One of the main advantages of Check Point Harmony SASE is our focus on providing fast deployment that allows our customers to establish a secure cloud network and onboard users in less than an hour. Of course, fast deployment is…
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Important Security Update – Stay Protected Against VPN Information Disclosure (CVE-2024-24919)
Updated: May 28, 2024 at 1PM PT Yesterday (May 27, 2024) we delivered a solution that addresses attempts we saw on a small number of customers’ VPN remote access networks as referenced below. Today, we found the root cause for…
Getting to Know Natalia Vezhevatova
Natalia Vezhevatova is a territory account manager at Check Point with a background in IT account management, sales, and renewals. Read on to learn more about Natalia’s career journey and story. Tell us a bit about your background and role…
The 4 Biggest Challenges for the Hybrid Enterprise and What CISOs Need to Solve Them
Organizations are no longer relegated to centralized datacenters, but most aren’t fully remote or in the cloud: their data and operations increasingly follow a hybrid model. This shift is driven by distributed teams, including branch offices, work from home, and…
Extend & Strengthen DDoS Security Across the Entire Network with Infinity Playblocks
New DDoS attack techniques and trends, including AI, application-level attacks, and cloud vulnerabilities, render traditional DDoS security inadequate against modern attacks. At the same, DDoS attacks have increased by 94% in the last year, after rising by 48% the prior…
Important Security Reminder – Install the Fix to Stay Protected
Over the past week, we’ve been monitoring attempts to gain unauthorized access to VPNs, which we attributed to CVE-2024-24919. We quickly generated a fix which ich ensures these attempts are prevented once installed, and we are urging customers to install…
AI Market Research: The Pivotal Role of Generative AI in Cyber Security
What researchers are learning about GenAI and cyber security AI is the hottest topic in the universe. Pair AI with cyber security and the possibilities (and challenges) are staggering. For many security professionals, it’s a foregone conclusion that incorporating intelligence…
Important Security Update – Stay Protected Against VPN Information Disclosure (CVE-2024-24919)
Updated: May 28, 2024 at 1PM PT Yesterday (May 27, 2024) we delivered a solution that addresses attempts we saw on a small number of customers’ VPN remote access networks as referenced below. Today, we found the root cause for…
From Phish to Phish Phishing: How Email Scams Got Smart
One Phish, Two Phish, Spy Phish, AI Phish: How Email Scams Got Smart If only things were this easy. There’s never been a time where phishing was good, but there was certainly a time where phishing seemed quaint. Back in…
Empowering Women Through Mentoring: Meet Rebecca Frizzarin
Check Point’s EMEA Women’s Mentorship Program is an experience designed to support women in their journey as leaders. Through one-to-one coaching, we aim to help women build confidence, develop career skills, and foster an environment of support and shared success…
Important Security Update – Enhance your VPN Security Posture!
Over the past few months, we have observed increased interest of malicious groups in leveraging remote-access VPN environments as an entry point and attack vector into enterprises. Attackers are motivated to gain access to organizations over remote-access setups so they…
Unveiling CNAPP+P: The Extra Mile in Cyber Defense
Introduction In the fast-evolving landscape of cyber security, where threats loom large and innovation is constant, staying ahead of the curve is imperative. At CPX 2024, a pivotal event in the realm of cyber security hosted by Check Point, a…
AI and Automation in the Race to Reduce Attack Dwell Time
Threat Detection and Incident Response (TDIR) is at the forefront of every Chief Information Security Officer’s (CISO) agenda. The relentless pace of technological advancements and the continuous evolution of cyber threats demand that security leaders stay ahead through constant innovation…
Chinese Espionage Campaign Expands to Target Africa and The Caribbean
Check Point Research (CPR) sees an ongoing cyber espionage campaign focuses on targeting governmental organizations in Africa and the Caribbean. Attributed to a Chinese threat actor Sharp Dragon (formerly Sharp Panda), the campaign adopts Cobalt Strike Beacon as the payload,…
Estimate the financial benefits of using CloudGuard Network Security
As organizations increasingly rely on cloud services for their operations, the need for effective cloud security has become a top priority. In a recent cloud security report, 49% of the survey responders identified cloud firewalls as their primary defensive measure,…
AAPI Heritage Month Spotlight: Archana Ragothaman
In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we are shining a spotlight on Check Point’s AAPI employees. We sat down with Archana Ragothaman, Head of Sales Engineering, US Global Accounts, to learn about how she honors her…
Implement a Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM) Program with Check Point IGS Consulting Services
