There are several pros and cons of point products versus CDNs for bot protection. Learn how DataDome’s Cyberfraud Protection Platform strikes a balance between the two to give your business the best protection. The post Point Product vs. CDN for…
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Five Tools That Can Help Organizations Combat AI-powered Deception
As digital exploitation, fraud and deception move deeper into society, it is incumbent on organizations to educate their employees on digital literacy skills, make them aware of the risks posed by phishing and social engineering threats. The post Five Tools…
Apple Seeks to Drop Its Lawsuit Against Spyware Maker NSO
Apple wants its three-year-old lawsuit against spyware maker NSO to be dismissed, citing the surveillance software maker’s declining dominance of the expanding market and fears that its own threat intelligence could be exposed, which would harm its efforts to protect…
DORA Compliance Checklist: From Preparation to Implementation
Learn how to navigate the DORA compliance checklist and meet DORA cybersecurity regulation requirements with our step-by-step guide. The post DORA Compliance Checklist: From Preparation to Implementation appeared first on Scytale. The post DORA Compliance Checklist: From Preparation to Implementation…
Why Are So Many Public Sector Organizations Getting Attacked?
Public sector organizations such as schools, hospitals, manufacturing units, essential services and government offices have become a popular target for cybercriminals. The post Why Are So Many Public Sector Organizations Getting Attacked? appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has…
Unlock FCC Pilot Program Funding with Cloud Monitor and Content Filter
Maximize Your District’s Application Success: How ManagedMethods Qualifies for the Identity Protection and Authentication Category We recently hosted a live webinar that discusses what you need to know about the FCC School and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program. This webinar outlines…
SOC 2 Compliance Provides AppViewX Customers Security and Data Protection Assurance
At AppViewX, our top priority is safeguarding the digital identities that are the backbone of modern enterprises. With hundreds of customers and millions of certificates under management, AppViewX bears a significant responsibility to protect its customers’ critical data and infrastructure.…
The Rise of AI Voicemail Scams, Political Donation Privacy Concerns
In episode 346, we discuss new AI-driven voicemail scams that sound convincingly real and how to identify them. We also explore recent research on the privacy concerns surrounding donations to political parties through their websites. Additionally, we celebrate the 15th…
USENIX Security ’23 – Multiview: Finding Blind Spots in Access-Deny Issues Diagnosis
Authors/Presenters:Bingyu Shen, Tianyi Shan, Yuanyuan Zhou Many thanks to USENIX for publishing their outstanding USENIX Security ’23 Presenter’s content, and the organizations strong commitment to Open Access. Originating from the conference’s events situated at the Anaheim Marriott; and via the…
USENIX Security ’23 – On the Feasibility of Malware Unpacking via Hardware-assisted Loop Profiling
Authors/Presenters:Binlin Cheng, Erika A Leal, Haotian Zhang, Jiang Mingy Many thanks to USENIX for publishing their outstanding USENIX Security ’23 Presenter’s content, and the organizations strong commitment to Open Access. Originating from the conference’s events situated at the Anaheim Marriott;…
SquareX: The Future of BYOD Security for Enterprises
Convert the Browsers on BYOD / Unmanaged Devices into Secure Browsing Sessions As modern enterprises continue to adapt to the flexible work culture, Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policies have become a standard practice. However, protecting sensitive corporate data while maintaining…
CVE-2024-28986 – SolarWinds Web Help Desk Security Vulnerability – August 2024
A critical vulnerability (CVE-2024-28986) in SolarWinds Web Help Desk puts systems at risk of exploitation, requiring immediate attention. Affected Platform The security vulnerability CVE-2024-28986 primarily affects the SolarWinds Web Help Desk software. Organizations utilizing this platform must act swiftly to…
New Office of the CISO Paper: Organizing Security for Digital Transformation
So some of you are thinking “ewwww … another security transformation paper” and this is understandable. A lot of people (and now … a lot of robots too) have written vague, hand-wavy “leadership” papers on how to transform security, include security into…
Fundamentals of GraphQL-specific attacks
GraphQL vs REST APIs Developers are constantly exploring new technologies that can improve the performance, flexibility, and usability of applications. GraphQL is one such technology that has gained significant attention for its ability to fetch data efficiently. Unlike the traditional REST…
