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Answer
10 Mar 2017
Attack by TIFF images: What are the vulnerabilities in LibTIFF?
Attackers using crafted TIFF images can exploit flaws in the LibTIFF library to carry out remote code execution. Expert Michael Cobb explains how these vulnerabilities work. Continue Reading
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Answer
09 Nov 2011
OAuth 2.0: Pros and cons of using the federation protocol
Learn the advantages and disadvantages of using Open Authorization for Web application authentication. Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2023
U.S. federal agency hacked via 3-year-old Telerik UI flaw
A CISA advisory said multiple threat actors recently exploited a Progress Telerik UI vulnerability, first disclosed in 2019, to breach an unnamed federal civilian agency. Continue Reading
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News
15 Mar 2023
Secureworks IR team saw BEC attacks double in 2022
Vendor and incident response firm Secureworks referred to business email compromise, or BEC attacks, as 'the largest monetary threat to organizations.' Continue Reading
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Guest Post
15 Mar 2023
6 principles for building engaged security governance
Security governance isn't enough. Enter engaged security governance -- an ongoing process that aligns business strategy with security across an organization. Continue Reading
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News
15 Mar 2023
Rubrik discloses data breach, blames Fortra zero-day
The cybersecurity vendor said it is investigating a data breach after attackers exploited a zero-day vulnerability in Fortra's GoAnywhere managed file transfer software. Continue Reading
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News
15 Mar 2023
Dell launches new security offerings for data protection, MDR
Dell's new and expansive services focus on top security challenges enterprises face, such as data protection, ransomware recovery and supply chain threats. Continue Reading
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Feature
15 Mar 2023
Top 30 incident response interview questions
Job interviews are nerve-wracking, but preparation can help minimize jitters and position you to land the role. Get started with these incident response interview questions. Continue Reading
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Podcast
15 Mar 2023
Hacker claims exposed database led to DC Health Link breach
This Risk & Repeat podcast episode covers the breach of health insurance exchange DC Health Link, as well as a hacker's claim that the breach was caused by an exposed database. Continue Reading
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News
14 Mar 2023
Magniber ransomware actors exploiting Microsoft zero day
Magniber ransomware actors discovered a way to bypass Microsoft's remediation for a previous SmartScreen vulnerability to attack enterprises, according to Google researchers. Continue Reading
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News
13 Mar 2023
DC Health Link confirms breach, but questions remain
While DC Health Link confirmed the breach, it is unknown how threat actors obtained the personal health data of more than 56,000 customers, including members of Congress. Continue Reading
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Feature
13 Mar 2023
How to apply and edit Wireshark display filters
Wireshark display filters enable users to narrow the scope of a network traffic scan. Use this tutorial to apply and edit display filters to make detailed network sniffing easier. Continue Reading
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Feature
13 Mar 2023
Customize workflows with Wireshark profiles
Wireshark has a variety of uses, which is why creating multiple personalized Wireshark profiles is important. Learn about Wireshark profiles, how to share them and more. Continue Reading
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Tip
13 Mar 2023
Is cybersecurity recession-proof?
