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[Free & Downloadable] Information Security Policy Template – 2024

An information security policy template serves as a comprehensive guide for organizations aiming to fortify their defenses against information breaches and cyber-attacks. It encompasses key areas such as purpose and objectives, authority, scope, organizational security management, functional responsibilities, and much…

MSP vs MSSP: What Is The Difference

MSPs handle IT management, while MSSPs specialize in cybersecurity. MSPs ensure smooth operations, while MSSPs maintain a security posture. Both are essential — each with its unique role. In this article, we’ll discuss their key differences! What Is an MSP…

Heimdal’s 10th Anniversary – Our Finest Hours

On Heimdal’s 10th Birthday, we want to thank everyone who shaped our journey from 2014 to today, and the future. Ours is a story of perseverance, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of excellence through community empowerment. What better way to…

IAM vs PAM: What’s the Difference And Why It Matters

IAM and PAM refer to similar topics in the world of access management, and they’re often used interchangeably. However, it’s important to understand how and why they’re different and what that means for your wider cybersecurity strategy. If you want…

[Free & Downloadable] Cybersecurity Risk Management Template – 2024

This comprehensive cybersecurity risk management template provides a structured approach for identifying, assessing, and prioritizing cybersecurity risks. By offering a standardized framework, it enables organizations to systematically evaluate their vulnerabilities and the potential impact of various cyber threats. This streamlined…

Bank of America Warns Its Customers About Data Breach

A data breach compromising customers’ personal information has been alerted by Bank of America to consumers following last year’s intrusion of Infosys McCamish Systems (IMS), one of its service partners. Data exposed in the security breach include the names, addresses,…

NIST Cybersecurity Framework Policy Template Guide – 2024

The purpose of this document is to provide a comprehensive template for organizations seeking to assess their compliance with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework (CSF). The NIST CSF is a voluntary framework that consists of…

NIST Cybersecurity Framework Policy Template Guide

The purpose of this document is to provide a comprehensive template for organizations seeking to assess their compliance with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework (CSF). The NIST CSF is a voluntary framework that consists of…

AnyDesk System Breach Raises Concerns Among MSP Users

AnyDesk confirmed recently that a cyberattack has affected their product systems. The hackers accessed the source code and private code signing keys. Initially, the 170,000 customers remote access software company claimed an unplanned maintenance to explain why client logins failed…

Free & Downloadable Cybersecurity Risk Assessment Templates

Securing digital assets has never been more critical. This guide offers direct access to indispensable cybersecurity risk assessment templates in PDF, Word, and Google Docs formats, enabling organizations and individuals to fortify their digital defenses effectively and efficiently. What are…

Privileged Accounts 101: Everything You Need to Know

Privileged accounts are one of the most common entry points for hackers. The profusion of accounts in an organization and the difficulty of managing them creates a unique target for malicious actors. Securing these accounts, therefore, is a key tenent…

Top 11 Privileged Access Management Solutions (2024)

Looking to find the right privileged access management (PAM) solution for your organization? Well, you’ve certainly come to the right place… PAM tools play a key role in any modern cybersecurity strategy. Without them, you can’t hope to protect yourself…

10 Best Privileged Identity Management Tools (2024)

The Importance of Choosing the Right Privilege Identity Management Solution The essence of effective Privileged Identity Management (PIM) lies not in identity or management but in privilege. A robust PIM system focuses on identifying those who should, and equally importantly,…

Free and Downloadable Threat & Vulnerability Management Templates

Threat and Vulnerability Management plays a crucial role in safeguarding information systems.  It involves identifying, assessing, and mitigating vulnerabilities in software, hardware, and organizational processes. Effective TVM not only anticipates and counters potential cyber threats but also ensures compliance with…

Cactus Ransomware behind Schneider Electrics Data Breach

Cactus Ransomware claims responsibility for the January 17th Schneider Electric data breach. Schneider Electric confirms hackers got access to their Resource Advisor cloud platform. The French-based energy giant says the attack only hit their Sustainability Business division. The platform holds…

