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CJIS v5.9.5

What is CJIS (v5.9.5)? The Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policy v5.9.5 is a comprehensive security framework established by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). It sets standards for safeguarding and managing criminal justice information (CJI) in the United…

Defending Democracy From Cyber Attacks in 2024

Cyberattacks during the 2016 U.S. presidential election exposed vulnerabilities in voter databases across 21 states, marking a stark warning about the fragility of our electoral systems. The post Defending Democracy From Cyber Attacks in 2024 appeared first on Security Boulevard.…

dope.security Embeds LLM in CASB to Improve Data Security

dope.security this week added a cloud access security broker (CASB) to its portfolio that identifies any externally shared file and leverages a large language model (LLM) to identify sensitive data. The post dope.security Embeds LLM in CASB to Improve Data…

Survey Surfaces Fundamental Weaknesses in API Security

Traceable AI today published a global survey of 1,548 IT and cybersecurity professionals that finds well over half (57%) work for organizations that have experienced a data breach incident involving application programming interfaces (APIs) in the last two years, with…

BOFHound: AD CS Integration

TL;DR: BOFHound can now parse Active Directory Certificate Services (AD CS) objects, manually queried from LDAP, for review and attack path mapping within BloodHound Community Edition (BHCE). Background My last BOFHound-related post covered the support and usage strategies for Beacon object…

Proofpoint Boosting Data Security with Normalyze Acquisition

Cybersecurity firm Proofpoint, which is eyeing an IPO in the next 18 months, is buying startup Normalyze to improve its data protection capabilities and mitigate the threat humans present in an increasingly fast-paced, interconnected, and AI-focus world. The post Proofpoint…

CHOROLOGY.ai Extends AI Reach to Classify Sensitive Data

CHOROLOGY.ai this week added an Automated Compliance Engine (ACE) to its data security posture management (DSPM) platform that makes use of multiple types of artificial intelligence (AI) to rapidly classify sensitive data at scale. The post CHOROLOGY.ai Extends AI Reach…

AI Cyberattacks Rise but Businesses Still Lack Insurance

Cybersecurity is a leading concern for risk managers as AI-related cyber risks surge, and despite growing investments, many businesses still lack comprehensive cyber insurance, according to a Nationwide survey. The post AI Cyberattacks Rise but Businesses Still Lack Insurance appeared…

Voice of Practitioners 2024

Organizations spend 32.4% of security budgets on code security, yet only 44% of developers follow secrets management best practices. Get the full insights in our 2024 report. The post Voice of Practitioners 2024 appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article…

Running JtR’s Tokenizer Attack

Disclaimer 1: This blog post is on a new and still under development toolset in John the Ripper. Results depict the state of the toolset as-is and may not reflect changes made as the toolset evolves. Disclaimer 2: I really…

How Security Automation Platforms Streamline SOC Operations

The post How Security Automation Platforms Streamline SOC Operations appeared first on AI-enhanced Security Automation. The post How Security Automation Platforms Streamline SOC Operations appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original…

What Is Secrets Management? Best Practices and Challenges

Modern apps require hundreds of secrets to function (API keys, cloud credentials, etc.). However, poor management of these secrets can expose sensitive information publicly or to malicious actors. The post What Is Secrets Management? Best Practices and Challenges appeared first…

Daniel Stori’s Turnoff.US: ‘Security Engineer Interview’

<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://turnoff.us/geek/security-engineer-interview/” rel=”noopener” target=”_blank”> <img alt=”” height=”370″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/1fafddbe-4aa2-419f-a8c1-fd54152fcc09/sec-interview.jpeg?format=1000w” width=”512″ /> </a><figcaption class=”image-caption-wrapper”> via the inimitable Daniel Stori at Turnoff.US! Permalink The post Daniel Stori’s Turnoff.US: ‘Security Engineer Interview’ appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been…

DigiCert – It’s a Matter of Trust

Starlink encountered a high-profile outage in April that caused service to go down for several hours. The reason was an expired digital certificate. Digital certificates have emerged as the currency of digital trust in the hyper-connected world of today. These…

Connected car security: Software complexity creates bumps in the road

Modern vehicles are essentially computers on wheels, with interconnected software-enabled systems such as advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), keyless entry, onboard diagnostics, infotainment, and battery management functions. Many of these components support internet connectivity for over-the-air (OTA) software updates, remote…

