Risk management
A successful risk management plan helps enterprises identify, plan for and mitigate potential risks. Learn about the components of risk management programs, including penetration tests, vulnerability and risk assessments, frameworks, security awareness training and more.
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17 Apr 2025
Building mobile security awareness training for end users
Do concerns of malware, social engineering and unpatched software on employee mobile devices have you up at night? One good place to start is mobile security awareness training. Continue Reading
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17 Apr 2025
Tips to find cyber insurance coverage in 2025
Most businesses have a form of cyber insurance, either through cyber liability and data breach endorsements in traditional business policies or through standalone cyber policies. Continue Reading
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14 Sep 2022
How to connect cyber-risk and climate risk strategies
Every business faces two global systemic risks: cybersecurity and climate change. Learn how to integrate these two areas of risk management for greater business resilience. Continue Reading
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Definition
08 Sep 2022
data integrity
Data integrity is the assurance that digital information is uncorrupted and can only be accessed or modified by those authorized to do so. Continue Reading
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News
01 Sep 2022
Researcher unveils smart lock hack for fingerprint theft
An academic researcher demonstrated how IoT smart locks could become tools for attackers to covertly steal fingerprints and potentially access more sensitive personal data. Continue Reading
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Tip
01 Sep 2022
Cybersecurity budget breakdown and best practices
Once budget is secured, CISOs must figure out where it should be allocated -- as well as how to justify the costs. Get the lowdown on a cybersecurity budget breakdown here. Continue Reading
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22 Aug 2022
Why security chaos engineering works, and how to do it right
While 'chaos' doesn't sound like something software security managers would want, chaos engineering has an enticing amount of value when it comes to identifying potential threats. Continue Reading
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18 Aug 2022
5 reasons to integrate ESG and cybersecurity
Every business faces global systemic risks, yet most have failed to integrate cybersecurity with ESG programs. Here are five reasons why integration makes good business sense. Continue Reading
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News
18 Aug 2022
Russian cyber attacks on Ukraine driven by government groups
Researchers with Trustwave say the cyber attacks against Ukraine are not the work of enlisted private hacking groups but Russian government intelligence agencies. Continue Reading
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Tip
17 Aug 2022
How to create a threat profile, with template
Read five key steps on how to create a threat profile, and get started making them customized to your organization with our free template. Continue Reading
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16 Aug 2022
How to ensure a secure metaverse in your organization
Before deploying your company's metaverse, follow these practices -- including inventorying vulnerabilities and developing T&Cs -- to proactively address metaverse security issues. Continue Reading
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News
16 Aug 2022
For cyber insurance, some technology leads to higher premiums
Though cyber insurance demand is exceeding supply and companies might receive less coverage with higher premiums, experts say there are ways enterprises can reduce risk. Continue Reading
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News
16 Aug 2022
Zero Day Initiative seeing an increase in failed patches
In a Q&A with TechTarget Editorial, Trend Micro Zero Day Initiative's Brian Gorenc and Dustin Childs discuss incomplete patches and the value of personal researcher relations. Continue Reading
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News
11 Aug 2022
Researchers reveal Kubernetes security holes, prevention
Researchers with Palo Alto Networks took the stage at Black Hat to explain how configurations and system privileges in Kubernetes clusters can allow container escape and takeover. Continue Reading
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News
11 Aug 2022
Zero Day Initiative launches new bug disclosure timelines
The Trend Micro Zero Day Initiative's vulnerability disclosure policy will now mandate shorter disclosure windows for flaws believed to result from bypassed security patches. Continue Reading
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News
10 Aug 2022
Chris Krebs: It's still too hard to work with the government
Former CISA Director Chris Krebs offered multiple areas of improvement to the U.S. government's cyber readiness during a Black Hat 2022 keynote. Continue Reading
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News
09 Aug 2022
IT pros weigh COVID-19 risks, safety at tech conferences
Companies preparing to send employees to tech conferences should have a COVID-19 safety plan and prepare for the possibility that some workers will bring the virus back to the office. Continue Reading
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05 Aug 2022
5 data security challenges enterprises face today
Data empowers enterprises to succeed. But with great power comes great responsibility -- to keep that data secure. Here are five challenges today's businesses must meet. Continue Reading
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05 Aug 2022
Cybersecurity lessons learned from COVID-19 pandemic
Cybersecurity lessons companies learn from the COVID-19 pandemic include having work-from-home preparations and developing disaster recovery and business continuity plans. Continue Reading
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Tip
02 Aug 2022
Data masking vs. data encryption: How do they differ?