10 Best User Access Review Software (2024)

With data breaches on the rise, it’s important to limit access to your organization’s sensitive data. A user access review software can help you do so.  This article provides you with a comprehensive overview of the 10 best User Access…

White House Revamps Cybersecurity Hiring Strategy

During his initial statements since becoming the National Cyber Director in December, Harry Coker stated that the White House plans to “reduce unnecessary barriers” that federal contractors have while trying to fill cybersecurity positions, such as the need for a…

Comprehensive Guide to Patch Management Templates

We all know that maintaining up-to-date systems is crucial. Patch management plays a vital role in this process. This article serves as a hub for various patch management templates, each designed to streamline and enhance the efficiency of your patch…

How to Create an End-to-End Privileged Access Management Lifecycle

Key takeaways: Why privileged access management requires a continuous approach; The common pitfalls of poor privileged access management; How to create an effective, end-to-end privileged access management lifecycle. Privileged access management (PAM) is an essential tool of any modern cybersecurity…

Major Data Breach at HealthEC Affects Millions

HealthEC LLC, a leading provider in health management solutions, experienced a significant data breach, impacting approximately 4.5 million individuals. This incident affected patients who received care through one of HealthEC’s client organizations. The company’s population health management platform, used by…

Data Breach Impacts LoanCare Customers

Over 1.3 million customers across the U.S. are being alerted by mortgage servicing company LoanCare that a data breach at its parent company, Fidelity National Financial, may have compromised their private information. With 1.2 million loans and $390 billion in…

Lockbit Ransomware Attack Affects Three German Hospitals

Katholische Hospitalvereinigung Ostwestfalen (KHO), a German hospital network, has confirmed that a cyberattack launched by the Lockbit ransomware group is the cause of recent service disruptions at three hospitals in its network. The attack occurred in the early morning of…

NSA Releases 2023 Cybersecurity Year in Review Report

The National Security Agency (NSA) has unveiled its ‘2023 Cybersecurity Year in Review’. This document highlights the agency’s achievements in enhancing national security through cybersecurity. It emphasizes the value of NSA’s collaborations with U.S. government agencies, international allies, and the…

How to Complete an IT Risk Assessment (2023)

In a perfect world, you’d have the resources to defend yourself against every possible cybersecurity threat and vulnerability. The reality, however, is that even the largest organizations have limited resources to dedicate to cybersecurity. An effective security strategy, therefore, needs…

Unveiling the Dynamics of Cybersecurity- A Heimdal® Report

The purpose of Heimdal®’s exercise is to analyze the complex dynamics between endpoint-based attacks, code-based vulnerabilities, and cyberattacks that leverage DNS in an attempt to establish a baseline for detection and response framework. To this end, we have analyzed two…

LockBit Ransomware Targets German Energy Agency Dena

Dena, the reputed German Energy Agency, is said to have fallen victim to the notorious LockBit ransomware group. The Dena cyberattack was revealed through a post on the threat actor’s dark web platform, where they disclose data breach incidents and…

How to build a cyber incident response team (a 2024 playbook)

This post is authored by Heimdal’s Valentin Rusu – Machine Learning Research Engineer and overall cybersecurity guru here at Heimdal. As an incident response manager himself, Valentin regularly coordinates security responses for companies of all shapes and sizes – including…

Welltok Data Breach Affects Over 8.5 Million Patients

Welltok, a Healthcare SaaS provider, has issued a warning about a significant data breach that compromised the personal information of nearly 8.5 million patients in the U.S. This breach occurred due to a cyberattack on a file transfer program used…

Patch Management Guide

Patch management involves distributing and applying updates to various endpoints, which is crucial in fixing software vulnerabilities or unforeseen system interactions.  60% of cyber incidents leading to covert data theft link to absent, misconfigured, or incompletely implemented patches.  A concerning…

Vulnerability Prioritization: How to Beat Patching Paralysis

Key Takeaways: Vulnerability prioritization is about deciding what to patch, and in what order.  Many organizations use unsatisfactory methods when prioritizing patches. Learn how a holistic, risk-based approach to vulnerability prioritization can improve patch management.  Find out how automated vulnerability…

