awareness Training, healthcare, hacking, Passwords, risk, Ransomware
CDK Global, a leading provider of integrated technology solutions to the automotive industry, suffered a severe ransomware attack. The attack was attributed to the BlackSuit ransomware group, known for its sophisticated and targeted operations. The impact of the attack was widespread, not only affecting CDK Global’s operations but also had a ripple effect on thousands of auto dealerships that rely on CDK Global’s dealer management systems (DMS) and service operation solutions. The incident caused significant operational disruptions and is expected to have a large, but unknown impact on dealership financial losses due to the downtime during a high-volume season.
Topics: Cybersecurity, Network Security, Information Security, Data Security, Data Protection, risk