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Imperva Research Labs Uncovers Global Rise in Security Incidents in August 2020 Cyber Threat Report
Australia, the United Kingdom, and Canada hit by the largest increase in incidents as data leakage attacks are also on the rise
Imperva, Inc., the cybersecurity leader championing the fight to secure data and applications wherever they reside, published its August 2020 Cyber Threat Index Report. The report showed most countries saw an increase in the number of security incidents in August. Simultaneously, the number of data leakage attack attempts also grew, targeting Apache servers, Git repositories, and databases.
The monthly report also revealed the overall Cyber Threat Index score rose for the second month in a row, gambling sites are facing larger DDoS attacks, and the number of high-risk vulnerabilities is growing.
Key findings between August 1 and August 30, 2020 include:
- Globally, the number of security incidents increased during August. Most countries experienced more security incidents in August than June and July. The largest increases in incidents were in Australia (+19%), the United Kingdom (+15%), and Canada (+13%). The only exception to this global trend was Russia, which saw the volume of incidents reduce by 6%.
- Data leakage attack attempts are on the rise. The number of data leakage incident attempts grew by 30% in August, targeting Apache servers, Git repositories, and databases. The most targeted industry for these attacks was Financial Services, which experienced a 55% growth in data leakage attack attempts since May.
- Overall Cyber Threat Index score rose for the second month in a row. The CTI score went up by six points both in both July and in August, reaching a score of 798, due to the increase in revealed high-risk vulnerabilities and a 5% increase in security incidents. Counterintuitively, the volume of blocked malicious requests dropped, indicating more targeted tactics and fewer randomized “spray-and-pray” attacks.
- The size of application DDoS attacks against gambling sites is increasing. DDoS attacks against gambling sites grew larger in size over the past few months. Imperva Research Labs measured a 281K requests per second (RPS) attack in August and a 250K RPS attack in July—larger attacks in comparison to the months prior.
- The number of high-risk remote code evaluation (RCE) and remote file inclusion (RFI) vulnerabilities is growing. Continuing a trend Imperva Research Labs has observed over the past eight months, the number of published vulnerabilities continues to increase. More than 250 vulnerabilities published in August—half of which were published with an exploit, and 5% of them are considered “high risk.”
- Travel industry traffic volume drops to a third of August 2019 levels. From November 2019 to April 2020, traffic decreased every month as the COVID-19 pandemic spread, becoming a global crisis. Although travel site traffic kicked off an upward trajectory in May 2020, it remains far below its pre-COVID 19 level. In addition, the number of security incidents in travel websites also decreased by 40% when compared to this time last year.
The Cyber Threat Index is a monthly measurement and analysis of the global cyber threat landscape across data and applications based on data gathered from Imperva sensors all over the world—including over 25 petabytes of network traffic passing through the Imperva CDN per month. With over one trillion total requests analyzed and 21 billion application attacks blocked, it offers an unrivaled comprehensive look at application security and provides an easy-to-understand score to consistently track cyber threat levels and observe trends over time. Viewers can dive deeper into the score and drill down for individual industries and countries, and also view historic Index scores.
The August 2020 Cyber Threat Index is available at https://www.imperva.com/cyber-threat-index/.
“Countries around the world are dealing with a similar problem in terms of increased security incidents. This is also exemplified by the increase in specific threats such as data leakage attacks, and vulnerabilities like RCE and RFI,” said Nadav Avital, head of security research at Imperva. “Furthermore, even though the volume of blocked malicious requests dropped, organizations must not lose focus, or assume they are safer because volume is down. Additionally, to address data leaks they must ensure assets are properly configured, to only allow necessary access to their systems.”
The Cyber Threat Index was created by Imperva Research Labs, a premier research organization for security analysis, vulnerability discovery, and compliance expertise. The organization provides round-the-clock research into the latest security vulnerabilities and is comprised of some of the world’s leading experts in data and application security.
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Popular iGaming content provider BGaming has secured a partnership with SpinOro to deliver its games portfolio to a wider European player base.
Through the deal, BGaming will expand in key regulated markets across the continent, including Spain, Lithuania, Romania, and Bulgaria, with its ever-growing list of titles set to go live with SpinOro’s operator partners.
SpinOro, the spin-off of Anakatech, is a well-renowned developer of games, platforms, and comprehensive solutions with over 10 years of expertise.