CVE-2024-29847 Deep Dive: Ivanti Endpoint Manager AgentPortal Deserialization of Untrusted Data Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Introduction Ivanti Endpoint Manager (EPM) is an enterprise endpoint management solution that allows for centralized management of devices within an organization. On September 12th, 2024, ZDI and Ivanti released an advisory describing a deserialization vulnerability resulting in remote code execution…
USENIX Security ’23 – Security Analysis of MongoDB Queryable Encryption
Authors/Presenters:Zichen Gui, Kenneth G. Paterson, Tianxin Tang Many thanks to USENIX for publishing their outstanding USENIX Security ’23 Presenter’s content, and the organizations strong commitment to Open Access. Originating from the conference’s events situated at the Anaheim Marriott; and via…
Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Monocaster’
<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://xkcd.com/2983/” rel=”noopener” target=”_blank”> <img alt=”” height=”673″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/d6d46307-0dbb-42b6-9d46-ab12d107684e/monocaster.png?format=1000w” width=”536″ /> </a><figcaption class=”image-caption-wrapper”> via the comic & dry wit of Randall Munroe, creator of XKCD Permalink The post Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Monocaster’ appeared first on Security Boulevard. This…
AI in Cybersecurity: Experts Discuss Opportunities, Misconceptions and the Path Forward
Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just a buzzword in the cybersecurity industry—it’s an essential tool for staying ahead of threats. But how are leading organizations leveraging AI in cybersecurity effectively, and what challenges do they face? During a recent…
Top 5 Vulnerability Management Mistakes Companies Make (Plus a Bonus Mistake to Avoid)
Are you confident your vulnerability management is doing its job, or do you sometimes feel like it’s falling short? Many companies invest time and resources into managing vulnerabilities, yet still… The post Top 5 Vulnerability Management Mistakes Companies Make (Plus…
Realm.Security Emerges to Tackle Cybersecurity Data Management
Realm.Security has launched a platform for collecting and normalizing cybersecurity telemetry data that promises to streamline analytics. The post Realm.Security Emerges to Tackle Cybersecurity Data Management appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read…
Live Patching as a Growth Enabler for Your Infrastructure
Yesterday, as I was preparing this article, I had the opportunity to present at a TuxCare webinar, where we introduced live patching. Throughout the presentation, we discussed various characteristics of this patching methodology. While reflecting on these aspects, I realized…
Cybersecurity Compliance and Beyond: How Protocols Drive Innovation and Growth
In today’s digital age, cybersecurity compliance is no longer just a legal necessity or a defensive measure; it has become a catalyst for innovation and growth. The post Cybersecurity Compliance and Beyond: How Protocols Drive Innovation and Growth appeared first…
How Secure is the “Password Protection” on Your Files and Drives?
Most password protection methods use some form of encryption, but is there a clear choice between software and hardware encryption when it comes to protecting your personal or business files from theft, loss, or hacking? The post How Secure is…
Why Breaking into Cybersecurity Isn’t as Easy as You Think
We’re told over and over again that there are hundreds of thousands of cybersecurity vacancies in the U.S. and millions worldwide. But from what I hear, many new entrants to the application security field find it difficult to land jobs.…
Application Security — The Complete Guide
Explore our application security complete guide and find key trends, testing methods, best practices, and tools to safeguard your software. The post Application Security — The Complete Guide appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security…
Comprehensive Guide to Infrastructure Robustness Metrics
Infrastructure robustness is critical for ensuring the resilience and reliability of your systems. This comprehensive guide explores key metrics used to assess and improve infrastructure robustness. The post Comprehensive Guide to Infrastructure Robustness Metrics appeared first on Security Boulevard. This…
Navigating the Shared Responsibility Model: Lessons Learned from the Snowflake Cybersecurity Incident
Jerry Dawkins, PhD In the world of cybersecurity, the recent incident involving Snowflake has sparked a significant discussion around the shared responsibility between vendors and customers. The attacks, which targeted over 100 Snowflake customers, have highlighted vulnerabilities that arise not…
Microsoft’s September 2024 Patch Tuesday Addresses 4 Zero-Days, 79 Vulnerabilities
On September 10, 2024, Microsoft released its latest round of security updates as part of its monthly Patch Tuesday program. This month’s updates address a total of 79 vulnerabilities across various Microsoft products, including four zero-day vulnerabilities that have been…
Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Water Filtration’