Discover how the data security techniques of data masking and data encryption compare, while also learning about different types of both and their use cases. Continue Reading
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29 Jul 2022
SSH key management best practices and implementation tips
SSH connects key systems and the people and processes necessary to keep them functioning. Learn how to use SSH key management best practices to protect your systems and network. Continue Reading
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Definition
22 Jul 2022
insider threat
An insider threat is a category of risk posed by those who have access to an organization's physical or digital assets. Continue Reading
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Feature
20 Jul 2022
VMDR: Inside vulnerability management, detection and response
VMDR offers automated asset identification, threat prioritization and patch management. But do companies need another vulnerability management tool? Continue Reading
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News
13 Jul 2022
Supreme Court justices doxxed on dark web
Five conservative Supreme Court justices were reportedly doxxed by threat actors that claim to have obtained credit card numbers, addresses and other information. Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Jul 2022
Top 7 types of data security technology
These seven types of data security technologies -- from encryption to masking -- will better protect customer and enterprise data from inappropriate and unauthorized access and use. Continue Reading
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News
07 Jul 2022
Early detection crucial in stopping BEC scams
Cofense Intelligence studied hundreds of business email compromise attacks and found that most scams attempt to establish trust with targeted employees over multiple emails. Continue Reading
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News
30 Jun 2022
SANS Institute: Human error remains the top security issue
The SANS Institute's annual report on security awareness found that human risk is still the biggest source of data breaches and security issues for enterprises. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Jun 2022
A guide to MSP patch management best practices
As software patch management challenges mount, industry experts offer advice to MSPs on prioritizing system risk levels, selecting proper tools and testing patches internally. Continue Reading
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24 Jun 2022
Top 4 best practices to secure the SDLC
NIST's Secure Software Development Framework is a set of practices for mitigating software vulnerabilities. Learn about the top SDLC best practices included in this framework. Continue Reading
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News
22 Jun 2022
Proofpoint: Social engineering attacks slipping past users
Executives, administrators and network defenders overlook the severity of many of the most effective social engineering tools, Proofpoint cautions. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
21 Jun 2022
How to address security risks in GPS-enabled devices
GPS-enabled devices not only pose personal risks but also pose risks to organizations. Learn about the security risks associated with tracking devices and how to address them. Continue Reading
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News
20 Jun 2022
Cleveland BSides takes heat for Chris Hadnagy appearance
The Cleveland BSides security conference is experiencing turmoil after booking a 'surprise' keynote speaker who was recently barred from DEF CON for misconduct. Continue Reading
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News
17 Jun 2022
Hertzbleed disclosure raises questions for Intel
Hertzbleed, a family of new side-channel attacks, was first reported to Intel in the third quarter of 2021, and it's unclear why it was kept under embargo for so long. Continue Reading
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News
08 Jun 2022
SANS lists bad backups, cloud abuse as top cyberthreats
A panel of experts from the SANS Institute took the stage at RSA Conference 2022 to weigh in on some of the biggest threats and risks facing security teams. Continue Reading
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07 Jun 2022
Microsoft flags common pitfalls for cyber insurance
Cyber insurance is getting more expensive and tougher to acquire. At RSA Conference 2022, Microsoft's Cynthia James discussed the common mistakes made when obtaining coverage. Continue Reading
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07 Jun 2022
Ransomware Task Force calls for better incident reporting
Michael Phillips, co-chair of the Ransomware Task Force and chief claims officer at Resilience, pointed to a 'data gap' that prohibits a complete picture of the ransomware problem. Continue Reading
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07 Jun 2022
DNI Avril Haines: Cybersecurity is getting harder
During her RSA Conference 2022 keynote, the U.S. Director of National Intelligence discussed the increase in cyber threats, from nation-state attacks to commercial hacking tools. Continue Reading
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Feature
01 Jun 2022
Implementing wireless security in the enterprise
Learn how to properly secure your enterprise wireless network while considering UX, zero trust and commonly overlooked architectural mistakes. Continue Reading
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01 Jun 2022
How to design architecture for enterprise wireless security
Learn about a five-phase design methodology that will help your company plan for and create an enterprise wireless security architecture. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 May 2022
Top 4 source code security best practices
Software supply chain attacks are on the rise. Follow these source code best practices to protect both in-house and third-party code. Continue Reading
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News
26 May 2022
'Pantsdown' BMC vulnerability still present in Quanta servers
