Authors/Presenters: Rebecca Lively, Eddie Zaneski 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.…
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What is PCI DSS 4.0: Is This Still Applicable For 2024?
In a time when cyber threats continuously evolve, a security standard or framework is essential for protecting digital assets. The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS), developed by the PCI Security Standards Council, empowers organisations to safeguard cardholder…
PCI DSS Requirements With v4.0.1 Updates For 2024
PCI DSS refers to the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard created by the PCI Security Standards Council (PCI SSC), an independent entity founded by major payment card brands, including Visa, JCB International, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover. PCI DSS…
Advancements in Machine Identity Protections
The Strategic Importance of Non-Human Identities Are we taking the necessary steps to secure our machine identities, or are we leaving our systems exposed to potential attackers? Non-Human Identities (NHIs) play a critical role in maintaining secure cloud environments. In…
DEF CON 32 – Porn & Privacy – ET
Author/Presenter: ET 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 post…
2025 SaaS Security Word of the Year: Adaptability | Grip
Discover why adaptability is the 2025 SaaS security word of the year. This is the year to address shadow SaaS, AI risks, and evolving cyber threats effectively! The post 2025 SaaS Security Word of the Year: Adaptability | Grip appeared…
The Cost of Complacency in Credential Hygiene
The PowerSchool breach highlights the risks of poor credential hygiene. This article covers proactive steps to protect your SaaS environment. The post The Cost of Complacency in Credential Hygiene appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from…
Below the Surface Winter 2024 Edition – The Year in Review
The Year of the Typhoon Highlights from this edition: The post Below the Surface Winter 2024 Edition – The Year in Review appeared first on Eclypsium | Supply Chain Security for the Modern Enterprise. The post Below the Surface Winter…
New Paper: “Future of SOC: Transform the ‘How’” (Paper 5)
After a long, long, long writing effort … eh … break, we are ready with our 5th Deloitte and Google Cloud Future of the SOC paper “Future of SOC: Transform the ‘How’.” As a reminder (and I promise you do need it; it…
Hackers Attack PowerSchool, Expose K-12 Teacher and Student Data
Giant education software provider PowerSchool reported that hackers using compromised credentials access a database and stole student and teacher data in an attack that the company said was not ransomware, though a ransom apparently was paid. Affected K-12 school districts…
SonarQube for IDE: Our journey this year, and sneak peek into 2025
Reviewing the enhancements delivered by the SonarQube for IDE team for developers during 2024. Focusing on streamlining the UX for teams, harnessing the power of SonarQube Server and Cloud through connected mode into your IDE, and making it even easier…
Phishing Threats, GenAI Among Top Cybersecurity Risks in 2025
Organizations are facing escalating threats from phishing attacks, personal app usage and the widespread adoption of generative AI (GenAI) in workplaces. According to a Netskope report, phishing attacks surged in 2024, with enterprise employees clicking on phishing links at a…
From Cybersecurity Consolidation to GenAI and Innovation – What to Expect: 2025 Predictions
What to expect in 2025 and beyond, into the future. Here are some likely predictions across cybersecurity, GenAI and innovation, and defensive cyber. The post From Cybersecurity Consolidation to GenAI and Innovation – What to Expect: 2025 Predictions appeared first…
Fake CAPTCHA Scams: Ruining Consumer Trust and Driving Website Abandonment
CAPTCHAs frustrate users, fail to stop sophisticated bots, and now pose a serious malware risk. The post Fake CAPTCHA Scams: Ruining Consumer Trust and Driving Website Abandonment appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard…
Top 3 Mistakes PCI DSS SAQ-D Service Providers Are Making in 2025 That Will Knock Them Out of PCI DSS 4 Compliance
The post Top 3 Mistakes PCI DSS SAQ-D Service Providers Are Making in 2025 That Will Knock Them Out of PCI DSS 4 Compliance appeared first on Feroot Security. The post Top 3 Mistakes PCI DSS SAQ-D Service Providers Are…
Digital Wallets: From Consumer Convenience to Corporate Security
