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What are the best governance practices for managing NHIs?

What Drives the Need for Effective Non-Human Identities (NHIs) Governance Practices? Are we really addressing the potential dangers that lurk behind poorly managed non-human identities (NHIs)? With a sharp increase in the interconnectedness of modern systems, the importance of proper…

How can NHIs affect our overall threat landscape?

Are We Overlooking Non-Human Identities in Our Cybersecurity Strategy? How often do we give due consideration to the Non-Human Identities (NHIs)? The role of NHIs and their ‘secrets’ management in creating a robust and secure IT infrastructure is often underestimated.…

How do I prioritize NHI risks in boardroom discussions?

Why is Risk Prioritization of Non-Human Identities Essential in Boardroom Discussions? Cybersecurity continues to command greater attention in organizational hierarchies, understanding the significance of Non-Human Identities (NHIs) risk prioritization becomes crucial. NHIs, defined as machine identities used in cybersecurity, provide…

‘Ban These Chinese Routers NOW,’ Cries House Committee

Sino stoppage scheme: TP-Link in crosshairs, along with other brands. The post ‘Ban These Chinese Routers NOW,’ Cries House Committee appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original article: ‘Ban These Chinese…

What is DNS Hijacking: Detection, Prevention, and Mitigation

Discover how DNS hijacking works, explore real-world examples and discover effective ways to detect, prevent, and fix DNS hijacking with actionable strategies. The post What is DNS Hijacking: Detection, Prevention, and Mitigation appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has…

How can NHIs be incorporated into our overall security strategy?

Do Non-Human Identities Play a Significant Role in Our Security Strategy? Indeed, they do. Non-Human Identities (NHIs) are becoming increasingly crucial in the security scenario and their importance in corporate IT ecosystems can’t be overstressed. Incorporating them into your overall…

Patch Management Guide: Benefits and Best Practices

Developers periodically review software and release patches to remedy any bugs. When patches happen often, they can be hard to track. The post Patch Management Guide: Benefits and Best Practices appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed…

What Is Data Leak Prevention? Benefits and Best Practices

Today’s organizations work with incredible quantities of data. From corporate trade secrets to customers’ and employees’ personal information, much of this data is not fit for public consumption. But with growing volumes and complex IT environments, the potential for leakage…

Votiro’s Proven Protection: Retroscan for Zero-Day Threats

The post Votiro’s Proven Protection: Retroscan for Zero-Day Threats appeared first on Votiro. The post Votiro’s Proven Protection: Retroscan for Zero-Day Threats appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original article: Votiro’s…

Inside Black Basta Ransomware Group’s Chat Leak

Internal conflicts within the notorious Black Basta ransomware group have led to a massive leak of the group’s internal chat messages. While the messages are disorganized and full of internal jargon, they contain a wealth of insight into the group’s…

Decrypting the Forest From the Trees

TL;DR: SCCM forest discovery accounts can be decrypted including accounts used for managing untrusted forests. If the site server is a managed client, service account credentials can be decrypted via the Administration Service API. Introduction While Duane Michael, Chris Thompson, and…

Data Security in the Age of AI with Rob Truesdell

Rob Truesdell discusses how enterprises must rethink data security in the age of AI. He explores why traditional security tools fall short as companies increasingly connect sensitive data with Large Language Models, and how it’s especially critical as the software…

The Fallacy of Arbitrary Severity Scales

Let’s assign severity where it belongs, not based on arbitrary scales but on a foundation of proof and context. Only then can we navigate the complexities of modern cybersecurity with confidence and precision. The post The Fallacy of Arbitrary Severity…

OpenText Adds AI Threat Detection Module to Platform

OpenText added a threat detection module to its core platform that makes use of artificial intelligence to more accurately surface anomalies. The post OpenText Adds AI Threat Detection Module to Platform appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been…

BreachRx Brings Generative AI to Security Incident Management

BreachRx this week added generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) capabilities to a security incident platform that promises to streamline workflows across all the stakeholders that need to collaborate. The post BreachRx Brings Generative AI to Security Incident Management appeared first on…

What are the latest trends in NHI protection for CIOs?