In today’s constantly evolving threat landscape, it is more important than ever to have a strong security posture in place. Threat actors are becoming more sophisticated and are increasing their rate of attacks – according to Check Point Research, cyber…
Unveiling Void Manticore: Structured Collaboration Between Espionage and Destruction in MOIS
Check Point Research (CPR) has been actively monitoring the activities of Void Manticore, an Iranian threat actor affiliated with the Ministry of Intelligence and Security (MOIS). This threat actor has garnered attention for its involvement in destructive wiping attacks, often…
Connect the Security Dots by CloudGuard Effective Risk Management
Countless of services we use in our daily life are backed by Cloud computing, thanks to its agility and global presence from many cloud service providers nowadays. Although we tend not to realize about their cloud dependency until such services…
5 data security concepts you need to know
Everyone is talking about data security and its importance, but what does that practically look like? Let’s take a look… Our newly released Cloud Security Report showed a startling trend in the data. Data breaches have now surpassed misconfigurations…
PDF-Based Email Threats On the Rise: Fight Back with AI-Powered Prevention
Executive Summary: PDFs have become the dominant vector for malicious attachments, accounting for nearly 3/4th of all malicious files in the last month This marks a staggering rise from 2023, when it accounted for 20% Healthcare is hit the hardest,…
Empowering Women Through Mentoring: Meet Cordelia Allway
Check Point’s EMEA Women’s Mentorship Program is an experience designed to support women in their journey as leaders. Through one-to-one coaching, we aim to help women build confidence, develop career skills, and foster an environment of support and shared success…
Foxit PDF Reader “Flawed Design” : Hidden Dangers Lurking in Common Tools
Heightened vulnerability: Check Point Research has identified an unusual pattern of behavior involving PDF exploitation, mainly targeting users of Foxit PDF Reader. This exploit triggers security warnings that could deceive unsuspecting users into executing harmful commands, exploiting human psychology to…
Check Point Infinity ThreatCloud AI Featured on Fast Company’s 2024 World Changing Ideas List
Check Point is proud to be included in Fast Company’s 2024 World Changing Ideas list for Infinity ThreatCloud AI! As the brains behind the Infinity Platform, ThreatCloud AI was chosen due to its game-changing technology that leverages 50+ AI engines…
Check Point Infinity ThreatCloud AI Featured on Fast Company’s 2024 World Changing Ideas List
Check Point is proud to be included in Fast Company’s 2024 World Changing Ideas list for Infinity ThreatCloud AI! As the brains behind the Infinity Platform, ThreatCloud AI was chosen due to its game-changing technology that leverages 50+ AI engines…
CRN Recognizes three Check Point Channel Stars in its 2024 Women of the Channel list
CRN has recognized Check Point’s Head of Americas Channel Sales, Nisha Holt, for her outstanding achievements as one of the Women of the Channel Power 100. Furthermore, Rebecca James and Lauren Ventura have also earned a spot on the esteemed…
How to Maintain Your Cyber Security Hygiene for a Vulnerability-free Environment
We practice daily routines like brushing our teeth and washing our hands to maintain our physical health. Similarly, the digital landscape has become a breeding ground for sophisticated cyber threats, each requiring specific ‘sanitization’ strategies. Your Organization Must Scrub…
April 2024’s Most Wanted Malware: Surge in Androxgh0st Attacks and the Decline of LockBit3
Researchers recently identified a spike in Androxgh0st attacks, a Trojan that targets Windows, Mac and Linux platforms, which saw it jump straight into second place in the top malware list. Meanwhile, LockBit3 narrowly remains the top ransomware group, despite a…
Five business use cases for evaluating Azure Virtual WAN security solutions
Are you using Microsoft Azure Virtual WAN, or considering using it? If so, what is the best way to secure your Virtual WAN deployments? This is not a trivial question, because not all firewalls are equal or even similar in…
Stop Chasing Breaches: Build a Resilient Security Architecture
You assume your security architecture is secure, it’s not always the case Cyber security vendors play a critical role in protecting the digital landscape. However, security products, too, are not immune from targeted exploits by bad actors. Cyberattacks can happen…
Check Point Protects Enterprises by Accelerating Security for Networks and AI Cloud Infrastructure, in Collaboration with NVIDIA
As cyber threats expand rapidly, enterprises can trust Check Point to deliver accelerated network and cloud security solutions, in collaboration with NVIDIA. By combining Check Point’s experience in advanced threat prevention with NVIDIA’s cutting-edge accelerated computing platforms, enterprises can get…
AAPI Heritage Month Spotlight: Jenny Nguyen
In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we are shining a spotlight on some of our AAPI employees. We sat down with Jenny Nguyen, a campaign operations manager in our Redwood City office, to discuss her favorite…
Drop My VPN – Are You Nuts?