From storing state IDs, driver’s licenses and passports to managing payment information, digital wallets have revolutionized the way we handle personal credentials. The post Digital Wallets: From Consumer Convenience to Corporate Security appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has…
The Benefits of Implementing Least Privilege Access
Why is Least Privilege Access a Key Aspect in Security Practices? If you’re involved in cybersecurity, the term “Least Privilege Access” may be familiar. But why is it considered a central feature in security practices across diverse industries? Least privilege,…
Chinese-linked Hackers May Be Exploiting Latest Ivanti Vulnerability
Software maker Ivanti, which for more than a year has been plagued by security flaws in its appliance, unveiled two new ones this week, with Mandiant researchers saying that one likely is being activity exploited by China-linked threat groups. The…
Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Features of Adulthood’
<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://xkcd.com/3034/” target=”_blank”> <img alt=”” height=”620″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/eefaa0f5-d620-4f2c-b628-26c456b26b88/features_of_adulthood.png?format=1000w” width=”704″ /> </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 ‘Features of Adulthood’ appeared first on Security…
The Hidden Costs of Poor Access Management: Why Small Businesses Can’t Afford to Ignore It
When a former employee retains access to sensitive systems months after leaving, it’s more than a security oversight—it’s a serious business risk. Learn true costs of poor access management, from immediate impacts to long-term reputation damage, and discover practical steps…
Open Interfaces Needed to Cut Security Operations Costs & Boost Efficiency
While AI/ML and automation promise to help streamline and reduce security operation costs, these efforts could be significantly boosted by the increased availability of standard interfaces The post Open Interfaces Needed to Cut Security Operations Costs & Boost Efficiency appeared…
Security Implications of Configuration Drift
Addressing configuration drift – a seemingly minor issue – is essential to maintaining a secure and resilient IT environment. The post Security Implications of Configuration Drift appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read…
Leveraging Government Grants to Enhance Critical Security Systems
The Biden-Harris Administration’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, also known as the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), allows organizations to receive government grant money for improved cybersecurity. The post Leveraging Government Grants to Enhance Critical Security Systems appeared first on Security…
Building Resilience Into Cyber-Physical Systems Has Never Been This Mission-Critical
Our nation’s critical infrastructure is increasingly brittle and under attack. Take the recent report that the drinking water of millions of Americans is at risk due to technical vulnerabilities. The post Building Resilience Into Cyber-Physical Systems Has Never Been This…
Fortinet CISO Details ‘Phish-Free’ Phishing Scheme Using PayPal
A bad actor is using a Microsoft 365 test domain and a self-created distribution list to bypass traditional email protections and entice victims to hand over their PayPal account information in what Fortinet’s CISO is calling a “phish-free” phishing campaign.…
Top 10 Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Tools for 2025
DLP tools protect sensitive information from unauthorized access, sharing, or accidental loss. With the rise in data breaches and cyber threats, companies must safeguard their intellectual property, personally identifiable information (PII), and financial data. Are Data Loss Prevention Tools Required?…
Top Cybersecurity Conferences & Events in India 2025
The Indian cybersecurity ecosystem is experiencing significant growth, making it one of the fastest-growing and most important technology spaces globally. As cyber threats increase in scale and sophistication, it’s essential… The post Top Cybersecurity Conferences & Events in India 2025 …
Mitigating Risks with Privileged Access Management
Why is Privileged Access Management Crucial for Risk Mitigation? Managing Non-Human Identities (NHIs) has become a central issue. The complex landscape of digital transformation is precipitating increased attention towards effective Privileged Access Management (PAM). But what exactly is PAM? How…
