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• Site-to-site VPN security benefits and potential risks

  Not every enterprise needs the functionality of a standard VPN client. A site-to-site VPN may be a better choice for some companies, but it's not without risk. Continue Reading

• Infrastructure as code's security risks and rewards

  Infrastructure as code can yield some exciting security benefits for enterprises, but they each come with drawbacks. Learn more about the most critical IaC security impacts. Continue Reading

• Zero-trust use cases highlight both its benefits and misconceptions

  For many organizations, zero trust remains an abstract security idea. Zero-trust use cases demonstrate the concept's real-world benefits but also expose its drawbacks. Continue Reading

• Cybersecurity new normal needs change in process, CISOs say

  As CISOs face an increasingly remote workforce, they need to confront past security mistakes, while adjusting to cybersecurity's new normal. Continue Reading

• How security champions can help, despite working remotely

  By effectively using collaboration tools, security champions can still spread a company's security message even as most offices stay closed and employees work remotely. Continue Reading

• What cybersecurity teams can learn from COVID-19

  Nabil Hannan examines key similarities between medical and computer viruses that cybersecurity teams can use to keep businesses protected effectively.Continue Reading

• Security team analyzes data breach costs for better metrics

  Security researchers discuss their findings on misleading and incorrect data breach cost metrics and share how breach reporting and information sharing can help all organizations.Continue Reading

• Importance of cybersecurity awareness never greater

  Security awareness is more essential than ever, but in a world of increasingly sophisticated threats, making it a reality requires more than set-it-and-forget-it training.Continue Reading

• 7 security awareness statistics to keep you up at night

  As if protecting corporate systems and data wasn't hard enough, beware of another potential foe: those well-meaning but woefully uninformed staff members.Continue Reading

• The case for cybersecurity by design in application software

  Security must be part of IT from the start and then continue through the entire product lifecycle -- design, build, release and maintenance. Consumers now demand it.Continue Reading

• The pros and cons of biometric authentication

  Hoping for a passwordless future? Multifactor authentication using biometrics may be the answer. Consider the pros, cons and implications of biometric authentication before deploying.Continue Reading

• As network security analysis proves invaluable, NDR market shifts

  IT infrastructure threat detection and response have emerged as critical elements of enterprise cybersecurity as network security analysis proves invaluable to protecting data.Continue Reading

• The importance of security, data encryption for cloud

  As more companies migrate to the cloud, they need to also invest in cybersecurity for their cloud computing, such as through better encryption and authentication tools.Continue Reading

• Cloud workload protection platform security benefits, features

  VMs and cloud environments make the task of protecting workloads more difficult than ever. Can a cloud workload protection platform help your organization solve the problem?Continue Reading

• Zero-trust framework ripe for modern security challenges

  What is zero-trust security, and why deploy it now? Analysts explain its importance in the current IT era and how to get started with evaluation and implementation.Continue Reading

• Post-pandemic cybersecurity: Lessons learned

  Pandemic lockdowns provided companies with valuable cybersecurity experience. Here's how to make sure post-pandemic cybersecurity operations are prepared for a second wave.Continue Reading

• To face modern threats, using AI for cybersecurity a necessity

  As cyberattacks grow in complexity, using AI for cybersecurity is required to stay ahead of threats. Here's how to integrate AI into security processes and avoid potential risk.Continue Reading

• How cyber warfare laws limit risk on a digital battleground

  Retired Navy cryptologist implores enterprises to build key cyber warfare laws into their infosec strategy to improve survivability on the digital battleground in his new book.Continue Reading

• The future of cyber warfare requires infosec's attention

  The future of cyber warfare places enterprise security and survivability in the crosshairs. Learn more about cyber warfare threats and capabilities and how infosec can prepare.Continue Reading

• Why COVID-19 won't stop cybersecurity jobs and recruitment

  The economy is struggling, and many careers are taking hits, but cybersecurity jobs and careers will likely stay in demand as companies need to keep data and customers safe.Continue Reading