If the title of this post caught your attention, maybe you’ve thought about moving on from your VPN because of performance issues or security concerns but are still researching alternatives. On the other hand, perhaps you actually do think it’s…
Spoofing Shein for Credential Harvesting
Introduction Shein is one of the most popular shopping apps in the world. In fact, it’s the second most downloaded shopping app globally, with over 251 million downloads. The e-commerce platform is Googled more frequently than major brands like Nike…
Unpacking the New DHS Guidelines for Securing Critical Infrastructure from AI-related Threats
Under President Biden’s Executive Order regarding the safe development and use of Artificial Intelligence, the Department of Homeland Security published new guidelines about how to secure critical infrastructure from AI-related threats. The guidelines are focused on three key categories. The…
Extending SASE Protection Into the Browser
If you want to protect your remote workers one of the best places to start is the web browser. It’s the primary portal to our workday for accessing everything from files to SaaS applications or just browsing the web. That’s…
Infinity Global Services’ Cyber Park Introduces “Nemesis” – A Cyber Security Adventure Awaits!
Welcome to a world where every click can lead to an adventure, and every challenge conquered is a step closer to becoming a cyber guardian. Infinity Global Services’ or ‘IGS’ Cyber Park is thrilled to unveil our latest escapade into…
Celebrating 5 Years of Excellence with Check Point’s Hacking Point Program
As we mark the 5th anniversary of the Hacking Point program, a pivotal component of Check Point Infinity Global Services’ (IGS) MASTER pillar, it’s a moment of reflection, celebration, and anticipation. The journey of Hacking Point has been nothing short…
7 Essentials Every Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) Must Have
An interesting side-effect of the proliferation of cloud-native software development is the blurred lines between the roles of InfoSec and DevOps teams in protecting application and user data. Until recently, DevSecOps was mostly about securing and protecting the code, the…
Check Point Awarded AI Security Innovator of the Year at GISEC
In a year marked by rapidly evolving cyber threats, Check Point is thrilled to receive the edge Security Leadership Award for AI Security Innovator of the Year! The edge Security Leadership Award shines a spotlight on industry visionaries who are…
Check Point Named Strategic Leader in AV-Comparatives EPR Report
Check Point Harmony Endpoint has been recognized as a Strategic Leader in AV-Comparatives’ 2023 Endpoint Prevention and Response (EPR) report. This accolade underscores Harmony Endpoint’s exceptional capabilities in proactively defending against advanced cyber threats. The AV-Comparatives EPR report is a…
Protecting Against DDoS Tsunami Attacks
Quantum DDoS Protector helps defend against sophisticated Tsunami DDoS Attacks without downtime or service disruption. Check Point has a long-standing history of protecting numerous customers worldwide from large-scale web DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) attacks, effectively handling large amounts of…
Taking Steps Toward Achieving FedRAMP
The federal, state, local government and education sectors continue to be the most targeted by cyberattacks in the United States. According to Check Point Research, education and research organizations experience 1,248 per week, on average — the most of any…
Getting to Know Netzer Shohet
Netzer Shohet is a Product Manager based in Givatayim, Israel. He joined Check Point as a developer on the IPS infrastructure team in 2005 and currently works on cloud development for our platform that enabled the launch of CloudGuard WAF,…
Earth Day 2024: Securing Our Earth
The critical role that cyber security plays in protecting our planet Cyber security solutions are the silent safeguard of our society, ensuring the smooth operation of economies, businesses, and critical infrastructure that keep the world running. While we often associate…
Miercom NGFW Security Benchmark 2024: Why It Matters for Cloud Network Security
As businesses increasingly transition to the cloud, cloud security is a top priority. Customers tell us that the greater their confidence in their cloud security, the faster they will migrate, and the more workloads they will move to the cloud.…
AI for Risk Discovery: 10 Ways to Make it Work For You
Beyond the buzz of chatbots or personalized recommendations, AI’s profound ability to anticipate and neutralize risks is gaining momentum among organizations. As the vast volumes of data surge and regulations tighten their grip, traditional risk assessment tools falter under the…