Optimizing Cloud Security with Advanced Secrets Scanning
Why is Secrets Scanning Critical for Cloud Security? Have you ever considered how secrets scanning could be the vital ingredient your organization needs to optimize cloud security? As technology advances at a relentless pace, so do the threats and vulnerabilities…
What Makes You… You? A Philosophical Take on Non-Human Identity
6 min readFrom DNA to data, explore the unanswered questions of identity and the challenges of securing a non-human world. The post What Makes You… You? A Philosophical Take on Non-Human Identity appeared first on Aembit. The post What Makes…
DEF CON 32 – Student Engagement Doesn’t Have to Suck
Author/Presenter: Dr. Muhsinah Morris 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…
Green Bay Packers Retail Site Hacked, Data of 8,500 Customers Exposed
The data of more than 8,500 customers were exposed during an attack on the Green Bay Packers online retail website in which the hackers were able to bypass security measure and install malicious code, steal customers’ names, addresses, and credit…
Insecure Medical Devices — Illumina DNA Sequencer Illuminates Risks
IEI-IEI, Oh: Running an obsolete OS, on obsolete hardware, configured with obsolete settings. The post Insecure Medical Devices — Illumina DNA Sequencer Illuminates Risks appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security Boulevard Read the original…
Census III study spotlights ongoing open-source software security challenges
Backward incompatibilities, the lack of standard schemas for components, and projects staffed by too few developers are just some of the risks threatening the security of free and open-source software (FOSS), a study released by the Linux Foundation, the Open Source…
Meet the WAF Squad | Impart Security
< div class=”text-rich-text w-richtext”> Introduction Web applications and APIs are critical parts of your attack surface, but managing WAFs has never been easy. False positives, rule tuning, risks of production outages, and log analysis – all of this work has…
Six Tech Trends Shaping the Future of Brand Experiences
Six Tech Trends Shaping the Future of Brand Experiences madhav Wed, 01/08/2025 – 12:38 < div> Business success relies on balancing positive brand experiences and maintaining consumer trust. Consumers want efficiency—2024 research from Thales found that 22% of consumers will…
Rethinking Incident Response: How Organizations Can Avoid Budget Overruns and Delays
Victim organizations need more effective tools and strategies to streamline incident response and mitigate financial fallout. The post Rethinking Incident Response: How Organizations Can Avoid Budget Overruns and Delays appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from…
The Digital Battlefield: Understanding Modern Cyberattacks and Global Security
Explore the invisible war being fought in cyberspace, where nations battle without traditional weapons. This comprehensive guide explains modern cyberattacks, their impact on global security, and how countries defend their digital borders in an increasingly connected world. The post The…
Top Tech Talent Reemployment Project: Helping Job Seekers Shine!
After being let go from F5 in May 2023, I started thinking about how to support job seekers during tough times. That’s when I came up with the Top Tech Talent Reemployment Project—a video series featuring professionals who have been…
Reemployment Project: Meet Alex Ryan
The numbers are staggering—2024 has seen over 200,000 layoffs across 1,200 companies, with 82% coming from the tech industry. Welcome to the Top Tech Talent Reemployment Project! I’m Peter, and this initiative is all about supporting those affected by layoffs…
Compliance as cybersecurity: A reality check on checkbox risk management
In the world of cybersecurity, compliance is a no-brainer. Adhering to corporate and regulatory compliance standards is critical for enterprises. And while compliance does not ensure active and constant protection against cybersecurity threats, it’s a standard to aim for that…
DEF CON 32 – Psychic Paper: Making E-Ink Access Badges Accessible For Anyone
Author/Presenter: Joshua Herman 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…
The Role of IAM in Securing Cloud Transactions
Why Is Identity Access Management (IAM) Crucial in Cloud Security? Have you ever thought about how crucial Identity Access Management (IAM) is when it comes to cloud security? IAM is not just about managing human identities but also about dealing…
