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Strobes Integrates with Azure Repos: Enhancing Code Security

As software development reaches new heights, ensuring the security and management of your code is more crucial than ever. Seeing the need of the hour, Strobes CTEM is now integrated… The post Strobes Integrates with Azure Repos: Enhancing Code Security…

DigiCert Acquires Vercara to Extend Cybersecurity Services

DigiCert today announced it is acquiring Vercara, a provider of Domain Name System (DNS) and distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) security services delivered via the cloud. The post DigiCert Acquires Vercara to Extend Cybersecurity Services appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article…

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NIST Releases Post Quantum Cryptography Standards

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) released its first three post-quantum cryptography (PQC) standards, a world-first designed to meet the threat of powerful quantum computers as well as the increasing encryption vulnerability to AI-based attacks. The post NIST…

How LLMs are Revolutionizing Data Loss Prevention

As data protection laws take hold across the world and the consequences of data loss become more severe, let’s take a closer look at the transformative potential that LLMs bring to the table. The post How LLMs are Revolutionizing Data…

Will GitOps Solve Configuration Security Issues?

Rather than rely only on GitOps, teams should first implement AI and analytics capabilities to reduce human configuration security errors.  The post Will GitOps Solve Configuration Security Issues?  appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security…

Transform Your MSP’s Financial Future

Learn How Kaseya is Changing the Game for MSPs The post Transform Your MSP’s Financial Future appeared first on Kaseya. The post Transform Your MSP’s Financial Future appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard…

FBI Disrupts Operations of the Dispossessor Ransomware Group

The FBI and law enforcement agencies from the UK and Germany seized servers and domains belonging to the Dispossessor ransomware gang, which had emerged into the spotlight following a similar operation against the notorious LockBit gang in February. The post…

WTH? DPRK WFH Ransomware Redux: 3rd Person Charged

North Korean army of remote IT workers enabled by Matthew Isaac Knoot, alleges DoJ. The post WTH? DPRK WFH Ransomware Redux: 3rd Person Charged appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original…

Sleeping With the Phishes

PHISHING SCHOOL Hiding C2 With Stealthy Callback Channels Write a custom command and control (C2) implant — Check ✅ Test it on your system — Check ✅ Test it in a lab against your client’s endpoint detection and response (EDR) product — Check ✅ Convince a target to download the…

The Crucial Role of Firewall Rule Histories

One often overlooked aspect in the aftermath of a breach is the meticulous examination of firewall rule histories. These records not only reveal how an attacker gained access but can illuminate the path they took within an organization’s network. The…

What is the Critical Pathway to Insider Risk (CPIR)?

This Article What is the Critical Pathway to Insider Risk (CPIR)? was first published on Signpost Six. | https://www.signpostsix.com/ Insider risk remains one of the most challenging threats for organisations to manage. The Critical Pathway to Insider Risk (CPIR) offers…

Ransomware Attack Fetched A Record $75 Million

LAS VEGAS — Ransomware attacks are escalating in scale and frequency. But one recent payout, a record  $75 million by a victimized Fortune 50 company, trumped a surge in extortion attacks that are likely to only increase, according to a…

DOJ Shuts Down Another North Korean ‘Laptop Farm’

The DOJ shut down another “laptop farm” link to a North Korean fake IT worker scam that the country uses to illegally bring in money for its nuclear and ballistic weapons program and to steal information from unsuspecting companies in…

AppViewX Automated Certificate Management for PingAccess

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, ensuring the security of web applications is essential to ensure revenue growth and a positive business reputation. One critical aspect of this security is the management of SSL/TLS certificates. The AppViewX AVX ONE platform…

HYAS Investigates Threat Actors Hidden In Gaming Services

Threat Intelligence Report Date: August 12, 2024 Prepared by: David Brunsdon, Threat Intelligence – Security Engineer, HYAS Threat Actors Exploiting Legitimate Services to Disguise Traffic Recently, the HYAS Threat Intelligence team has noticed an increase in malware communicating with subdomains…

The Value in Root Cause Analysis for Vulnerability Management

Identifying and addressing underlying issues and their root causes can lead to risk reduction, cost savings and better overall performance of a vulnerability management program. The post The Value in Root Cause Analysis for Vulnerability Management appeared first on Security…

