'Trial' DDoS Attacks on French Sites Portend Greater Olympics Threats

Russian hacktivists claim DDoS attacks against basic tourist websites. Is it real, or just smoke and mirrors? [TechWeb]( Follow Dark Reading: [RSS]( July 16, 2024 LATEST SECURITY NEWS & COMMENTARY ['Trial' DDoS Attacks on French Sites Portend Greater Olympics Threats]( Russian hacktivists claim DDoS attacks against basic tourist websites. Is it real, or just smoke and mirrors? [Rite Aid Becomes RansomHub's Latest Victim After Data Breach]( The breach affects older customer information involved in purchases made from June 6, 2017, up until July 30, 2018. [SEXi Ransomware Rebrands as 'APT Inc.,' Keeps Old Methods]( The cybercrime group demands ransoms of varying degrees, from thousands to even millions of dollars — in some cases, 2 bitcoin per encrypted customer. [7 Tips for Navigating Cybersecurity Risks in M&As]( Careful planning and proactive measures can ensure smooth and secure transitions, paving the way for a successful merger or acquisition. 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