Category: Security Boulevard

Improved Access Review

Improved Periodic Access Review with augmented data from Identity Access Management (IAM) systems Periodic Access Review (PAR) is the periodic process of attesting that a set of employees has the appropriate privileges on the appropriate resources at a specific point in…

Improved SoD Results Accuracy

Improved SoD Results AccuracyUse enhanced AND/OR logic to exclude false positives for given rules and reduce the total number of violations that need to be remediated each period. False positives (you can read more about the details of false positives…

Ten Simple Steps to Improve SOC Efficiency

Even the most sophisticated Security Operations Centers can struggle to improve SOC efficiency  Any Security Operations Centre (SOC) is the nerve center of an organization’s cybersecurity efforts. A SOC is a busy and dynamic environment where preparation and prevention are…

How Kratikal Helps Businesses Prevent Cyber Attacks?

The rise in cyber attacks has become a major worry. This issue is for organizations where data storage and technical operations are the driving force for business operations. Indeed, cyber attacks are becoming increasingly complex and frequent. This poses a…

DevSecOps maturity model: A beginner’s guide

In recent years, DevSecOps swiftly emerged as a crucial new paradigm in software development, prioritizing the integration of security into DevOps practices. The post DevSecOps maturity model: A beginner’s guide appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed…

What is DMARC?

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QR Code Scammers are Changing Tactics to Evade Detection

Check Point researchers last year saw a 587% increase between August and September of phishing attacks enticing unsuspecting targets to click on QR codes that then redirect them to malicious pages used for harvesting credentials. The cybersecurity firm’s report was…

Web Vulnerability Submissions Exploded in 2023

There was an alarming surge of user-submitted web vulnerability submissions in 2023—with a 30% increase compared to 2022—as open-scoped bug bounty programs evolved. The post Web Vulnerability Submissions Exploded in 2023 appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been…

Why We Need to Cultivate a Confidential Computing Ecosystem

The development of privacy-enhancing technologies (PETs) can resolve the tension between data privacy and utility. The post Why We Need to Cultivate a Confidential Computing Ecosystem appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read…

Weekly Blog Wrap-Up (January 22- January 25, 2023)

Welcome to the TuxCare Weekly Blog Wrap-Up – your go-to resource for the latest insights on cybersecurity strategy, Linux security, and how to simplify the way your organization protects its data and customers. At TuxCare, we understand the importance of…

GitLab Arbitrary File Write Vulnerability (CVE-2024-0402) Alert

Overview Recently, NSFOCUS CERT detected that GitLab officially released a security announcement and fixed an arbitrary file write vulnerability (CVE-2024-0402) in GitLab Community Edition (CE) and Enterprise Edition (EE). Due to path traversal issues, authenticated attackers can copy files to…

CI/CD Pipeline Security: Best Practices Beyond Build and Deploy

CI/CD Pipeline Security Given the demand for rapid innovation and the adoption of agile methodologies, Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines have become the foundation on which all DevOps processes are built. They are the backbone of efficient delivery.  In fact,…

Malicious AdTech Spies on People as NatSec Targets

Targeted ads target targets: Patternz and Nuviad enable potentially hostile governments to track individuals by misusing ad bidding. The post Malicious AdTech Spies on People as NatSec Targets appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security…

AI Will Fuel Rise in Ransomware, UK Cyber Agency Says

The accelerating innovation of generative AI will increase the risks of ransomware and other cyberthreats over the next two years as bad actors integrate the technologies into their nefarious operations, according to a report this week from the UK’s top…

Shield GKE’s Achilles Heel using RBAC

If you’re using GKE (Google Kubernetes Engine), you should be extremely cautious when adding roles to the system:authenticated The post Shield GKE’s Achilles Heel using RBAC appeared first on ARMO. The post Shield GKE’s Achilles Heel using RBAC appeared first…

Scoping Chatbots for Safe and Effective Experiences

The most effective chatbots are secure, ethical and customizable to align with an organization’s structure and specific use cases. The post Scoping Chatbots for Safe and Effective Experiences appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security…

What is internet safety?