Challenges and Solutions in API Security
Are Organizations Fully Grasping the Importance of API Security? It is surprising how often businesses underestimate the importance of Application Programming Interface (API) security while navigating the digital landscape. This concern arises due to the significant rise in API-centric applications.…
Comic Agilé – Mikkel Noe-Nygaard, Luxshan Ratnaravi – #319 – Specialities
<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://www.comicagile.net/comic/silos-2/” target=”_blank”> <img alt=”” height=”582″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/45894187-8256-4ae1-9356-fd0d21fe5376/%23319+-+Specialities.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! Permalink The post Comic Agilé – Mikkel Noe-Nygaard, Luxshan Ratnaravi –…
DEF CON 32 – So You Wanna Know How To Make Badges
Author/Presenter: c0ldbru 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 post…
Exabeam Extends Scope and Reach of SIEM Platform
Exabeam today added a bevy of capabilities to its New-Scale Security Operations Platform, including support for open application programming interface (API) and an ability to search data stored in the LogRhythm security information event management (SIEM) platform it acquired last…
Agents, Robotics, and Auth – Oh My! | Impart Security
< div class=”text-rich-text w-richtext”> Agents, Robotics, and Auth – Oh My! Introduction 2025 will be the year of the futurist. I never thought that I’d be writing a blog post about AI and robotics at this point in my career,…
Eliminate the Data Privacy Guesswork with a virtual Data Protection Officer (vDPO)
Scytale launches virtual Data Protection Officer (vDPO) services, offering expert support and privacy management. The post Eliminate the Data Privacy Guesswork with a virtual Data Protection Officer (vDPO) appeared first on Scytale. The post Eliminate the Data Privacy Guesswork with…
Why Traditional Fraud Scores Are No Longer Enough for Modern Threats
Discover why traditional fraud scores fall short in today’s threat landscape and learn how advanced solutions like DataDome deliver superior fraud prevention. The post Why Traditional Fraud Scores Are No Longer Enough for Modern Threats appeared first on Security Boulevard.…
How to use your Robots.txt to (even partially) block Bots from crawling your site
Prevent search engine bots from crawling restricted sections of your site. Learn how to block web crawlers effectively using your robots.txt. The post How to use your Robots.txt to (even partially) block Bots from crawling your site appeared first on…
Brokers Key to Strengthening American Businesses’ Cyber Defenses
American businesses are increasingly turning to their brokers for more than financial protection, and also seek guidance, expertise and support to strengthen their cyber defenses. The post Brokers Key to Strengthening American Businesses’ Cyber Defenses appeared first on Security Boulevard.…
Dark Web Dangers Aren’t as Hidden as You Think
While it occupies only a sliver of the internet, the dark web has become a growing threat to businesses everywhere. The post Dark Web Dangers Aren’t as Hidden as You Think appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been…
Beware the Rise of the Autonomous Cyber Attacker
AI’s growing sophistication signals a future in which networks can be compromised autonomously, and the industry must prepare for this near-term reality. The post Beware the Rise of the Autonomous Cyber Attacker appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has…
Two Clicks to Chaos: How Double-clickjacking Hands Over Control of Apps without Users Knowing
In our last blog, we discussed how OAuth-based consent phishing attacks have been used to trick users into giving malicious apps the permission to conduct malicious activities via an employee’s account. This attack has been extremely effective due to the…
Windows LDAP Denial of Service Vulnerability (CVE-2024-49113) Alert
Overview Recently, NSFOCUS CERT detected that the details of Windows LDAP remote code execution vulnerability (CVE-2024-49113) were disclosed. Due to an out-of-bounds read vulnerability in wldap32.dll of Windows LDAP service, an unauthenticated attacker can induce a target server (as an…
Holiday Shopping Meets Cyber Threats: How Source Defense Detected the ESA Store Attack
by Source Defense In a recent high-profile incident covered by Forbes, our Source Defense Research team identified a sophisticated Magecart attack targeting the European Space Agency’s online store. This case study demonstrates why leading organizations worldwide trust Source Defense to…