Securing the Financial Sector with Check Point Infinity Global Services
The digital transformation has significantly enhanced efficiency within the financial sector, but not without elevating the cyber risk landscape. Recent findings by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) reveal a stark reality: cyberattacks have more than doubled since the pandemic, spotlighting…
Microsoft and Google Top the List in Q1 2024 Phishing Attacks: Check Point Research Highlights a Surge in Cyber Threats
Airbnb’s Entry into Top 10 imitated Brands Signals Expanding Cybercriminal Horizons In the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, phishing attacks continue to pose a significant risk to individuals and organizations worldwide. Check Point Research (CPR), the Threat Intelligence arm of…
Enhancing Open-Source Software Security: Implementing NIST SP800-204d and Leveraging OpenSSF
Navigating the Intersection of Cyber Security and Software Repositories through Standardized Safety Measures As the impact of the open-source software (OSS) community continues to expand, comprehending the interplay between OSS practices and cyber security standards has become paramount. Recentlythe Open…
Shifting Attack Landscapes and Sectors in Q1 2024 with a 28% increase in cyber attacks globally
Recurring increase in cyber attacks: Q1 2024 saw a marked 28% increase in the average number of cyber attacks per organization from the last quarter of 2023, though a 5% increase in Q1 YoY Sustained Industry Attacks focus: The Hardware…
Check Point Supercharges Brisbane Catholic Education’s Security Stack to Improve Threat Detection and Streamline Manageability
March 2024’s Most Wanted Malware: Hackers Discover New Infection Chain Method to Deliver Remcos
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Protecting the weakest link: how human errors can put a company in risk
According to “The Global Risks Report 2022” 95% of cybersecurity issues originate from human errors. Check Point Software highlights essential measures that companies must implement to ensure their protection. In today’s digital age, cybersecurity has become a priority for businesses,…
Mastering The DevOps Toolchain: 10 Essential to Build a DevOps Assembly Line
DevOps is more than just a buzzword and the dev behind the magic is more than just a tech wizard who orchestrates software delivery single-handedly. Behind the curtains is an assembly line of toolchains that makes DevOps possible. 44% of…
Not So Private After All: How Dating Apps Can Reveal Your Exact Location
Check Point Research (CPR) recently analyzed several popular dating applications with over 10 million downloads combined in order to understand how safe they are for users. As dating apps traditionally utilize geolocation data, offering the opportunity to connect with people…
Empowering Your Team: 5 Ways Internally Marketing Security Policies can Benefit Your Organization
The History: Why the frustration User frustration with company security policies is a tale as old as the policies themselves. Initially, security measures were rudimentary, often involving simple password protection and basic access controls. However, as technology advanced and cyber…
Top GenAI Threats – and why Zero Trust AI Access is the Future
Large Language Models (LLMs) are revolutionizing the way we interact with technology. As a result, SaaS vendors are vying for a competitive edge by integrating AI features, offering enterprises tools such as AI-based sales insights or coding co-pilots. Traditionally, zero-trust…
Empowering Your Team: 5 ways internally marketing security policies can benefit your organization
The History: Why the frustration User frustration with company security policies is a tale as old as the policies themselves. Initially, security measures were rudimentary, often involving simple password protection and basic access controls. However, as technology advanced and cyber…
Beyond Imagining – How AI is actively used in election campaigns around the world
Key Findings AI is already extensively utilized in election campaigns worldwide. Deepfakes and voice cloning have been employed in elections in three main venues: By candidates for self-promotion. By candidates to attack and defame political opponents. By foreign nation-state actors…
Check Point Software: Pioneering Vision in Endpoint Protection
We’re excited to share that Check Point has been recognized as a Visionary in the 2023 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Endpoint Protection Platforms. We believe, this recognition not only reinforces our deep understanding of the market, but also acknowledges…