For K-12 school districts, providing students with internet access is a double-edged sword. Why? Think about the positives and negatives: The good: It brings kids closer together, connects them to key resources, and puts an innovative twist on the educational…

Ignite the Future with Swimlane: Highlights from SKO 2024

The post Ignite the Future with Swimlane: Highlights from SKO 2024 appeared first on AI Enabled Security Automation. The post Ignite the Future with Swimlane: Highlights from SKO 2024 appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from…

Protect AI Unveils Gateway to Secure AI Models

Protect AI’s Guardian gateway enforces security policies to prevent malicious code from executing within an artificial intelligence (AI) model. The post Protect AI Unveils Gateway to Secure AI Models appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from…

USENIX Security ’23 – Mazharul Islam, Marina Sanusi Bohuk, Paul Chung, Thomas Ristenpart, Rahul Chatterjee – Araña: Discovering And Characterizing Password Guessing Attacks In Practice

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 organizations YouTube channel. Permalink The post…

Daniel Stori’s ‘influencer’

<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://turnoff.us/image/en/influencer.jpeg”> <img alt=”” height=”946″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/72d56a2c-f049-4b5d-9caf-5afe5f78f639/influencer.jpg?format=1000w” width=”640″ /> </a><figcaption class=”image-caption-wrapper”> via the webcomic talent of the inimitable Daniel Stori at Turnoff.US. Permalink The post Daniel Stori’s ‘influencer’ appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed…

The Vulnerability Management Stack: 5 Essential Technologies

Vulnerability management encompasses hardware vulnerabilities, misconfigurations and other weaknesses a threat actor could potentially exploit. The post The Vulnerability Management Stack: 5 Essential Technologies appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original…

What Is Professional Services Automation (PSA) Software?

In the dynamic world of IT services, the efficiency and management of operations are paramount. This blog post aims toRead More The post What Is Professional Services Automation (PSA) Software? appeared first on Kaseya. The post What Is Professional Services…

Multiple Go Vulnerabilities Fixed in Ubuntu

Go is an open-source programming language that has gained popularity for efficiency and simplicity. However, as with any software, vulnerabilities can lurk within its libraries and modules. It is essential to stay aware of these vulnerabilities and apply fixes on…

NodeZero Updated With Attack Content for Critical Confluence RCE

On 16 January, Atlassian released a security advisory concerning CVE-2023-22527 that affects vulnerable out-of-date versions of Confluence Data Center and Server. The post NodeZero Updated With Attack Content for Critical Confluence RCE appeared first on Horizon3.ai. The post NodeZero Updated…

CVE-2024-0204: Fortra GoAnywhere MFT Authentication Bypass Deep-Dive

On January 22, 2024 Fortra posted a security advisory for their GoAnywhere MFT product. This advisory details an authentication bypass vulnerability, CVE-2024-0204, that allows an unauthenticated attacker to create an […] The post CVE-2024-0204: Fortra GoAnywhere MFT Authentication Bypass Deep-Dive…

Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Log Alignment’

<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://xkcd.com/2884/”> <img alt=”” height=”312″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/caf37e9f-c57b-4773-a36b-ed9a49d53365/log_alignment.png?format=1000w” width=”351″ /> </a><figcaption class=”image-caption-wrapper”> via the comic artistry and dry wit of Randall Munroe, creator of XKCD Permalink The post Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Log Alignment’ appeared first on Security Boulevard. This…

FBI and CISA Warn of Androxgh0st Malware Attacks

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) have issued a joint Cybersecurity Advisory warning of the escalating threat posed by Androxgh0st malware. Threat actors are using this Python-scripted malware to build a botnet…

SEC X Account Hack is a Case of SIM Swapping

The bad actor who hacked into the X account of the Securities and Exchange Commission earlier this month gained access through a SIM swapping attack on the agency’s phone linked to the account. A SEC spokesperson in an update this…

