Category: Check Point Blog

Harmony Mobile Leads in Miercom 2025 MTD Security Assessment

In today’s mobile-first world, where 75% of employees access sensitive corporate data through their smartphones, securing the mobile attack surface has become a critical priority for organizations. The challenge is distinguishing marketing claims from actual security performance. This is why…

Employee Spotlight: Getting to Know Jay Dave

Jay, can you tell us a bit about yourself? I’m passionate about cyber security and I am dedicated to creating a safer digital environment by breaking down complex risks into simple, manageable solutions. I strive to empower individuals and organizations…

AI, Agents, and the Future of Cyber Security

In just a few short years, the breakneck speed of advancements in AI have transformed nearly every industry, including cyber security. The pace of acceleration has forced IT and business leaders to rethink approaches to some of the most sensitive…

Ransomware Reloaded: Why 2025 Is the Most Dangerous Year Yet

May 12 marks Anti-Ransomware Day, a global awareness initiative created by INTERPOL and Kaspersky to commemorate the 2017 WannaCry outbreak. That infamous ransomware campaign crippled hundreds of thousands of systems worldwide, from UK hospitals to global logistics networks, and its…

Employee Spotlight: Getting to Know Tom De Laet

 Tom, can you tell us a bit about yourself? Currently I have the privilege of leading the Incident Response Team for EMEA at Check Point, based in Belgium, where I live with my wife and two daughters. My journey into…

DragonForce Ransomware: Redefining Hybrid Extortion in 2025

The ransomware world isn’t just evolving—it’s fragmenting, decentralizing, and growing more dangerous. In this volatile landscape, DragonForce is emerging as one of the most intriguing and threatening actors of 2025. Born from possible hacktivist roots and now fully immersed in…

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Voice Phishing Scam

Overview: Check Point researchers have identified a new phishing campaign that exploits Microsoft’s “Dynamics 365 Customer Voice,” a customer relationship management software product. It’s often used to record customer calls, monitor customer reviews, share surveys and track feedback. Microsoft 365…

Secure Coding in DevOps: Shifting Left for Stronger Security

In today’s rapidly evolving DevOps environment, the drive for speed often inadvertently amplifies security risks, leaving applications exposed to costly breaches. With global breach costs averaging $4.8 million last year, according to IBM’s annual Cost of a Data Breach Report…

Employee Spotlight: Getting to Know Anthony Gallo

Anthony, can you tell us a bit about yourself? I am originally from New Jersey, but currently live in South Carolina. I am an attorney on the Check Point team covering the Americas, working closely with many different business units…

Introducing ATAM 360°: Your Comprehensive Cyber Security Package

At Check Point, comprehensive cyber security with unmatched support is a top priority. We’re excited to introduce ATAM 360°, Check Point’s newly enhanced Advanced Technical Account Management (ATAM), a subscription-based service customized to your organization’s needs, with a designated engineer…

Employee Spotlight: Getting to Know Henrique Sauer

Henrique, can you tell us a bit about yourself? I’m a Security Engineer based in Brazil, passionate about solving complex cyber security challenges and helping organizations stay ahead of evolving threats. My journey in cyber security started early, and since…

The Hidden Downside of a Cloud-only SASE Architecture

As enterprises accelerate their shift toward secure access service edge (SASE), many are tempted to implement cloud-only security service edge (SSE) solutions. And while SSE provides modular security services like SWG, CASB, and ZTNA, it also introduces hidden costs, scalability…

Collateral Damage: The Hidden Cost of Cyber Risks

Unanticipated cyber threats can rapidly exhaust cyber security budgets and derail carefully planned strategies. Among these challenges, distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks stand out as a prime example of how unexpected risks can disrupt even the most secure systems.…

6 Reasons to Visit Check Point at RSAC 2025

The RSA Conference is where the cyber security world comes together, and this year, Check Point’s presence will be greatly felt. From breakthrough AI defenses to exclusive executive gatherings, we’re bringing innovation, insight, and hands-on experiences to the show floor.…

Employee Spotlight: Getting to Know Vanessa Johnson

Vanessa, can you tell us a bit about yourself? I’m a proud Texas native with a passion for learning and helping others grow. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing and a Master’s in Management and Administrative Sciences, which led…

You Can Stockpile Food—But You Can’t Stockpile Trust

Why the EU’s Crisis Preparedness Needs a Digital Backbone The European Union recently urged its citizens to stock up on essentials—water, food, torches, medicine—for at least 72 hours in case of a major disruption. The recommendation, outlined in a report…