Their portfolio features over 180 exclusive in-house Slot, Scratch, and Table Games, accessible in 20+ languages. Through its powerful aggregation platform, SpinOro offers operators a flexible selection of cross-platform games, either as a standalone suite or integrated with third-party titles from top providers.
This solidifies BGaming’s position as a sought-after provider of top-quality gaming experiences to the European market, following a string of successful partnerships with operators such as Uniclub, InBet, and StarCasino in Q3.
Olga Levshina, CCO at BGaming, said: “We are delighted to partner with SpinOro to deliver our wide-ranging content library to more European players than ever before.
“SpinOro is renowned for offering the best cross-platform games to boost player activity and increase retention. Our titles are proven to do just that and we are looking forward to delivering memorable experiences to players across these four key markets.”
Jeff Letlat, COO at SpinOro said: “BGaming’s titles are in high demand, particularly as they seek to reach new audiences with imaginative mechanics, themes, and genres.
“We are thrilled to have them join our SpinOro aggregation platform among the best providers in iGaming and remain confident that their releases will continue to surprise and excite players as more are added.”
About BGaming
BGaming is a fast-growing iGaming content provider converting gambling into gaming. Thanks to an expert team and a player-driven approach, the studio creates innovative and engaging products featured on reputable platforms and 1,600+ online casinos worldwide. BGaming is the world’s first to support cryptocurrencies and offer Provably Fair games. Today the brand’s portfolio includes 150+ products with HD graphics and a clear user interface for every device. The studio is also known for its brand exclusives created in partnerships with leading operators in the industry.
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WPT@ Global is excited to announce the signing of professional hockey player and poker fan Phil Kessel as its latest brand ambassador. Kessel, a 3-time Cup champion and fan-favorite
across the NHL, brings his love of poker to the WPT Global community in Canada, kicking off an exciting partnership linking his passion for poker and sports on a worldwide scale.
A seasoned poker player, Kessel has been a regular member in the Canadian poker community, creating a unique fan base in NHL cities through his engaging presence at Iocal card rooms. He now brings that cool demeanor and fun energy to the online tables at WPT Global, a great collaboration to celebrate his influence as a poker fan and hockey icon.
“We’re absolutely thrilled to welcome Phil to the WPT Global brand,” said Alex Scott president
of WPT Global. “Phil has not only excelled as a world-class ice hockey player but is also a huge poker enthusiast who embodies the values we hold dear. He’s engaging, passionate, and always striving to improve – qualities that make him a perfect fit for the WPT Global poker
community. His unique connection to both sports and poker gives him the ability to bridge those worlds, and we’re excited to deliver unforgettable experiences for our players, especially in Canada, both on and off the felt.’
In his new role, Kessel works closely with WPT Global’s Team Canada” player engagement
team, helping create memorable and exclusive experiences for the poker community. To celebrate his signing, Kessel and WPT Global are holding an event during the Oct. 14-30 WPTO Playground Festival in Montreal. Media outlets, hockey fans and poker players are invited to participate and enjoy this event, with opportunities on-site to meet Kessel in person.
“I’m incredibly excited to work with WPT Global. I have been an avid poker player for over 20 years, and a huge fan of the World Poker Tour,” said Kessel. “I can’t wait to kick-off this relationship in Montreal and bring some cool experiences to fans.
Media Interviews at WPT Montreal:
Members of the media are invited to meet and interview Kessel Oct 14-20 at the WPT Playground Poker Club Festival in Montreal. This is a unique opportunity to discuss his new role with WPT Global, his passion for poker, and his upcoming tournament providing the winner a VIP experience with Kessel in Las Vegas.
In addition to his in-person appearance in Montreal, Kessel is hosting his very own lronman
Tournament on WPT Global on Nov. 27 at 7PM EST. This event is exclusive and invite-only,
offering the following prizes:
- 1st Place: A VIP WPT World Championship Package including travel to Las egas, hotel accommodations, dinner, golf with Phil, and entry to the $10,400 WPT World Championship Main Event.
- 2nd-5th Place: Kessel-signed jerseys
- 6th – 18th Place: Kessel-signed pucks or 8×10 photographs.
- Bounty Prize: The player who eliminates Kessel receives a special prize package,
including signed jersey, photo, puck, and a WPT Global Swag Bag along with a personalized message from Kessel.
