Category: Security Boulevard

U.S. Rep Proposes Cyber Privateers to Fight Foreign Cyberthreats

A GOP congressman from Arizona has filed legislation to allow U.S. presidents to license private cyber experts to investigate cyberattacks against U.S. organizations and citizens and recover stolen assets through a centuries-old tactic used in the Age of Sail, when…

Privileged Access Management Software Solutions

Explore top Privileged Access Management (PAM) software solutions, their key features, implementation challenges, and integration with SSO & CIAM. A guide for CTOs & VP Engineering. The post Privileged Access Management Software Solutions appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article…

Managing Users without Tokens in Passwordless Systems

Explore user management strategies in passwordless authentication systems that don’t rely on tokens. Learn about biometric authentication, device binding, and more. The post Managing Users without Tokens in Passwordless Systems appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed…

What is OTP Authentication? A Simple Guide

Introduction Let’s be honest — passwords are kind of a pain. We’re told to create long, complicated ones with numbers, […] The post What is OTP Authentication? A Simple Guide appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed…

Scraping At Carrier Scale: Why Mobile IPs Outperform Datacenter IPs

Learn why mobile IPs outperform datacenter IPs for large-scale scraping, reducing bans and boosting success with natural traffic patterns. The post Scraping At Carrier Scale: Why Mobile IPs Outperform Datacenter IPs appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been…

What is MCP Security?

Large language models (LLMs) aren’t just answering questions anymore. They’re booking travel, crunching data, and even pulling the levers of other software on your behalf. At the center of it is a standard with big implications: MCP — the Model…

Are High-Privilege NHIs Properly Protected?

Do High-Privilege NHIs Receive Adequate Protection? Without robust Non-Human Identity (NHI) management, a company’s cybersecurity measures might fall short. But what exactly does NHI protection entail, and are high-privilege NHIs correctly safeguarded? Understanding Non-Human Identities NHIs, or machine identities, are…

Scaling Your Secrets Management Effectively

Is your organization’s secrets management scalable? With businesses increasingly migrate to cloud-based architectures, the focus on cybersecurity sharpens. One facet of this is the management of Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and secrets, which forms a crucial aspect of enterprise security. So,…

Relieved by Advanced Secrets Vaulting Techniques?

Are You Experiencing Relief with Advanced Secrets Vaulting Techniques? Are you seeking relief from the constant worry of ensuring your organization’s data safety? Are advanced secrets vaulting techniques providing the comprehensive protection you need? With a sophisticated range of threats…

BSidesSF 2025: Versus Killnet

Creator, Author and Presenter: Alex Holden Our deep appreciation to Security BSides – San Francisco and the Creators, Authors and Presenters for publishing their BSidesSF 2025 video content on YouTube. Originating from the conference’s events held at the lauded CityView…

What is Single Sign-On (SSO)

What is Single Sign-On (SSO) richard-r.stew… Fri, 08/22/2025 – 16:53 Single Sign-On (SSO) [GO1] is an authentication model in which a user logs in once with a set of credentials to gain access to multiple applications. It forms a key part of…

BSidesSF 2025: Welcome To Day Two Of BSidesSF 2025!

Creator, Author and Presenter: Reed Loden Our deep appreciation to Security BSides – San Francisco and the Creators, Authors and Presenters for publishing their BSidesSF 2025 video content on YouTube. Originating from the conference’s events held at the lauded CityView…

Will the Real Executive Please Stand Up?

It’s like some sort of digital age version of To Tell the Truth, the ancient TV show where three challengers claim to be the same person and the contestants have to guess which one is the real deal—typically with dismal…

Exploring Passwordless Authentication

Explore passwordless authentication methods, implementation strategies, security considerations, and future trends. Learn how to enhance security and improve user experience by eliminating passwords. The post Exploring Passwordless Authentication appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security…

Top 10 Frequently Asked Questions on ISO 27018 Compliance

As cloud adoption continues to rise, organizations are increasingly concerned about safeguarding personal data stored and processed by cloud service providers (CSPs). ISO/IEC 27018 is an internationally recognized standard that specifically addresses data protection in cloud environments. It provides guidelines…

US Officials Claim to Have Gained Control of the RapperBot

Overview Recently, US officials claimed to have successfully gained control of RapperBot, effectively curbing this powerful source of DDoS attacks. The operation pinpointed the key figure behind the botnet, Ethan Foltz. According to the investigation, Foltz has been developing and…