Eclypsium found that a critical security flaw first disclosed in 2019 remains exposed in many internet-facing servers, leaving networks at risk for remote code execution attacks. Continue Reading
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25 May 2022
Prepare for deepfake phishing attacks in the enterprise
Deepfake phishing has already cost at least one company $243,000. Learn how cybersecurity leaders can train users to recognize this emerging attack vector. Continue Reading
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19 May 2022
How to conduct a cyber-war gaming exercise
A successful cyber-war game can help organizations find weaknesses in their system but only if the right participants are involved and an after-action review is completed. Continue Reading
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News
17 May 2022
North Korean IT workers targeting US enterprises
North Korean nationals are looking to land jobs at U.S. and European companies to collect sensitive data that could help the reclusive government's military programs. Continue Reading
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02 May 2022
Do phishing simulations work? Sometimes
Phishing simulations are becoming increasingly popular to pinpoint which employees fall victim to scams, but their effectiveness and morality have been called into question. Continue Reading
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28 Apr 2022
Case study: Why it's difficult to attribute nation-state attacks
If two attacks look similar, don't assume they're from the same attacker. It's difficult to attribute nation-state attacks, as evidenced by the notorious 2016 Odinaff malware. Continue Reading
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28 Apr 2022
Tips for using a threat profile to prevent nation-state attacks
Is your organization concerned about state-sponsored attacks? Threat profiling can help prevent nation-state attacks. Get advice on how to create an effective threat profile. Continue Reading
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News
28 Apr 2022
Phishing attacks benefiting from shady SEO practices
Cybercriminals running phishing operations are now making use of SEO specialists that break Google's rules to get themselves placed above legitimate search results to lure victims. Continue Reading
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27 Apr 2022
How to conduct Linux privilege escalations
Learn how to conduct Linux kernel exploitation with Metasploit and manually, as well as how to identify vulnerabilities on Linux using enumeration scripts. Continue Reading
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27 Apr 2022
Why companies should focus on preventing privilege escalation
If attackers can elevate privileges once inside a system, their access can be unlimited. Discover common privilege escalation techniques and how to mitigate them. Continue Reading
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27 Apr 2022
Best practices for creating an insider threat program
A thorough insider threat program includes plan preparation, threat assessment, and plan review and renewal. Learn how to implement this three-step model to protect your company. Continue Reading
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22 Apr 2022
An introduction to binary diffing for ethical hackers
Binary diffing is a useful tool in the ethical hacker's arsenal. This excerpt teaches aspiring penetration testers and red teamers how to get started. Continue Reading
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22 Apr 2022
Unethical vulnerability disclosures 'a disgrace to our field'
The cybersecurity field needs more people who use their powers for good, the lead author of Gray Hat Hacking: The Ethical Hacker's Handbook, Sixth Edition says. Continue Reading
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21 Apr 2022
Zero-day vulnerability exploitation soaring, experts say
Researchers with Mandiant and Google Project Zero say they observed significant increases in exploitation of zero-day vulnerabilities over the past year. Continue Reading
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21 Apr 2022
7 best practices for Web3 security risk mitigation
Tech builders and businesses evaluating decentralized technologies should keep these seven Web3 security best practices in mind to help mitigate traditional and novel cyber threats. Continue Reading
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20 Apr 2022
Traditional IT vs. critical infrastructure cyber-risk assessments
When it comes to critical infrastructure cybersecurity, the stakes are uniquely high. Assessing associated cyber-risk, in turn, is uniquely challenging. Continue Reading
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News
15 Apr 2022
Corvus: Ransomware costs, ransom payments declining
Cyber insurance provider Corvus examined how the cost of ransomware attacks declined over the past year and a half and what it means for different industries moving forward. Continue Reading
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Opinion
14 Apr 2022
Making sense of conflicting third-party security assessments
Third-party security assessments from different sources may not always agree, but that doesn't mean they can be ignored. Learn how Mitre ATT&CK can provide perspective. Continue Reading
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News
12 Apr 2022
Ukraine energy grid hit by Russian Industroyer2 malware
The 2016 malware known as 'Industroyer' has resurfaced in a new series of targeted attacks against industrial controller hardware at a Ukraine power company. Continue Reading
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05 Apr 2022
German authorities behead dark web Hydra Market
Police in Germany raided facilities hosting the infamous Hydra Market site as part of an international effort to crack down on dark web forums and marketplaces. Continue Reading
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05 Apr 2022
How effective is security awareness training? Not enough