No field is totally immune to economic downturns, but flexible, practical and prepared cybersecurity professionals should be able to weather any upcoming storms. Continue Reading
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News
09 Mar 2023
Is ransomware declining? Not so fast, experts say
While some 2022 ransomware statistics indicate a possible 'decline' in activity, threat researchers warn there's more to the picture than the numbers suggest. Continue Reading
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News
09 Mar 2023
IceFire ransomware targets Linux, exploits IBM vulnerability
IceFire ransomware actors have shifted their attention to Linux servers and are actively exploiting a known vulnerability in IBM's Aspera Faspex file sharing software. Continue Reading
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Opinion
09 Mar 2023
Why enterprise SecOps strategies must include XDR and MDR
Adopting extended detection and response and employing managed detection and response services may be the missing pieces of the SOC modernization puzzle. Continue Reading
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News
09 Mar 2023
VulnCheck: CISA's KEV missing 42 vulnerabilities from 2022
VulnCheck said CISA's Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog 'cannot be treated as the authoritative catalog of exploited vulnerabilities' in its current state. Continue Reading
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News
09 Mar 2023
Flashpoint: Threat vectors converging, increasing damage
The threat intelligence vendor warned that threat actors are increasingly combining known vulnerabilities, stolen credentials and exposed data to wreak maximum damage. Continue Reading
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Opinion
07 Mar 2023
Research examines security operations proficiency issues
Instead of looking at where security operations teams excel, Enterprise Strategy Group asked security pros where teams are least proficient. Learn where and how to fix it. Continue Reading
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Podcast
07 Mar 2023
Biden administration raises software liability questions
This Risk & Repeat podcast episode discusses the White House's National Cybersecurity Strategy and its proposal to hold technology companies liable for insecure software. Continue Reading
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News
07 Mar 2023
Vishing attacks increasing, but AI's role still unclear
The volume of vishing attacks continues to rise. But threat researchers say it's difficult to attribute such threats to artificial intelligence tools and deepfake technology. Continue Reading
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News
06 Mar 2023
Police raids target 'core' DoppelPaymer ransomware members
A coordinated law enforcement effort last week resulted in raids and arrest warrants against 'core members' of the infamous DoppelPaymer ransomware group. Continue Reading
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Tip
06 Mar 2023
How to create an incident response playbook
Working from an incident response playbook can speed organizations' responses to cyber attacks. Find out how to build repeatable playbooks to use for different types of incidents. Continue Reading
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Tip
03 Mar 2023
13 incident response best practices for your organization
An incident response program ensures security events are addressed quickly and effectively as soon as they occur. These best practices can help get your organization on track fast. Continue Reading
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News
02 Mar 2023
New National Cybersecurity Strategy takes aim at ransomware
The Biden-Harris administration's 39-page National Cybersecurity Strategy covers multiple areas, including disrupting ransomware operations and addressing vulnerable software. Continue Reading
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News
02 Mar 2023
Ransomware attacks ravaged big names in February
While ransomware incidents appear to be decreasing, several high-profile organizations, including Dole, Dish Network and the U.S. Marshals Service, suffered notable attacks. Continue Reading
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Opinion
02 Mar 2023
Accurately assessing the success of zero-trust initiatives
Zero-trust preparation can be difficult. Measuring how well the model provides security and business benefits after implementation is even more difficult. Continue Reading
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News
28 Feb 2023
Rapid7: Attackers exploiting vulnerabilities 'faster than ever'
Rapid7's 2022 Vulnerability Intelligence Report analyzed how attackers' increasing speed in deploying exploits affected an onset of widespread threats in 2022. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Feb 2023
Top benefits of SOAR tools, plus potential pitfalls to consider
To ensure successful adoption, IT leaders need to understand the benefits of SOAR tools, as well as potential disadvantages. Explore pros, cons and how to measure SOAR success. Continue Reading
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News
28 Feb 2023
LastPass breach tied to hack of engineer's home computer
LastPass said a threat actor hacked an employee's home computer to access a corporate password vault and steal decryption keys for its product backups and cloud storage resources. Continue Reading
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News
28 Feb 2023
Bitdefender releases decryptor for MortalKombat ransomware
MortalKombat ransomware was first spotted in January, but Bitdefender has already cracked the new variant and released a free decryptor to help victims recover data. Continue Reading
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News
28 Feb 2023
U.S. Marshals Service suffers ransomware attack, data breach