Spooky Spam, Scary Scams: Halloween Threats Rise

Halloween-themed spam has risen sharply this season, with Bitdefender reporting that 40% of these emails contain malicious content designed to scam users or harvest personal data. In the first half of October alone, spam volumes increased by 18% compared to…

The SaaS Governance Gap | Grip Security

Get data on the SaaS governance gap and learn why managing shadow SaaS and ensuring secure, compliant usage is critical in today’s cloud-driven landscape. The post The SaaS Governance Gap | Grip Security appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article…

NTT Data Taps Palo Alto Networks for MXDR Service

NTT Data today added a managed extended detection and response (MXDR) service that is based on a security operations center (SOC) platform from Palo Alto Networks. The post NTT Data Taps Palo Alto Networks for MXDR Service appeared first on…

Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Sandwich Helix’

<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://xkcd.com/3003/” rel=”noopener” target=”_blank”> <img alt=”” height=”376″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/1d5e789d-6b21-46c5-a288-fe2d16be6826/sandwich_helix.png?format=1000w” width=”257″ /> </a><figcaption class=”image-caption-wrapper”> via the comic humor & dry wit of Randall Munroe, creator of XKCD Permalink The post Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Sandwich Helix’ appeared first on Security…

PwC Survey Surfaces Lack of Focus on Cyber Resiliency

A global survey of 4,042 business and technology executives suggests that much work remains to be done to ensure the cyber resiliency of organizations and prioritize how resources are allocated based on the actual risk cybersecurity threats represent. The post…

Internet Archive Hacked, Introducing The AI Toilet Camera

In this episode, we discuss the significant data breach at the Internet Archive, affecting 33 million users. We also examine the introduction of an AI-integrated toilet camera by Throne, designed for health monitoring by analyzing bodily waste, and the ensuing…

DEF CON 32 – AppSec Village – Ticking SQLi

Authors/Presenters:Iggy Our sincere appreciation to DEF CON, and the Presenters/Authors for publishing their timely DEF CON 32 erudite content. Originating from the conference’s events located at the Las Vegas Convention Center; and via the organizations YouTube channel. Permalink The post…

Sophos Acquires Dell’s Secureworks for $859 Million

British security provider Sophos plans to acquire Dell subsidiary Secureworks in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $859 million. The deal, announced in a joint release on Monday, will grant Sophos control over Secureworks’ Taegis Extended Detection and Response (XDR)…

AWS Seizes Domains Used by Russian Threat Group APT29

Cloud computing giant AWS, tipped off by Ukrainian security experts, seized domains that were being used by Russian threat group APT29 to send phishing emails to government officials and enterprises that contained malicious files that would grants the hackers access…

The Three Pillars of Shift-Left API Security

When it comes to proactive API security, there are three critical pillars: API Discovery, API Security Testing, and API Oversight. The post The Three Pillars of Shift-Left API Security appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from…

100 MILLION Americans in UnitedHealth PII Breach

Not cute: $UNH’s Change Healthcare unit paid a big ransom—its IT was as weak as a kitten. The post 100 MILLION Americans in UnitedHealth PII Breach appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read…

CISOs Should Be Directing IAM Strategy — Here’s Why

By placing IAM strategy and enforcement under the CISO’s purview, enterprises can ensure that it is treated as a critical component of the overall security strategy. The post CISOs Should Be Directing IAM Strategy — Here’s Why  appeared first on…

Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘RNAWorld’

<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://xkcd.com/3002/” rel=”noopener” target=”_blank”> <img alt=”” height=”345″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/7d07e190-4266-4591-87ae-b1141905d733/rnaworld.png?format=1000w” width=”275″ /> </a><figcaption class=”image-caption-wrapper”> via the comic humor & dry wit of Randall Munroe, creator of XKCD Permalink The post Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘RNAWorld’ appeared first on Security Boulevard.…

Fake IT Workers: How HYPR Stopped a Fraudulent Hire

Since 2022, the FBI and other agencies have been sounding the alarm about North Koreans posing as US or other non-North Korean based IT workers and infiltrating companies. In July, security firm KnowBe4 publicly revealed that they unknowingly hired a…

Exploring the Transformative Potential of AI in Cybersecurity

By continuously learning from new data, ML models can adapt to evolving threat landscapes, making them invaluable in identifying zero-day vulnerabilities before they can be exploited.  The post Exploring the Transformative Potential of AI in Cybersecurity  appeared first on Security…