How eBPF is changing appsec | Impart Security
< div class=”text-rich-text w-richtext”> What happens when cutting-edge technology meets the reality of securing modern applications? That’s the question our expert panel tackled in this conversation on how eBPF is reshaping application security. Moderated by Katie Norton of IDC, the…
DEF CON 32 – Physical OSINT
Author/Presenter: Lukas McCullough 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…
Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Skew-T Log-P’
<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://xkcd.com/3032/” target=”_blank”> <img alt=”” height=”626″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/64136f52-c737-41f2-98f3-79f58dcfc2ae/skew_t_log_p.png?format=1000w” width=”569″ /> </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 ‘Skew-T Log-P’ appeared first on Security Boulevard.…
WordPress Plugin Exploited to Turn Legitimate Sites Into Phishing Traps
A WordPress plugin known as PhishWP, has been discovered on Russian cybercrime forums and is being exploited by cybercriminals to steal sensitive data from unsuspecting users. The post WordPress Plugin Exploited to Turn Legitimate Sites Into Phishing Traps appeared first…
China’s Salt Typhoon Attacks Guam entity; US Sanctions Chinese Company
China is continuing to target U.S. entities in its efforts regarding Taiwan, including using state-sponsored Flax Typhoon to compromise Guam infrastructure. U.S. are pushing back, with the Treasury Department sanctioning a Chinse cybersecurity firm accused of aiding in some of…
Torq Adds Bevy of AI Agents to Automate Cybersecurity Workflows
Torq has extended the reach of the generative artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities spanning its security operations center (SOC) platform to now include multiple agents. The post Torq Adds Bevy of AI Agents to Automate Cybersecurity Workflows appeared first on Security…
DigiCert Open Sources Domain Control Validation Software
DigiCert has made available a Domain Control Validation (DCV) library under an open-source software license as part of a larger effort to enable certificate authorities (CAs) to reduce total costs. The post DigiCert Open Sources Domain Control Validation Software appeared…
4 Tips to Fortify the Human Element in Your Cybersecurity Posture
Four actionable tips that will enable you to enhance the human element of your cybersecurity posture, transforming potential vulnerabilities into robust defenses. The post 4 Tips to Fortify the Human Element in Your Cybersecurity Posture appeared first on Security Boulevard.…
Poor Cyber Hygiene can Cost Organizations up to an Average of $677 Million
Knowing that insider threats and poor cyber hygiene are well-known as some of the worst threat vectors, prioritizing security controls that can keep pace with modern threats is fundamental for all organizations moving forward. The post Poor Cyber Hygiene can…
Drowning in Visibility? Why Cybersecurity Needs to Shift from Visibility to Actionable Insight
Many security teams today are drowning in data, struggling to transform extensive visibility into actionable, meaningful insights. The post Drowning in Visibility? Why Cybersecurity Needs to Shift from Visibility to Actionable Insight appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has…
Online Marketplaces: Helping Small Businesses Grow and Stay Cyber Safe
Online marketplace sales are projected to reach $3.832 trillion in 2024. Every small e-commerce business should capture market share. The post Online Marketplaces: Helping Small Businesses Grow and Stay Cyber Safe appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been…
Tenable Chairman and CEO Amit Yoran Has Died
It is with profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of our beloved CEO Amit Yoran on January 3. Amit was not only a visionary leader but also a guiding force who profoundly impacted our industry, our…
Feel Supported by Advanced Machine Identity Management
Why Does Machine Identity Management Matter? Why should advanced machine identity management be a key concern for CISOs? With rapid technological advancements and the increasing dependence on cloud environments, businesses are confronted with a new array of security challenges. One…
Unlocking the Potential of Machine Identity Management