<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://xkcd.com/2982/” rel=”noopener” target=”_blank”> <img alt=”” height=”467″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/387450f7-0c5b-4e62-85be-87148f628a01/water_filtration.png?format=1000w” width=”593″ /> </a><figcaption class=”image-caption-wrapper”> via the comic & dry wit of Randall Munroe, creator of XKCD Permalink The post Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Water Filtration’ appeared first on Security Boulevard.…
Proofpoint Adds Ability to Dynamically Apply Granular Security Controls
Proofpoint this week at its Protect conference launched a series of efforts through which it plans to provide cybersecurity teams with more granular controls in real-time, over what applications and services are accessed by end users. The post Proofpoint Adds…
Threat Actors Are Finding it Easier Than Ever to Breach Cyber-Defenses: Enter Data-Centric Security
Global end-user spending on information security is projected to hit $212bn next year, an increase of 15% from 2024, according to Gartner. Yet at the same time, data breach costs continue to spiral. The latest IBM report now puts the global average at nearly $4.9n…
Aembit’s Vision for Non-Human Identity and Access Management Gains $25 Million in Backing
3 min read How our journey began – and why securing non-human identities is personal for us and our mission. The post Aembit’s Vision for Non-Human Identity and Access Management Gains $25 Million in Backing appeared first on Aembit. The…
Blocking in Production Requires a Modern Security DevEx | Impart Security
< div class=”blog-post4-content_component margin-top”> < div class=”blog-post4-content_content”> < div class=”text-rich-text w-richtext”> Blocking in Production Requires a Modern Security DevEx I’ve spoken to many security leaders who are genuinely scared of blocking in production. And I totally get it – blocking…
How to Strengthen and Improve Your Company’s Security Posture
Maintaining security posture is key to protecting organizations against cyberattacks. Here’s how to improve your security posture and keep your business safe. The post How to Strengthen and Improve Your Company’s Security Posture appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article…
The SBOM has a long history — but what’s next is what matters
Software bills of materials (SBOMs) are having their day — they’re even government-mandated at times. In September 2023, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued its final version of “Cybersecurity in Medical Devices: Quality System Considerations and Content of Premarket…
Tines Leverages LLMs to Simplify Security Automation
Tines today added an artificial intelligence (AI) chat interface to its no-code platform for automation cybersecurity workflows. The post Tines Leverages LLMs to Simplify Security Automation appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read…
US Elections: Iranian Hackers Target Political Campaigns
With elections, there have always been accusations of rigging and corruption and it’s possible that such claims may hold some truth in different countries worldwide. However, the US elections have recently been subjected to the influence of cybercrime. Such a…
Ubuntu 24.04.1 LTS Released: This is What’s New
Canonical’s Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, codenamed “Noble Numbat” has received its first major update: Ubuntu 24.04.1. This release, which arrived a bit later than initially planned due to some high-impact bugs, brings a host of improvements and enhancements to the popular…
BYOD Policies Fueling Security Risks
The use of employee mobile devices at work, or bring your own device (BYOD), is a significant and growing threat to organizational security. The post BYOD Policies Fueling Security Risks appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed…
News alert: Opus Security’s new ‘Advanced Multi-Layered Prioritization Engine’ elevates VM
Palo Alto, Calif., Sept.11, 2024, CyberNewsWire — Opus Security, the leader in unified cloud-native remediation, today announced the launch of its Advanced Multi-Layered Prioritization Engine, designed to revolutionize how organizations manage, prioritize and remediate security vulnerabilities. Leveraging AI-driven … (more…)…
News alert: Criminal IP partners with IPLocation.io to deliver new tech to mitigate IP address evasion
Torrance, Calif., Sept. 11, 2024, CyberNewsWire — Criminal IP, a distinguished leader in Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) search engine developed by AI SPERA, announced that it has successfully integrated its IP address-related risk detection data with IPLocation.io, one of ……
Vulnerability handling requirements for NIS2 compliance
In a previous blog post, we covered two foundational elements of the Network and Information Security (NIS2) Directive, software supply chain security and reporting requirements. In this blog, we take a closer look at the types of organizations impacted by…
FFIEC Will Sunset the Cybersecurity Assessment Tool: Everything You Need to be Prepared
The Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC) has officially announced that its Cybersecurity Assessment Tool (CAT) will phase out by August 31, 2025. Launched in June 2015, the CAT has helped financial institutions assess and improve their cybersecurity posture. However,…
Customer Story | Protecting Students and Data in Google Workspace at Santa Rita Union School District
Santa Rita USD’s IT Team Partners with ManagedMethods to Improve Google Security and Safety Santa Rita Union School District in Salinas, CA, serves about 3,200 students and employs approximately 350 faculty and staff. As the district embraced Google Workspace for…
Navigating the Risks of Namespace Collision: A Critical Security Challenge
In today’s digital landscape, organizations face a multitude of cybersecurity threats, one of which is the often-overlooked issue of namespace collision. This vulnerability arises when internal domain names conflict with newly registered top-level domains (TLDs), exposing sensitive data to potential…
Microsoft Fixes Four 0-Days — One Exploited for SIX YEARS
Week B: Bugs begone! This month Redmond fixes 79 security flaws in Windows and other products The post Microsoft Fixes Four 0-Days — One Exploited for SIX YEARS appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security…
ADCS Attack Paths in BloodHound — Part 3
ADCS Attack Paths in BloodHound — Part 3 In Part 1 of this series, we explained how we incorporated Active Directory Certificate Services (ADCS) objects into BloodHound and demonstrated how to effectively use BloodHound to identify attack paths, including the ESC1 domain escalation…
The SBOM Survival Guide: Why SBOM Compliance is Set to Ignite IoT Security
Once SBOM and IAM provisioning knit seamlessly with policy-driven data encryption and AI-powered monitoring, they will have a far stronger security posture. The post The SBOM Survival Guide: Why SBOM Compliance is Set to Ignite IoT Security appeared first on…
SpecterOps Extends Reach of BloodHound Tool for Mapping Microsoft AD Attacks
SpecterOps has added the ability to track attack paths across instances of Microsoft Azure Directory (AD) running in both on-premises and on the Microsoft Azure cloud service. The post SpecterOps Extends Reach of BloodHound Tool for Mapping Microsoft AD Attacks…
6 Questions to Answer Before Choosing an Identity Provider
Choosing the right identity provider is crucial, as it requires architectural changes that can make switching later difficult and costly. The post 6 Questions to Answer Before Choosing an Identity Provider appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been…
How SOAR Automation is Boosting MSSP Revenue Without Replacing Human Workers
Learn how SOAR automation helps MSSPs increase revenue, boost efficiency, and improve job satisfaction—without replacing human workers. Explore key 2024 survey insights The post How SOAR Automation is Boosting MSSP Revenue Without Replacing Human Workers appeared first on D3 Security.…
Manufacturing, Industrial Sectors Are Under Siege
Manufacturing and industrial sectors are becoming bigger cyber-targets, and many of the intrusions are coming from China. Those are among the sobering takeaways from a report Tuesday by Ontinue’s Advanced Threat Operations team in its biannual Threat Intelligence Report. The…
Delinea Survey Surfaces Spike in Cybersecurity Insurance Claims
Delinea, a provider of for managing authorizations, today published a survey of 300 decision makers that finds 62% of respondents have filed an insurance claim because of a cyberattack in the last 12 months, with well over a quarter (27%)…
USENIX Security ’23 – Can a Deep Learning Model for One Architecture Be Used for Others? Retargeted-Architecture Binary Code Analysis
Authors/Presenters:Junzhe Wang, Matthew Sharp, Chuxiong Wu, Qiang Zeng, Lannan Luo Many thanks to USENIX for publishing their outstanding USENIX Security ’23 Presenter’s content, and the organizations strong commitment to Open Access. Originating from the conference’s events situated at the Anaheim…
No Ransom Demand by Rhysida Before Columbus Data Leak: City IT Chief
The Rhysida ransomware group may have been behind the July attack on on the city of Columbus, Ohio, but there was never a ransom demand and the hackers ignored attempts by city officials to contact them, according to the head…
Fake recruiter coding tests target devs with malicious Python packages
ReversingLabs researchers have identified new, malicious software packages believe to be linked to a campaign, VMConnect, that our team first identified in August 2023 and which has ties to the North Korean hacking team Lazarus Group. The new samples were…
Risk Assessment and Gap Analysis for Industrial Control System infrastructure: the core essentials
Conducting a risk assessment and gap analysis exercise for Industrial Control System environments is important from cybersecurity, business continuity, and risk mitigation perspectives. It is important to bring the risk exposure down to acceptable levels and minimize the risk tolerance…
Looking Toward U.S. Federal Privacy Regulation, How Software Companies can Prepare
