Category: Security Boulevard

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:…

Strategies for Mitigating LLM Risks in Cybersecurity

LLMs are different from other tools and different approaches are required to mitigate their risks involving new security technologies. The post Strategies for Mitigating LLM Risks in Cybersecurity appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security…

DSPM: A Cybersecurity Approach Tailor-Made for This AI Era

As AI adoption grows, so does organizations’ appetite for the vast data from disparate sources needed to train AI models. Because of this, companies are grappling with how to safeguard a surging amount of fragmented data wherever it lives. The…

Effective Third-Party Risk Management Under PCI DSS 4.0

The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) aims to improve credit, debit and cash card transaction security and protect cardholders from breaches of their personal information. The post Effective Third-Party Risk Management Under PCI DSS 4.0 appeared first…

The Great CrowdStrike Crash, AI’s Role in Employee Smiles

In episode 341, we cover the unprecedented global IT outage caused by a CrowdStrike update crash, affecting 8.5 million Windows machines. We discuss whether it’s the largest outage in history and discuss the intricacies of internet accessibility and responses from…

Top 10 Red Sift OnDMARC Alternatives & Competitors in 2024

OnDMARC is a well-known DMARC provider, but there … The post Top 10 Red Sift OnDMARC Alternatives & Competitors in 2024 appeared first on EasyDMARC. The post Top 10 Red Sift OnDMARC Alternatives & Competitors in 2024 appeared first on…

Top 10 PowerDMARC Alternatives and Competitors in 2024

PowerDMARC is a well-known DMARC solution, but it … The post Top 10 PowerDMARC Alternatives and Competitors in 2024 appeared first on EasyDMARC. The post Top 10 PowerDMARC Alternatives and Competitors in 2024 appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article…

Top 10 Proofpoint Alternatives and Competitors in 2024

Proofpoint Email Fraud Defense is a familiar name … The post Top 10 Proofpoint Alternatives and Competitors in 2024 appeared first on EasyDMARC. The post Top 10 Proofpoint Alternatives and Competitors in 2024 appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article…

USENIX Security ’23 – Secure Floating-Point Training

Authors/Presenters:Deevashwer Rathee, Anwesh Bhattacharya, Divya Gupta, Rahul Sharma, Dawn Song 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…

CMMC Compliance: Customer and Shared Responsibility Matrix

CMMC is a familiar framework to any contractor working as part of the defense industrial base and handling any form of controlled unclassified information. Whether it’s compliance in general, a specific clause relating to DFARS 252.204-7012 in your contract, or…

Akeyless Universal Secrets Connector: A Secrets Manager of Managers

Discover the power of External Secrets Manager with Akeyless. Simplify secrets management across multiple platforms and clouds, centralize control, enhance visibility, and ensure compliance. The post Akeyless Universal Secrets Connector: A Secrets Manager of Managers appeared first on Akeyless. The…

USENIX Security ’23 – ARMore: Pushing Love Back Into Binaries

Authors/Presenters:Luca Di Bartolomeo, Hossein Moghaddas, Mathias Payer 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 ‘Chili Tornado Quake’

<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://xkcd.com/2965/” rel=”noopener” target=”_blank”> <img alt=”” height=”252″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/1a839bb5-7d48-4634-9313-f923c1430f11/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 ‘Chili Tornado Quake’ appeared first on Security…

Prisoner Swap: Huge Russian Hackers Freed — Seleznev and Klyushin

Pragmatic politics: Anger as Putin gets back two notorious cybercriminals The post Prisoner Swap: Huge Russian Hackers Freed — Seleznev and Klyushin appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original article: Prisoner…

Iranian Internet Attacked by Israeli Hacktivist Group: Reports

Israeli hacktivist group WeRedEvils reportedly attacked Iran’s Wi-Fi infrastructure, knocking out internet service in parts of the country amid growing tensions following Israel’s assassination this week of a Hamas leader in Iran. The post Iranian Internet Attacked by Israeli Hacktivist…

The Unbreakable Bond: Why Identity and Data Security are Inseparable

Identity security and data security must be addressed simultaneously for an organization’s security posture to address security risks and threats adequately. The post The Unbreakable Bond: Why Identity and Data Security are Inseparable appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article…

Widespread OTP-Stealing Campaign Targets Android Users

Zimperium researchers discovered a widespread and sophisticated malware campaign dubbed SMS Stealer that’s being used against Android device users to steal OTPs from text messages, which can lead to account takeover and ransomware attacks. The post Widespread OTP-Stealing Campaign Targets…