Are CIOs Prepared for the Rising NHI Trends? When the cloud environment evolves to deliver seamless business solutions, it brings along unique challenges in terms of data security. Needless to say, managing Non-Human Identities (NHIs) has become a primary concern…

What are the risks of unmanaged NHIs in enterprise environments?

Are Unmanaged Non-Human Identities (NHIs) Jeopardizing Your Enterprise Environment? With cloud-native applications, AI technologies, and IoT devices permeating modern enterprises, Non-Human Identities (NHIs) have become critical components. But what happens when these NHIs are left unmanaged? Do you comprehend the…

How Unified SSO reduces complexity and enhances security

Large enterprises operate complex IT environments, balancing legacy on-premises applications with modern cloud services. Over time, they have accumulated multiple identity providers (IDPs) like Microsoft Entra ID, Okta, and Ping Identity to manage authentication across different business units and applications.…

Ransomware Attack Ends a 150 Year Company

  Knights of Old, a 150-year-old UK company, is gone – due to a cyberattack! This terribly unfortunate event is a good example of how cybersecurity matters to every company that depends on digital technology – even if it is…

DEF CON 32 – War Stories – Stranger In A Changed Land

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

7 container security best practices

Properly securing containers has never been easy, but the rise of software supply chain attacks — and new threats coming from AI — makes additional security controls essential. Threats and risks must be identified and addressed before containers are deployed,…

Apple vs. UK — ADP E2EE Back Door Faceoff

Won’t Tim Think of the Children? End-to-end encryption battle continues. The post Apple vs. UK — ADP E2EE Back Door Faceoff appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original article: Apple vs.…

Cybereason CEO Resigns Amid Funding Dispute with Investors

Eric Gan, who last month filed a lawsuit against top Cybereason investors for rejecting multiple financing plans, reportedly resigned as the company’s CEO after months of turmoil within the cybersecurity company’s boardroom. The post Cybereason CEO Resigns Amid Funding Dispute…

Eleven11bot Captures 86,000 IoT Devices for DDoS Attacks

The massive Eleven11bot has compromised more than 86,000 IoT devices, including security cameras and network video recorders, to launch hundreds of DDoS attacks, and security researchers say the threat actors behind the botnet are trying to grow it even more.…

What is the Process of ISO 27001 Certification?

In 2025, the cost of cyberattacks will reach $10.5 trillion globally. The projected growth rate is 15% every year. While the cost of attack keeps increasing, a breach is now identified in 194 days on average. It takes 64 days…

What is Red Teaming?

Red teaming is like staging a realistic rehearsal for a potential cyber attack to check an organization’s security resilience before they become actual problems. The exercise has three key phases: getting inside the system, maintaining their presence undetected, and acting…

Top 7 Cyber Security Challenges Faced by SaaS Organizations

Today’s technology-driven world needs Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) organizations. Their software solutions help organizations perform effectively and efficiently. SaaS applications are easily available over the internet. It allows users to access them via a web browser without requiring complex installations or infrastructure.…

Integrating Payroll Systems: Risks, Challenges, and Solutions

Discussing the challenges, risks and solutions for businesses integrating payroll software and systems for seamless efficiency. The post Integrating Payroll Systems: Risks, Challenges, and Solutions appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the…

New Mobile App Scanning Tool Created by Approov and CMU Africa

Approov and Carnegie Mellon University Africa’s Upanzi Network have teamed up again to help fintech companies provide more secure services to their customers by creating a new web-based open source tool which scans Android mobile application software for vulnerabilities and…

Comic Agilé – Luxshan Ratnaravi, Mikkel Noe-Nygaard – #327 – Including QA Tasks At Sprint Planning

<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://www.comicagile.net/comic/6781/” target=”_blank”> <img alt=”” height=”429″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/e309d4ab-25fa-44dd-8859-acbe7d22a898/%23327.jpg?format=1000w” width=”480″ /> </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! UPDATED: Due to an error in display code on our site,…

Identity Verification — The Front Line to Workforce Security

Enterprises can protect their workforce and critical systems without creating unnecessary barriers, striking the perfect balance between security and usability.  The post Identity Verification — The Front Line to Workforce Security  appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been…

