The purpose of this document is to provide a comprehensive template for organizations seeking to assess their compliance with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework (CSF). The NIST CSF is a voluntary framework that consists of…
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Chinese Threat Actors Concealed in US Infrastructure Networks
According to a joint alert from CISA, the NSA, the FBI, and partner Five Eyes organizations, the Chinese cyberespionage group Volt Typhoon entered a critical infrastructure network in the United States and remained undiscovered for at least five years before…
Insider Data Breach at Verizon Affects Over 63,000 Employees
An insider data breach at Verizon has compromised the personal information of more than 63,000 employees, nearly half of the company’s global workforce. The telecommunications giant disclosed the incident in a Data Breach Notification with the Office of the Maine…
The 11 Best Identity and Access Management Tools (2024)
Demand for Identity and Access Management tools is booming. According to data website Statista, the market for this technology is set to reach over USD $43 billion by 2029 – almost triple the 2022 level. Today, there are dozens of…
Ransomware Payments New Record Exceeds $905 Million Peak by over 11%
New Chainalysis warns of ransomware payments raised above above $1.1 billion in 2023 and reached a new record. The $983 million previous peak was set in 2021, while in 2022 the ransomware payments dropped to $567. Chainalysis puts the unusual…
Free & Downloadable Cybersecurity Incident Response Plan Templates
An effective cybersecurity incident response plan (IRP) can be the difference between a minor disruption and a major crisis. This article provides you with comprehensive IRP templates in PDF, Word, and Google Docs formats to ensure your organization can quickly…
AnyDesk System Breach Raises Concerns Among MSP Users
AnyDesk confirmed recently that a cyberattack has affected their product systems. The hackers accessed the source code and private code signing keys. Initially, the 170,000 customers remote access software company claimed an unplanned maintenance to explain why client logins failed…
Free & Downloadable Cybersecurity Risk Assessment Templates
Securing digital assets has never been more critical. This guide offers direct access to indispensable cybersecurity risk assessment templates in PDF, Word, and Google Docs formats, enabling organizations and individuals to fortify their digital defenses effectively and efficiently. What are…
A Guide to Effective Cloud Privileged Access Management
Over the last decade, the cloud has gone from being a radical, disruptive new technology to becoming the default setting for organizations of all shapes and sizes. The days of enterprises and heavily regulated companies citing security as the main…
Main Types of Patch Management Solutions: A Decision-Making Guide
Choosing between the different types of patch management solutions impacts the effort your IT team must make to keep the system safe. There’s no one-size-fits-all with patch management software, so you’ll need to evaluate your company’s profile first. Once you…
Privileged Accounts 101: Everything You Need to Know
Privileged accounts are one of the most common entry points for hackers. The profusion of accounts in an organization and the difficulty of managing them creates a unique target for malicious actors. Securing these accounts, therefore, is a key tenent…
Cloudflare Falls Victim to Cyberattack Leveraging Credentials from Okta Breach
Cloudflare disclosed a security breach today, revealing that a suspected nation-state attacker infiltrated its internal Atlassian server. The attack, which began on November 14, compromised Cloudflare’s Confluence wiki, Jira bug database, and Bitbucket source code management system. How did attackers…
Heimdal Partners with Jupiter Technology to Distribute Cybersecurity Solutions in Japan
We have partnered with Jupiter Technology Corporation, who will distribute our cybersecurity products across Japan as part of a long-term sales and distribution agreement. Jupiter Technology will sell the Heimdal XDR Unified Security Platform, marketed as the ‘Heimdal Security Suite’.…
Top 11 Privileged Access Management Solutions (2024)
Looking to find the right privileged access management (PAM) solution for your organization? Well, you’ve certainly come to the right place… PAM tools play a key role in any modern cybersecurity strategy. Without them, you can’t hope to protect yourself…
10 Best Privileged Identity Management Tools (2024)
The Importance of Choosing the Right Privilege Identity Management Solution The essence of effective Privileged Identity Management (PIM) lies not in identity or management but in privilege. A robust PIM system focuses on identifying those who should, and equally importantly,…
Free and Downloadable Threat & Vulnerability Management Templates
Threat and Vulnerability Management plays a crucial role in safeguarding information systems. It involves identifying, assessing, and mitigating vulnerabilities in software, hardware, and organizational processes. Effective TVM not only anticipates and counters potential cyber threats but also ensures compliance with…
Keenan Data Breach Puts Personal Data Of 1.5 Million People at Risk
Keenan data breach exposes sensitive data belonging to 1,509,616 individuals. The insurance broker company notified the impacted customers and employees on January 26th, 2024. According to the data breach notification, the hackers gained access to Keenan`s network on August 21st,…
Cactus Ransomware behind Schneider Electrics Data Breach
Cactus Ransomware claims responsibility for the January 17th Schneider Electric data breach. Schneider Electric confirms hackers got access to their Resource Advisor cloud platform. The French-based energy giant says the attack only hit their Sustainability Business division. The platform holds…
Heimdal® Launches Partner NEXUS: A Unified and Global Partner Program for Collective Success
The Heimdal Partner NEXUS program is now live. NEXUS, or the ‘Network of Excellence, Unity, and Safeguarding’ is a global initiative designed to enhance cybersecurity partnerships. Tailored for resellers, distributors, and MSP/MSSPs, it aims to improve customer security and expand…
10 Best User Access Review Software (2024)
With data breaches on the rise, it’s important to limit access to your organization’s sensitive data. A user access review software can help you do so. This article provides you with a comprehensive overview of the 10 best User Access…