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How to Select the Right Cyber Risk Management Services
As organizations recognize the importance of cyber risk management, the challenge of selecting the right cyber risk management services for the company comes. An efficient cyber risk management program can help organizations to protect their critical assets and data from…
New SEC Disclosure Rules Demand Better CISO Communication
The SEC’s charges against SolarWinds and its CISO follow a new set of rules that put greater responsibility on organizations’ leadership. The post New SEC Disclosure Rules Demand Better CISO Communication appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been…
Moving Beyond CVSS Scores for Vulnerability Prioritization
Since 2016, new vulnerabilities reported each year have nearly tripled. With the increasing number of discovered vulnerabilities, organizations need to prioritize which of them need immediate attention. However, the task of prioritizing vulnerabilities for patching can be challenging, as it…
Winter Vivern’s Roundcube Zero-Day Exploits
In a recent cybersecurity development, an elusive threat actor named Winter Vivern aimed its sights at the popular Roundcube webmail software, successfully exploiting a zero-day vulnerability on October 11th. This breach allowed unauthorized access to sensitive email messages, causing alarm…
NSFOCUS WAF Running Modes
NSFOCUS WAF supports multiple running modes. You can modify the running mode based on the network topology. Deployment Topology Deployment Topology can be set to In-Path, Out-of-Path, Reverse Proxy, Mirroring or Plugin-enabled. Mode Configuration Mode Configuration can be set to…
A major cyber attack: $3.5 Trillion Loss can occur!
In our increasingly interconnected world, cyberattacks pose a serious concern, and the potential financial damage of these attacks is more surprising now than in the past. An Economic Times Report claims that a major cyber attack might cost the world…
Decoupled SIEM: Brilliant or Stupid?
Frankly, not sure why I am writing this, I get a sense that this esoteric topic is of interest to a very small number of people. But hey … LinkedIn made me do it 🙂 And many of those few people are…
Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Doctor’s Office’
via the comic artistry and dry wit of Randall Munroe, creator of XKCD! Permalink The post Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Doctor’s Office’ appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original article: Randall Munroe’s…
DEF CON 31 – Bohan Liu, Zheng Wang, GuanCheng Li ‘ndays Are Also 0days’
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…
Authentication Systems Decoded: The Science Behind Securing Your Digital Identity
Cybersecurity is a continuous journey, but with solid authentication systems, this trip can be safer for everyone on board. The post Authentication Systems Decoded: The Science Behind Securing Your Digital Identity appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been…
GUEST ESSAY: How to mitigate the latest, greatest phishing variant — spoofed QR codes
QR code phishing attacks started landing in inboxes around the world about six months ago. Related: ‘BEC’ bilking on the rise These attacks prompt the target to scan a QR code and trick them into downloading malware or sharing sensitive…
Cyera Adds Automated Remediation Capability to DSPM Platform
Cyera’s data security platform now includes the ability to employ tags to automatically apply cybersecurity policies to protect data. The post Cyera Adds Automated Remediation Capability to DSPM Platform appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from…
Configuration of SPF and DKIM for Adobe Marketo
Adobe Marketo is a marketing automation software acquired … The post Configuration of SPF and DKIM for Adobe Marketo appeared first on EasyDMARC. The post Configuration of SPF and DKIM for Adobe Marketo appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article…
Gaining Security and Flexibility With Private 5G
Private 5G is considered a safer alternative to Wi-Fi and public mobile networks and is the preferred network backbone for business-critical apps. The post Gaining Security and Flexibility With Private 5G appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been…
Bolstering API Security and Bot Attack Protection with NSFOCUS Next-Generation WAF
NSFOCUS’s Next-Generation WAF addresses various threats faced by users, such as web vulnerability exploitation, resource abuse, and resource access control. It provides a comprehensive solution that includes traditional WAF functionality, bot traffic management, API security, and DDoS protection, all integrated…
Data Breaches in October 2023 – Infographic
A data breach is a security incident where sensitive data is accessed, used, or disclosed without the permission of the data subject. Data breaches can occur in organizations of all sizes and industries, and can have a significant impact on…
HITRUST vs. HIPAA: Ensuring Data Security and Compliance
