EDR bypass and killer attacks are surging, yet many organizations continue to overlook this threat while they have become over-reliant on this security tool – particularly when preventing ransomware. In this Help Net Security video, John Dwyer, Director of Security…
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Burnout in cybersecurity: How CISOs can protect their teams (and themselves)
Cybersecurity is a high-stakes, high-pressure field in which CISOs and their teams constantly battle threats, compliance requirements, and business expectations. The demand for 24/7 vigilance, sophisticated attacks, and a shortage of skilled professionals have led to a burnout epidemic in…
How to spot and avoid AI-generated scams
As AI technology advances, cybercriminals create more personalized and convincing scams. This includes mimicking voices, deepfake videos, and highly convincing phishing emails that are difficult to spot. Phishing, deepfakes, and voice cloning are among the most common AI-driven techniques used…
AuditBoard unveils AI-powered audit capabilities
AuditBoard announced new AI-powered audit capabilities, further integrating AI into the product, boosting efficiency, and enabling auditors to focus on more strategic tasks. Internal audit teams are increasingly integrating AI into their work according to the Internal Audit Foundation’s 2025…
Rambus introduces CryptoManager Security IP solutions
Rambus announced its next-generation CryptoManager Security IP solutions including Root of Trust, Hub and Core families. The CryptoManager Security IP offerings deliver progressively higher levels of functional integration and security, enabling customers to choose the level of security features and…
Alloy Fraud Attack Radar provides intelligence on fraud threats
Alloy launched Fraud Attack Radar, a machine learning-powered solution that provides financial institutions (FIs) and fintechs with actionable intelligence on fraud threats targeting new account creation. The new solution helps organizations address rising fraud risks by alerting in real-time when…
Smart cybersecurity spending and how CISOs can invest where it matters
CISOs face mounting pressure to spend wisely on security. Yet, many organizations remain vulnerable due to misplaced priorities and inefficient budgeting. This article explores common pitfalls and offers strategies to strengthen cybersecurity. Recent data highlights a paradox: while cybersecurity budgets…
Cybersecurity jobs available right now: March 11,2025
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How remote work strengthens cybersecurity teams
The global transition to remote work has reshaped traditional workplace dynamics, introducing challenges and opportunities for cybersecurity teams. For CISOs and security professionals, embracing a remote workforce can be a strategic advantage, enhancing team capabilities and driving the modernization of…
Review: The Cybersecurity Trinity
The Cybersecurity Trinity provides a comprehensive approach to modern cybersecurity by integrating AI, automation, and active cyber defense (ACD) into a unified strategy. Instead of addressing these elements in isolation, the author demonstrates how they work together to enhance security…
Pondurance Platform 2.0 identifies data breach risks
Pondurance announced a major new version of its cybersecurity platform. Pondurance Platform 2.0 provides the foundation for Pondurance’s risk-based MDR service specifically designed to eliminate breach risks. With this announcement, Pondurance arms customers with the latest monitoring, detection, and response…
Detectify Alfred helps security teams collect threat intelligence
Detectify announced Alfred, a system that uses AI to completely autonomously source, prioritize, and generate high-fidelity security tests for the CVEs that are most likely to be exploited. This innovation allows Detectify to continuously and dynamically deliver security research to…
SimSpace Stack Optimizer allows organizations to measure their security technologies
SimSpace launched Stack Optimizer, designed to help organizations evaluate, test, and optimize their security and IT infrastructure. By leveraging SimSpace’s realistic simulated environments, organizations can perform comprehensive security performance benchmarking, validate detection engineering strategies, optimize operational workflows, and validate compliance…
March 2025 Patch Tuesday forecast: A return to normalcy
The February Patch Tuesday updates and activity during the month marked a return to normalcy for patch management. Following the January updates addressing 100+ vulnerabilities, we saw 37 CVEs fixed in Windows 11 and 33 CVEs in Windows 10. This…
Hetty: Open-source HTTP toolkit for security research
Hetty is an open-source HTTP toolkit designed for security research, offering a free alternative to commercial tools like Burp Suite Pro. Built with the needs of penetration testers, security professionals, and bug bounty hunters in mind, Hetty provides a set…
How to safely dispose of old tech without leaving a security risk
Every year, millions of old tech are thrown away due to age, malfunctions, or to make way for new ones, which creates security risks related to the data on these devices. The data can often still be recovered if devices…
Who’s in your digital house? The truth about third-party access
In this Help Net Security video, Fran Rosch, CEO at Imprivata, discusses organizations’ challenges in securing third-party access and offers valuable insights on how businesses can address these risks effectively. A recent report conducted by the Ponemon Institute, “The State…
Week in review: How QR code attacks work and how to protect yourself, 10 must-reads for CISOs
Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news, articles, interviews and videos: How QR code attacks work and how to protect yourself While QR codes are convenient, they also present significant risks. In the past few years,…
Cloud security gains overshadowed by soaring storage fees
Storage fees in general (e.g., API calls, operations, data access) comprise 49% of an average user’s service bill, compared to the actual stored capacity, according to a study conducted by Vanson Bourne. Nearly all organizations globally have experienced data security-related…
Armis acquires OTORIO to strenghten OT and IoT security
Armis has acquired OTORIO, a provider of OT/ ICS cyber security solutions. This accelerates Armis’ roll out of an on premise version of its Cyber Exposure Management platform, Armis Centrix and cements its leadership in cyber physical systems (CPS) security.…