Trump Campaign Hack Points to Growing U.S. Election Threats

The Trump campaign is claiming a hack is the work of Iranian operatives, adding to expanding election-interference campaigns that also include China and Russia, which the federal government calls the “predominant threat to U.S. elections.” The post Trump Campaign Hack…

AI Integration, Budget Pressures Challenge CISOs

Chief information security officers (CISOs) are struggling to manage cybersecurity effectively due to a lack of strategic support from other C-suite executives, according to a LevelBlue survey of 1,050 C-suite and senior executives. The post AI Integration, Budget Pressures Challenge…

Book Review: ‘Why Cybersecurity Fails in America’

Carter Schoenberg is a trusted security expert who has vast experience in the public and private sectors. Here’s his guidance on what works and what doesn’t with the cybersecurity industry. The post Book Review: ‘Why Cybersecurity Fails in America’ appeared…

USENIX Security ’23 – V1SCAN: Discovering 1-day Vulnerabilities in Reused C/C++ Open-Source Software Components Using Code Classification Techniques

Authors/Presenters:Seunghoon Woo, Eunjin Choi, Heejo Lee, Hakjoo Oh 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…

Move From FedRAMP to DoD with Impact Level Assessment

We’ve written extensively before about FedRAMP’s impact levels. As a brief refresher, there are four: Li-SaaS, the lowest of the low-security levels, is made for non-critical cloud applications that handle no tangible CUI. Low Impact, which can handle some CUI,…

HPE Infuses AI Into Network Detection and Response Platform

Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) this week at the Black Hat USA 2024 conference extended its network detection and response (NDR) capabilities that make use of artificial intelligence (AI) models to enable behavioral analytics. The post HPE Infuses AI Into Network…

Aqua Security Researchers Disclose Series of AWS Flaws

Aqua Security this week at the Black Hat USA 2024 conference revealed that it has discovered six vulnerabilities in the cloud services provided by Amazon Web Services (AWS). The post Aqua Security Researchers Disclose Series of AWS Flaws appeared first…

The Role of Microsegmentation in Kubernetes Environments

Optimizing Kubernetes security and efficiency of through granular control Kubernetes stands out as a powerful and versatile platform amongst application systems, allowing organizations to efficiently manage containers. However, enterprises face security challenges as they adopt Kubernetes in the context of…

Automated vs Manual: Web Penetration Testing

Penetration testing plays a key role in evaluating a company’s infrastructure security, and this blog focuses on web penetration testing. The process has an impact on four main steps: gathering information, researching and exploiting vulnerabilities, writing reports with suggestions, and…

Entrust distrust: How to move to a new Certificate Authority

Entrust, a once-trusted Certificate Authority (CA), has faced a significant setback as Google and Mozilla have announced they will no longer trust Entrust’s SSL/TLS certificates due to security concerns. This move leaves current Entrust customers scrambling to find alternative CAs…

How Situational Awareness Enhances the Security of Your Facility

Situational awareness means what is happening around you, making educated judgments, and responding appropriately to any given scenario. It can be helpful on an individual level and also to organizations for making better decisions. The post  How Situational Awareness Enhances…

Humans are Top Factor in Cloud Security: CSA Study

A study by the CSA found that the human element continues to play a key role in the top threats facing cloud computing environments, including misconfigurations, IAM, and insecurity interfaces and APIs. The post Humans are Top Factor in Cloud…

Top 10 Valimail Alternatives and Competitors in 2024

Valimail is a leading DMARC provider, but it … The post Top 10 Valimail Alternatives and Competitors in 2024 appeared first on EasyDMARC. The post Top 10 Valimail Alternatives and Competitors in 2024 appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article…

Top 10 DMARC Solutions in 2024

Our comprehensive guide ranks the top 10 DMARC … The post Top 10 DMARC Solutions in 2024 appeared first on EasyDMARC. The post Top 10 DMARC Solutions in 2024 appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from…