Veriti Research Uncovers Malware Exploiting Cloud Services

Veriti Research has identified a growing trend – attackers leveraging cloud infrastructure to facilitate malware distribution and command-and-control (C2) operations. This evolving tactic not only makes detection more challenging but also exposes organizations to significant security risks.  Malware Hosted on…

DPRK IT Fraud Network Uses GitHub to Target Global Companies

Nisos DPRK IT Fraud Network Uses GitHub to Target Global Companies Nisos is tracking a network of likely North Korean (DPRK)-affiliated IT workers posing as Vietnamese, Japanese, and Singaporean nationals with the goal of obtaining employment in remote engineering… The…

Key Takeaways from the CSA Understanding Data Security Risk Survey

Key Takeaways from the CSA Understanding Data Security Risk Survey madhav Tue, 03/04/2025 – 04:32 As hybrid and multi-cloud environments become increasingly popular, identifying, prioritizing, and mitigating data security risks becomes increasingly complex. How can we tackle this complexity? By…

7 Stages of Non-Human Identity Security Maturity

6 min readNon-human identity security isn’t one-size-fits-all. Where does your organization stand on the path to eliminating secrets and securing workload access? The post 7 Stages of Non-Human Identity Security Maturity appeared first on Aembit. The post 7 Stages of…

AI is Evolving Faster Than Our Ability to Secure It

As AI continues to evolve, so will the associated security risks, and cybersecurity professionals must remain vigilant and proactive. The post AI is Evolving Faster Than Our Ability to Secure It appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been…

Top CVEs & Vulnerabilities February 2025

Cyber threats don’t take a break, and February 2025 proved just that. This month, we saw some serious vulnerabilities that could cause major problems if not patched quickly. From remote… The post Top CVEs & Vulnerabilities February 2025 appeared first…

Staying Ahead with Advanced PAM Techniques?

Can Advanced Privileged Access Management (PAM) Techniques Keep you Ahead in the Cybersecurity Game? The question is often asked, can advanced PAM techniques truly make a difference in cybersecurity? The answer is a resounding yes! But to grasp the full…

Smart Secret Scanning Techniques: Are You Updated?

Smart Secret Scanning: Decoding the Intelligence Behind Cybersecurity Have you ever wondered how some organizations manage to preserve their digital data integrity amidst in technology? It may seem like a mountainous task, but the secrets lie in smart secret scanning…

Is Your Secrets Rotation Getting Better?

Can Your Secrets Rotation Stand the Test of Time? Ask yourself: is your organization’s secrets rotation process as secure and efficient as it can be? Where the average cost of a data breach is $3.86 million according to a study…

DEF CON 32 – Efficient Bug Bounty Automation Techniques

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

11 Application Security Testing Types

As organizations accelerate their release cycles and rely on complex software ecosystems, security vulnerabilities become harder to track—and easier for attackers to exploit. From open-source dependencies to misconfigurations in production, security gaps can lead to data breaches, compliance failures, and…

Freedom to Choose the Best Secrets Vault?

Are You Making Informed Decisions About Your Secrets Vault? It’s a question that resonates deeply among cybersecurity professionals today. A seasoned data management experts and security enthusiasts understand the importance of flexibility when it comes to selecting a secrets vault.…

How Supported is Your NHIs Policy Enforcement?

Does Your Approach to NHI Policy Enforcement Make the Grade? One question that often arises is: “how effectively are we managing Non-Human Identities (NHIs) policy enforcement in our supported systems?” For numerous enterprises, maintaining a robust NHI management regime is…

Justified Spending on Cybersecurity Technology?

Is Your Cybersecurity Spending Justified? With digital becoming more complex, organizations are continually urged to increase their cybersecurity spending. But the crucial question that arises is – “Is your investment in cybersecurity technology delivering an appropriate return on investment (ROI)?”…

Independent Audit for Your Secrets Management?

Why Should Organizations Focus on Independent Audit for Secrets Management? Are you overlooking an essential aspect of your organization’s cybersecurity strategy? This aspect is the management of Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and their secrets, which are often overlooked but vital components…

Certain About Your Data Privacy Measures?

