Category: Cyber Defense Magazine

A CISO’s Guide to Managing Cyber Risk in Healthcare

Now more than ever before, our healthcare data is under attack. Of all of the sensitive information available on the dark web, medical records are among the most expensive, costing on… The post A CISO’s Guide to Managing Cyber Risk in…

Ransomware Tactics Are Shifting. Here’s How to Keep Up

It’s common knowledge in the cybersecurity industry that ransomware is on the rise, with median demands rising 20% year-over-year across virtually all industries. But it’s not only the ransom sums… The post Ransomware Tactics Are Shifting. Here’s How to Keep…

Boost Operational Resilience: Proactive Security with CORA Best Practices

On almost a monthly basis, the US Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) publishes advisories about the latest cybersecurity risks, attacks and vulnerabilities to help organizations defend and protect themselves… The post Boost Operational Resilience: Proactive Security with CORA Best…

Using Artificial Intelligence for Strengthening Email Security

Today, email-based attacks are increasingly sophisticated, however artificial intelligence (AI) can offer vital defense. With AI use, organizations can counteract advanced phishing, ransomware, and business email compromise (BEC) schemes that… The post Using Artificial Intelligence for Strengthening Email Security appeared…

Innovator Spotlight: Oleria

Identity’s New Frontier: How CISOs Can Navigate the Complex Landscape of Modern Access Management The cybersecurity battlefield has shifted. No longer are perimeter defenses and traditional identity management sufficient to… The post Innovator Spotlight: Oleria appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: Straiker

The AI Security Frontier: Protecting Tomorrow’s Digital Landscape Cybersecurity leaders are facing an unprecedented challenge. As artificial intelligence transforms how organizations operate, a new breed of security solutions is emerging… The post Innovator Spotlight: Straiker appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: Xcape

Continuous Vulnerability Management: The New Cybersecurity Imperative Security leaders are drowning in data but starving for actionable insights. Traditional penetration testing has become a snapshot of vulnerability that expires faster… The post Innovator Spotlight: Xcape appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: Corelight

The Network’s Hidden Battlefield: Rethinking Cybersecurity Defense Modern cyber threats are no longer knocking at the perimeter – they’re already inside. The traditional security paradigm has fundamentally shifted, and CISOs… The post Innovator Spotlight: Corelight appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Exploring Key Technology Trends for 2024

Fast forward to today, and the importance of staying current with the latest tech trends can’t be overstated – it’s the difference between thriving and struggling to keep up. Professionals… The post Exploring Key Technology Trends for 2024 appeared first…

Software Supply Chain Attacks

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, software supply chain attacks are becoming increasingly common—and more sophisticated. The XZ backdoor attack, though largely contained, served as a stark reminder that the… The post Software Supply Chain Attacks appeared first on Cyber…

Innovator Spotlight: Seraphic

Reinventing Browser Security for the Enterprise The Browser: Enterprise’s Biggest Blind Spot On any given day, the humble web browser is where business happens – email, SaaS apps, file sharing,… The post Innovator Spotlight: Seraphic appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: Darwinium

The Digital Battlefield: How AI is Reshaping Cybersecurity and Fraud Prevention Crocodiles aren’t the only predators lurking in the shadows anymore. Today’s most dangerous hunters wear digital camouflage, wielding artificial… The post Innovator Spotlight: Darwinium appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Finding Agility in Post Quantum Encryption (PQC)

In an era where data security is paramount, current encryption algorithms are sufficient to safeguard sensitive information. However, the advent of quantum computing, especially in the hands of malicious actors,… The post Finding Agility in Post Quantum Encryption (PQC) appeared…

Unbreakable? Defending Data in A Quantum-powered World

Imagine a world where today’s encryption, the very foundation of digital trust, can be unraveled in seconds. This isn’t science fiction – it’s the promise and peril of quantum computing…. The post Unbreakable? Defending Data in A Quantum-powered World appeared…

A Fool with a Tool is still a Fool

In the world of cybersecurity, the adage “a fool with a tool is still a fool” serves as a potent reminder that technology alone, no matter how advanced, cannot compensate… The post A Fool with a Tool is still a…