While both HITRUST and HIPAA have substantial relevance in ensuring data security in the healthcare sector, they are very different standards. HIPAA, or the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996, is a federal law, whereas HITRUST is a…
Okta Hacked Again, Quishing Is The New Phishing, Google Play Protect Real-Time Scanning
In this episode, we explore the recent Okta breach where hackers obtained sensitive customer data via unauthorized access to the Okta support system. Next, we discuss the emerging threat of “quishing,” a combination of voice calls and phishing that preys…
DEF CON 31 – Patrick Wardle’s ‘Leveraging macOS Networking Frameworks to Heuristically Detect Malware’
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…
Apono Success Stories: Rho
Rho is an all-in-one finance platform that offers fully automated solutions for accounts payable, cards, expense management, and treasury. The Challenge: Flexible just-in-time access done right Rho operates in a market that is strongly regulated, and they were looking for…
DDoS Protection Solutions: Safeguarding Your Business in the Digital Age
Introduction to DDoS Threats An understanding of DDoS threats begins with understanding the basics of DDoS attacks. DDoS attacks are coordinated attempts to flood a network or service with excessive traffic, causing disruption or complete unavailability. Moreover, small businesses are…
DEF CON 31 – Tracy Mosley’s ‘War Stories – Nuthin’ But A G Thang Evolution of Cellular Networks’
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…
Eclypsium Platform Datasheet
Most organizations implicitly trust the foundational layers of their IT infrastructure—a fact that makes low-level exploits especially desirable targets for attackers. The Eclypsium supply chain security platform equips organizations to continuously monitor and remediate the critical low-level components of their…
Cyber Threat Intelligence Frameworks: What You Need to Know
CTI represents a proactive and strategic approach to cybersecurity, providing organizations with the insights needed to identify and combat potential cyber threats. These CTI frameworks are evolving, adapting to the changing threat landscape and leveraging cutting-edge technologies to enhance their…
DEF CON 31 Packet Hacking Village – Mike Raggo’s, Chet Hosmer’s ‘OSINT for Physical Security Intelligence’
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…
Empower Incident Response with Real-Time, Just-in-Time Alerts and Access
Here at FireMon we have a bit of a different take on Cloud Security Posture Management. Cloud Defense was built from the ground up to support real-time security operations. Our goal, from day one, has been to help detect and…
Prolific Mozi Botnet Deliberately Shut Down with Kill Switch
For several years, Mozi was among the most active botnets on the cyberthreat scene, exploiting flaws in hundreds of thousands of Internet of Things (IoT) devices every year. In a report last year, IBM’s X-Force unit said it saw a…
VICTORY: Google WEI ‘Stealth DRM’ Plan is Dead (or is it?)
WEI is dead — long live WMI: Google backs down on Web Environment Integrity API, but its replacement is also problematic. The post VICTORY: Google WEI ‘Stealth DRM’ Plan is Dead (or is it?) appeared first on Security Boulevard. This…
Microsoft to Ramp AI and Automation in Security Overhaul
Microsoft, which saw a Chinese threat group hack into its M365 cloud platform and steal hundreds of thousands of government and corporate emails, is saying it will use AI and automation technologies to improve and accelerate cybersecurity protections in its…
The President’s EO on AI – What it Does and Why it Won’t Work
President Biden’s EO lacks the effect of law, does not mandate much of anything and overlooks some of the trickiest AI issues. The post The President’s EO on AI – What it Does and Why it Won’t Work appeared first…
What is an API Gateway? – Definition, Benefits and Limitations
An API Gateway serves as a mediator, routing API calls to backend services while delivering unified data to users, making it a crucial component for modern application architectures. The post What is an API Gateway? – Definition, Benefits and Limitations…
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…
CISA Seeks Public Input for Supply Chain Security Improvements
CISA recently took a significant step in bolstering software supply chain security by issuing a formal request for public input. The post CISA Seeks Public Input for Supply Chain Security Improvements appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been…
Why Online Privacy Protection is a Necessary Measure for Executives
Online privacy protection is not just an option for executives; it’s an absolute necessity. As leaders in the field, we’re emphasizing this as a vital step that should be on every executive’s priority list. The Executive’s Digital Landscape As an…
HIPAA Updates and Changes in 2023: Here’s What You Need to Know