• Privacy-preserving machine learning assuages infosec fears

  Implementing privacy-preserving machine learning controls, such as federated learning and homomorphic encryption, can address top cloud security and privacy concerns. Learn how.Continue Reading

• Istio service mesh security benefits microservices, developers

  Learn more about Istio service mesh security features and how the open source technology can enable developers to better run, control and secure a distributed microservices architecture.Continue Reading

• Unpack the use of AI in cybersecurity, plus pros and cons

  The use of AI in cybersecurity is now under renewed scrutiny as its popularity rises. Discover the pros and cons of machine learning and AI for incident response.Continue Reading

• Benefits of open source container vulnerability scanning

  Containers have revolutionized app development but pose many security challenges. Uncover how container vulnerability scanning can help and why to consider open source tools.Continue Reading

• How automating incident response benefits security programs

  Automating incident response can benefit security both in the cloud and in traditional settings. Expert Dave Shackleford explains what it can be used for and how it helps.Continue Reading

• SASE adoption accelerating as workforce goes remote

  Experts suggest enterprises should consider SASE adoption for network security as the remote workforce grows in order to reduce cost and complexity.Continue Reading

• Top 6 cloud security analytics use cases

  Security analytics use cases vary from fraud detection to threat intelligence analysis. Learn how deploying this technology in the cloud can improve enterprise infosec programs.Continue Reading

• Top 3 advantages of smart cards -- and potential disadvantages

  As smart card adoption increases, it is prudent to take a closer look at how this technology can improve data security. Here, read more about the benefits of smart cards.Continue Reading

• Is VPN split tunneling worth the security risks?

  Enabling VPN split tunneling may increase speed and decrease bandwidth use and costs, but it also increases the number of security vulnerabilities faced.Continue Reading

• Risk & Repeat: When will mobile voting be ready?

  This week's Risk & Repeat podcast examines the rise of mobile voting apps and how security experts have expressed concerns about the risks deploying the technology for elections.Continue Reading

• CCSK cert guide author's insights into cloud security credential

  The author of a Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge exam guide offers insights into certifications, top considerations for those pursuing the CCSK and more.Continue Reading

• Comparing single cloud vs. multi-cloud security challenges

  A multi-cloud environment is not inherently more secure than a single cloud. Learn how to choose between single cloud vs. multi-cloud for your organization from a security perspective.Continue Reading

• Compare the top cloud-based IoT security platforms to protect devices

  IoT security tools can protect widely used computing devices that pose cybersecurity risks in the current remote work era. Explore the leading cloud-based options here.Continue Reading

• How data loss prevention strategies benefit from UBA

  Data loss prevention strategies require unique insight into user activity. Can user behavior analytics capabilities benefit threat management and breach detection?Continue Reading

• How can security benefit from cyberthreat intelligence?

  Cyberthreat intelligence is essential to understand common external-facing risks. Learn how to find the right threat intelligence feed and how the data can benefit cybersecurity.Continue Reading

• Why developers need to know the Spring Security framework

  The Spring Security framework is a reliable way for Java developers to secure applications. However, proper implementation is critical to prevent the most common vulnerabilities.Continue Reading

• Utilize SMB security tools to work from home safely

  With the global pandemic forcing enterprise workers home, SMB security tools can provide necessary protection for newly built home offices in order to keep business moving.Continue Reading

• Bot management drives ethical data use, curbs image scraping

  Bot management tools can help enterprises combat bad bots, prevent web and image scraping, and ensure ethical data use -- all while maintaining a positive end-user experience.Continue Reading

• AI pen testing promises, delivers both speed and accuracy

  AI is making many essential cybersecurity tasks more effective and efficient. AI-enabled penetration testing, or BAS, technologies are a case in point.Continue Reading

• SASE identity policies enhance security and access control

  Will the Secure Access Service Edge model be the next big thing in network security? Learn how SASE's expanded definition of identity is fundamental to this emerging access model.Continue Reading

• 4 essential AI-enabled security concerns for buyers and vendors

  Experts offer four concerns for enterprises and vendors to discuss in order to deploy and run AI-based cybersecurity tools.Continue Reading

• Will nonprofit's evolution of zero trust secure consumer data?