AI In Small Business Cybersecurity: Affordable and Effective Solutions

SMBs are particularly vulnerable to cyberattacks. Here are alarming statistics from SecureWorld that should make Small- to Medium-sized Businesses immediately review their cybersecurity protocols: 46 percent of cyber breaches target businesses with… The post AI In Small Business Cybersecurity: Affordable and Effective…

Hollywood’s Battle Against Digital Threats

The adage “content is king” holds particularly true for the entertainment industry. Millions of people across the globe pursue film, video streaming and musical content, making these digital assets incredibly valuable… The post Hollywood’s Battle Against Digital Threats appeared first on…

Artificial Intelligence Isn’t a Silver Bullet

Unless you’ve been living on a desert island or in a cave for the past several years, you’ve surely heard and read about the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI)…. The post Artificial Intelligence Isn’t a Silver Bullet appeared first…

Innovator Spotlight: SwissBit

Securing the Digital Frontier: How Micro Storage Technology is Rewriting Cybersecurity Protocols The physical security of digital assets has long been the forgotten stepchild of cybersecurity strategy. While CISOs obsess… The post Innovator Spotlight: SwissBit appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: 360 Privacy

The Future of Cyber Resilience The algorithms are hunting us. Not with malicious code, but with something far more insidious. During a recent Black Hat Conference roundtable hosted by Chuck… The post Innovator Spotlight: 360 Privacy appeared first on Cyber…

Innovator Spotlight: Harness

Securing the Digital Frontier: How AI is Reshaping Application Security The software development landscape is transforming at breakneck speed. Developers now generate code faster than ever, but this acceleration comes… The post Innovator Spotlight: Harness appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Safeguarding the Code That Drives Modern Vehicles

The automotive landscape has evolved dramatically, from mechanical marvels to sophisticated platforms on wheels driven by intricate computer systems. Surprisingly, these vehicles are governed by over 100 million lines of… The post Safeguarding the Code That Drives Modern Vehicles appeared…

Innovator Spotlight: Whalebone

Cybersecurity DNS Security for a Safer Digital Life Whalebone is redefining how telcos, ISPs, and enterprises protect their customers in a world where every device is online and every click… The post Innovator Spotlight: Whalebone appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: OPSWAT

Zero Trust: The Unsung Hero of Cybersecurity Cybersecurity professionals are drowning in complexity. Acronyms fly like digital confetti, vendors promise silver bullets, and CISOs find themselves perpetually playing catch-up with… The post Innovator Spotlight: OPSWAT appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: NetBrain

Network Visibility: The Silent Guardian of Cybersecurity Network complexity is killing enterprise security teams. Buried under mountains of configuration data, manual processes, and endless troubleshooting, cybersecurity professionals are drowning in… The post Innovator Spotlight: NetBrain appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: Concentric AI

Data Security’s New Frontier: How Generative AI is Rewriting the Cybersecurity Playbook Semantic Intelligence™ utilizes context-aware AI to discover structured and unstructured data across cloud and on-prem environments. The “Content… The post Innovator Spotlight: Concentric AI appeared first on Cyber…

Innovator Spotlight: Portnox

Network Security Reimagined: How Portnox is Solving the NAC Nightmare Security professionals have long wrestled with network access control (NAC) solutions that promise more pain than protection.  Traditional NAC deployments… The post Innovator Spotlight: Portnox appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: Adaptive Security

The AI Threat Landscape: How Adaptive Security is Redefining Cyber Defense Cybersecurity professionals are facing an unprecedented challenge. The rise of generative AI has transformed attack vectors from theoretical risks… The post Innovator Spotlight: Adaptive Security appeared first on Cyber…

Innovator Spotlight: Dune Security

The Silent Threat: Reimagining User Security in the Age of AI Cybersecurity professionals have long battled an invisible enemy: human vulnerability. Traditional security awareness training has become a predictable dance… The post Innovator Spotlight: Dune Security appeared first on Cyber…

Fake (Hallucinated) Remote Code Execution (RCEs) in LLM Applications

Introduction As agents become integrated with more advanced functionality, such as code generation, you will see more Remote Code Execution (RCE)/Command Injection vulnerabilities in LLM applications. However, LLMs can hallucinate… The post Fake (Hallucinated) Remote Code Execution (RCEs) in LLM…

