Holiday Hits: Hackers Love to Strike When Defenders Are Away
AI Summary
• Attack intensity surged over the recent holiday period as hackers used automated bots.
• Cybersecurity defenders are advised to remain vigilant despite reduced activity levels during holidays.
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The article does not explicitly mention Texas, TX, TCUD, or any Texas-specific entities. It is a general statement about cybersecurity trends that apply broadly to the industry.
Original Content
Honeypots Reveal Automated Bots' 'Attack Intensity' Surged Over Christmastime 2025 Memo for cybersecurity defenders: Honeypots reveal attack intensity surged over the recent holiday period, as hackers continued their well-known propensity for probing defenses and striking in the off hours, using highly automated bots, to try and maximize their dwell time before discovery.