Ransomware actors breached the U.S. Marshals Service earlier this month and stole sensitive information pertaining to agency investigations, though many questions remain. Continue Reading
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News
28 Feb 2023
CrowdStrike: Threat actors shifting away from ransomware
CrowdStrike's '2023 Global Threat Report' showed a 20% increase in the number of threat actors using data theft and extortion tactics without deploying actual ransomware. Continue Reading
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Tip
27 Feb 2023
Building an incident response framework for your enterprise
Understanding incident response framework standards and how to build the best framework for your organization is essential to prevent threats and mitigate cyber incidents. Continue Reading
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Tip
27 Feb 2023
Top 6 SOAR use cases to implement in enterprise SOCs
Automating basic SOC workflows with SOAR can improve an organization's security posture. Explore six SOAR use cases to streamline SOC processes and augment human analysts. Continue Reading
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Feature
27 Feb 2023
How to create a CSIRT: 10 best practices
The time to organize and train a CSIRT is long before a security incident occurs. Certain steps should be followed to create an effective, cross-functional team. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Feb 2023
Cloud incident response: Frameworks and best practices
Cloud incident response, like it sounds, involves responding to incidents in the cloud. But there are nuances to be aware of and unique best practices to follow. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Feb 2023
Centralized vs. decentralized identity management explained
With decentralized identity, organizations can worry less about data security and privacy, while users get more control over their information. But it's not without challenges. Continue Reading
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Feature
24 Feb 2023
Top incident response service providers, vendors and software
Get help deciding between using in-house incident response software or outsourcing to an incident response service provider, and review a list of leading vendor options. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Feb 2023
Incident management vs. incident response explained
While even many seasoned cybersecurity leaders use the terms 'incident management' and 'incident response' interchangeably, they aren't technically synonymous. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
23 Feb 2023
Web3 blockchain enables users to take control of identity
A centralized identity model creates security and privacy risks. Decentralized identity through Web3 could mitigate these risks, but companies must adapt to keep pace. Continue Reading
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Feature
23 Feb 2023
Inside the PEIR purple teaming model
Want to try purple team exercises but aren't sure how to do so? Try the 'Prepare, Execute, Identify and Remediate' purple teaming model. Continue Reading
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Feature
23 Feb 2023
Understanding purple teaming benefits and challenges
Blue teams and red teams are coming together to form purple teams to improve their organization's security posture. What does this mean for the rivals? And how does it work? Continue Reading
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Feature
23 Feb 2023
Top incident response tools: How to choose and use them
The OODA loop can help organizations throughout the incident response process, giving insight into which tools are needed to detect and respond to security events. Continue Reading
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Tip
22 Feb 2023
How to conduct incident response tabletop exercises
Have an incident response plan but aren't running incident response tabletop exercises? These simulations are key to knowing if your plan will work during an actual security event. Continue Reading
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News
22 Feb 2023
Exploitation attempts observed against Fortinet FortiNAC flaw
Hours after Horizon3.ai released a proof of concept exploit through GitHub, Shadowserver Foundation observed several IP addresses attempting to exploit the vulnerability. Continue Reading
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News
22 Feb 2023
How hackers can abuse ChatGPT to create malware
ChatGPT's capabilities for producing software code are limited. But researchers have observed cybercriminals bypassing the chatbot's safeguards to produce malicious content. Continue Reading
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News
22 Feb 2023
IBM: Ransomware defenders showing signs of improvement
According to IBM X-Force's Threat Intelligence Index report, a smaller percentage of threat actors executed a ransomware attack after gaining access in 2022 than in 2021. Continue Reading
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News
21 Feb 2023
GoDaddy's response to 'multi-year' breach criticized
GoDaddy took nearly three months to disclose that attackers breached the company in a multi-year campaign, and customers are still in the dark about the details of the attack. Continue Reading
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News
16 Feb 2023
Google: Russia continues to set cyber sights on NATO nations
A new report from Google's Threat Analysis Group shed light on Russia's efforts to conduct malicious cyber campaigns not only against Ukraine but also NATO nations too. Continue Reading
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News
16 Feb 2023
Ransomware actors increasingly weaponizing old vulnerabilities
A new report from Cyber Security Works shows that 76% of all ransomware-associated vulnerabilities tracked in 2022 were old flaws initially discovered between 2010 and 2019. Continue Reading