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) has been a major player. In the constantly changing fields of patient confidentiality and healthcare data security, the Health Insurance Act plays a major role. The HIPAA acts as a key component…
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…
Top takeaways from Money20/20 USA: KYC risk, fintech fraud, and the evolving payments ecosystem
Money 20/20 USA recently brought together finance and tech leaders to share insights into the rapidly changing world of financial technology. As the event unfolded, key insights and takeaways emerged that are poised to shape the future of fintech. Let’s…
DEF CON 31 – Christopher Wade’s ‘Physical Attacks Against Smartphones’
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…
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…
DEF CON 31 Policy – Panel : A Global Approach to Tackling Software Resilience
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…
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.…
What You Need to Know About the New Bing GPT Integration
The new Bing includes an integration with GPT-4, and can use data gathered by the Bingbot search engine crawler to train the LLM and respond to queries. The post What You Need to Know About the New Bing GPT Integration…
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…
CISO Global Licenses Cutting Edge Proprietary AI and Neural Net Intellectual Property to New Partner
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., November 2, 2023 – CISO Global (NASDAQCM: CISO), an industry leader as a managed cybersecurity and compliance provider, has announced the signing of a licensing agreement to provide its entire suite of next generation intellectual property to CRG…
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…
Atlassian Confluence Improper Authentication Vulnerability (CVC-2023-22518) Notification
Overview Recently, NSFOCUS CERT monitored that Atlassian officially fixed an improper authentication vulnerability in the Atlassian Communication Data Center and Server (CVE-2023-22518). Unauthenticated remote attackers can bypass the authentication of the target system to a certain extent by constructing malicious…
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…
Join the Cloud Native Community at KubeCon + CloudNativeCon North America
If you’re running cloud-native apps and services, you probably already know that KubeCon + CloudNativeCon North America 2023 is next week, November 6-9 in Chicago! Fairwinds is sponsoring KubeCon once again, contributing our efforts to the flagship conference of the…
DEF CON 31 Policy – Panel: All Your Vulns Are Belong To Terms And Conditions
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…
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…
Understanding the Joe Biden Executive Order on AI and Enhancing Cybersecurity: Key Takeaways and Recommendations
On October 30, 2023, the White House issued an Executive Order promoting safe, secure, and trustworthy artificial intelligence (AI) deployment. This Executive Order recognizes the global challenges and opportunities presented by AI and emphasizes the need for collaboration, standards development,…
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.…
We Won’t Pay Ransomware Crims — 40 Nations Promise Biden’s WH
Will CRI pledge work? International Counter Ransomware Initiative (CRI) hopes to pull rug from under scrotes. The post We Won’t Pay Ransomware Crims — 40 Nations Promise Biden’s WH appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from…
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…
Buyer’s Guide for Privileged Access Governance Solutions
We’re excited to announce that we’ve just published our Buyer’s Guide for Privileged Access Governance solutions! Why we created the guide Most companies in the world today have already migrated most of their workloads to the cloud, with 91 percent…
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…
DEF CON 31 Policy – Panel: Blocking Pathways into Cybercrime Current Efforts, Future Opportunities
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…
News alert: Ivanti reports reveals 49% of CXOs have requested bypassing security measures
Salt Lake City, Utah, Oct. 31, 2023 —Ivanti, the tech company that elevates and secures Everywhere Work, today announced the results of its Executive Security Spotlight report as part of Ivanti’s Cybersecurity Status Report Series. Ivanti surveyed over … (more…)…
News alert: Traceable celebrates winning the prestigious SINET16 Innovator Award for 2023
San Francisco, Calif., Oct. 31, 2023 – Traceable AI, the industry’s leading API security company, proudly announces its continued recognition in the cybersecurity industry, with the latest accolade being the prestigious SINET16 Innovator Award for 2023. The SINET16 Innovator … (more…) The…
How the SEC charges against SolarWinds highlight the cybersecurity liability of software companies