Majority of SaaS Applications, AI Tools Unmanaged

Unmanaged software as a service (SaaS) applications and AI tools within organizations are posing a growing security risk as vulnerabilities increase, according to a report from Grip Security. The post Majority of SaaS Applications, AI Tools Unmanaged appeared first on…

Comic Agilé – Mikkel Noe-Nygaard, Luxshan Ratnaravi – #310 – The Day After PI Planning

<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://www.comicagile.net/comic/the-day-after-pi-planning/” rel=”noopener” target=”_blank”> <img alt=”” height=”441″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/409963df-29a3-42bd-9659-9bd963ef3c51/%23310+-+The+Day+After+PI+Planning.png?format=1000w” width=”500″ /> </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!…

API Vulnerabilities Jump 21% in Third Quarter

Application programming interface (API) vulnerabilities surged 21% in the third quarter, with cloud-native infrastructure increasingly targeted by cybercriminals, according to Wallarm’s Q3 2024 API ThreatStats report. The post API Vulnerabilities Jump 21% in Third Quarter appeared first on Security Boulevard.…

Bolstering CTEM with AI and Purple Team Security

Together, AI and purple security offer ideal actionable input and ongoing orientation for a CTEM framework. The post Bolstering CTEM with AI and Purple Team Security appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read…

FortiJump: Yet Another Critical Fortinet 0-Day RCE

FortiFAIL: Remote code execution vulnerability still not acknowledged by Fortinet after 10+  days’ exploitation. The post FortiJump: Yet Another Critical Fortinet 0-Day RCE appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original article: FortiJump:…

Bolstering CTEM with AI and Purple Team Security

Together, AI and purple security offer ideal actionable input and ongoing orientation for a CTEM framework. The post Bolstering CTEM with AI and Purple Team Security appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read…

FortiJump: Yet Another Critical Fortinet 0-Day RCE

FortiFAIL: Remote code execution vulnerability still not acknowledged by Fortinet after 10+  days’ exploitation. The post FortiJump: Yet Another Critical Fortinet 0-Day RCE appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original article: FortiJump:…

Showcasing our Industry-First BDR Solution in Singapore

SquareX @ Cyber Security World Asia + GovWare 2024 October 2024 marked an exciting time for SquareX as we returned to our home ground, Singapore, for two significant back-to-back events: Cyber Security World Asia (part of Singapore Tech Week) from October…

How Security Automation Platforms Streamline SOC Operations

The post How Security Automation Platforms Streamline SOC Operations appeared first on AI-enhanced Security Automation. The post How Security Automation Platforms Streamline SOC Operations appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original…

Elevating SaaS Security: The Strategic Role of Bug Bounty Programs

For engineers and security professionals working within SaaS environments, the standard suite of security tools—firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEMs, WAFs, endpoint protection and secure development practices—forms the backbone of any security architecture. These are foundational elements that work to mitigate known threats,…

Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Temperature Scales’

<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://xkcd.com/3001/” rel=”noopener” target=”_blank”> <img alt=”” height=”535″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/52132026-0db0-401d-bdbd-eaceded7c07d/temperature_scales.png?format=1000w” width=”740″ /> </a><figcaption class=”image-caption-wrapper”> via the comic humor & dry wit of Randall Munroe, creator of XKCD Permalink The post Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Temperature Scales’ appeared first on Security…

Best Cybersecurity Metrics to Use in the Boardroom | Kovrr

Articles related to cyber risk quantification, cyber risk management, and cyber resilience. The post Best Cybersecurity Metrics to Use in the Boardroom | Kovrr appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original…

Proofpoint Alternatives and Competitors: Find the Best

Reading Time: 6 min Discover the best Proofpoint alternatives for email protection. Compare leading competitors to find the right solution for your business’s cybersecurity needs. The post Proofpoint Alternatives and Competitors: Find the Best appeared first on Security Boulevard. This…

OWASP Mobile Top 10 2024: Update Overview

75% of Mobile Apps Fail Basic Security Tests. Hackers are increasingly focusing on the mobile channel, making mobile apps a prime target for fraud and security breaches. With this growing threat, it’s essential for organizations and app developers to adopt…

Are Leaders Ready to Break the Ransomware Cycle

  It is good to see US government leaders realize that ransomware is a growing existential threat to our country, at the hands of our adversaries.    A top US national cybersecurity advisor stated in a recent op-ed, “This is…