HYPR and Microsoft Partner on Entra FIDO2 Provisioning APIs

Yesterday at the Black Hat conference, Microsoft announced the public preview of Entra FIDO2 provisioning APIs. HYPR worked closely with Microsoft on these critical enhancements, which make it easier for Entra customers to provision passkeys for their users. Like the…

The Guide to Zero Trust Data Detection & Response (DDR)

The post The Guide to Zero Trust Data Detection & Response (DDR) appeared first on Votiro. The post The Guide to Zero Trust Data Detection & Response (DDR) appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security…

Salt Security Extends Scope of API Security Platform

Salt Security this week extended its core platform to make it easier to discover and govern application programming interfaces (APIs). The post Salt Security Extends Scope of API Security Platform appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed…

Fake FIM: The Cybersecurity Lie That Could Cost You

The Cybersecurity Industry is in Trouble In recent years, several vendors with prominent brands have added “FIM” to their feature sets. The problem is that it’s not real FIM. It’s merely change monitoring, which produces little more than noise. It’s…

Ransomware Attack Costs loanDepot Almost $27 Million

The January ransomware attack on loanDepot has so far cost the mortgage lender $26.9 million, including $25 million toward the possible settlement of a related class action lawsuit, company executives said in their Q2 financial report. The post Ransomware Attack…

Operational Technology (OT) Security a Top Priority for CIOs

The convergence of operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT) networks has created a complex environment increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks, a challenge compounded by a backlog of legacy systems, an expanding attack surface and an overstretched workforce. The post Operational…

Web-Connected Industrial Control Systems Vulnerable to Attack

Half of the 40,000 internet-connected industrial control systems (ICS) devices in the U.S., more than half of which are associated with building control and automation protocols, run low-level automation protocols found in wireless and consumer access networks, including those of…

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We’re constantly improving our product for our customers. See the latest features, improvements, and fixes we have shipped over the past month. The post Our Latest Product Updates appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security…

Dude, Where’s My Documentation?

When the zero day hits the fan, can you find the information you need? The post Dude, Where’s My Documentation? appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original article: Dude, Where’s My…

BIND Vulnerabilities: Urgent Security Updates Released

Several high-severity vulnerabilities have been discovered in BIND, potentially exposing millions of DNS servers to denial-of-service attacks. These issues have prompted urgent security updates from major Linux distributions such as Ubuntu and Debian. In this article, we explore the details…

7 Best Cyber Risk Management Platforms of 2024

In today’s digital age, cybersecurity is a central pillar of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC).  But why is this so crucial, and why is there a burgeoning market for specialized cyber risk management tools and platforms? John Chambers, former CEO…

Cloud Data Storage Raises New Security Issues

Advancements in cloud computing have made securing data more complicated. Fortifying servers in data centers to protect sensitive information no longer provides adequate protection. The cloud has become the data repository for everything, and data security must keep pace. The…

Democracy’s Challenge: Secure Elections Worldwide

LAS VEGAS — The U.S. presidential election is less than three months away, and many cybersecurity experts are bracing for a deluge of deceit. During a Black Hat 2024 keynote panel Wednesday morning, international leaders outlined how they are approaching…

Student Devices Wiped — Mobile Guardian Hacked AGAIN

Hackers ate my homework: MDM software for schools is breached for second time this year—13,000 devices wiped in Singapore alone. The post Student Devices Wiped — Mobile Guardian Hacked AGAIN appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed…

Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Matter’

<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://xkcd.com/2967/” rel=”noopener” target=”_blank”> <img alt=”” height=”341″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/0f1e3af5-3aef-4b4a-93e4-88cffe704f92/matter.png?format=1000w” width=”234″ /> </a><figcaption class=”image-caption-wrapper”> via the comic & dry wit of Randall Munroe, creator of XKCD Permalink The post Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Matter’ appeared first on Security Boulevard. This…

How AHEAD Enhanced SecOps Efficiency with Low-code Security Automation

The post How AHEAD Enhanced SecOps Efficiency with Low-code Security Automation appeared first on AI-enhanced Security Automation. The post How AHEAD Enhanced SecOps Efficiency with Low-code Security Automation appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security…

Daniel Stori’s ‘The chroot Case’