The Untapped Potential of Machine Identity Management Are you aligning your cybersecurity efforts with the contemporary needs and trends? Organizations often overlook the significance and strategic depth of Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and Secrets Security Management. This lapse can expose businesses,…
How Reliable Secret Storage Enhances Cloud Security
Why is Effective Secret Storage So Crucial to Cloud Security? In an increasingly digitized world where every information is stored in the digital form, it’s crucial to question: how are these confidential secrets stored, and how do they affect our…
Making FedRAMP ATOs Great with OSCAL and Components
OMB Memo M-24-15 published on July 24, 2024 directed GSA and the FedRAMP PMO to streamline the FedRAMP ATO process using NIST OSCAL. By late 2025 or early 2026 (18 months after the issuance of the memo), GSA must ensure…
Confidently Secure: Leveraging PAM for Enhanced Protections
Why is Harnessing Non-Human Identities Central to Your Cybersecurity Strategy? In the realm of information security, managing identities – whether human or machine – is critical. This attention escalates further when you delve into the realm of Non-Human Identity (NHI)…
Stay Assured: Critical Insights into Secrets Rotation
Why Is Secrets Rotation a Critical Aspect of Cybersecurity? Isn’t it intriguing how an object as intangible as ‘information’ can hold immense value in today’s digitally connected world? In the realm of cybersecurity, Secrets Rotation plays a key role in…
DEF CON 32 – The Interplay between Safety and Security in Aviation Systems3
Author/Presenter: Lillian Ash Baker 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…
Privacy Roundup: Week 1 of Year 2025
This is a news item roundup of privacy or privacy-related news items for 29 DEC 2024 – 4 JAN 2024. Information and summaries provided here are as-is for warranty purposes. Note: You may see some traditional “security” content mixed-in here…
Ensure Your Data’s Safety: Best Practices in Cloud Security
Where Does Your Cloud Security Stand? Does your organization’s data management strategy consider non-human identities (NHIs) and secret security management? In the intricate dance of safeguarding data, ensuring the security of machine identities, or NHIs, and their corresponding secrets is…
Feel Relieved: Advanced Secrets Management Techniques
Could Advanced Secrets Management be Your Way to Feeling Relieved? Think about it. If you could significantly decrease the likelihood of security breaches and data leaks in your organization, wouldn’t that be a massive weight lifted off your shoulders? But…
DEF CON 32 – The Past, Present, and Future of Bioweapons
Authors/Presenters: Lucas Potter, Meow-Ludo Disco Gamma Meow-Meow, Xavier Palmer 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…
Best of 2024: If You are Reachable, You Are Breachable, and Firewalls & VPNs are the Front Door
Firewalls and VPN appliances are critical gateways. Like all on-prem systems, a vulnerability can lead to a compromise that is used to open the door for attackers. The post Best of 2024: If You are Reachable, You Are Breachable, and…
Best of 2024: So-Phish-ticated Attacks
August 27, 2024 Authors: Rui Ataide, Hermes Bojaxhi The GuidePoint Research and Intelligence Team (GRIT) has been tracking a highly […] The post Best of 2024: So-Phish-ticated Attacks appeared first on Security Boulevard. This article has been indexed from Security…
Consent Phishing: The New, Smarter Way to Phish
What is consent phishing? Most people are familiar with the two most common types of phishing — credential phishing and phishing payloads, where attackers trick users into revealing credentials and downloading malicious software respectively. However, there is a third type of phishing…
The Critical Risk of Using Dummy Email Domains in Payment Gateways
During our recent security assessments across multiple clients, we discovered a concerning pattern: many companies are unknowingly exposing their customers’ sensitive payment information through a simple yet critical misconfiguration in… The post The Critical Risk of Using Dummy Email Domains…
PCI DSS 4.0.1: A Comprehensive Guide to Successfully Meeting Requirements 6.4.3 and 11.6.1
The post PCI DSS 4.0.1: A Comprehensive Guide to Successfully Meeting Requirements 6.4.3 and 11.6.1 appeared first on Feroot Security. The post PCI DSS 4.0.1: A Comprehensive Guide to Successfully Meeting Requirements 6.4.3 and 11.6.1 appeared first on Security Boulevard.…