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Feature
16 Feb 2023
No relief in sight for ransomware attacks on hospitals
Despite being off limits for some hackers, hospitals continue to be lucrative targets for ransomware groups because of their valuable data and higher rate of paying ransoms. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Feb 2023
Web 3.0 security risks: What you need to know
Elements of the third version of the web are coming to fruition. But Web 3.0 also comes with new cybersecurity, financial and privacy threats besides the familiar risks of Web 2.0. Continue Reading
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News
15 Feb 2023
Cisco Talos spots new MortalKombat ransomware attacks
Researchers discovered the threat campaign is also using a new GO version of malware called Laplas Clipper to steal cryptocurrency from individuals and businesses in the U.S. Continue Reading
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Podcast
15 Feb 2023
ESXiArgs attack vector unclear as infections continue
This Risk & Repeat podcast episode discusses the recent developments involving ESXiArgs, the ransomware variant that has been infecting vulnerable VMware ESXi servers this month. Continue Reading
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Tip
15 Feb 2023
Incident response automation: What it is and how it works
Many of today's security operations teams are understaffed and overwhelmed. Learn how incident response automation can help them work smarter, instead of harder. Continue Reading
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Opinion
14 Feb 2023
Top takeaways from first CloudNativeSecurityCon
TechTarget's Enterprise Strategy Group offers the main takeaways from the first vendor-neutral, practitioner-driven conference for security. Continue Reading
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Answer
14 Feb 2023
SOAR vs. SIEM: What's the difference?
When it comes to the SOAR vs. SIEM debate, it's important to understand their fundamental differences to get the most benefit from your security data. Continue Reading
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News
14 Feb 2023
Dragos: ICS/OT ransomware attacks up 87%
Ransomware attacks against industrial organizations remains a growing problem, according to ICS/OT vendor Dragos' new 'Year in Review 2022' report. Continue Reading
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News
13 Feb 2023
Namecheap email system hacked, used for phishing campaign
While the domain registrar said it was not breached directly, it did confirm its third-party email system was compromised Sunday and warned customers not to open any unauthorized emails. Continue Reading
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Feature
13 Feb 2023
How to become an incident responder: Requirements and more
Incident response is a growth field that provides career growth options and a good salary. Here's an in-depth look at job requirements, salaries and available certifications. Continue Reading
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News
10 Feb 2023
New ESXi ransomware strain spreads, foils decryption tools
Since the onset of the widespread attacks last week, the ESXiArgs ransomware strain appears to have undergone updates that make it harder for enterprises to recover data. Continue Reading
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News
09 Feb 2023
U.S., U.K. hit TrickBot cybercrime gang with sanctions
TrickBot malware has caused considerable damage to U.S. organizations, particularly in the healthcare industry, and was used in Conti and Ryuk ransomware attacks. Continue Reading
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News
09 Feb 2023
Hypervisor patching struggles exacerbate ESXiArgs attacks
Ransomware hit a high number of unpatched VMware ESXi servers by exploiting two- and three-year-old flaws, which has put hypervisor patching difficulties in the spotlight. Continue Reading
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News
09 Feb 2023
Thousands of victims apparently hit by ESXiArgs ransomware
A joint security advisory from CISA and the FBI said the ESXiArgs ransomware campaign has claimed over 3,800 servers globally since attacks first emerged last week. Continue Reading
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News
08 Feb 2023
CISA battles ESXiArgs ransomware campaign with recovery tool
The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency published a decryptor script intended to assist VMware customers affected by ESXiArgs ransomware. Continue Reading
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Opinion
08 Feb 2023
DevSecOps needs to improve to grow adoption rates, maturity
Organizations are adding security processes and oversight to DevOps, but there's still work ahead to truly marry cybersecurity with DevOps and create a functioning DevSecOps. Continue Reading
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Podcast
08 Feb 2023
ESXiArgs ransomware campaign raises concerns, questions
This Risk & Repeat podcast looks at the widespread ESXiArgs ransomware attacks and the questions they've raised about the threat landscape, vulnerability patching and more. Continue Reading
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Tip
08 Feb 2023
Incident response: How to implement a communication plan
Communication is critical to an effective incident response plan. Here are five best practices organizations can use to gather and share information. Continue Reading
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Feature
07 Feb 2023
Top 10 types of information security threats for IT teams
Common security threats range from insider threats to advanced persistent threats, and they can bring an organization to its knees unless its in-house security team is aware of them and ready to respond. Continue Reading
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Tip
07 Feb 2023
CERT vs. CSIRT vs. SOC: What's the difference?
