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Sensitive Data Detection using AI for API Hackers

Learn how to use artificial intelligence (AI) to discover sensitive data in the APIs you are hacking with the help of Microsoft Presidio. The post Sensitive Data Detection using AI for API Hackers appeared first on Dana Epp’s Blog. The…

Legacy Systems: Learning From Past Mistakes

Legacy systems are attractive targets to bad actors because outdated components often mean that security vulnerabilities remain unpatched, offering exploitable footholds. “End of life” does not mean “end of vulnerability.” The post Legacy Systems: Learning From Past Mistakes appeared first…

Digital Impersonation Fraud: a Growing Challenge for Brands

Malicious actors are using AI to perpetrate phishing scams centered around website impersonation, a threat few businesses are prepared to combat. The post Digital Impersonation Fraud: a Growing Challenge for Brands appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been…

Recent Healthcare Ransomware Attacks

Healthcare ransomware attacks are one example of cyberattacks for the healthcare sector due to the sensitivity of its data. In recent weeks, several attacks and data breaches have been identified, highlighting the sector’s target for ransomware groups and unwanted data…

What Is Risk Management in Cybersecurity | Kovrr

Articles related to cyber risk quantification, cyber risk management, and cyber resilience. The post What Is Risk Management in Cybersecurity | Kovrr appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original article: What…

Challenging Times Remain Among the Ever-Evolving Email Landscape

Criminals are successfully using email to scam, infiltrate networks, and unleash malicious payloads. We’re continuing to witness bad actors relentlessly exploit human vulnerabilities and software flaws, circumventing email gateways and security measures with alarming precision. Robust email and endpoint defenses…

Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Bloom Filter’

<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://xkcd.com/2934/” rel=”noopener” target=”_blank”> <img alt=”” height=”206″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/434a6bf6-1962-4d15-b783-7afdaff8ee09/bloom_filter.png?format=1000w” width=”212″ /> </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 ‘Bloom Filter’ appeared first on Security…

SMTP Error Codes Explained

Reading Time: 7 min SMTP error codes are messages from email servers that explain why your email couldn’t be delivered. Learn what these codes mean and troubleshoot email delivery issues. The post SMTP Error Codes Explained appeared first on Security…

How to Manage IAM Compliance and Audits

Did you know that 80% of breaches exploit legitimate identities and are difficult to detect? It’s hard to tell a hacker from a legitimate user’s behavior using regular security procedures and technologies. What is An IAM Assessment? An IAM assessment…

What is Secure Code Review and How to Conduct it?

Secure code review is a combination of automated and manual processes assessing an application/software’s source code. The main motive of this technique is to detect vulnerabilities in the code. This security assurance technique looks for logic errors and assesses style…

How To Deploy HYAS Protect

HYAS Protect protective DNS includes a user-friendly interface and four core deployment methods. The decision engine works out of the box as an immediate first-line defense against a network breach. Organizations of any size can monitor traffic with HYAS Protect’s…

RSA Conference 2024: AI and the Future Of Security

RSA 2024 explored AI’s impact on security, featuring sessions on AI governance, LLMs, cloud security, and CISO roles. Here are just a few of the expert insights shared. The post RSA Conference 2024: AI and the Future Of Security appeared…

Lookback Analysis in ERP Audit

The Importance of Lookback Analysisin Effective ERP AuditingToday, data is the key driver of success, and even small decisions can have a significant impact. Therefore, it is crucial for organizations to use powerful analytical tools. Lookback or retrospective analysis provides…

How to Get a VAPT Certificate?

In today’s digital age, cybersecurity is more important than ever. Businesses that maintain the data of their clients are continually concerned about potential vulnerabilities that hackers may exploit to potentially misuse the data for wrong deeds.That is why organizations need…

How to do Penetration Testing effectively

Do you want to enhance your organisation’s cybersecurity by identifying and addressing vulnerabilities before they can be exploited? Mastering the art of penetration testing is a vital skill for any security professional and an essential component of a robust security…

VFCFinder Highlights Security Patches in Open Source Software

VFCFinder analyzes commit histories to pinpoint the most likely commits associated with vulnerability fixes. The post VFCFinder Highlights Security Patches in Open Source Software appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original…

Palo Alto Networks and IBM Align Cybersecurity Strategies

Palo Alto Networks this week revealed it has agreed to acquire the QRadar software-as-a-service (SaaS) offerings from IBM to migrate organizations using this platform, to the Cortex XSIAM security operations center (SOC) delivered as a cloud service. The post Palo…

Daniel Stori’s ‘Kernel Economics’

<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://turnoff.us/geek/kernel-economics/” rel=”noopener” target=”_blank”> <img alt=”” height=”475″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/7ac9ea52-c94e-4ecc-ab3d-af7666ab76a5/kernel-economy.png?format=1000w” width=”600″ /> </a><figcaption class=”image-caption-wrapper”> via the inimitable Daniel Stori at Turnoff.US! Permalink The post Daniel Stori’s ‘Kernel Economics’ appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from…

Systematically Bring to Light the Keys in Your Clouds

Systematically Bring to Light the Keys in Your Clouds madhav Wed, 05/15/2024 – 10:23 The cloud has enabled organizations to create data stores across the globe at breakneck speeds. Organizations can now leverage the cloud to reach a broader user…