Players can receive an invitation by registering on WPT Global using the code IRONKESSEL81
and depositing $100+. For existing WPT Global players, they can engage in CRM campaigns to
get a free ticket to lock up their tournament seat.
OpenBet to deliver fully compliant end-to-end betting and gaming ecosystem, including Player Account Management, BetBuilder, Responsible Gaming Technology, Geolocation Product OpenBet Locator
, and Managed Trading Services
OpenBet, a leading global provider of betting content, platforms, and services, has been selected by Bell Ventures Digital Ltd (“Company”) in Brazil to power the Company’s online betting and gaming brand. The partnership marks OpenBet’s first move to launch a betting and gaming brand in the country. In addition to providing the platform’s core technology, the Company enters the market with the BandBet brand, licensed from Grupo Bandeirantes de Comunicação (“Band”).
This landmark agreement, which has the financial advice of the Investment Banking team at BTG Pactual, the largest investment bank in Latin America, brings together two major entertainment forces to introduce BandBet, a new and innovative offering for Brazil’s regulated betting and gaming market. BandBet is currently under a soft launch period, operating on the domain www.bandbet.com, with Bell Ventures being among the authorized entities from the Ministry of Finance to operate during the transition period following the terms of ordinance 1475/24.
Band is one of the largest and most traditional and influential media conglomerates in Brazil, with a legacy spanning over 87 years. Known for its extensive network of Free to Air Television, PayTV, Radio and digital platforms (social networks, mobile app, website), Band delivers a diverse range of content, including sports, news and entertainment, reaching millions of users on a daily basis across the nation. In addition to Bell Ventures licensing the BandBet brand from Band, the Company has entered into an agreement to acquire media space from the media conglomerate.
Leveraging the licensed BandBet brand reputation linked to one of the biggest TV networks in Brazil, and OpenBet’s unparalleled expertise in betting technology and regulatory compliance, this collaboration is poised to deliver a superior betting and gaming experience for players in the region. As part of the agreement, OpenBet will supply its complete end-to-end sports betting and iGaming ecosystem inclusive of player account management, providing BandBet with the technology, content, and compliance infrastructure required to succeed in Brazil’s newly regulated market.
In addition to sports betting, OpenBet is also empowering BandBet to deliver a comprehensive iGaming experience to players. This includes a seamlessly integrated online casino, featuring a cutting-edge user interface, access to a wide variety of content from leading gaming studios, and a unified platform for managing promotions across both sports and iGaming verticals.
At the heart of the ecosystem is OpenBet’s Player Account Management platform, enabling the sports betting and iGaming verticals while supporting safe gaming practices. Central to the platform is the responsible gaming and anti-money laundering (AML) technology, powered by Neccton, ensuring BandBet upholds the highest standards of player protection. Additionally, BandBet will benefit from OpenBet Locator, an advanced geolocation solution powered by Amazon Web Services (AWS), ensuring full compliance with Brazil’s strict regulatory requirements.
This agreement highlights OpenBet’s role as the partner of choice for operators looking to succeed in Brazil’s regulated market. With more than 25 years of experience, OpenBet will deliver a scalable, localized, and modular product offering tailored to meet the specific needs of the region.
Claudio Giordani, CEO of Band, said: “For decades, Band has been synonymous with high-quality entertainment in Brazil, and our sports coverage has been a key driver of our success. We are excited that Bell Ventures decided to enter the market with a brand licensed from our media group, as Band consistently contributes to international and local companies entering Brazil’s economy.”
Ricardo Bianco Rosada, Board Member of Bell Ventures, said: “Partnering with OpenBet was a natural choice. Their unrivalled expertise in the global betting industry will ensure BandBet is built on a state-of-the-art platform. Their ‘open’ system, integrating sports and iGaming, equips us with the flexibility and tools to thrive in a regulated, competitive market while ensuring responsible growth.”
Jordan Levin, CEO of OpenBet, said: “At OpenBet, we pride ourselves on supporting leading brands with the highest standards in the industry. By leveraging our comprehensive betting ecosystem, BandBet will offer an outstanding player experience, positioning itself as a leader in Brazil’s emerging gaming space. We look forward to supporting BandBet’s growth and furthering our mission to help operators thrive in this rapidly evolving market.”
Bell Ventures applied for a federal license with the Ministry of Finance in August, with the expectation that the Company will be among the entities that will be granted a license by December 31st 2024.
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