What's in a name? Parse the true differences between a CERT, a CSIRT, a CIRT and a SOC, before you decide what's best for your organization. Continue Reading
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Feature
07 Feb 2023
10 types of security incidents and how to handle them
Cyberattacks are more varied than ever. Learn the key symptoms that signal a problem and how to respond to keep systems and data safe. Continue Reading
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News
06 Feb 2023
Vastaamo hacking suspect arrested in France
The suspect in the infamous cyber attack, Julius Kivimäki, is a 25-year-old Finnish man who was arrested after being remanded in absentia in October 2022. Continue Reading
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Opinion
06 Feb 2023
6 data security predictions for 2023
New tools are proliferating to secure data wherever it lives. Six data security trends -- ranging from AI washing to new data security platforms -- are in the forefront for 2023. Continue Reading
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News
06 Feb 2023
Widespread ransomware campaign targets VMware ESXi servers
he attacks exploited a two-year-old heap overflow vulnerability in VMware ESXi. Many questions remain about the scope of the campaign and the threat actor behind it. Continue Reading
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Feature
06 Feb 2023
How to fix the top 5 cybersecurity vulnerabilities
Check out how to fix the top five cybersecurity vulnerabilities to prevent data loss whether the problem is poor endpoint security, ineffective network monitoring or other issues. Continue Reading
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Opinion
03 Feb 2023
4 identity predictions for 2023
Identity's place in the attack chain is driving the shift of identity responsibility from IT operations to security to look into passwordless, digital IDs, platforms and more. Continue Reading
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Feature
03 Feb 2023
How to build an incident response plan, with examples, template
With cyber threats and security incidents growing by the day, every organization needs a solid incident response plan. Learn how to create one for your company. Continue Reading
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Opinion
02 Feb 2023
Understanding the importance of data encryption
Encryption is a foundational element of cybersecurity. Organizations should implement encryption to counter the ever-growing threat of data breaches. Continue Reading
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News
02 Feb 2023
Threat activity increasing around Fortinet VPN vulnerability
Following public disclosure of the critical VPN flaw in December, multiple reports show threat actors are exploiting it to target high-profile organizations. Continue Reading
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News
02 Feb 2023
HeadCrab malware targets Redis to mine cryptocurrency
Aqua Security said the HeadCrab botnet has taken control of at least 1,200 servers via internet-facing instances of the opensource DBMS Redis and is using them for cryptomining. Continue Reading
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News
02 Feb 2023
Ransomware attacks on public sector persist in January
Many of the attacks disclosed or reported in January occurred against the public sector, including multiple school districts that were hit within days of one another. Continue Reading
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Tip
01 Feb 2023
What reverse shell attacks are and how to prevent them
Attackers use reverse shells to covertly attack an organization's environment. Discover what a reverse shell is and how to mitigate such attacks. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
01 Feb 2023
How to use BeEF, the Browser Exploitation Framework
The open source BeEF pen testing tool can be used by red and blue teams alike to hook web browsers and use them as beachheads to launch further attacks. Continue Reading
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Podcast
31 Jan 2023
Risk & Repeat: The FBI's Hive ransomware takedown
This podcast episode discusses the law enforcement operation that led to the infiltration and takedown of the Hive network and what it could mean for other ransomware gangs. Continue Reading
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Tip
31 Jan 2023
What cybersecurity consolidation means for enterprises
Experts predict cybersecurity consolidation will increase in the months and years ahead. Security leaders should consider what that means for their purchasing strategies. Continue Reading