Zero Trust in Practice: Mapping NIST 800-207 to Real-World Technologies

Learn how to implement Zero Trust Architecture in practice. We map NIST 800-207 concepts—like Policy Enforcement Points (PEPs) and Policy Decision Points (PDPs)—to real-world technologies such as firewalls, identity providers, and endpoint protection platforms. The post Zero Trust in Practice:…

Pushing Innovation with Secure Machine Identities

Can We Truly Innovate Without Security? It’s an intriguing question, isn’t it? We’ve often seen technological leaps and bounds happening when there is a focus on innovation. Yet, without the underlying cradle of security, the innovative genius loses its strength.…

Staying Proactive in Managing Cloud Permissions?

Is Your Organization Fully Leveraging the Benefits of Proactive Cloud Permissions Management? Organizations today increasingly acknowledge the significance of robust cybersecurity strategies in safeguarding their invaluable assets. One aspect of such strategies that is nonetheless often overlooked is the management…

NOT-So-Great Firewall: China Blocks the Web for 74 Min.

Xi Whiz: HTTPS connections on port 443 received forged replies. The post NOT-So-Great Firewall: China Blocks the Web for 74 Min. appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original article: NOT-So-Great Firewall:…

7 Phishing Email Examples (And How To Spot Them)

Cybercriminals commonly target K-12 schools. To trick staff, students, and even parents into disclosing sensitive information, malicious attackers deploy phishing attacks. Training individuals on how to spot phishing emails is a key guardrail and can prevent significant financial, operational, and…

Enterprise SSO for Schools: Simplifying Staff and Student Access

Discover how Enterprise SSO simplifies digital access for students and staff, cuts login frustration, and reduces IT load without compromising security or usability The post Enterprise SSO for Schools: Simplifying Staff and Student Access appeared first on Security Boulevard. This…

Secrets Management Solutions That Fit Your Budget

Are You Seeking a Budget-Friendly Approach to Secrets Management? One area that often perplexes businesses is the management of Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and their secrets. This crucial aspect of cybersecurity requires strategic focus, however, cost constraints can often pose a…

Empower Your SOC Team with Enhanced NHI Management

Could You Revolutionize Your Cybersecurity Strategy with NHI Management? Raising the bar in cybersecurity defense has become a critical concern for organizations operating. One area that has gained traction in this regard is Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and Secrets Management. This…

Futurum Signal is Live: Real-Time Intelligence for Cyber Defenders

In cybersecurity, timing is everything. Threats don’t wait for quarterly analyst updates, and adversaries don’t schedule their attacks to match publication calendars. We live in a world where zero-days drop overnight, AI-powered phishing campaigns spin up in hours, and ransomware…

AuthZed Adds Self-Service Cloud for Infrastructure Authorization

AuthZed today unfurled a self-service edition of its platform for managing infrastructure authorizations that can be deployed in a cloud computing environment. Company CEO Jake Moshenko said this AuthZed Cloud option will make it simpler for some organizations to comply…

Apache ActiveMQ Breach Reveals Unusual Attacker Behavior

Security researchers have confirmed that a recent wave of cyberattacks is exploiting a critical vulnerability in Apache ActiveMQ, allowing attackers to compromise Linux servers and install long-term persistence tools. The attackers are not only gaining access through a known remote…

Apply Human-Centric Cybersecurity to Solve the Unpatchable Threat

Technology can’t fix the biggest cybersecurity threat — people. Human risk management uses behavioral data, targeted interventions, and measurable outcomes to turn the workforce from weakest link to strongest defense. The post Apply Human-Centric Cybersecurity to Solve the Unpatchable Threat…

Optimistic Outlooks: Why NHIs Are Key to Future Security

Why Are NHIs Crucial to the Future of Security? Are you seeking a forward-thinking, adaptive approach to cybersecurity? This is where Non-Human Identities (NHIs) come into play. Traditional protective measures struggle to keep up. With a focus on NHIs, the…

Are You Certain Your DevOps Are Secure?