Software developers, as key players in the digital ecosystem, must proactively adapt to these changes to ensure compliance and uphold the privacy rights of users. The post Looking Toward U.S. Federal Privacy Regulation, How Software Companies can Prepare appeared first…
Just-in-Time Access: Key Benefits for Cloud Platforms
Just-in-time access has emerged as a game-changing approach to enhance the security posture of cloud environments. This innovative method aligns with the principle of least privilege, reducing the attack surface and minimizing potential security risks. The post Just-in-Time Access: Key…
AI-Powered Deepfake Scams Wreak Havoc on Businesses
More than half (53%) of businesses in the U.S. and UK have been targeted by financial scams using deepfake technology, with 43% of those companies falling victim, according to a Medius survey of 1,533 finance professionals. The post AI-Powered Deepfake…
Legal Impact of GDPR Data Policy Violations
GDPR violations can result in severe consequences. In its first year, over 89,000 data breaches were reported, leading to fines totaling €56 million. In 2019, the UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) imposed record fines on British Airways (€183 million) and…
Eclypsium Product Roadmap
Join Eclypsium Product Manager, Joe Hopp, for an overview of new product updates and a preview of the features and solutions on the Eclypsium Supply Chain Security Platform roadmap. The post Eclypsium Product Roadmap appeared first on Eclypsium | Supply…
Why Investing in Quality Analysts is Investing in Your Future
In a rapidly evolving marketplace, the quality of your products and services directly impacts your company’s longevity and success. By investing in the services of…Read More The post Why Investing in Quality Analysts is Investing in Your Future appeared first…
Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Slingshots’
<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://xkcd.com/2981/” rel=”noopener” target=”_blank”> <img alt=”” height=”420″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/569a573c-5093-4fc6-8070-0a82a0cdea73/slingshots.png?format=1000w” width=”397″ /> </a><figcaption class=”image-caption-wrapper”> via the comic & dry wit of Randall Munroe, creator of XKCD Permalink The post Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Slingshots’ appeared first on Security Boulevard. This…
FIPPA: Understanding Canada’s Information and Protection Privacy Law
In today’s data-driven world, protecting personal information and the right to access government records are fundamental to ensuring transparency and privacy. Canada’s Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) is a key piece of legislation that balances these…
USENIX Security ’23 – BunnyHop: Exploiting the Instruction Prefetcher
Authors/Presenters:Zhiyuan Zhang, Mingtian Tao, Sioli O’Connell, Chitchanok Chuengsatiansup, Daniel Genkin, Yuval Yarom Many thanks to USENIX for publishing their outstanding USENIX Security ’23 Presenter’s content, and the organizations strong commitment to Open Access. Originating from the conference’s events situated at…
Empowering Cybersecurity on the Go: Nuspire’s Revolutionary Mobile App
In a world where cybersecurity threats don’t keep to office hours, having a mobile app cybersecurity solution that allows you to respond swiftly and effectively is crucial. Imagine you’re at an offsite meeting or traveling between locations when a critical…
Achieving Cyber Clarity: myNuspire for Unified Cybersecurity Management
To stay ahead of cyber threats, organizations need a dynamic and unified approach to managing their security landscape. That’s where Nuspire’s myNuspire platform steps in, serving as a cornerstone of our managed security services. It combines human expertise, advanced AI…
Meet Nutron: Your AI-Driven Ally in Proactive Cyber Defense
Imagine you’re part of a cybersecurity team that just received an alert about a potential breach. The clock is ticking, and your team is flooded with data and alerts from multiple sources. Sorting through this overwhelming volume of information to…
Redefining Cyber Defense: Introducing the Nuspire Cybersecurity Experience
In an era where digital threats evolve at breakneck speed, organizations need an integrated cybersecurity solution to stay ahead. The cybersecurity landscape has become increasingly complex, with attackers employing sophisticated techniques that can easily overwhelm traditional security measures. Enter Nuspire,…
Introducing the Nuspire Cybersecurity Experience: A New Era of Intelligent Unification
A New Chapter in Cybersecurity As the CEO of Nuspire, I’m thrilled to announce a groundbreaking evolution in our cybersecurity offerings. Today, we’re launching the Nuspire Cybersecurity Experience – a comprehensive solution designed to address the most pressing challenges in…
The Weaponization of AI and ML is Complicating the Digital Battlefield
Zero-trust architecture is increasingly seen as a solution to the challenges posed by AI and ML. Initial training must focus on standardizing basic technologies. The post The Weaponization of AI and ML is Complicating the Digital Battlefield appeared first on…
Old Habits, New Threats: Why More Phishing Attacks are Bypassing Outdated Perimeter Detection