World Backup Day 2024: Navigating the Future of Cyber security with Cloud Solutions
March 31st marks the celebration of World Backup Day, a timely reminder of the importance of securing critical data in today’s digital landscape. In a world where “data is the new oil’ as businesses rely heavily on information and data…
PyPI Inundated by Malicious Typosquatting Campaign
Highlights: PiPI is one of the largest Indexes, with more than 800,000 users Check Point CloudGuard identified a typosquatting campaign on PyPI, comprising over 500 malicious packages. Installation of these packages exposed users to potential theft of their personally identifiable…
Getting to Know Emma Pember
Emma Pember is a Lead Professional Services Consultant in the ANZ Infinity Global Services team, based in Perth, Australia. She works with customers in the APAC region, specializing in Maestro and VSX deployments. Emma has been with Check Point PS…
Check Point Software Technologies Recognized as a Top Leader in Frost Radar™ 2024 Global Managed Detection and Response Report
Check Point Software proudly announced that it has been named a Growth and Innovation Leader in the Frost Radar™ Global Managed Detection and Response 2024 Report. Check Point has demonstrated the impressive capabilities of its Infinity MDR/MPR, empowering organizations with…
Beware the Tax Scam Tsunami: Unmasking QR Code schemes, Bogus Refunds and AI imposters
It’s tax season, that wonderful time of year when a refund check might be showing up in your mailbox—or going out to be sent to the government. Around the world, many countries are gearing up for tax time. This becomes…
Check Point Software Technologies Recognized as a Top Leader in Frost Radar™ 2024 Global Managed Detection and Response Report
Check Point Software proudly announced that it has been named a Growth and Innovation Leader in the Frost Radar™ Global Managed Detection and Response 2024 Report. Check Point has demonstrated the impressive capabilities of its Infinity MDR/MPR, empowering organizations with…
Check Point Software Technologies Recognized as a Top Leader in Frost Radar™ 2024 Global Managed Detection and Response Report
Check Point Software proudly announced that it has been named a Growth and Innovation Leader in the Frost Radar™ Global Managed Detection and Response 2024 Report. Check Point has demonstrated the impressive capabilities of its Infinity MDR/MPR, empowering organizations with…
Check Point Software Technologies Recognized as a Top Leader in Frost Radar™ 2024 Global Managed Detection and Response Report
Check Point Software proudly announced that it has been named a Growth and Innovation Leader in the Frost Radar™ Global Managed Detection and Response 2024 Report. Check Point has demonstrated the impressive capabilities of its Infinity MDR/MPR, empowering organizations with…
Check Point Software Technologies Recognized as a Top Leader in Frost Radar™ 2024 Global Managed Detection and Response Report
Check Point Software proudly announced that it has been named a Growth and Innovation Leader in the Frost Radar™ Global Managed Detection and Response 2024 Report. Check Point has demonstrated the impressive capabilities of its Infinity MDR/MPR, empowering organizations with…
Check Point Software Technologies Recognized as a Top Leader in Frost Radar™ 2024 Global Managed Detection and Response Report
Check Point Software proudly announced that it has been named a Growth and Innovation Leader in the Frost Radar™ Global Managed Detection and Response 2024 Report. Check Point has demonstrated the impressive capabilities of its Infinity MDR/MPR, empowering organizations with…
Check Point Software Technologies Recognized as a Top Leader in Frost Radar™ 2024 Global Managed Detection and Response Report
Check Point Software proudly announced that it has been named a Growth and Innovation Leader in the Frost Radar™ Global Managed Detection and Response 2024 Report. Check Point has demonstrated the impressive capabilities of its Infinity MDR/MPR, empowering organizations with…
Check Point Software Technologies Recognized as a Top Leader in Frost Radar™ 2024 Global Managed Detection and Response Report
Check Point Software proudly announced that it has been named a Growth and Innovation Leader in the Frost Radar™ Global Managed Detection and Response 2024 Report. Check Point has demonstrated the impressive capabilities of its Infinity MDR/MPR, empowering organizations with…
Check Point Software Technologies Recognized as a Top Leader in Frost Radar™ 2024 Global Managed Detection and Response Report
