Category: Security Boulevard

Machine Identity 101

Machines are eating the world. Or is it software? No wait, it’s AI. In someways, it will likely be none, neither or all. I don’t think any will make us all extinct, yet automation, the use of machines and services…

How Smart SOAR Integrations are Built

One of the most common reasons that SOAR users leave their existing solution and work with D3 is because of integration maintenance. In other SOAR tools, the out-of-box integrations leave the user with a lot of issues to resolve, either…

Choosing the Right PDU for Your Data Center

A Power Distribution Unit (PDU) is a device that distributes electric power to various equipment in a data center. A PDU can have multiple functions, such as power filtering, load balancing, remote monitoring and control, and environmental sensing. PDUs are…

A10 Expands AI-Driven Security Strategy to Battle DDoS Attacks

A10 Networks is building out a security strategy that leverages AI and machine-learning techniques to help enterprises protect themselves against the growing threat of increasingly sophisticated distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks. The company this week expanded its A10 Defend portfolio with…

AI Safety: 28 Nations+EU Agree to Test in Turing’s Huts

Foo, bar, Bletchley—declaration signed at UK’s AI Safety Summit: Not much substance, but unity is impressive. The post AI Safety: 28 Nations+EU Agree to Test in Turing’s Huts appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security…

SlashNext: ChatGPT Led to a 1,265% Jump in Phishing Attacks

In the first months after OpenAI in November 2022 released its ChatGPT chatbot, security researchers warned that the wildly popular generative AI technology could be used by cybercriminals for their nefarious efforts, including phishing and business email compromise (BEC) campaigns.…

The Role of AI in Business Email Security

Email security poses unique difficulties, but artificial intelligence (AI) can help in addressing some of these challenges. The post The Role of AI in Business Email Security appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard…

Tis the Season for Denial of Inventory Attacks

From online retailers preparing to meet the surge in holiday traffic to shopper bots strategically amassing private goodie bags, ’tis the season for denial of inventory, a disturbing cyber threat looking to prey on heightened spending and online shopping. As…

The SEC and SolarWinds’ CISO: A Wake-Up Call

The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filed a landmark lawsuit against SolarWinds and its CISO for securities fraud. The post The SEC and SolarWinds’ CISO: A Wake-Up Call appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed…

Automating Least-Privilege Access

Automating the enforcement of least-privilege access brings numerous advantages to companies, encompassing heightened security, heightened operational efficiency, and improved compliance. By automating the process of granting and revoking access, organizations can drastically diminish the risk of unauthorized privileges, ensuring that…

Understanding the Core Principles of Information Security

To build a robust information security strategy, one must understand and apply the core principles of information security. This blog post will delve into the fundamental principles underpinning effective information security principles and practices. The Foundation of Information Security The…

Enhance Your Reporting with Grafana – Security Spotlight

The “Security Spotlight” blog series provides insight into emerging cyberthreats and shares tips for how you can leverage LogRhythm’s security tools, services, and out-of-the-box content to defend against attacks. In this Security Spotlight, we’ll be talking about enhancing your reporting……

Log Ingestion 101: Which Logs Should You Be Bringing Into Your SIEM?

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools are indispensable in an organization’s cybersecurity framework. SIEM tools collect, analyze, and correlate log data from various devices and applications across an organization to identify suspicious activities, enhance overall security posture, and ensure……

Unlock GDPR Compliance for Small Business: A Must-Read Guide

Introduction: Why GDPR Compliance Matters for Small Business Navigating the complex landscape of GDPR compliance for small business can be daunting, but it’s a crucial aspect that can’t be ignored. With hefty fines and reputational damage at stake, understanding GDPR…

On Detection: Tactical to Functional

Part 10: Implicit Process Create Introduction Welcome back to another installment of the On Detection: Tactical to Functional series. In the previous article, I argued that we perceive actions within our environment at the Operational level (especially when it comes to…

Orca Security Taps Amazon for Generative AI Expertise

Orca Security is adding LLMs hosted on the AWS cloud to those from Microsoft and OpenAI to provide additional generative AI capabilities to cybersecurity teams. The post Orca Security Taps Amazon for Generative AI Expertise appeared first on Security Boulevard.…

SolarWinds Swings Back at SEC Following Fraud Charges

Executives at SolarWinds are pushing back at the lawsuit filed this week by the Securities and Exchange Commission against the company and its top security official in connection with the high-profile cyberattack, with CEO calling the agency’s action “a misguided…

What is Attack Surface Management and How Has it Changed?