Researchers Warn NetSupport RAT Attacks Are on the Rise

Researchers warn of an increase in NetSupport RAT (Remote Access Trojan) infections impacting education, government, and business services sectors. NetSupport Manager is a remote control and desktop management tool by NetSupport Ltd. Its initial role was to aid IT professionals…

Assigning User Privileges in Heimdal [It’s Easy]

Managing user privileges is a critical task for any organization. This article aims to guide you through the process of assigning user privileges in Heimdal, ensuring a secure and efficient management of your cybersecurity infrastructure.  Key Takeaway Summary  Understanding User…

How to Implement an Effective Mac Patch Management Strategy

An effective Mac patch management strategy involves following a series of well-planned steps and best practices. Patch management strategies are not just about bug fixes, closing vulnerabilities, and improving system performance. Meeting compliance requirements is also on the goals list. …

Heimdal Launches Unique AI Feature to Detect Email Fraud

Heimdal has launched “Outliers Detection”, an AI-powered feature that upgrades its Email Fraud Protection platform. This tool uses AI to proactively spot and stop email threats early, keeping businesses safe. Our method is both innovative one-of-a-kind. We use anomaly detection…

Truepill Sued Over Data Breach Exposing 2.3 Million Customers

Truepill data breach exposed sensitive information belonging to 2,364,359 people and risks multiple lawsuits. The B2B-focused pharmacy platform discovered the incident on August 31, 2023. They promptly launched an investigation and took additional security measures to contain the incident. However,…

Samsung UK Online Store Suffers Data Breach

Samsung Electronics has informed its customers about a data breach impacting those who shopped at the Samsung UK online store from July 1, 2019, to June 30, 2020. This breach resulted in unauthorized access to personal information. Breach Traced to…

FBI and CISA Issue Advisory on Rhysida Ransomware

Today, the FBI and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) have jointly issued a warning about the Rhysida ransomware group. This gang has been attacking various organizations in different sectors since May 2023. A detailed Cybersecurity Advisory (CSA) has…

The Most Common Healthcare Cyberattacks

In the wrong hands, medical data can be used for a variety of crimes, such as patient identity theft, clinician identity theft, extortion, tax fraud, insurance fraud, and more. Geopolitical agendas further complicate the threat landscape, as cyberattacks such as…

Privilege Overreach, the Lurking PAM Security Threat

Managing privileged access to internal resources is a challenge for organizations worldwide. If left unaddressed, it could lead to data breaches, downtime, and financial loss. Statistics show that 80% of data breaches seem to be caused by misuse of privileged…

Silent Safeguards – The Essence of ISO 27001 Controls

ISO 27001, sometimes referred to as ISO/IEC 27001 is an international standard that addresses organizational information security. Issued in 2005 and with a second revision in 2013, the ISO 27001 standard describes the Information Security Management Systems requirements for global…

Toronto Public Library Under Cyberattack

Canada’s largest public library system reported a cyberattack that took down its website, member services pages, and limited access to its digital collections. The Toronto Public Library provides more than 12 million items across 100 branches to more than 1.2…

European Governments Email Servers Targeted by Threat Actors

Since at least October 11, the Russian hacker organization Winter Vivern has been using a Roundcube Webmail zero-day vulnerability in attacks against think tanks and government agencies in Europe. According to security researchers, the cyberespionage group (also identified as TA473)…

12 Benefits of Zero Trust for Mid-Sized Businesses

Zero Trust security is evolving from “nice to have” to an absolute must for organizations everywhere. Fortunately, Zero Trust offers numerous advantages to companies of all sizes, including medium-sized ones. While achieving full Zero Trust is a long-term goal, even…

Why Organizations Struggle With Vulnerability Management?

Where Do Organizations Struggle With Vulnerability Management? With over 60% of companies having been the victims of cyberattacks in the last year, you can see that companies seem to be struggling with the way in which they manage vulnerabilities. Vulnerability…

Phobos Ransomware: Everything You Need to Know and More

In the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, ransomware remains a pervasive and destructive weapon in the arsenal of cybercriminals. Among the various ransomware strains, Phobos has gained notoriety for its sophisticated capabilities and devastating consequences. This article delves into Phobos…