CISA Alert: GitLab Password Exploit – Act Now For Protection

In the realm of cybersecurity, vigilance is paramount. Recently, the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) flagged a critical vulnerability in GitLab, a popular platform for collaborative software development. This GitLab password exploit tracked as CVE-2023-7028, has been actively…

How an Intrusion Detection System Can Ensure End-User Security

It’s never been more important for businesses to invest in the best security measures available to them. Hackers and cybercriminals are constantly attempting to attack organizations and access their data. What’s more, cyber attacks are becoming increasingly sophisticated and new…

Thunderbird Vulnerabilities Fixed in Ubuntu and Debian

In recent Ubuntu and Debian security updates, several vulnerabilities have been addressed in Thunderbird, the popular open-source mail and newsgroup client. Attackers could use these vulnerabilities to cause a denial of service, execute arbitrary code, or disclose sensitive information. The…

What is a POAM

If you’re a defense contractor and need to comply with NIST 800-171, then you need to know about System Security Plans (SSPs) and Plans of Actions & Milestones (POAMs). SSPs document how your organization meets NIST 800-171’s 110 controls. Check…

CAPTCHA Farms Can’t Sneak Past DataDome

CAPTCHA farms easily bypass basic CAPTCHAs across the internet. Learn how DataDome’s sophisticated protection detects and stops bypassed CAPTCHA challenges in their tracks. The post CAPTCHA Farms Can’t Sneak Past DataDome appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been…

Reverse Engineering Electron Apps to Discover APIs

Learn how to reverse engineer an Electron app to find artifacts like source code and API endpoints, and capture live traffic with Burp Suite. The post Reverse Engineering Electron Apps to Discover APIs appeared first on Dana Epp’s Blog. The…

Agent-Based vs Agentless File Integrity Monitoring: Which is Best?

Compliance and information security risk mitigation are a 24/7/365 business. The 2024 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report indicates a substantial 180% increase in the exploitation of vulnerabilities since 2023. Organizations that develop a comprehensive approach to information security can not…

ReversingLabs Search Extension for Splunk Enterprise

ReversingLabs has released a new application for Splunk users to enhance their data using ReversingLabs APIs. This application is titled “ReversingLabs Search Extension for Splunk Enterprise,” and it  replaces the earlier “ReversingLabs External Lookup for Splunk.” The latest release significantly…

What are OAuth Tokens, and why are they important to Secure?

What are OAuth Tokens?  OAuth (Open Authorization) Tokens are Non-Human Identities that work as a secure authentication mechanism. They delegate access to third parties or external apps without exposing your environment’s sensitive credentials.  Organizations that rely on third-party applications and…

What are Service Accounts, and why are they Important to Secure?

What are Service Accounts? Service Accounts are Non-Human Identity accounts used by machines or apps to communicate with one another within a system, unlike user or human accounts. Service Accounts, using machine credentials, provide privileged identities and permissions for applications,…

Verizon 2024 DBIR: Key Takeaways

Get key data points and takeaways from the 2024 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report. The post Verizon 2024 DBIR: Key Takeaways appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original article: Verizon 2024…

Novel LLMjacking Attacks Target Cloud-Based AI Models

Just like enterprises, cybercriminals are embracing generative AI to shape their attacks, from creating more convincing phishing emails and spreading disinformation to model poisoning, prompt injections, and deepfakes. Now comes LLMjacking. Threat researchers with cybersecurity firm Sysdig recently detected bad…

Wiz

Wiz.io provides cloud security services that help companies identify and fix vulnerabilities in their cloud environments. The post Wiz appeared first on VERITI. The post Wiz appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read…

PRISMA CLOUD

Prisma by Palo Alto focuses on securing enterprise cloud environments through visibility, threat detection, and compliance monitoring. The post PRISMA CLOUD appeared first on VERITI. The post PRISMA CLOUD appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from…

Veriti Extends Exposure Assessment & Remediation to the Cloud

As enterprises continue to shift towards cloud-based infrastructures, the complexity of managing and securing these environments grows. Recognizing this, Veriti is proud to announce the extension of our Exposure Assessment & Remediation solutions into the cloud. This leap forward is…

HPE Aruba Vulnerabilities: Prevent Systems From RCE Attacks

Recently, HPE Aruba Networking, formerly known as Aruba Networks, has encountered significant security challenges. Vulnerabilities in their ArubaOS, the proprietary network operating system, have been identified, posing serious risks, including remote code execution (RCE). In this article, we delve into…

Hardware Level Vulnerabilities, Revisited

In August of last year, I examined several CPU bugs that posed serious security threats. The mitigations for these vulnerabilities generally involved either incorporating additional instructions or opting for alternative CPU instructions – strategies that lead to diminished system performance…

CISA and FBI Issue Alert on Path Traversal Vulnerabilities

The joint alert from CISA and FBI highlights the continued exploitation of path traversal vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure attacks, impacting sectors like healthcare. The recent CVE-2024-1708 vulnerability in ConnectWise ScreenConnect is a prime example. This flaw was exploited alongside another…

How to Get PCI Compliance Certification? Steps to Obtain it

Do you recall the incidents involving Equifax, Target, and British Airways? Experiencing a data breach can significantly harm your business and reputation. According to research by the National Cyber Security Alliance, 60% of small businesses shut down within six months…