  An Australian nonprofit aims to deliver an improved security protocol through what it calls a 'true zero-trust custody layer.' Will the protocol improve consumer data protection?Continue Reading

• AI Security Alliance urges clarity for buying AI security tools

  Vendors and customers must be aware of potential gaps between expectations and reality in the sale or purchase of AI cybersecurity products, an AI security expert advises.Continue Reading

• Explore 7 data loss prevention tools for utmost security

  Explore how DLP products secure enterprise data and these seven specialized vendors that provide protection through varying installation, platforms and features.Continue Reading

• Analyzing the top 2019 data breach disclosures: Hindsight in 2020

  Make 2020 the year your company keep its resolution to avoid a data breach. Experts offer lessons learned from the top 2019 data breaches to help stay secure in the year ahead.Continue Reading

• The future of facial recognition after the Clearview AI data breach

  The company that controversially scrapes data from social media sites for law enforcement clients announced a data breach. What does it mean for the future of facial recognition?Continue Reading

• 5G network slicing security benefits IoT, mobile

  The fifth generation of mobile cellular technology offers a unique benefit its predecessors don't: network slicing. Learn more about these virtual slices and their security benefits.Continue Reading

• Cyberinsurance coverage reflects a changing threat landscape

  A constant deluge of data breach disclosures has prompted an increase in cybersecurity insurance coverage adoption. Learn how a policy can enhance an enterprise risk management program.Continue Reading

• Good cybersecurity thesis topics for a master's degree

  Writing a master's thesis? A strong topic positions you for academic and professional success, while a weak one promises to make an already intensive process arduous at best.Continue Reading

• Who wins the security vs. privacy debate in the age of AI?

  When trying to maintain balance between security and privacy in an AI-enabled world, who decides which side should tip and when? So continues the security vs. privacy debate.Continue Reading

• Fighting PCI non-compliance could require new frameworks, zero trust

  Falling PCI DSS compliance rates could force the PCI Security Standards Council to be more open to other regulatory frameworks and make enterprises aim higher in terms of data security. Could zero trust be part of the solution?Continue Reading

• Benefits of cloud data discovery tools and services multiply

  With multi-cloud and privacy regulations becoming the new normal, infosec teams need data discovery tools and services to keep up. Learn more about available cloud options.Continue Reading

• Risk & Repeat: More McAfee executives depart

  This week's Risk & Repeat podcast discusses the revelation that more executives have left McAfee amid the unexpected departure of longtime CEO Chris Young last month.Continue Reading

• Risk & Repeat: 2019 data breaches in review

  This week's Risk & Repeat podcast looks at some of the biggest data breach disclosures from the second half of 2019 and discusses the trends around these incidents.Continue Reading

• 2 components of detection and threat intelligence platforms

  Deploying threat detection and intelligence platforms is one of the smartest ways to protect your organization's valuable assets. Make sure you know how to choose the best tool.Continue Reading

• Cisco CISO says today's enterprise must take chances

  Cisco CISO Steve Martino talks about taking chances, threats, how the security leader's role is changing and what really works when it comes to keeping the company secure.Continue Reading

• Can IDaaS adoption improve enterprise security posture?