Annual security awareness trainings do little to improve security. Learn why they aren't helpful, and discover steps to improve your organization's training program. Continue Reading
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29 Mar 2022
Rapid7 finds zero-day attacks surged in 2021
Cybercriminals are turning bugs into exploits faster than ever, according to Rapid7, which found that the average time to known exploitation dropped 71% last year. Continue Reading
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29 Mar 2022
Cryptocurrency cyber attacks on the rise as industry expands
Consumers, businesses and governments are finding new ways to use cryptocurrency, but a recent string of cyber attacks has highlighted security risks and shortcomings. Continue Reading
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25 Mar 2022
6 types of insider threats and how to prevent them
From disgruntled employees to compromised users to third-party vendors, here are six types of insider threats and best practices to mitigate the issues. Continue Reading
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News
24 Mar 2022
North Korean hackers exploited Chrome zero-day for 6 weeks
Google researchers say a Chrome zero-day bug stemming from a use-after-free error was exploited by North Korean hackers against both media and financial targets earlier this year. Continue Reading
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16 Mar 2022
LokiLocker ransomware crew bursts onto the scene
The mysterious LokiLocker ransomware group caught the attention of BlackBerry researchers, who say the outfit could become the next cybercrime group to menace enterprises. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
16 Mar 2022
5 cybersecurity myths and how to address them
These myths persist due to misinformation and a lack of cybersecurity awareness. Continue Reading
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News
14 Mar 2022
Cyber insurance war exclusions loom amid Ukraine crisis
Changes in insurance exemptions for acts of war reflect an increase in damages caused to enterprises related to state-sponsored cyber attacks. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Mar 2022
How to write an information security policy, plus templates
Infosec policies are key to any enterprise security program. Read up on types of security policies and how to write one, and download free templates to start the drafting process. Continue Reading
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10 Mar 2022
Use microsegmentation to mitigate lateral attacks
Attackers will get into a company's system sooner or later. Limit their potential damage by isolating zones with microsegmentation to prevent lateral movement. Continue Reading
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09 Mar 2022
Immersive Labs: Average cyberthreat response takes 96 days
Immersive Labs' Cyber Workforce Benchmark found that some critical threats, including a zero-day vulnerability, took an average of six months to fully address. Continue Reading
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03 Mar 2022
How to stop malicious or accidental privileged insider attacks
How many permissions or privileges a user has will affect how big of an insider threat they are. Discover the issues surrounding privileged users and how to curtail these threats. Continue Reading
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Definition
02 Mar 2022
North American Electric Reliability Corporation Critical Infrastructure Protection (NERC CIP)
The North American Electric Reliability Corporation Critical Infrastructure Protection (NERC CIP) plan is a set of standards aimed at regulating, enforcing, monitoring and managing the security of the Bulk Electric System (BES) in North America. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 Feb 2022
risk assessment framework (RAF)
A risk assessment framework (RAF) is a strategy for prioritizing and sharing information about the security risks to an information technology (IT) infrastructure. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
25 Feb 2022
4 tips for selecting cybersecurity insurance
Choosing a cybersecurity insurance provider can be a daunting and complex task. Follow this advice to select the best policy -- and provider -- for your business. Continue Reading
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News
24 Feb 2022
New tech, same threats for Web 3.0
Emerging technologies are prone to old-school social engineering attacks and credential-swiping techniques, according to Cisco Talos researchers who analyzed the new platforms. Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Feb 2022
Crosswalk cloud compliance to ensure consistency
Combining a risk management framework with security policies can be tricky, but crosswalking -- especially in the cloud -- can help address inconsistencies and maintain compliance. Continue Reading
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22 Feb 2022
Top 6 critical infrastructure cyber-risks
Cyber attacks on critical infrastructure assets can cause enormous and life-threatening consequences. Discover the top cyber-risks to critical infrastructure here. Continue Reading
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News
16 Feb 2022
Trickbot has infected 140,000-plus machines since late 2020
In October 2020, Microsoft reported that more than 90% of Trickbot's infrastructure had been disabled. The threat actor bounced back and began thriving soon after. Continue Reading
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News
14 Feb 2022
CISA says 'Shields Up' as Russia-Ukraine tensions escalate
CISA said in its advisory that 'there are not currently any specific credible threats to the U.S. homeland,' but cited past Russian cyber attacks against Ukraine and others. Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Feb 2022
Pros and cons of manual vs. automated penetration testing
Automated penetration testing capabilities continue to improve, but how do they compare to manual pen testing? Get help finding which is a better fit for your organization. Continue Reading
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News