Best of 2024: National Public Data (NPD) Breach: Essential Guide to Protecting Your Identity
Following the publication of our in-depth analysis on the National Public Data (NPD) breach last week, Constella Intelligence received several inquiries about how to safeguard against identity attacks using the exposed SSNs. The recent National Public Data (NPD) breach stands…
DEF CON 32 – War Games Red Team for OT Based on Real World Case Studies
Author/Presenter: Shishir Gupta 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…
Randall Munroe’s XKCD ‘Lasering Incidents’
<a class=” sqs-block-image-link ” href=”https://xkcd.com/3030/” target=”_blank”> <img alt=”” height=”479″ src=”https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5355d604e4b03c3e9896e131/03d14c1c-4a31-42c4-9a97-0e4334240202/lasering_incidents.png?format=1000w” width=”444″ /> </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 ‘Lasering Incidents’ appeared first on Security Boulevard.…
DEF CON 32 – V2GEvil: Ghost in the Wires
Authors/Presenters: Pavel Khunt & Thomas Sermpinis aka Cr0wTom 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…
Best of 2024: Cisco Vulnerability: CISA Alerts Of Smart Install Exploits
In light of recent cybercrime incidents, the United States (US) Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued an alert pertaining to a Cisco vulnerability. As per recent reports, the Cisco vulnerability prevails within the Smart Install (SMI) feature and…
Trustworthy Cloud Platforms: Ensuring Secure Access
Is Your Organization’s Trust in Cloud Technology Well-Placed? In this expanding digital landscape where businesses are heavily reliant on cloud technology, can we confidently assert that our data is safe in the cloud? Regardless of the size of your business,…
Take Control: Empowering Your Team with NHIDR Solutions
Are You Truly Harnessing the Power of NHIDR Solutions? It’s no secret that Non-Human Identities and Data Rights (NHIDR) solutions are crucial for maintaining a robust security system, particularly where cloud environments are involved. But do you fully grasp the…
Feel Reassured with Advanced Identity and Access Management
Why Should We Manage Non-Human Identities and Secrets? Imagine a bustling international airport with countless travelers moving in every direction. Now, consider these travelers as your non-human identities (NHIs), each carrying a unique passport (the Secret). The airport, in this…
LDAPNightmare: SafeBreach Labs Publishes First Proof-of-Concept Exploit for CVE-2024-49112
SafeBreach researchers developed a zero-click PoC exploit that crashes unpatched Windows Servers using the Windows Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) remote code execution vulnerability (CVE-2024-49112). The post LDAPNightmare: SafeBreach Labs Publishes First Proof-of-Concept Exploit for CVE-2024-49112 appeared first on SafeBreach.…
Combatting the Security Awareness Training Engagement Gap
Despite years of security awareness training, close to half of businesses say their employees wouldn’t know what to do if they received a phishing email. According to a US government-backed study, one of the main reasons for the lack of…
Happy New Year 2025
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Key Cyber Threats to Watch in 2025
As we look ahead to 2025, various predictions about the future of cyber threats have been circulating. To bring clarity, we leveraged Google’s notebookLLM to summarize key insights from multiple sources about what organizations should prepare for in the coming…
In Praise of Bureaucracy – A New Era of Cyber Threats
Let’s face it: most of us dislike bureaucracy. The endless forms, the rigid processes, and the perceived complexity. “Why can’t things be simpler?” we often ask, blaming bureaucratic systems for complicating everything. However, sometimes—perhaps even often—bureaucracy has its merits. It…
Stay Ahead: Integrating IAM with Your Cloud Strategy
Is Your Business Equipped with the Right Tools for IAM Integration? Today’s fast-paced business landscape necessitates an efficient integration of Identity and Access Management (IAM) with your cloud strategy. Given the rise in sophisticated cyber attacks, the need for secure…
Be Certain Your Data is Guarded with Cloud Compliance
Are You Confident in Your Data Protection Strategy? Data security has become a priority for organizations across various sectors, from finance and healthcare to travel and software development. With increased cloud adoption, managing Non-Human Identities (NHIs) and their secrets has…