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Kubernetes Secrets: How to Create and Use Them
Kubernetes, also known as K8s, is a powerful platform for orchestrating containers in complex, distributed environments. Among its many features, Kubernetes has Secrets, which safeguard sensitive information like API keys, passwords, and tokens in a cluster. By separating confidential data…
Detection as Code: Key Components, Tools, and More
As software development accelerates, the need to identify threats and respond in real time is greater than ever. Detection as Code (DaC) allows you to write, maintain, and automate your threat detection logic as if it were software code, making…
What Is Privilege Escalation? Types, Examples, and Prevention
Privilege escalation is a critical cybersecurity threat in which a user—usually a malicious actor—gains access to data beyond what their account permissions allow. Attackers can gain this access through human error, stolen credentials, or social engineering. The post What Is…
CVE-2024-50379: A Critical Race Condition in Apache Tomcat
An Apache Tomcat web server vulnerability has been published, exposing the platform to remote code execution through a race condition failure. The post CVE-2024-50379: A Critical Race Condition in Apache Tomcat appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been…
Data Security in 2025: Five Steps to Strategic Success in 2025
As 2024 comes to a close, IT security and business leaders will be braced for another challenging year ahead. In the long-term, economic uncertainty and geopolitical instability seem set to continue, creating the conditions in which threat actors thrive. They…
Machine Identity Was the Focus at Gartner’s IAM Summit
Last week’s Gartner IAM Summit in Grapevine, Texas, was a whirlwind of insights, particularly around machine identity management (MIM). The event underscored the transformative trends and challenges shaping the domain, providing both thought leadership and actionable strategies for businesses navigating…
The year in ransomware: Security lessons to help you stay one step ahead
Operation Cronos, a Europol-led coalition of law enforcement agencies from 10 countries, announced in February that it had disrupted LockBit — one of the most prolific ransomware gangs in the world — at “every level” of its operations. Being responsible…
Anatomy of a 6-day Credential Stuffing Attack From 2.2M Residential IPs
In this article, we cover the details of a heavily distributed credential-stuffing attack that targeted a major US financial service company (spoiler: there were some pretty clear signs of device spoofing, as you’ll see below). By the end of the…
SASE Market Hits $2.4 Billion, Top Vendors Tighten Market Share Grip
The global Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) market reached $2.4 billion in the third quarter of 2024, with six leading vendors — Zscaler, Cisco, Palo Alto Networks, Broadcom, Fortinet and Netskope — capturing a combined 72% market share. The post…
CISA Mandates Federal Agencies Secure Their Cloud Environments
CISA is requiring all federal agencies to adopt stronger measures to improve their SaaS configurations and protect their complex cloud environments against growing threats from hackers, who are increasingly targeting third parties like cloud providers. The post CISA Mandates Federal…
Turning Insights into Action: The Importance of Vulnerability Remediation after VAPT
Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) has become an essential practice for organizations aiming to secure their digital assets. However, identifying vulnerabilities is only half the battle; the real challenge lies in addressing them effectively. This is where vulnerability remediation…
The Best Mimecast DMARC Analyzer Alternatives and Competitors
Check out the list of top 10 Mimecast Dmarc analyzer alternatives. Find the best solution for your email security by considering their pros & cons & pricing. The post The Best Mimecast DMARC Analyzer Alternatives and Competitors appeared first on…
2025 Cybersecurity Predictions: A Strategic Roadmap for the C-Suite
By staying attuned to trends, C-suite leaders can drive security strategies that not only protect but also empower the business to thrive. The post 2025 Cybersecurity Predictions: A Strategic Roadmap for the C-Suite appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article…
Acumen Threat Analysis: Preparing for 2025
Phishing continues to be the threat vector of choice for adversaries, ransomware continues to deliver the desired financial and destructive results for attackers, while organizations, both public and private, are growing increasingly concerned about the risks posed by insiders. The…
Understanding Virtual Skimmers: A Threat to E-Commerce Security
Virtual skimmers exploit vulnerabilities in websites that process payments online, often without leaving a trace until it’s too late. The post Understanding Virtual Skimmers: A Threat to E-Commerce Security appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from…
Arctic Wolf Acquires Cylance Endpoint Security Platform to Further AI Ambitions
Arctic Wolf this week revealed it has acquired the Cyclance endpoint security platform from Blackberry for $160 million. The post Arctic Wolf Acquires Cylance Endpoint Security Platform to Further AI Ambitions appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been…
How Does Enhanced Access Control Bolster Your Security?
Why is Access Control Crucial in Cybersecurity? In the expansive and complex world of cybersecurity, have you ever wondered how vital a role access control plays? It’s the cornerstone of securing Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and managing their secrets effectively. With…
How Secure Automation Saves Your Cloud Operations
Why is Secure Automation Essential for Cloud Operations? Modern businesses operate within a complex ecosystem. How can they ensure their cloud operations remain secure, streamlined, and efficient? The answer lies in secure automation. This blog post will delve into why…
Scaling Secrets Security in High-Growth Environments
Is Secrets Security Management Crucial for High-Growth Environments? The digital age is expanding at an unprecedented rate, constantly evolving with revolutionary technologies that are redefining business models. In such high-growth environments, the criticality of effective secrets security is amplified. In…