This blog explores popular attack surface threat vectors, and the steps businesses can take for attack surface management. The post What is Attack Surface Management and How Has it Changed? appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed…

Observability Vs. Monitoring: A Security Perspective

Just like having a strong observability platform, in the world of DevOps, ensuring the security of systems and applications is of utmost importance. In recent years, the risk of potential security breaches has increased, according to a British government study…

Credential phishing IOCs increased nearly 45% in Q3

During Q3 of 2023, new and old techniques appeared, creating a high volume of campaigns that reached users in environments protected by secure email gateways (SEGs). Throughout this quarter, we saw an increase in volume for both credential phishing and…

Extending Cybersecurity Awareness to IoT Devices

We’re at the end of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, which is a good time to reflect on where your organization needs to improve and extend it’s cybersecurity efforts.  If you’re like most organizations the answer is IoT devices and applications; it’s…

SolarWinds CISO Sued for Fraud by US SEC

The password was ‘solarwinds123’: SUNBURST still reverberates as SolarWinds CISO Timothy Brown co-defends SEC lawsuit. The post SolarWinds CISO Sued for Fraud by US SEC appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the…

Protecting Against FraudGPT

FraudGPT is every CEO’s worst nightmare because it provides attackers with a ready-made tool to create highly realistic phishing scams. The post Protecting Against FraudGPT appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the…

Why Bad Bots Are the Digital Demons of the Internet

In the dimly lit corners of the internet, where shadows flicker and eerie silences prevail, there lurks entities of malevolent intent. They are not the stuff of old wives’ tales or campfire ghost stories. We’re talking about bad bots, the…

Cisco IOS XE CVE-2023-20198: Deep Dive and POC

Introduction This post is a follow up to https://www.horizon3.ai/cisco-ios-xe-cve-2023-20198-theory-crafting/. Previously, we explored the patch for CVE-2023-20273 and CVE-2023-20198 affecting Cisco IOS XE and identified some likely vectors an attacker might […] The post Cisco IOS XE CVE-2023-20198: Deep Dive and…

What makes Web Applications Vulnerable?

Virtual programs are now an essential component of our daily lives. Web applications are now essential tools for both individuals and organizations. From online shopping to social media and banking, we depend on internet apps for convenience and accessibility. However,…

Simplify User Access with Federated Identity Management

Discover the power of federated identity management for seamless SSO and enhanced user access. Improve security and streamline authentication The post Simplify User Access with Federated Identity Management appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security…

What is a Cloud Workload Protection Platform ? (CWPP)

Diving into the Depths of Cloud Workload Defense Framework (CWDF) Mysteries Setting out to understand cloud security, one frequently encounters the term – Cloud Workload Defense Framework (CWDF). What exact role does CWDF play? Let’s decode this riddle. At its…

Lateral Movement: Abuse the Power of DCOM Excel Application

In this post, we will talk about an interesting lateral movement technique called ActivateMicrosoftApp() method within the distributed component object model (DCOM) Excel application. This technique is built upon Matt Nelson’s initial research on “Lateral Movement using Excel.Application and DCOM”. What…

Accelerating FedRAMP ATOs: OMB Memo

The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) released a Draft Memorandum for Modernizing the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) on Friday, Oct 27, 2023. FedRAMP was codified in 2022 when Congress passed the FedRAMP Authorization Act (“Act”).  The…

How to Get HITRUST Certified—and Why

What is the HITRUST Certification? In 2007, a group of healthcare organizations, technology companies, and government agencies—including the American Hospital Association, Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), McKesson Corporation, and Microsoft—got together to…