Fraud in the Travel Industry & How to Prevent It

Fraud in the travel industry can cost your business in direct losses, reputational damage, and negative customer experience. It’s more important than ever for businesses in the travel and hospitality industry to protect themselves and their customers from sophisticated fraudsters.…

Google Using Enhanced Encryption to Protect Cookies

Google is adding greater encryption capabilities to Chrome to better protect users from information-stealing malware, a move that comes after the company’s controversial decision to once again delay getting rid of third-party cookies. The post Google Using Enhanced Encryption to…

Best 5 SOC 2 Compliance Software in 2024

If you’ve landed here, chances are you know just how challenging getting SOC 2 certification can be. Dealing with manual processes, spreadsheets, and endless piles of documentation can feel like a never-ending battle.  I get it—it’s overwhelming and inefficient. In…

How to spot signs of ransomware in your school district

The FCC is running a new cybersecurity pilot program that will help eligible schools and libraries pay for a variety of cybersecurity investments. The post How to spot signs of ransomware in your school district appeared first on ManagedMethods Cybersecurity,…

Maritime Cybersecurity: Avoiding the Next DALI

U.S. ports, shipping companies and critical pipelines have repeatedly sustained cyberattacks, with increasing severity and consequences. The post Maritime Cybersecurity: Avoiding the Next DALI  appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original…

Understanding the Impact of the CrowdStrike Event

In the early hours of Friday, July 19th, airline flights were halted, hospitals couldn’t serve patients, and critical infrastructure was disrupted—all because of a security software update gone wrong. Systems Read More The post Understanding the Impact of the CrowdStrike…

Report: Amount of Data Being Analyzed by Cybersecurity Teams Rises

An analysis published today by Cribl, a data management platform provider, suggests that the amount of data being processed and analyzed by cybersecurity teams is increasing exponentially. The post Report: Amount of Data Being Analyzed by Cybersecurity Teams Rises appeared…

Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Cybersecurity

A Focus on Vulnerability Management In recent years, the cybersecurity landscape has undergone significant transformations, particularly… The post Navigating the Evolving Landscape of Cybersecurity appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original…

CrowdStrike Sued? — Delta Dials David Boies

Is Delta the First of Many? Airline calls in attorneys Boies Schiller Flexner to claw back its cash. The post CrowdStrike Sued? — Delta Dials David Boies appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard…

Cyberse and the Marketplace Era of Cybersecurity Purchasing

The marketplace era of cybersecurity purchasing is arriving before our eyes. Cyberse is a new startup leading the way. The post Cyberse and the Marketplace Era of Cybersecurity Purchasing appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from…

Data Breaches for the Month July 2024

Every month, we witness a significant rise in data breaches. Over the past six months, India has experienced a surge in cyber-attacks, with 388 data breaches, 107 data leaks, and… The post Data Breaches for the Month July 2024 appeared…

Tenable Considering a Potential Sale: Report

Tenable reportedly is exploring a potential sale that would add to the growing consolidation in a cybersecurity market that is seeing new innovations in cyber-defenses as the threat of cyberattacks grows. The post Tenable Considering a Potential Sale: Report appeared…

Top CVEs of July 2024: Key Vulnerabilities and Mitigations

July 2024 has surfaced a series of significant vulnerabilities that could compromise the security of many organizations. From Bamboo Data Center flaws to critical issues in ServiceNow, these vulnerabilities present… The post Top CVEs of July 2024: Key Vulnerabilities and…

How Bots and AI are Fueling Disinformation

The rise of advanced AI and large language models has fundamentally altered the landscape of disinformation. The post How Bots and AI are Fueling Disinformation appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the…

Email Attacks Surge, Ransomware Threat Remains Elevated

There has been a dramatic rise in email attacks and ransomware incidents, with an Acronis report noting a staggering 293% increase in email attacks in the first half of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. The post Email…

IBM: Cost of Data Breach on Average Reaches $4.9 Million

An IBM analysis of 604 organizations published today finds the average cost of each breach, including lost revenue, has now reached $4.9 million. The post IBM: Cost of Data Breach on Average Reaches $4.9 Million appeared first on Security Boulevard.…

NSFOCUS RSAS New Features Unleashed

NSFOCUS Remote Security Assessment Security (RSAS) is a specialized, all-encompassing vulnerability scanner tailored for clients performing security assessments. It is adept at swiftly identifying a full spectrum of weaknesses within network systems. NSFOCUS RSAS is not just a scanning tool;…

Ransomware actors pivot away from major brands in Q2 2024

Unaffiliated ‘lone wolf’ threat actors carry out a greater share of attacks as they attempt to obfuscate their identity in Q2 2024. The post Ransomware actors pivot away from major brands in Q2 2024 appeared first on Security Boulevard. This…