How Secure Are Your DevOps in Today’s Cloud Environments? Is the security of your DevOps teams a definite assurance for you? Or is there an underlying, nagging doubt that perhaps there exists gaps in your Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and secrets?…

Securing the AI Stack for Federal Missions

The federal government is at a pivotal moment in understanding how to effectively bring the transformative power of AI to bear on mission assurance. Modernizing the software pipelines of government agencies and the contractors serving them is necessary to create…

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BSidesSF 2025: Charting the SSH Multiverse

Creator, Author and Presenter: HD Moore Our deep appreciation to Security BSides – San Francisco and the Creators, Authors and Presenters for publishing their BSidesSF 2025 video content on YouTube. Originating from the conference’s events held at the lauded CityView…

Flaw in Too-Trusting Lenovo Chatbot Could Have Let Hackers In

Using a single, carefully-crafted prompt, Cybernews researchers were able to manipulate Lenovo’s customer service AI chatbot, Lena, into giving up customer agent session cookies, which opened up the possibility of multiple lines of attack, from dropping backdoors and stealing to…

IoT Security

As the Internet of Things (IoT) continues to transform industries and daily lives, security has become one of the most critical challenges organizations face. From smart homes and connected cars to industrial systems and healthcare devices, IoT ecosystems are vast…

The Hidden Risks of External AI Models and How Businesses can Mitigate Them

As AI adoption accelerates, businesses face hidden risks from third-party models like ChatGPT and Claude, including data leakage and malicious data infiltration. By implementing corporate AI tools and educating employees, companies can harness generative AI’s benefits while safeguarding sensitive data,…

OWASP Security Misconfiguration: Quick guide

Security misconfiguration is a significant concern, in the OWASP Top 10. During our web application penetration tests, we often discover numerous vulnerabilities of this nature. According to OWASP, this issue impacts nearly 90% of all web applications. In this blog,…

The 9 Types of PCI SAQs and Applicability

Key Takeaways SAQ eligibility depends on exactly how you accept payments, how you handle cardholder data, and how your payment systems connect to the rest of your environment. The PCI Security Standards Council defines the SAQ types, but your acquiring…

Blackhat 2025 – Test AI before you trust

At Blackhat, there wasn’t a space of 10 feet not festooned with vapid promises of AI curing – basically everything in security. During an AI summit here, multiple tens of would-be AI security contenders, sometimes with little else but a…

How to Stay Relaxed in a World of Increasing Cyber Threats

Is There a Simple Way to Stay Calm in the Face of Rising Cyber Threats? It’s no secret that cyber threats are increasing at an alarming pace. From financial services and healthcare to travel and development operations, we all grapple…

Driving Innovation with Secure Cloud-Native Identities

The Importance of Secure Cloud-Native Identities Why is the management of Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and their associated secrets paramount to driving innovation while ensuring security? The answer lies in the need for high-level control and applying a strategic approach to…

Intrusion Detection and Prevention

In today’s hyper-connected digital world, businesses of all sizes face relentless cyber threats. From ransomware and phishing campaigns to advanced persistent threats (APTs) and insider risks, attackers are becoming increasingly sophisticated in the ways they infiltrate corporate networks. Protecting sensitive…

Strengthening Identity Security

Osterman’s 2025 research shows how to close identity security gaps from compromised passwords with faster detection and remediation. The post Strengthening Identity Security appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original article:…

Workday Latest Company Hit by Third-Party CRM Platform Breach

Workday, a high-profile HR and finance software solutions maker, is the latest victim of a string of data breaches orchestrated by the resurgent ShinyHunters threat group through Salesforce’s CRM solution, joining a lineup of targets that includes Google, Qantas, Pandora,…

Do We Have a CISO Payola Problem?

Pay-for-access dinners. Equity asks. Quiet kickbacks. The CISO payola problem is real — and it’s threatening the integrity of cybersecurity leadership. The post Do We Have a CISO Payola Problem? appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed…

How Secure Are Your Machine Identities in the Cloud?

Are Your Machine Identities Secure in the Cloud? More and more organizations are shifting their operations to the cloud. While this move optimizes business processes and enhances productivity, it also presents new challenges. One of the top concerns is the…

Empowering SOC Teams with Advanced NHIDR Solutions

Can Non-Human Identity and Data Rights Solutions Revolutionize Your Cybersecurity Protocol? Non-Human Identities (NHIs) are proving to be fundamental. When data breaches escalate both in frequency and impact, a renewed focus has shifted towards robust security measures where NHIs and…

Are Your Travel Data Secrets Truly Protected?