Identity Theft: The Silent Threat for Executives

Identity theft isn’t a new phenomenon, but its rise in the executive world can no longer be ignored. As a CISO, you understand the importance of safeguarding not only your organization’s data but also the personal information of your top-level…

8 Essential Windows Security Tips to Protect Your Computer

Windows operating systems and software are complex pieces of software with millions of lines of code. This means that there are many potential vulnerabilities, or flaws, that can be exploited by attackers. Attackers can use vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized access…

Achieving Zero-Standing Privileges with Okta and Apono

Organizations are twice as likely to get breached through compromised credentials than any other threat vector. Compromised credentials are when credentials, such as usernames and passwords, are exposed to unauthorized entities.  When lost, stolen or exposed, compromised credentials can give…

DEF CON 31 – Policy Panel: International Cyber Policy 101

Many thanks to DEF CON 31 for publishing their terrific DefCon Conference 31 presenters content. Originating from the conference events at Caesars Forum, Flamingo, Harrah’s and Linq in Las Vegas, Nevada; via the organizations YouTube channel. Permalink The post DEF…

SOC Automation Explained: 7 Real-World Examples

The Security Operations Center (SOC) serves as a hub for an organization’s cybersecurity efforts. It is tasked with the responsibility of defending against unauthorized activities in the digital landscape. A SOC specializes in activities including monitoring, detection, analysis, response, and…

Why Smart SOAR is the Best SOAR for Slack

Effective communication is a critical component in incident response, often making the difference between rapid resolution and prolonged impact. This article explores how the integration between Smart SOAR and Slack provides a focused set of automated tasks to improve communication…

Staying Ahead of Social Engineering Threats

With social engineering exploits on the rise, now is a good time to stay ahead of threats and attackers’ tricks, keep your personal and sensitive data safe and stop unlawful entry into your organization. Bad actors are always looking for…

IT, Security Leaders Play Catch-Up With Generative AI Threats

There’s a significant disparity between organizations’ concerns about generative AI risks and their effectiveness in addressing them. The post IT, Security Leaders Play Catch-Up With Generative AI Threats appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security…

The Critical Need to Defend Against Unauthorized Apps

Safeguarding Security and Integrity: In today’s digital landscape, mobile applications have become integral to our daily lives, offering convenience, entertainment, and essential services. However, with the rise of mobile app usage, there’s also been a surge in unauthorized and malicious…

Introduction to WAF Exception Policy

Exception policies are supplements or restrictions to configured basic or advanced protection policies. On the Exception Policy page, you can create, edit, delete, and duplicate exception policies. You can also create and edit exception policies on the Website Protection page.…

Navigating the Complex World of Platform Engineering

One of the most prevalent misconceptions surrounding platform engineering is the notion that the team’s ultimate success results in creating a single tool with … The post Navigating the Complex World of Platform Engineering appeared first on OpsCanvas. The post…

Successful Cyber Risk Quantification: Webinar Takeaways

The following is a webinar takeaways blog that featured David White, Axio President and Yousef Ghazi-Tabatabai, Director PwC UK. Moderation provided by Jennifer Moll, VP of Strategy, Axio Embark on Read More The post Successful Cyber Risk Quantification: Webinar Takeaways…

Guarding Paradise: Strategies for Cybersecurity in Exclusive Enclaves

The allure of paradise often beckons the world’s wealthiest individuals to remote and opulent island communities. However, beneath the surface of this opulence lies a digital battleground where cybercriminals and foreign adversaries target high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) and high-profile figures. We…

Darktrace Extends AI Reach to Secure AWS Clouds

Darktrace’s cloud security platform leverages AI to detect known trusted deployment patterns and automatically apply missing controls. The post Darktrace Extends AI Reach to Secure AWS Clouds appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard…

Four Steps to Integrate Zero-Trust

So, how do you know who to trust in your company when it comes to protecting your most sensitive data? The answer: No one. The post Four Steps to Integrate Zero-Trust appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been…

Ripcord Transforms, Anitian Empowers, Agencies Win

As far back as 2011 a presidential mandate said, “Records are the foundation of open government.” This mandate went on to say that accessible, readable public records supported the “principles of transparency, participation, and collaboration” in society, as well as…