In late September 2023, the US-based National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) published its Cybersecurity Framework Profile for Hybrid Satellite Networks, otherwise known as NIST IR 8441. This blog will explore the reasons behind NIST developing the framework, outline…
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Guarding the Grid: Navigating the Current and Future Landscape of Utility Cybersecurity
Tripwire recently held its annual Energy and NERC Compliance Working Group. This year’s attendees included more than 200 Tripwire customer utility personnel representing over 80 different registered entities from all across the US and Canada. The company sizes ranged from…
$9 million seized from “pig butchering” scammers who preyed on lonely hearts
US authorities have seized almost $9 million worth of cryptocurrency linked to a gang engaged in cryptocurrency investment fraud and romance scams. The US Department of Justice has announced that the seized funds are connected to cryptocurrency wallet addresses alleged…
UK Finance Reports Slight Decrease in FinTech Cyberattacks
Overview of UK Finance’s Report The latest report from UK Finance paints a mixed picture of financial fraud in the United Kingdom, with losses exceeding £500 million in the first half of the year. However, amidst these concerning figures, there…
The Cybersecurity Skills Gap: You’re Looking at the Wrong Gap
How many times have you heard “There is a skills gap in Cybersecurity!” If you go on social media, you’ll likely hear it at least once a day. The government is big on it, and organisations lament how difficult it…
SMB Protocol Explained: Understanding its Security Risks and Best Practices
Server Message Block (SMB) protocol is a communication protocol that allows users to communicate with remote servers and computers, which they can open, share, edit files, and even share and utilize resources. With the expansion of telecommunications, this protocol has…
AI-Enabled Information Manipulation Poses Threat to EU Elections: ENISA Report
Amid growing concerns about the integrity of upcoming European elections in 2024, the 11th edition of the Threat Landscape report by the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) , released on October 19, 2023, reveals alarming findings about the rising…
Change Variance: How Tiny Differences Can Impact Your IT World
In the vast and ever-evolving universe of information technology, there’s one constant: change (that and cliches about constants!). Servers, systems, and software – they all get updated and modified. But, have you ever stopped to consider how even tiny differences…
Phishing Trends Examined by the SANS Institute
Earlier this year, the SANS Institute published a blog exploring emerging phishing trends. This kind of research is an invaluable resource for all individuals and organizations looking to identify and rebuff phishing attacks. In this article, we’ll cover some of…
The Six Pillars of Cybersecurity
Winter is coming In the ever-evolving landscape of cloud computing, ensuring robust security measures has never been more important. In the new ISO 27001:2022 standard, there is a new requirement for organisations to establish control of their Cloud services, which…
Financial Institutions in New York Face Stricter Cybersecurity Rules
Boards of directors need to maintain an appropriate level of cyber expertise, incidents must be reported within 72 hours after determination, and all ransom payments made must be reported within a day. Those are just some of the changes made…
Secure Access Control in 2024: 6 Trends to Watch Out For
What Is Secure Access Control? Secure access control, part of the broader field of user management , is a key concept in the realm of information security, particularly in the business environment. It refers to the process of selectively restricting…
VERT Threat Alert: November 2023 Patch Tuesday Analysis
Today’s VERT Alert addresses Microsoft’s November 2023 Security Updates . VERT is actively working on coverage for these vulnerabilities and expects to ship ASPL-1082 on Wednesday, November 15th. In-The-Wild & Disclosed CVEs CVE-2023-36033 A vulnerability in the Microsoft Desktop Window…
How Does IoT Contribute to Real-Time Grid Monitoring for Enhanced Stability and Fault Detection?
More decision-makers are investing in grid modernization efforts, knowing that doing so is necessary for keeping pace with modern demands. For example, smart grid fault-detection sensors could warn utility company providers of problems in real time, preventing costly and inconvenient…
A Simplified Overview of the MITRE ATT&CK Framework
In the world of cybersecurity, have you ever wondered about the inner workings of threat actors as they attempt to breach systems, their methods, tactics, and strategies, and how they seamlessly converge to execute a successful attack? It’s not merely…
Cloud Watching Report: Key Takeaways
The capabilities of cloud computing have changed the digital landscape significantly, and the popularity of cloud solutions only continues to increase. According to Gartner , the market for public cloud services is expected to surpass 700 billion USD by the…
CherryBlos, the malware that steals cryptocurrency via your photos – what you need to know
What’s the deal with CherryBlos? CherryBlos is a rather interesting family of Android malware that can plunder your cryptocurrency accounts – with a little help from your photos. Wait. I’ve heard of hackers stealing photos before, but what do you…
Key Highlights from the 2023 UK Cyber Crime Landscape
It’s 2023, and the landscape of cybercrime in the United Kingdom is evolving unprecedentedly. This year’s cyber threat landscape is shaped by many factors, from the continuing effects of the global pandemic to the ever-expanding digital footprint of individuals and…
Some Financial Institutions Must Report Breaches in 30 Days
The heat has just been turned up for companies hoping to “hide out” a data breach. Announced October 27th, all non-banking financial institutions are now required to report data breach incidents within 30 days. The amendment to the Safeguards Rule…
Looking Ahead: Highlights from ENISA’s Foresight 2030 Report
One of the most important factors in the technology and cybersecurity industries is the inevitable presence of constant change. Technology, business, and industry are always evolving, while cybercriminals are always searching for new and innovative ways to attack. While there…