Are You Confident in Your Data Privacy Measures? Professionals in financial services in healthcare, travel, DevOps, and SOC teams that managing securitization processes in the cloud; do you feel confident about your data privacy measures? Where marked by increasing cybersecurity…

How Stable is Your Cloud Infrastructure Security?

Are Your Machine Identities Protected Within Your Cloud Infrastructure? Let’s delve into a thought-provoking question: Within your seemingly secure systems, how comprehensively are your Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and their secrets protected? NHIs, as machine identities, play a crucial role in…

DMARC Adoption among Europe’s Higher Education Sector

This installment of DMARC adoption initiates a series on DMARC adoption, focusing on policy levels and best practices, in the higher education sector. We’ll begin with Europe. The post DMARC Adoption among Europe’s Higher Education Sector appeared first on Security…

Morpheus: Building Dynamic, Context-Specific Response Playbooks with AI

How Morpheus revolutionizes security automation with dynamically generated, context-aware workflows. The post Morpheus: Building Dynamic, Context-Specific Response Playbooks with AI appeared first on D3 Security. The post Morpheus: Building Dynamic, Context-Specific Response Playbooks with AI appeared first on Security Boulevard.…

Do Powerful Tools Enhance Your Data Security?

How Can Powerful Security Tools Impact Your Data Protection Strategy? Has it ever occurred to you how critical it is to have a robust data protection framework in massive digitalization? The need for advanced cybersecurity measures becomes more critical. One…

Is Your NHI Lifecycle Management Capable?

Is Your Approach to NHI Lifecycle Management Robust Enough? Have you ever wondered about the invisibility of your organizational cyber risk? When did you last evaluate the strength of your Non-Human Identity (NHI) lifecycle management? The management of NHIs and…

Optimistic About Future Cybersecurity Trends?

Can We Be Optimistic About Future Cybersecurity Trends? Driven by the incessant need for safer digital environments where data and machine identities form the core of many organizational operations. A seasoned data management expert and cybersecurity specialist, must ponder, how…

CMMC is Here: Simplifying Compliance with Enclaves

A joint blog featuring CISO Global’s Compliance Team & PreVeil The long-anticipated CMMC rule (CFR 32) is now live, marking a crucial turning point for defense contractors. The Compliance Team at CISO Global recently passed our CMMC Audit and are…

Comic Agilé – Luxshan Ratnaravi, Mikkel Noe-Nygaard – #327 – Including QA Tasks At Sprint Planning

<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://www.comicagile.net/comic/6781/” target=”_blank”> <img alt=”” height=”442″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/02ea9e72-c9f4-47a1-85d7-1bf42e431280/%23327.png?format=1000w” width=”502″ /> </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! Permalink The post Comic Agilé – Luxshan Ratnaravi, Mikkel Noe-Nygaard –…

Stopping CovertCatch – Securing Against Weaponized Job Offers

The post Stopping CovertCatch – Securing Against Weaponized Job Offers appeared first on Votiro. The post Stopping CovertCatch – Securing Against Weaponized Job Offers appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original…

A Comprehensive Look at OSINT

Leveraging Publicly Available Data for Better Security  Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) is a term you’ve likely encountered in conversations about cybersecurity, intelligence gathering, and investigative journalism. As our personal and professional lives become increasingly digital, OSINT has become a crucial…

For Unbiased Evaluation, Take on Real-World Security Testing

For organizations that are evaluating security controls, independent testing offers an unvarnished assessment of integrity and performance, of effectiveness. The post For Unbiased Evaluation, Take on Real-World Security Testing appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from…

eBPF Versus Kernel Extensions

eBPF-based agents have numerous advantages that make them a safer, more efficient option in comparison to agents that use kernel extensions. The post eBPF Versus Kernel Extensions appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard…

Protecting the Soft Underbelly of Your Organization

Organizations are waking up to the sad truth that their workloads are often a weakly protected, and underappreciated aspect of their IT infrastructure, and this problem is growing worse by the day.   The post Protecting the Soft Underbelly of Your Organization…