On October 30, 2023, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filed a civil complaint against SolarWinds Corporation and its chief information security officer, Timothy G. Brown, for violating federal securities laws by making false and misleading statements about its cybersecurity…
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…
CEO John Chen Exiting BlackBerry as It Prepares to Split
John Chen, who for a decade steered BlackBerry through its transformation from a mobile device maker to a provider of software for cybersecurity and the Internet of Things (IoT), will end his tenure this at the end of this week…
Advanced Behavioral Detection Analytics: Enhancing Threat Detection with AI
Gartner just released its Emerging Tech Impact Radar: Security, which looked at technologies that could help organizations effectively detect and respond to attacks and create better efficiencies through AI-based security hyper-automation. The post Advanced Behavioral Detection Analytics: Enhancing Threat Detection…
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…
Security Compliance for SaaS: Cutting Costs and Boosting Sales with Automation
Managing compliance manually can be a burdensome and never-ending task. However, there is a simpler solution: Automated Security Compliance. The post Security Compliance for SaaS: Cutting Costs and Boosting Sales with Automation appeared first on Scytale. The post Security Compliance…
LogRhythm Partners with D3 Security to Automate Threat Management and Incident Response Capabilities in Cloud-Native LogRhythm Axon SIEM
The combined solution empowers security teams to identify behavioral anomalies, internal and external threats, and to prioritize responses with accurate security intelligence BROOMFIELD, Colo., October 31, 2023–LogRhythm, the company helping security teams stop breaches by turning disconnected data and signals……
Microsoft Data Leaks and the Importance of Open Source Intelligence
Open source intelligence (OSINT) helps organizations find both unintentional data leaks and criminal data breaches. The post Microsoft Data Leaks and the Importance of Open Source Intelligence appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard…
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…
Agent vs. Agentless: A New Approach to Insider Risk Monitoring
A question our customers commonly ask is whether our InTERCEPT insider risk management platform is agent-based or agentless. The short answer is: “A bit of both, but better.” Technically speaking, InTERCEPT is an agent for the sheer fact that our…
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…
Author Q&A: Here’s why the good guys must continually test the limitations of ‘EDR’
A new tier of overlapping, interoperable, highly automated security platforms must, over the next decade, replace the legacy, on-premise systems that enterprises spent multiple kings’ fortunes building up over the past 25 years. Related: How ‘XDR’ defeats silos Now along…
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…
SternX Resources to Assist Businesses with Insider Threat Risk Assessment
Insider threats pose serious risk. SternX provides leading technology and expertise to help businesses implement insider threat risk assessment programs, assess vulnerabilities, monitor for risks, and build robust defenses. The post SternX Resources to Assist Businesses with Insider Threat Risk…
A Complete Guide to NIST Compliance: Navigating the Cybersecurity Framework, NIST 800-53, and NIST 800-171
Cybersecurity has become one of the most pressing threats that an organization can face, where poor cybersecurity can lead to operational disruptions, regulatory enforcement, lost sales, a tarnished corporate reputation, and much other trouble. Management teams know this, of course,…
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…
Pro-Palestinian Threat Groups Expand Cyberwar Beyond Israel
As Israel’s military escalates its ground and air attacks in Gaza, the parallel cyberwar that spun up so quickly following the October 7 surprise raids by Hama terrorists appears to be changing and spreading to other countries. A report this…
Spookiest Hacks, Cybercriminals and Tactics Lurking in 2023
A Bitdefender study found nearly half of Halloween-themed spam is fraudulent, with 69% of the spam hitting U.S. inboxes. The post Spookiest Hacks, Cybercriminals and Tactics Lurking in 2023 appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from…
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…
SEC Regulations, Government Overreach and Access to Cybersecurity Information
Do the SEC’s new rules qualify as government overreach? Sysdig’s Crystal Morin explores the issue. The post SEC Regulations, Government Overreach and Access to Cybersecurity Information appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read…
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…
DEF CON 31 – Policy Panel: How Hackers Can Work With Government To Protect High Risk Communities
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…
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…