Innovator Spotlight: DataKrypto

The Silent Threat: Why Your AI Could Be Your Biggest Security Vulnerability Imagine a digital Trojan horse sitting right in the heart of your organization’s most valuable asset – your… The post Innovator Spotlight: DataKrypto appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: Skyhawk Security

Cloud Security’s New Frontier: How Generative AI is Transforming Threat Detection The cybersecurity landscape is shifting beneath our feet. Traditional perimeter defenses are crumbling, and cloud environments have become increasingly… The post Innovator Spotlight: Skyhawk Security appeared first on Cyber…

Innovator Spotlight: Plainsea

Continuous Pen Testing: The AI Revolution in Cybersecurity Cybersecurity leaders have long wrestled with a fundamental challenge: how to stay ahead of evolving digital threats while managing limited resources and… The post Innovator Spotlight: Plainsea appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: StrikeReady

Security’s Silent Revolution: How StrikeReady is Transforming SOC Operations Security operations centers (SOCs) have long been the unsung heroes of cybersecurity, battling endless alerts and wrestling with fragmented toolsets. But… The post Innovator Spotlight: StrikeReady appeared first on Cyber Defense…

How Businesses Can Protect Themselves Against Data Breaches

The Threat Landscape According to the Identity Theft Resource Center, one billion people have been victims of a data breach in just the second quarter of 2024. Businesses must have… The post How Businesses Can Protect Themselves Against Data Breaches…

Banking-as-a-Service

BaaS on a Global Scale Banking-as-a-Service (BaaS) solutions bring exciting new revenue streams to the banking world. This partnership model enables many new digital banks to run on reduced customer… The post Banking-as-a-Service appeared first on Cyber Defense Magazine. This…

Reduce Fraud Risk with Effective Identity Verification

In a world where transactions occur smoothly across borders and platforms, the need for robust fraud and risk management strategies has become critical. As technology advances, so do the tactics used by… The post Reduce Fraud Risk with Effective Identity Verification appeared…

Innovator Spotlight: ManageEngine

 Unifying IT Management and Security with ManageEngine In today’s digital landscape, IT can feel like juggling flaming torches, one wrong move and the consequences can be costly. From managing endpoints,… The post Innovator Spotlight: ManageEngine appeared first on Cyber Defense…

You Can’t Protect What You Can’t See

A business ecosystem is a borderless entity. Where organizations operate across vast, global networks, achieving a comprehensive view of their digital operations is a major challenge. Security leads, faced with… The post You Can’t Protect What You Can’t See appeared…

Innovator Spotlight: CSide

Securing the Browser’s Blind Spot By Victoria Hargrove, CDM Reporter What CSide Does Most security stacks fortify servers, databases, and internal apps. CSide (Client-side Development, Inc. aka c/side) targets the… The post Innovator Spotlight: CSide appeared first on Cyber Defense…

CMMC 2.0 Final Rule Released – Get Prepared Now!

In a significant step to secure the defense industrial base (DIB), the Department of Defense (DoD) has officially released the long-anticipated Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Final Rule, which was… The post CMMC 2.0 Final Rule Released – Get Prepared…

Black Hat Ignites Under Vegas Lights

Driving through the quiet, endless beauty of the Nevada desert, I let the raspy voice of Jim Morrison carry me forward. “The End” played as the final song before I… The post Black Hat Ignites Under Vegas Lights appeared first…

How Dealerships Can Protect Their Customers’ Financial Data

Dealerships handle sensitive information, such as credit applications and personal financial records, daily. A data breach can lead to profound consequences for both the dealership and its customers. Dealerships can… The post How Dealerships Can Protect Their Customers’ Financial Data…

Managing Technical Sprawl to Enhance Security of Healthcare Data

The healthcare industry, one of the most targeted for data breaches, is facing an escalating crisis. According to the White House, cyberattacks against the American healthcare system rose 128% from 2022… The post Managing Technical Sprawl to Enhance Security of Healthcare…

