Security incidents pose a risk to the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of an organization’s systems or data. A security incident could potentially compromise data if protective measures fail. In IT, a security event refers to anything significant for system hardware or software, while an incident disrupts normal operations. Security breaches involve confirmed unauthorized data access or disclosure, whereas a security incident only suggests a threat to information. It’s crucial for organizations to detect security incidents, understand attackers’ methodologies, and create response plans to minimize damage. Enterprises can prevent security incidents by implementing multifactor authentication and encryption, regularly patching systems, training employees, and monitoring traffic.
Godfather Android malware now uses virtualization to hijack banking apps
The Android malware “Godfather” creates virtual environments on mobile devices to steal account data, particularly targeting over 500 worldwide banking, cryptocurrency, and e-commerce apps. The