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News
31 Jan 2023
Horizon3.ai releases POC exploit for VMware vulnerabilities
Penetration testing vendor Horizon3.ai published technical details and exploit code for three new CVEs in VMware vRealize Log Insight that can be chained for remote code execution. Continue Reading
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News
30 Jan 2023
Schools don't pay, but ransomware attacks still increasing
Ransomware gangs have increasingly focused their attacks on the K-12 education sector, even though most school districts do not pay the ransom. But how long will that last? Continue Reading
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Tip
30 Jan 2023
5 ethical hacker certifications to consider
From Offensive Security Certified Professional to GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester, learn about the certifications worth earning to begin your ethical hacker career. Continue Reading
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News
26 Jan 2023
FBI hacked into Hive ransomware gang, disrupted operations
The FBI infiltrated Hive's network in July 2022 and obtained decryption keys, which it distributed to victims to prevent $130 million in ransom payments, according to the DOJ. Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Jan 2023
Ransomware trends, statistics and facts in 2023
Supply chain attacks, double extortion and RaaS were just a few of the ransomware trends that plagued 2022 and will continue to disrupt businesses in 2023. Continue Reading
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News
25 Jan 2023
Contractor error led to Baltimore schools ransomware attack
A security contractor for Baltimore County Public Schools mistakenly opened a suspicious phishing email attachment in an unsecure environment, leading to the ransomware attack. Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Jan 2023
How cyber deception technology strengthens enterprise security
They say the best defense is a good offense. Cyber deception puts that philosophy into practice in the enterprise, using a combination of technology and social engineering. Continue Reading
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Podcast
24 Jan 2023
Risk & Repeat: Another T-Mobile data breach disclosed
This podcast episode discusses the latest T-Mobile breach -- the third in less than three years -- in which a threat actor stole personal data from 37 million customer accounts. Continue Reading
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News
24 Jan 2023
Customer data, encryption key stolen in GoTo breach
GoTo's breach update follows the recent disclosure made by GoTo subsidiary LastPass, which similarly lost significant sensitive customer data in a breach last year. Continue Reading
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Opinion
24 Jan 2023
5 ways to enable secure software development in 2023
Security teams have to help developers ensure security software development, but in today's rapidly scaling cloud environments, it's a challenging task. Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Jan 2023
8 cybersecurity roles to consider
Cybersecurity is an exciting and increasingly important field with a wealth of career opportunities. Explore eight cybersecurity roles and the skills, talent and experience required. Continue Reading
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News
23 Jan 2023
Experts applaud expansion of Apple's E2E encryption
Amidst growing privacy concerns and data breach threats, Apple launched Advanced Data Protection for U.S. customers last month to secure almost all data stored in iCloud. Continue Reading
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Tip
23 Jan 2023
4 tips to find cyber insurance coverage in 2023
The cyber insurance industry is settling down but isn't without challenges. Read up on cyber insurance in 2023 and how to get the most from your organization's coverage this year. Continue Reading
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Tip
20 Jan 2023
How to select a security analytics platform, plus vendor options
Security analytics platforms aren't traditional SIEM systems, but rather separate platforms or a SIEM add-on. Learn more about these powerful and important tools. Continue Reading
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Opinion
20 Jan 2023
6 cybersecurity buzzwords to know in 2023
Enterprise Strategy Group research indicates many organizations will increase cybersecurity spending in 2023, and with that comes an evolving set of vendor buzzwords to sort out. Continue Reading