SolarWinds was the target of a notorious software supply chain attack in 2019. Other companies like Kaseya, Codecov, Okta, GitHub, FishPig, and Log4j have also experienced similar attacks. These attacks exploit third-party vendors or suppliers along the development lifecycle to conduct espionage or sabotage. To protect from such threats, experts recommend maintaining updated software asset inventories, securing endpoints, implementing code integrity policies, and preparing an incident response plan.
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In 2024, identity theft surged, leading to over $16 billion in U.S. losses. Criminals exploit generative AI, deepfakes, and sophisticated phishing tactics, with synthetic identity