The rise in sophisticated phishing threats like polymorphic attacks, social engineering tactics, and the use of compromised accounts have undoubtedly highlighted the significant gaps in perimeter technology, leading to a notable increase in bypassed attacks. The post Old Habits, New…
The Foundation of Zero-Trust Security Architecture
For today’s IT organizations, establishing a zero-trust (ZT) architecture is an ongoing process of refinements for existing networks, resources, methods and security capabilities. The post The Foundation of Zero-Trust Security Architecture appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been…
Security Budget Growth Slows, but Spending Remains Elevated
The expansion of security budgets has slowed, indicating the end of rapid growth in the sector, according to a survey of 755 CISOs. The post Security Budget Growth Slows, but Spending Remains Elevated appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article…
USENIX Security ’23 – Collide+Power: Leaking Inaccessible Data with Software-based Power Side Channels
Authors/Presenters:Andreas Kogler, Jonas Juffinger, Lukas Giner, Lukas Gerlach, Martin Schwarzl, Michael Schwarz, Daniel Gruss, Stefan Mangard Many thanks to USENIX for publishing their outstanding USENIX Security ’23 Presenter’s content, and the organizations strong commitment to Open Access. Originating from the…
USENIX Security ’23 – (M)WAIT for It: Bridging the Gap between Microarchitectural and Architectural Side Channels
Authors/Presenters:Ruiyi Zhang, Taehyun Kim, Daniel Weber, Michael Schwarz Many thanks to USENIX for publishing their outstanding USENIX Security ’23 Presenter’s content, and the organizations strong commitment to Open Access. Originating from the conference’s events situated at the Anaheim Marriott; and…
Protecting NATO Secret and Foreign Government Information
We’ve talked a lot on this blog about protecting controlled unclassified information, and we’ve mentioned in places some other kinds of information, like classified and secret information, covered defense information, and other protected information. There’s one thing all of this…
Talking DSPM: Episode 4 – Dr. Mohit Tiwari
I’m Mohit Tiwari. I’m one of the co-founders of Symmetry Systems, and the CEO. Symmetry was spun out of Spark… The post Talking DSPM: Episode 4 – Dr. Mohit Tiwari appeared first on Symmetry Systems. The post Talking DSPM: Episode…
Cyber Insurers Are Not Your Friend – Why a Warranty May Be a Better Option
Gary Perkins, Chief Information Security Officer In this landscape, organizations need a multi-faceted approach that includes prevention, detection, and response capabilities. A warranty tied to a comprehensive security solution supports this approach, providing both technological protection and financial assurance. The…
Threat Actors Abuse Red Team Tool MacroPack to Deliver Malware
Cisco Talos researchers found that multiple bad actors were abusing the MacroPack framework, continuing an ongoing trend of hackers repurposing legitimate security software tools to run cyber campaigns against organizations. The post Threat Actors Abuse Red Team Tool MacroPack to…
Russian ‘WhisperGate’ Hacks: 5 More Indicted
Eaten by a GRU: Fake ransomware created by Russian GRU Unit 29155 attacked Ukraine and NATO—a month before the full scale invasion. The post Russian ‘WhisperGate’ Hacks: 5 More Indicted appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed…
BIMI Setup Guide for Zoho Mail – Getting the Blue Verified Checkmark
Reading Time: 3 min Configure BIMI for Zoho Mail and display your brand logo with a verified checkmark! Boost brand trust with Zoho BIMI. The post BIMI Setup Guide for Zoho Mail – Getting the Blue Verified Checkmark appeared first…
Why and How to Secure GenAI Investments From Day Zero
A healthy approach to GenAI is one in which organizations build security protections from the start. Here are tips on how to integrate security into your organization’s GenAI strategy from day zero. The post Why and How to Secure GenAI…
Frustration Trying to Opt-Out After the National Public Data Breach
The National Public Data breach has been a nightmare, exposing names, addresses, birthdates, emails, phone numbers, and Social Security Numbers of countless individuals — including mine. As a California resident, I have the legal right to demand that they delete my…
Is Cloud Security Ready for a Pivot to Behavioral Detection & Response
The inherent limitations of signature-based approaches have often driven practitioners and vendors to shift toward behavioral methods. The post Is Cloud Security Ready for a Pivot to Behavioral Detection & Response appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been…
Overcoming the Challenges of Zero-Trust
Zero-trust, rooted in the principle of “never trust, always verify,” requires organizations to assume that every access request, whether internal or external, is potentially harmful. The post Overcoming the Challenges of Zero-Trust appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has…
Why Are Organizations Losing the Ransomware Battle?