Fortanix Extends Encyption Key Discovery to On-Premises IT Platforms

Fortanix today extended the reach of its ability to discover encryption keys to on-premises IT environments to enable organizations to more comprehensively manage risks. The post Fortanix Extends Encyption Key Discovery to On-Premises IT Platforms appeared first on Security Boulevard.…

Ubuntu Fixes Two OpenVPN Vulnerabilities

Two vulnerabilities were discovered in openvpn, a virtual private network software which could keep the closing session active or result in denial of service. Canonical released security updates to address these vulnerabilities in affected Ubuntu releases. These include Ubuntu 24.04…

Detecting Externally Facing Resources

In November 2009, as coach of a youth baseball team, I received a Google Sheet with the names, birthdays, contact information, and team names for about 30 kids born between 1997 and 2000. More than 14 years later, I still…

Comic Agilé – Mikkel Noe-Nygaard, Luxshan Ratnaravi – #299 — Motivation and Reality

<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://www.comicagile.net/comic/motivation-and-reality/” rel=”noopener” target=”_blank”> <img alt=”” height=”640″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/eaffcd8a-76c0-491f-9d84-f4f33e24407d/%23299+%E2%80%93+Motivation+and+Reality.png?format=1000w” width=”640″ /> </a><figcaption class=”image-caption-wrapper”> via the respected Software Engineering expertise of Mikkel Noe-Nygaard and the lauded Software Engineering / Enterprise Agile Coaching work of Luxshan Ratnaravi at Comic Agilé!…

HealthEquity: 4.3 Million People Affected by Data Breach

Some 4.3 million people had their personal and health care information compromised by hackers who were were able to access the data by breaching the account of a business partner of HealthEquity. The post HealthEquity: 4.3 Million People Affected by…

Crowdstrike outage: Growing scams amid global outage

The post Crowdstrike outage: Growing scams amid global outage appeared first on Click Armor. The post Crowdstrike outage: Growing scams amid global outage appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original article:…

WTH? Google Auth Bug Lets Hackers Login as You

G Suite Sours: Domain owners flummoxed as strangers get Google for their domains. The post WTH? Google Auth Bug Lets Hackers Login as You appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original…

The NIS2 Directive: Implications for Your Organization

Learn about the NIS2 Directive’s impact on your organization and key steps for compliance with new cybersecurity standards. The post The NIS2 Directive: Implications for Your Organization appeared first on Scytale. The post The NIS2 Directive: Implications for Your Organization…

Russia-Backed Brute-Force Campaign Targets Microsoft Infrastructure in EU

The European Union (EU) is currently confronting a significant surge in cyberattacks, primarily originating from Russia and these brute-force assaults are targeting corporate and institutional networks. The post Russia-Backed Brute-Force Campaign Targets Microsoft Infrastructure in EU appeared first on Security…

Why Biometrics are Key to a Safe Paris Olympics

Biometrics can be a force for major good in our society and around various facets of the upcoming Paris Olympics, most notably public safety. The post Why Biometrics are Key to a Safe Paris Olympics appeared first on Security Boulevard.…

Fighting Fire with Fire: Using AI to Thwart Cybercriminals

Organizations are increasingly implementing generative AI (GenAI) solutions to boost productivity and introduce new operational efficiencies. Unfortunately, so are cybercriminals, and they’re doing so with alarming effectiveness. The post Fighting Fire with Fire: Using AI to Thwart Cybercriminals appeared first…

USENIX Security ’23 – Bilingual Problems: Studying the Security Risks Incurred by Native Extensions in Scripting Languages

Authors/Presenters:Cristian-Alexandru Staicu, Sazzadur Rahaman, Ágnes Kiss, Michael Backes 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…

FAQ: How Are STIGs, SRGs, SCAP, and CCIs Related?

In the world of government-adjacent security and compliance, there are many different terms and acronyms you’ll encounter for the processes you have to perform. Often, these terms are interrelated in a single process, so you tend to learn them in…

Negotiate Your Next Cyber Insurance Policy With This 6-Step Playbook

TL;DR: Cyber liability insurance is essential, but premiums are increasing, and numerous exclusions exist. Important steps to lower premiums include preparation, articulating your risk, and demonstrating progressive improvement in security through measurable metrics. Why Do Organizations Need Cyber Liability Insurance?…

PKfail: 800+ Major PC Models have Insecure ‘Secure Boot’

Big BIOS bother: Hundreds of PC models from vendors such as HP, Lenovo, Dell, Intel, Acer and Gigabyte shipped with useless boot protection—using private keys that aren’t private. The post PKfail: 800+ Major PC Models have Insecure ‘Secure Boot’ appeared…