Backup Data Resiliency: Backups Alone Aren’t Enough

Every year, March 31st marks another World Backup Day—a timely reminder to check if our data protection strategies are truly ready for today’s volatile cyber landscape. It is an illusion to think that cyber attacks on any industry can be…

Leveraging AI in Financial Services with Resilience and Security

The financial services sector is at a critical juncture as it faces increasing pressure to adopt cutting-edge technologies like AI to stay competitive and relevant. Financial services and financial technology companies are rapidly embracing AI advancements, particularly large language models…

Getting to Know Julio Lemus

Julio, can you tell us a bit about yourself? My name is Julio Lemus and I’m from Guatemala, but am currently living in Panamá. I’m part of the Check Point team for LATAM, covering the territory of Panamá, Venezuela, and…

Keeping Your Head Above Water: Cyber Security and Water

Water is the essence of life, but in today’s digital world, it’s also an increasingly attractive target for cyber criminals. Water treatment plants and distribution systems rely on digital controls, which, if compromised, can lead to disastrous consequences, including contamination,…

Check Point Accelerates Site-to-Site VPN for Azure Virtual WAN

As organizations seek to accelerate their cloud operations, ensuring secure and fast network performance to Azure Virtual WAN has become critically important. Check Point CloudGuard Network Security has now made available enhanced site-to-site VPN that simplifies Azure Virtual WAN network…

Is Firebase Phishing a Threat to Your Organization?

Check Point researchers have uncovered a sophisticated credential harvesting attack that leverages Firebase, a popular web application hosting service. This attack involves the creation of highly convincing and professionally designed phishing web pages that impersonate well-known services. The attackers also…

How Manufacturers Can Turn Security Into a Competitive Advantage

Digitization has significantly changed manufacturing over the past 25 years. The benefits include reducing inventory costs and machine downtime, and boosting throughput and forecasting accuracy. But as digitization has grown in prevalence, so have the security challenges facing manufacturers. This…

The Role of WAF in Fintech & Financial Services

The financial sector serves as the backbone of the global economy, making it one of the most targeted industries for cyber attacks. As online banking, mobile transactions, and fintech innovations expand, cyber threats continue to evolve. Cyber criminals continuously exploit…

Why a Value-Driven Approach Makes Women Strong Leaders

In business, the path to value creation requires more than strategic planning and execution—it demands an ability to connect the dots, anticipate needs, and understand the human elements that drive progress. Women often demonstrate these capabilities through their natural inclination…

Five Reasons Retail Chains Can’t Ignore SASE

Retailers have always relied on technology to improve operations and enhance many aspects of the shopping experience – and that’s truer than ever today. From AI-powered predictive analytics to automated customer service, retailers are increasingly using digital innovations to stay…

Five Reasons to Choose Secure SD-WAN from Check Point

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, businesses are increasingly in need of reliable, secure, and high-performance connectivity. Check Point’s secure SD-WAN solutions offer a comprehensive approach by combining top-notch security with optimized internet and network connectivity, ensuring safe and uninterrupted operations.…

Migrating from Hub and Spoke Network to Azure Virtual WAN

Azure Virtual WAN is a robust network service that combines networking, security, and routing functionalities into a single operational interface. This innovative approach simplifies the complexity of managing multiple connectivity types such as VNet, VPN, remote user, and ExpressRoute connectivity.…

How hunting for vulnerable drivers unraveled a widespread attack

Attackers are increasingly targeting vulnerabilities in drivers, which operate in kernel mode with the highest permissions, to bypass security measures and facilitate further infections. To prevent the abuse of vulnerable drivers, Microsoft’s 2015 policy required new drivers to be signed…

Cyber Criminals Using URL Tricks to Deceive Users

Overview: In a newly observed scam, Check Point researchers found 200,000 phishing emails that abused URL information to obfuscate phishing links. The scam was first observed on January 21st, and remains ongoing, although the daily threat volume is decreasing. Geographically,…

Check Point’s SASE Tops Scores for Threat Prevention

Known malware is dangerous, but the real risk lies in never-before-seen zero day threats that slip past defenses. For companies adopting the SASE security model, effective threat prevention is non-negotiable. That’s why Check Point delivers industry-leading protection for SASE and…

Protecting Hospitals from IoT Threats with Check Point

In today’s healthcare landscape, the integration of Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) devices has revolutionized patient care. However, this technological advancement also introduces significant cyber security risks. One such threat has been highlighted by the US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security…