Axio Senior Cybersecurity Advisor, Richard Caralli’s recent article in Dark Reading, Why Are Organizations Losing the Ransomware Battle? examines the growing problem of ransomware attacks, emphasizing that many organizations are Read More The post Why Are Organizations Losing the Ransomware…
Understanding Quantum Threats and How to Secure Data with Post-Quantum Cryptography
Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) is a new generation of encryption algorithms for protecting data against powerful quantum computers. Quantum computers use quantum mechanics to solve complex problems much faster than traditional computers. With rapid advancements in quantum computing, current encryption algorithms…
Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Lava Lakes’
<img alt=”” height=”272″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/5809f07f-b360-4679-a97e-feca717b5905/lava_lakes.png?format=1000w” width=”709″ /><figcaption class=”image-caption-wrapper”> via the comic & dry wit of Randall Munroe, creator of XKCD Permalink The post Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Lava Lakes’ appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard…
Managing Certificate Chaos After Google’s Entrust Distrust
When Google decided to stop trusting new TLS certificates from Entrust, it didn’t just create a technical challenge—it unleashed an operational crisis for many organizations. If your business uses Entrust TLS certificates, you are facing one of two realities right…
An Introduction to Trackers and the Data They Collect
Trackers are everywhere and come in many different forms. Some tracking methods are more invasive than others; this post aims to explain what “trackers” are, how they work, and give examples of the data they collect. TABLE OF CONTENTS A…
USENIX Security ’23 – UnGANable: Defending Against GAN-based Face Manipulation
Authors/Presenters:Zheng Li, Ning Yu, Ahmed Salem, Michael Backes, Mario Fritz, Yang Zhang Many thanks to USENIX for publishing their outstanding USENIX Security ’23 Presenter’s content, and the organizations strong commitment to Open Access. Originating from the conference’s events situated at…
BlindEagle Targets Colombian Insurance Sector with BlotchyQuasar
IntroductionIn June 2024, Zscaler ThreatLabz detected fresh activity from BlindEagle, an advanced persistent threat (APT) actor also identified as AguilaCiega, APT-C-36, and APT-Q-98. BlindEagle predominantly focuses on organizations and individuals from the government and finance sector in South America, particularly…
How StorageGuard Can Assist With CISA’s Advised Mitigations For Newly Emerged BlackSuit Ransomware
In August, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) issued a joint alert about the emergence of BlackSuit ransomware, The post How StorageGuard Can Assist With CISA’s Advised Mitigations For Newly Emerged BlackSuit…
Storage & Data Protection Trends & Innovations To Watch in 2025
It’s all about the data. One thing is clear. The “business value” of data continues to grow, making it an organization’s primary piece of intellectual property. And from The post Storage & Data Protection Trends & Innovations To Watch in 2025 appeared…
The Deception Game: How Cyber Scams Manipulate Trust to Access Sensitive Information
In recent years, the landscape of cyber scams has evolved, targeting even the tools designed to protect consumers. One such concerning development involves the exploitation of trusted services to mislead and scam users. This article explores a specific case in…
Choosing the Best Cybersecurity Prioritization Method for Your Organization
Threat monitoring and detection, such as Network Detection and Response (NDR), provide a complement to enhance a threat exposure management strategy. The post Choosing the Best Cybersecurity Prioritization Method for Your Organization appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has…
RansomHub Emerges in Rapidly Evolving Ransomware Landscape
The ransomware space is becoming increasingly fragmented in the wake of law enforcement actions against BlackCat, LockBit, and others, spawning more threat groups and giving rise to prolific newcomers like RansomHub, according to a report by Searchlight Cyber. The post…
Pool Your Cybersecurity Resources to Build the Perfect Security Ecosystem
Cybersecurity has never been something to set once and leave running in the background — it is a constantly evolving landscape. While the migration of data and applications to the cloud provides numerous business benefits, many organizations struggle to secure…