Check Point Software proudly announced that it has been named a Growth and Innovation Leader in the Frost Radar™ Global Managed Detection and Response 2024 Report. Check Point has demonstrated the impressive capabilities of its Infinity MDR/MPR, empowering organizations with…
Check Point Software Technologies Recognized as a Top Leader in Frost Radar™ 2024 Global Managed Detection and Response Report
Check Point Software proudly announced that it has been named a Growth and Innovation Leader in the Frost Radar™ Global Managed Detection and Response 2024 Report. Check Point has demonstrated the impressive capabilities of its Infinity MDR/MPR, empowering organizations with…
Check Point Software Technologies Recognized as a Top Leader in Frost Radar™ 2024 Global Managed Detection and Response Report
Check Point Software proudly announced that it has been named a Growth and Innovation Leader in the Frost Radar™ Global Managed Detection and Response 2024 Report. Check Point has demonstrated the impressive capabilities of its Infinity MDR/MPR, empowering organizations with…
Check Point Software Technologies Recognized as a Top Leader in Frost Radar™ 2024 Global Managed Detection and Response Report
Check Point Software proudly announced that it has been named a Growth and Innovation Leader in the Frost Radar™ Global Managed Detection and Response 2024 Report. Check Point has demonstrated the impressive capabilities of its Infinity MDR/MPR, empowering organizations with…
Check Point Software Technologies Recognized as a Top Leader in Frost Radar™ 2024 Global Managed Detection and Response Report
Check Point Software proudly announced that it has been named a Growth and Innovation Leader in the Frost Radar™ Global Managed Detection and Response 2024 Report. Check Point has demonstrated the impressive capabilities of its Infinity MDR/MPR, empowering organizations with…
Check Point Software Technologies Recognized as a Top Leader in Frost Radar™ 2024 Global Managed Detection and Response Report
Check Point Software proudly announced that it has been named a Growth and Innovation Leader in the Frost Radar™ Global Managed Detection and Response 2024 Report. Check Point has demonstrated the impressive capabilities of its Infinity MDR/MPR, empowering organizations with…
US and UK Governments Take Stand Against APT31, State-Affiliated Hacking Group
On Monday, the Biden administration announced a criminal indictment and sanctions against a group of Chinese hackers for their role in allegedly conducting hacks against companies in the US, as well as government officials. The US government charged seven hackers,…
Top Zero Trust Platforms Evaluated by Miercom: Check Point Ranks #1
Implementing a Zero Trust security posture is an expected best practice, but platforms can differ considerably in security effectiveness, ease-of-use, and breadth of capabilities. Miercom, a leading independent network and security testing firm, evaluated the top five security platforms to…
Making Sport of Sports: The Growing Cyber Threat to Global Sports Events in 2024
As the global sports calendar turns its pages to the eagerly awaited Olympic Games in Paris and the EURO 2024 Cup in Germany, an ominous shadow threatens to tarnish these spectacles. The trend of cyber attacks on sports events has…
Check Point Wins First Place in Head-to-Head Firewall Testing Miercom 2024 NGFW Firewall Security Benchmark
Enterprise network firewalls are critical to a cyber defense posture. The decision of choosing a firewall is based on multiple factors, including vendor reputation, operational flexibility, policy and firewall management capabilities, and price/value. Equally important are performance test results that…
Embrace the Future of Remote Access: Transitioning from Legacy VPNs to SASE
Cisco will cease providing patches and maintenance updates for AnyConnect clients on March 31, 2024. Any customers still using these clients will be exposed to risk should new vulnerabilities be discovered. You could also end up with limited functionality if…
The Hidden Risks Within Ethereum’s CREATE2 Function: A Guide to Navigating Blockchain Security
By Oded Vanunu, Dikla Barda, Roman Zaikin The digital age has ushered in a wave of technological innovations, with blockchain technology standing at the forefront of this digital revolution. Ethereum, a key player in this space, has been pivotal in…
Phishing Through Venmo
Introduction Venmo is one of the most popular payment apps in the world. Owned by PayPal, Venmo is an easy way for friends to send money back and forth. It’s also used by many businesses, and the app’s social network…