<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://turnoff.us/geek/the-chroot-case/” rel=”noopener” target=”_blank”> <img alt=”” height=”1014″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/ccdb50b6-814f-4c3d-981f-f228f3572a49/the-chroot-case.png?format=1000w” width=”710″ /> </a><figcaption class=”image-caption-wrapper”> via the inimitable Daniel Stori at Turnoff.US! Permalink The post Daniel Stori’s ‘The chroot Case’ appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed…

The Prevalence of DarkComet in Dynamic DNS

Threat Intelligence Report Date: August 6, 2024 Prepared by: David Brunsdon, Threat Intelligence – Security Engineer, HYAS Dynamic DNS (DDNS) is a service that automatically updates the Domain Name System (DNS) in real-time to reflect changes in the IP addresses…

Navigating the DORA Landscape with AttackIQ’s Automated Assessment

The financial services and insurance industries have always been in the center of targeted waves of cyberattacks. The escalating sophistication of cyberattacks has necessitated a shift towards continuous, automated security testing. Regulators and security experts alike advocate for a proactive…

Orca Security Extends Visibility Into the Cloud Security

Orca Security this week added an ability to classify cloud security threats in a way that enables security operations teams to better prioritize their remediation efforts. The post Orca Security Extends Visibility Into the Cloud Security appeared first on Security…

Minimizing the Impact of Ransomware in the Cloud

While eliminating ransomware is not possible, quick detection and automated recovery can minimize its impact on businesses. The post Minimizing the Impact of Ransomware in the Cloud appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard…

5 Best Practices for Managing Endpoints On a Global Scale

Organizations that operate on a global scale must adopt some special practices to ensure not just that they can manage endpoints effectively, but also that they do so in ways that ensure a smooth experience for end-users. The post 5…

APIs, Web Applications Under Siege as Attack Surface Expands

Attackers are increasingly targeting web applications and APIs, with a nearly 50% year-over-year growth in web attacks, driven by the increased adoption of these technologies, which significantly expanded organizational attack surfaces, according to an Akamai report. The post APIs, Web…

How to Secure Your Organization from Shadow IT?

“Shadow IT” isn’t just a catchy term; it goes beyond official procedures. It also shows unmet employee tech needs and perceived problems in company processes. What’s worse is that shadow IT can make your system more vulnerable to attacks, put…

7 Data Security Systems & Products Driving Value

In 2022, it’s not enough for businesses to rely on antivirus products or malware protection alone. Cybercriminals have been spurred… The post 7 Data Security Systems & Products Driving Value appeared first on Symmetry Systems. The post 7 Data Security…

MSN: Russia takes aim at Sitting Ducks domains, bags 30,000+

Eight-year-old domain hijacking technique still claiming victims The post MSN: Russia takes aim at Sitting Ducks domains, bags 30,000+ appeared first on Eclypsium | Supply Chain Security for the Modern Enterprise. The post MSN: Russia takes aim at Sitting Ducks…

How Using a VPN May Benefit Your Privacy

In the title of this post, keep in mind the keyword is may; as a forewarning, this is not a post that definitively says you must use a VPN regardless of the circumstances… because that is simply not true. From…

Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Exam Numbers’

<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://xkcd.com/2966/” rel=”noopener” target=”_blank”> <img alt=”” height=”252″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/5e7a5743-d229-4731-b1e8-671a953b52fc/chili_tornado_quake.png?format=1000w” width=”302″ /> </a><figcaption class=”image-caption-wrapper”> via the comic & dry wit of Randall Munroe, creator of XKCD Permalink The post Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Exam Numbers’ appeared first on Security Boulevard.…

TikTok Abuses Kids, say DoJ and FTC

For You Plague: U.S. Justice Dept. and Federal Trade Commission file lawsuit, alleging TikTok broke the COPPA law, plus a previous injunction. The post TikTok Abuses Kids, say DoJ and FTC appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been…

Leveraging CRQ to Comply With DORA Regulations | Kovrr

Articles related to cyber risk quantification, cyber risk management, and cyber resilience. The post Leveraging CRQ to Comply With DORA Regulations | Kovrr appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original article:…