Is Your Travel Organization Safeguarding Its Precious Data? With cybersecurity increasingly becomes a topic of concern in every industry, the travel sector isn’t exempted. The pressing question is, “Are your travel data secrets truly protected?” Despite the advancements in data…

BSidesSF 2025: The Product Security Imperative: Lessons From CISA

Creator, Author and Presenter: Jack Cable Our deep appreciation to Security BSides – San Francisco and the Creators, Authors and Presenters for publishing their BSidesSF 2025 video content on YouTube. Originating from the conference’s events held at the lauded CityView…

Why Signalgate Matters

I found this in my files. I no doubt intended to publish it months ago and forgot to finish it and press the button. Senior government officials traditionally restrict defense-related conversations to special locations to prevent eavesdropping. The most secret…

Ensuring Stability in Your Cloud Security Measures

Is Stability The Key Element In Your Cloud Security Measures? I can say that stability plays a pivotal role in the proper functioning of your cloud security measures. This stability isn’t just about the consistent operation of systems, but rather…

Leveraging Free Tools for Effective Secrets Management

Are Free Tools the Secret to Effective Data Management? They say the best things in life are free, but can this adage be applied to data management? More importantly, can free tools offer any real value to your organization’s secrets…

Creating Impenetrable Digital Fortresses in the Cloud

Is Your Company Harnessing the Power of NHI Management for Impenetrable Security? Industry leaders are increasingly turning to Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and Secrets Security Management as the cornerstone of their cybersecurity strategy. In your quest for comprehensive control over cloud…

Why the Freedom to Choose Cloud Services Matters

Why is the Freedom to Choose Cloud Services Crucial? How often do organizations pause and consider the level of control they possess over their cloud services? Do they have the ability to freely choose their services, environments, and even locations?…

Axio and Excel – Elevating Risk Management with CRQ

Discover how Xcel Energy uses CRQ and Axio’s proven methodologies to enhance cyber decision-making and turn risks into actionable insights. Read More The post Axio and Excel – Elevating Risk Management with CRQ appeared first on Axio. The post Axio…

Norway Blames Pro-Russian Group for Hack of Water Dam

Norway’s top security and intelligence agencies are accusing pro-Russian hacktivists with a cyberattack in April in which hackers took control of a dam’s controls and opened an outflow valve, part of a larger effort by Russia to disrupt operations and…

What Is Zero Trust, Really?

Zero Trust. It’s the security buzzword of the decade, right up there with “AI-powered” and “next-gen.” Vendors slap it on everything from VPN replacements to microsegmentation tools. Analysts write about… The post What Is Zero Trust, Really? appeared first on…

Why the Browser Is Becoming a Prime Security Battleground

At Black Hat, Push Security co-founder and CTO Tyron Erasmus talks about why attackers are increasingly shifting their focus from endpoints to browsers — and what that means for defenders. Erasmus, who began his career in penetration testing and offensive…

BSidesSF 2025: AI Won’t Help You Here

Creator, Author and Presenter: (Ian Amit) Our deep appreciation to Security BSides – San Francisco and the Creators, Authors and Presenters for publishing their BSidesSF 2025 video content on YouTube. Originating from the conference’s events held at the lauded CityView…

An Updated CRQ Solution for Context & Communication | Kovrr

Articles related to cyber risk quantification, cyber risk management, and cyber resilience. The post An Updated CRQ Solution for Context & Communication | Kovrr appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original…

How SSO Reduces Login Fatigue and Improves Security Compliance

Learn how Single Sign-On reduces login fatigue, improves compliance, and enhances productivity while keeping systems secure. The post How SSO Reduces Login Fatigue and Improves Security Compliance appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard…

How .ICS Attachments Become Malicious

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What Is Crypto-Agility?

In general, cryptographic agility refers to a system’s ability to replace or adapt cryptographic algorithms, parameters, or protocols—like key lengths or hashing methods—smoothly and without interruptions. This capability is especially critical when vulnerabilities emerge or when migrating to quantum-resistant algorithms.…

How to Build, Optimize, & Manage AI on Google Kubernetes Engine

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is quickly changing modern enterprises, but harnessing its full potential demands not only excellent models, but infrastructure expertise. Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) has emerged as a foundation for AI innovation, providing a platform that combines cloud-native flexibility,…

Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Bad Map Projection: Interrupted Spheres’

via the cosmic humor & dry-as-the-desert wit of Randall Munroe, creator of XKCD Permalink The post Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Bad Map Projection: Interrupted Spheres’ appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original…

Futurum Signal: Real-Time Market Intelligence for Cyber Defenders

In cybersecurity, speed is survival. When adversaries are moving at machine speed—launching AI-powered attacks, exploiting zero-days within hours of disclosure, and shifting tactics on the fly—you can’t afford to be making decisions based on a report that’s three months old.…