07 Feb 2022
Metaverse rollout brings new security risks, challenges
When companies and users decide to adapt the technologies of the coming metaverse, they will also expose themselves to a new class of security risks and vulnerabilities. Continue Reading
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31 Jan 2022
How to prepare for malicious insider threats
Stopping malicious insider threats is just as important as preventing external ones. Uncover what to look for and strategies to prevent insider threats before they cause damage. Continue Reading
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Feature
31 Jan 2022
Include defensive security in your cybersecurity strategy
Is your company's cybersecurity strategy comprehensive enough to protect against an expanding threat landscape? Learn how developing defensive security strategies can help. Continue Reading
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News
27 Jan 2022
Apple security update fixes zero-day vulnerability
Apple released a series of security updates for bugs that included a critical zero-day vulnerability in iOS and macOS that is being actively exploited in the wild. Continue Reading
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26 Jan 2022
New vulnerability rating framework aims to fill in CVSS gaps
The CVSS vulnerability scale doesn't always give a clear picture of the risk of a vulnerability, but experts hope the emerging standard called EPSS will provide more clarity. Continue Reading
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18 Jan 2022
4 software supply chain security best practices
The increasing complexity of software supply chains makes it difficult for companies to understand all its components. Learn how to find vulnerabilities before attackers. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
13 Jan 2022
Is ransomware as a service going out of style?
Increased government pressure has backed many ransomware gangs into a corner, in turn forcing attackers to replace the ransomware-as-a-service model with a smash-and-grab approach. Continue Reading
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Definition
29 Dec 2021
white hat hacker
A white hat hacker -- or ethical hacker -- is an individual who uses hacking skills to identify security vulnerabilities in hardware, software or networks. Continue Reading
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28 Dec 2021
Top infosec best practices, challenges and pain points
Weak infosec practices can have irrevocable consequences. Read up on infosec best practices and challenges, as well as the importance of cybersecurity controls and risk management. Continue Reading
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News
20 Dec 2021
Critical bugs could go unpatched amid Log4j concern
Many organizations are focused on finding and patching Log4Shell, but there are other vulnerabilities, including Patch Tuesday bugs, already under active exploitation. Continue Reading
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Definition
14 Dec 2021
Chernobyl virus
The Chernobyl virus is a computer virus with a potentially devastating payload that destroys all computer data when an infected file is executed. Continue Reading
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Tip
06 Dec 2021
How to get started with attack surface reduction
Attack surface reduction and management are vital to any security team's toolbox. Learn what ASR is and how it complements existing vulnerability management products. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
30 Nov 2021
Enterprise password security guidelines in a nutshell
In this concise guide to passwords, experts at Cyber Tec outline the security problems that put enterprises at risk and offer answers on how to solve them. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Nov 2021
How SBOMs for cybersecurity reduce software vulnerabilities
With SBOMs, companies will know what components constitute the software they purchase, making it easier for security teams to understand and manage vulnerabilities and risks. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Nov 2021
Elastic Stack Security tutorial: How to create detection rules
This excerpt from 'Threat Hunting with Elastic Stack' provides step-by-step instructions to create detection rules and monitor network security events data. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Nov 2021
Elastic Security app enables affordable threat hunting
New to threat hunting in cybersecurity? Consider using the open code Elastic Stack suite to gather security event data and create visualizations for decision-makers. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
23 Nov 2021
How to talk about cybersecurity risks, colloquially
The cybersecurity field is riddled with confusion and complexity. Knowing how to talk about risk and how to manage it is key to building resilience. Continue Reading
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News
19 Nov 2021
How enterprises need to prepare for 'cyberwar' conflicts
Infosec expert Tarah Wheeler said increasing international conflicts are posing new compliance and regulatory standards, but adapting the changes may be difficult for enterprises. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
15 Nov 2021
Reduce the risk of cyber attacks with frameworks, assessments
Don't rely on a compliance mandate to reduce the risk of cyber attacks or on a cyber insurer to cover an attack's aftermath. Assessments and frameworks are key to staying safe. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
10 Nov 2021
4 concepts that help balance business and security goals
The goal of enterprise security is to maintain connectivity, while remaining protected. Use these four concepts to balance business and security goals. Continue Reading
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News
08 Nov 2021
Bug bounty programs in 2021: High payouts, higher stakes
Bug bounty programs today offer high monetary rewards for researchers, but they can also suffer from communication issues, delays and inaction that may portend bigger problems. Continue Reading