Lacework and Securiti Ally to Better Secure Data

Lacework and Securiti are partnering to integrate their respective DSPM and CNAPP platforms. The post Lacework and Securiti Ally to Better Secure Data appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original article:…

Cato Networks Adds XDR Service to SASE Platform

Cato Networks added an XDR service to its SASE platform to simplify centralizing the management of security and networking services. The post Cato Networks Adds XDR Service to SASE Platform appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed…

Androxgh0st Haunts Cloud Credentials

The FBI and the U.S. CISA warned of new Androxgh0st malware that scans for and extracts application secrets. The post Androxgh0st Haunts Cloud Credentials appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original…

Threat actors are exploiting web applications

Due to digital transformation, work from anywhere policies and Software as a Service (SaaS) platforms, the browser has emerged as the main business tool today. Users from anywhere can access thousands of applications through the Internet, using them for critical…

The Current State of Evolving CMMC Policy

Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) has emerged as a credible framework for organizations required to protect sensitive information. The post The Current State of Evolving CMMC Policy appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard…

Keys to Adapting SecOps Processes for the Cloud

In part three of this series, now that we’ve modernized our core SecOps capabilities, we can start adapting our processes for the cloud. The post Keys to Adapting SecOps Processes for the Cloud appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article…

What is Lateral Movement in Cybersecurity?

What’s its significance, how does it work, what are the strategies to defend against it, and what is lateral movement in cybersecurity? Cybersecurity is a constantly evolving field, with new threats and terminologies emerging seemingly daily. I’m often asked what…

Data Breach Strikes Hathway: 41.5M Data Exposed

Data breach incidents have increased since post covid. The increase in work-from-home for employees has led to multiple cyber attacks, data breaches, and financial fraud. Information confidentiality is compromised by security incidents. A significant breach is observed in consumer data…

Overcoming CVE Shock with Effective Kubernetes Vulnerability Scanning

ARMO’s new feature revolutionizes Kubernetes vulnerability scanning based on eBPF technology to help Kubernetes and DevSecOps practitioners focus The post Overcoming CVE Shock with Effective Kubernetes Vulnerability Scanning appeared first on ARMO. The post Overcoming CVE Shock with Effective Kubernetes…

How to Use Context-Based Authentication to Improve Security

One of the biggest security weak points for organizations involves their authentication processes. According to Google Cloud’s 2023 Threat Horizons Report, 86% of breaches involve stolen credentials. Our own research found that 60% of organizations reported authentication-related breaches in the…

Building a Privacy-Centric Organization with FireMon

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Chinese Espionage Group Has Exploited VMware Flaw Since 2021

A Chinese espionage group spotted last year by Mandiant researchers abusing a flaw that affected VMware virtualization tools has been exploiting another zero-day vulnerability in VMware’s vCenter Server since at least late 2021, according to the Google-owned cybersecurity company. VMware…

CISA Adds 6 Known Exploited Vulnerabilities to Catalog

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued a stark warning for organizations nationwide, adding six critical vulnerabilities to its “Known Exploited Vulnerabilities” (KEV) catalog. Six critical vulnerabilities, including flaws in Apache Superset, Adobe ColdFusion, Apple products, D-Link routers,…

USENIX Security ’23 – Kaiming Cheng, Jeffery F. Tian, Tadayoshi Kohno, Franziska Roesner – Exploring User Reactions and Mental Models Towards Perceptual Manipulation Attacks in Mixed Reality

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 organizations YouTube channel. Permalink The post…

Cybersecurity Challenges at the World Economic Forum

The 54th Annual Meeting of The World Economic Forum took place in Davos, Switzerland, this past week, and cybersecurity and AI were again top topics. Here are some highlights. The post Cybersecurity Challenges at the World Economic Forum appeared first…

USENIX Security ’23 – Habiba Farrukh, Reham Mohamed, Aniket Nare, Antonio Bianchi, Z. Berkay Celik – LocIn: Inferring Semantic Location from Spatial Maps in Mixed Reality

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 organizations YouTube channel. Permalink The post…