Shield Your Documents: Introducing DocLink Defender for Real-Time Malware Blockade
Highlights: 1. Innovative Real-Time Protection: DocLink Defender leverages the latest in analytical technology to intercept and neutralize malicious documents instantly. By safeguarding systems from the get-go, it provides an impenetrable shield against potential malware infections. 2. Proven Defense Against Advanced…
February 2024’s Most Wanted Malware: WordPress Websites Targeted by Fresh FakeUpdates Campaign
Researchers uncovered a new campaign with FakeUpdates, also known as SocGolish, targeting and compromising WordPress websites with hacked admin accounts. Meanwhile, Play entered the top three of most wanted ransomware groups and education remained the most attacked sector worldwide Our…
Check Point Research Alerts: Financially Motivated Magnet Goblin Group Exploits 1-Day Vulnerabilities to target Publicly Facing Servers
Key Highlights: – Rapid Exploitation of 1-Day Vulnerabilities: Threat actor group Magnet Goblin’s hallmark is its ability to swiftly leverage newly disclosed vulnerabilities, particularly targeting public-facing servers and edge devices. In some cases, the deployment of the exploits is within…
Women and cyber security: a must to boost the future
Women represented only 25% of the cyber security workforce in 2023. 20% of Check Point Software´s Vice Presidents globally are women, beyond the industry standard of 16%. On International Women’s Day, Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: CHKP), a leading…
The Future of Cybersecurity in the Age of Generative AI: Insights and Projections from a recent ESG research
Main Highlights: Security professionals express cautious optimism about the potential of generative AI to bolster cybersecurity defenses, acknowledging its ability to enhance operational efficiency and threat response. Organizations are proactively developing governance structures for generative AI, recognizing the importance of…
Top 6 SaaS Breach Vectors and How to Prevent Them
On average, IT teams are only aware of 20% of the SaaS applications used in their organizations1. If standard controls could be easily applied to SaaS apps, then this number would be little cause for concern. However, the frequency of…
Congratulating Check Point’s CPX Americas Partner Award Winners
2023 was the year of mega ransomware attacks and AI-fueled cyber threats with 1 in 10 organizations worldwide plagued by attempted ransomware attacks. Our partners were there to support and guide customers amidst the growing threat landscape and new cyber…
New IDC survey confirms how far CISOs have evolved
Savvy security leaders must enable the business and protect their organizations In November 2023, IDC conducted an extensive global survey with 847 security leaders across 17 countries to better identify their roles, responsibilities, and the realities they face on the…
Navigating the Evolution of Cybersecurity: The Leap from NIST 1 to NIST 2
In the rapidly evolving world of cybersecurity, staying ahead of threats requires constant vigilance and adaptation. As a leader in strategic consulting and provider of comprehensive NIST cyber risk assessments, we’re excited to announce the upcoming release of our modified…
PCI Compliance Levels: A Developer’s Guide to PCI Compliance
Compliance is something that developers dislike. Traditionally led by risk and information security teams, compliance standard enforcement in organizations is not something software engineers are trained to do. So when the words “PCI compliance” are tossed around, for many developers…
A Shadowed Menace : The Escalation of Web API Cyber Attacks in 2024
Highlights: Significant Increase in Attacks: In the first month of 2024, attempts to attack Web APIs impacted 1 in 4.6 organizations worldwide every week, marking a 20% increase compared to January 2023, highlighting the growing risk associated with API vulnerabilities. Industry-Wide…
VirusTotal Threat Intelligence Now Seamlessly Integrated in Infinity XDR/XPR
Check Point Technologies announces VirusTotal threat intelligence is now an integral part of Infinity XDR/XPR prevention-first security operations platform. Security teams and SOC analysts depend on high quality threat intelligence from multiple sources to investigate indicators of compromise (IOCs) and…
CloudGuard Streamlines Azure Virtual WAN security with Direct Ingress
As Azure Virtual WAN continues to gain popularity among enterprise customers with distributed and complex IT environments, the need for a comprehensive, consolidated, and collaborative security solution to protect these deployments becomes even more crucial. Check Point CloudGuard provides customers…