  Experts suggest enterprises consider identity as a service as organizations' data management needs grow and access management becomes more complex.Continue Reading

• Compare container security companies for the best protection

  Securing containers can be a challenge when faced with buying the right platform. Discover these container security companies and their capabilities in this graphic.Continue Reading

• Lyft's open source asset tracking tool simplifies security

  Security teams need information and context about data in order to keep it safe. Learn how Cartography, Lyft's open source asset tracking tool, creates highly comprehensive maps.Continue Reading

• Top 10 cybersecurity predictions: 2020 edition

  When it comes to cybersecurity predictions, in many ways, 2020 is a continuation of the present. Emerging trends include nation-state activity, IoT infrastructure attacks and more.Continue Reading

• AI and machine learning in cybersecurity: Trends to watch

  AI and machine learning in cybersecurity are not so much useful to security teams today as they are necessary. Examine cybersecurity automation trends and benefits.Continue Reading

• Editor's picks: Most pressing cybersecurity stories in 2019

  As the year comes to an end, SearchSecurity takes a bird's-eye view of the sophisticated cyberthreat landscape and how it has changed over the past 12 months.Continue Reading

• Host IDS vs. network IDS: Which is better?

  Compare host IDS vs. network IDS through the pros and cons of each, and learn how more modern systems may be better suited to ensure effective enterprise security.Continue Reading

• Google expands multiple Chrome password protection features

  Chrome's updated, built-in protections are intended to help users protect their passwords and data against malware, data breaches and phishing sites, according to the company.Continue Reading

• Role of AI in cybersecurity and 6 possible product options

  Cyberthreats loom large in this modern IT environment. Explore the six most common roles of AI in cybersecurity and the products synthesizing them.Continue Reading

• As cybersecurity insurance coverage becomes common, buyer beware

  Cybersecurity insurance coverage can certainly have its benefits after a breach, but companies must consider a variety of unique business factors before choosing a policy.Continue Reading

• The top 3 use cases for AI endpoint security tools

  Endpoint attack surfaces are growing, and cybersecurity pros struggle to keep up. Consider the following use cases for AI endpoint security techniques in the enterprise.Continue Reading

• Designing the future of cyber threat intelligence sharing

  Attendees at the ACSC conference strategized about what ideal threat intelligence sharing looks like. Learn more about the future of collaborative cyberdefense.Continue Reading

• Boost network security visibility with these 4 technologies

  The network is where it's at if you want to stop malicious actors. But first you need to up your network visibility. Learn about four technologies that can help.Continue Reading

• Network visibility and monitoring tools now amp up security

  Three technology trends are currently making network visibility even more central to security tools. Learn more about the impact of big data, AI and APIs.Continue Reading

• Benefits of using Azure Security Center for security assessments

  Author Yuri Diogenes discusses how Azure Security Center helps admins achieve full cloud visibility, conduct security assessments and prevent potential breaches.Continue Reading

• How container adoption affects container security

  Scalability and efficiency make container adoption an attractive option for enterprises today. Learn how containerization has evolved and grown since the release of Docker 1.0 five years ago.Continue Reading

• How the future of data privacy regulation is spurring change

  Some companies have taken steps to improve data governance in anticipation of data privacy rules. Experts discuss the challenges of compliance in a shifting regulatory landscape.Continue Reading

• 5 cloud storage privacy questions to ask potential providers

  Data confidentiality in cloud computing is a major enterprise concern, yet providers are often lacking in their details. Here are the questions to ask before adopting a service.Continue Reading

• On a penetration tester career path, flexibility and curiosity are key

  Becoming a pen tester takes more than passing an exam. Learn the qualities ethical hackers should embrace to achieve success on their penetration tester career path.Continue Reading

• Is a cybersecurity insurance policy a worthy investment?

  Variables such as third-party business partners create unique cyberthreats for organizations. Find out when a cybersecurity insurance policy is a wise investment to prevent risk.Continue Reading

• How should I choose a cybersecurity insurance provider?

  To vet potential cybersecurity insurance providers, there are a few questions every customer should ask. Learn more about the questions to ask and how to get the answers you need.Continue Reading

• Essential instruments for a pen test toolkit

  Does your penetration testing toolkit have the proper contents? Learn the must-have tool for any pen tester, as well as specific tools for wireless, network and web app pen testing.Continue Reading

• Defining and evaluating SOC as a service

  As cloud use increases, many enterprises outsource some security operations center functions. Evaluate if SOCaaS is the best model for your enterprise.Continue Reading

• Choosing between an SSL/TLS VPN vs. IPsec VPN

  Infosec pros need to know the ins and outs of SSL/TLS VPNs vs. IPsec VPNs to better understand which product's features will fulfill the needs of their organization. Get help comparing here.Continue Reading

• How security teams benefit from traffic mirroring in the cloud

  Enterprises with the resources to deploy traffic mirroring are gaining security benefits. Frank Siemons explains how traffic mirroring has adapted to new and evolving cyber-risks.Continue Reading

• Should I invest in attack simulation tools?