Innovator Spotlight: Backslash Security

Securing the Future of AI Powered Coding:  Where Speed Meets Risk The rise of AI powered coding tools like Cursor and Windsurf have kicked off what many are calling the “vibe… The post Innovator Spotlight: Backslash Security appeared first on Cyber…

Federal Agency Makes Steampunk Appearance at Black Hat 2025

by Gary Miliefsky, Publisher, Cyber Defense Magazine Every year, Black Hat showcases not just the latest innovations and products from the cybersecurity industry but also the presence of major government… The post Federal Agency Makes Steampunk Appearance at Black Hat…

The Importance of Customer Empathy and Direction in the Cybersecurity Industry

Customer support is crucial throughout information technology, and nowhere more so than cybersecurity. As customers defend their environments from sophisticated, well-funded adversaries and an ever-evolving threat landscape, cybersecurity vendors become… The post The Importance of Customer Empathy and Direction in…

Securing The Flow of Data In The Era Of Smart Manufacturing

Digital transformation is occurring across all industries at an unprecedented rate. IDC revealed that worldwide spending on IoT will surpass $1 trillion in 2026 with AI spending following this trend as it is projected… The post Securing The Flow of Data In The Era…

The Dark Side of Digital Advertising: Cyber Threats In 2025

In 2025, a simple online search can lead to more than just information—it could expose you to the latest trend in cybercrime: malvertising. This evolved form of online deception has… The post The Dark Side of Digital Advertising: Cyber Threats…

7 Considerations for Disaster Recovery Plans for Remote Workforces

A disaster recovery plan is essential for businesses operating remote or hybrid workforces. The need for these plans has increased as more companies shift to decentralized teams. Remote employees are… The post 7 Considerations for Disaster Recovery Plans for Remote…

Zero Trust: A Strong Strategy for Secure Enterprise

Zero trust frameworks challenge traditional perimeter-based security models by adopting a “never trust, always verify” approach. Unlike legacy security systems, zero trust requires continuous identity verification, strict least-privilege access controls,… The post Zero Trust: A Strong Strategy for Secure Enterprise…

The Power of Identity Analytics to Transform Your ID Management

Digital identities continue proliferating throughout modern organizations and are a significant target for bad actors. Stolen identities and privileged access credentials account for most data breaches. In fact, identities and… The post The Power of Identity Analytics to Transform Your…

Quantum Threat Is Real: Act Now with Post Quantum Cryptography

Why Businesses Must Upgrade to Quantum-Safe Encryption Before It’s Too Late Cybersecurity has always had to keep pace with the evolution of cyberattacks. These attacks started gaining prominence in the… The post Quantum Threat Is Real: Act Now with Post…

Stopping Fraud: What Does Email Got to Do with It?

With 7.9 billion email accounts worldwide and 4.3 billion active users, emails now play an essential role in fraud detection and identity verification. Businesses leverage email not just for communication but also as… The post Stopping Fraud: What Does Email Got to Do…

The Looming Domino Effect of Cyberattacks on Energy and Utilities

When systems go dark and become unavailable, consumers and operators may feel frustration, panic, and anger. When there is disruption to energy and utilities that affects homes, businesses, and entire… The post The Looming Domino Effect of Cyberattacks on Energy…

The Impact of Cloud computing in 2025

Key Trends Driving Cloud Computing in 2025 Smarter Cloud Tools with AI Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) have become embedded into core cloud offerings. In fact, A Gartner… The post The Impact of Cloud computing in 2025 appeared…

The Hidden Danger: Secrets Sprawl Beyond the Codebase

GitGuardian’s 2025 State of Secrets Sprawl Report reveals an alarming expansion of credential exposure across enterprise environments, with collaboration tools emerging as a critical yet overlooked vulnerability. Secrets Sprawl Reaches… The post The Hidden Danger: Secrets Sprawl Beyond the Codebase…

Telcom Security: The Intersection of Critical Infrastructure

Telecommunications service providers (TSP) are foundational to the functioning of our modern technical society, serving as the conduit through which many critical infrastructure sectors maintain communication, coordination, and control. While… The post Telcom Security: The Intersection of Critical Infrastructure appeared…