Behind the Breach: Pass-The-Cookie Beyond IdPs

Pass-The-Cookie (PTC), also known as token compromise, is a common attack technique employed by threat actors in SaaS environments.  In the past, Obsidian’s Threat Research team noted a pattern where most PTC attacks focused on stealing the identity provider (IdP)…

Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Net Rotations’

<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://xkcd.com/2882/”> <img alt=”” height=”477″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/1524eebd-3739-4e71-ac46-fa5c595fde6b/net_rotations.png?format=1000w” width=”318″ /> </a><figcaption class=”image-caption-wrapper”> via the comic artistry and dry wit of Randall Munroe, creator of XKCD Permalink The post Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Net Rotations’ appeared first on Security Boulevard. This…

Latest OpenPubkey Project Initiative Makes SSH More Secure

The OpenPubkey project shared an OIDC-based mechanism for remotely logging into IT environments that makes authentication using SSH certificates more secure. The post Latest OpenPubkey Project Initiative Makes SSH More Secure appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been…

How to Shine in Your Next Cybersecurity Audit

Organizations facing cybersecurity audits need to be doubly prepared for cyberattacks and cybercrime and an audit team. The post How to Shine in Your Next Cybersecurity Audit appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard…

Orange Spain Outage: BGP Traffic Hijacked by Threat Actor

In a recent cybersecurity incident, Orange Spain faced a significant internet outage on January 3, 2024. A threat actor, going by the name ‘Snow,’ exploited vulnerabilities in the company’s RIPE account. The Orange Spain outage resulted in the misconfiguration of…

USENIX Security ’23 – Xingman Chen, Yinghao Shi, Zheyu Jiang, Yuan Li, Ruoyu Wang, Haixin Duan, Haoyu Wang, Chao Zhang – MTSan: A Feasible and Practical Memory Sanitizer for Fuzzing COTS Binaries

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 organizations YouTube channel. Permalink The post…

Protect AI Report Surfaces MLflow Security Vulnerabilities

Protect AI identified RCE vulnerabilities in the MLflow life cycle management tool that can be used to compromise AI models. The post Protect AI Report Surfaces MLflow Security Vulnerabilities appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from…

SOC-as-a-Service: The Five Must-Have Features

SOCs are one of the most important functions of an organization’s security defenses, but they are also a heavy drain on resources. The post SOC-as-a-Service: The Five Must-Have Features appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from…

Why is data security important?

Most K-12 technology directors can’t stop talking about cybersecurity. But have you ever wondered why? The truth is there are many reasons why safeguarding personal data is essential. From reputational damage to student safety, the list is practically endless. Luckily,…

Confessions on MFA and Security Best Practices

The last couple weeks have brought a few discussions on the topic of multifactor authentication or MFA (sometimes also referred to as 2FA or two factor authentication).  These discussions have been driven by the SEC’s X (formerly known as Twitter)…

JinxLoader Malware: Next-Stage Payload Threats Revealed

In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, a recent discovery by Palo Alto Networks Unit 42 and Symantec sheds light on a new Go-based malware loader named JinxLoader malware. This sophisticated tool is employed by threat actors to facilitate malicious payload…

HealthEC Data Breach Impacts 4.5 Million Patients

In the evolving landscape of healthcare cybersecurity, the recent data breach at HealthEC LLC has sent shockwaves through the industry, affecting nearly 4.5 million individuals who received care through the company’s diverse clientele. This incident, which unfolded between July 14…

Navigating the Debian 10 EOL: A Guide to the Future

Debian 10’s End of Life (EOL) highlights the critical need for upgrading to maintain security and compatibility. Upgrading from Debian 10 involves balancing hardware compatibility, software dependencies, and system configurations with minimal operational disruption. In cases where immediate upgrading isn’t…

The Perils of Platformization

#TLDR CISOs continually have to choose between best of breed security vs Platformization and further consolidation of vendors. The emergence of ERP tools presented a similar choice and most ERP projects have ended up as expensive failures. Open Integration is…