  Attack simulation tools -- along with third-party penetration testing -- can help improve an organization's enterprise security. Find out why.Continue Reading

• Do network layer and application layer DDoS attacks differ?

  Network layer and application layer DDoS attacks are significant threats. Learn about the differences between them and what you can do to reduce their effects.Continue Reading

• How software-defined perimeter authentication ups security

  Find out how the emerging software-defined perimeter model increases security by its design and how it can serve as a building block to zero-trust security.Continue Reading

• Designing IoT security: Experts warn against cutting corners

  Security, though costly, is essential for IoT devices; a single breach can destroy a company's reputation. IoT security by design can avoid devastating incidents.Continue Reading

• Gigamon launches platform to improve application visibility

  Application Metadata Intelligence identifies network performance, application performance, operational technology communications and security and threat detection.Continue Reading

• Why CASB tools are crucial to your cloud security

  CASB tools have gained traction as cloud security becomes more important. Among other features, a cloud security access broker helps companies pinpoint shadow IT.Continue Reading

• Browse the best email security products for your enterprise

  Finding the best email security product is vital to protect companies from cyberattacks. Here's a look at the current market leaders.Continue Reading

• Complexity requires new cloud-based patch management strategies

  Patch management for cloud creates new challenges than traditional in-house programs. Expert Dave Shackleford presents patch management best practices for providers and consumers alike.Continue Reading

• The difference between zero-day vulnerability and zero-day exploit

  A zero-day vulnerability isn't the same as a zero-day exploit. Learn the difference between these two zero-day terms, as well as why they should be high priority on any CISO's patching list.Continue Reading

• DevOps security checklist requires proper integration

  There are a lot of moving parts to adding security into a DevOps environment. Using application testing DevOps security tools are key to the equation.Continue Reading

• How to identify and evaluate cybersecurity frameworks

  Not all frameworks for cybersecurity are equal. ESG's Jon Oltsik explains what attributes make a cybersecurity framework and how to go about choosing and using one.Continue Reading

• 4 necessary steps to evaluate public cloud security

  The Capital One hack raised questions about public cloud security. Take these four steps to ensure your data is protected.Continue Reading

• 5 email security appliance comparison criteria to consider

  Identifying the best email security appliance on the market can be hard. This article discusses the criteria to consider when choosing one for your organization.Continue Reading

• Why is third-party risk management essential to cybersecurity?

  Attackers know third parties hold many of the keys to the enterprise network, so third-party risk management is crucial for security professionals.Continue Reading

• What secure email gateways can do for your enterprise

  Discover email security gateways in this buyer's guide that outlines architecture, cost and uses of email security products.Continue Reading

• Digital transformation redefines cybersecurity skills, careers

  The move toward digital business processes has forced companies to reconsider how they find cybersecurity talent, but finding the right skills may be easier than CISOs think.Continue Reading

• How to pass the CISSP exam on your first try: Tips to get a good score

  Want to become a CISSP? Here's everything you need to know, such as how difficult the exam is, tips for studying, what's needed to obtain a passing score and more.Continue Reading

• SD-WAN security benefits go beyond the obvious

  SD-WAN does more than extend corporate networks. Key SD-WAN security benefits that capitalize on the technique's architecture could change the face of SD-WAN in the enterprise.Continue Reading

• What are the pros and cons of outsourcing IT security?

  Companies are facing increased costs when maintaining an internal security group. Outsourcing IT security has its advantages, but there are some challenges to keep in mind.Continue Reading