The Iranian hacking group Scarred Manticore, linked to Iran’s Ministry of Intelligence and Security, has been running a digital spy ring, targeting Middle Eastern governmental and infrastructural sectors using a hacking tool, Liontail. Check Point’s report outlined that the group’s operations evolved, boasting more sophisticated, custom-made tactics that allowed them to penetrate networks, compromising web servers, and avoid detection. The group gained access to digital content, including emails and performed espionage via malware.
Why monitoring high tech systems and data is critical for New Zealand healthcare providers
New Zealand aims to have a top-tier healthcare system, and World Patient Safety Day brings awareness to areas of potential improvement, including cybersecurity. Given the
