TechCrunch

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Companies (and VCs ) spend billions of dollars on cybersecurity, but primarily focus on protecting infrastructure or endpoints. According to one 2021 survey, 61% of security leaders in the enterprise believed their cybersecurity teams to be understaffed. Some investors agree.

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CIO

JANUARY 20, 2023

By Anand Oswal, Senior Vice President and GM at cyber security leader Palo Alto Networks Connected medical devices, also known as the Internet of Medical Things or IoMT, are revolutionizing healthcare, not only from an operational standpoint but related to patient care. But ransomware isn’t the only risk.

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Tenable

APRIL 12, 2024

Plus, a new survey shows cybersecurity pros are guardedly optimistic about AI. And the NSA is sharing best practices for data security. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) in its Emergency Directive 24-02 , sent to federal civilian agencies last week and made public this week. And much more!

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TechCrunch

MAY 9, 2023

This leaves us vulnerable to security threats like phishing, identity theft and session hijacking, but many cybersecurity tools were created when the main threats were file viruses, worms and network attacks, said Vivek Ramachandran , the cybersecurity entrepreneur and researcher who discovered the Cafe Latte attack.

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CIO

OCTOBER 20, 2022

In fact, CIO has reported that it takes only a few minutes for experienced hackers to set up a social engineering attack against enterprises (and their managed service providers) that consider themselves to be secure and protected. What methods are cybersecurity experts using to minimize the impact of these attacks? Let’s dig deeper.

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Palo Alto Networks

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

{{interview_audio_title}} 00:00 00:00 Volume Slider 10s 10s 10s 10s Seek Slider “AI’s Impact in Cybersecurity” is a blog series based on interviews with a variety of experts at Palo Alto Networks and Unit 42, with roles in AI research, product management, consulting, engineering and more.

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Tenable

MARCH 1, 2024

Check out what’s new in NIST’s makeover of its Cybersecurity Framework. Also, how to assess the cybersecurity capabilities of a generative AI LLM. And the most prevalent malware in Q4. 1 - NIST’s Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 1 - NIST’s Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 The Cybersecurity Framework at 10.and

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CIO

MAY 24, 2023

The promise of generative AI means we are on the cusp of a rethinking of how businesses handle cybersecurity. Along with the promise is the peril of AI being used to cause harm by launching more efficient malware, creating sophisticated deepfakes, or by unintentionally disclosing code or trade secrets.

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CIO

MARCH 3, 2024

For its 2023 Security Priorities report, Foundry surveyed 790 IT security workers to understand their projects and priorities. Printers are often not subject to the rigorous security measures routinely applied to computing devices; for example, complex passwords and rigorous patching and software update regimes.

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Palo Alto Networks

MAY 1, 2024

{{interview_audio_title}} 00:00 00:00 Volume Slider 10s 10s 10s 10s Seek Slider “AI’s Impact in Cybersecurity” is a blog series based on interviews with a variety of experts at Palo Alto Networks and Unit 42, with roles in AI research, product management, consulting, engineering and more.

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CIO

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

A recent spate of high-profile security breaches at some of the largest enterprises in Australia has reminded everyone of the importance of security. The biggest challenge when it comes to cyber crime is that there are so many different security risks to manage.

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CIO

MARCH 13, 2023

It is clear that artificial intelligence, machine learning, and automation have been growing exponentially in use—across almost everything from smart consumer devices to robotics to cybersecurity to semiconductors. As a current example, consider ChatGPT by OpenAI, an AI research and deployment company. But how good can it be?

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Ivanti

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

In particular, leaky apps can be a significant threat, and identifying and banning them is an essential app security measure. But not all software is created equal, and not all apps are implemented securely. Recent research shows that the average cost of a data breach is $4.45 million of them involving malicious software.

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Tenable

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Find out how much of a pay bump cybersecurity architects and engineers got. Plus, a powerful AI cybersecurity tech is nearing prime time. Also check out the long-awaited security algorithms for IoT devices. For example, cybersecurity analysts saw their average salary shrink 5.7% And much more! in 2022 to $96,379.

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Palo Alto Networks

MAY 12, 2023

The dilemma of usability and the security of AI tools is becoming a real concern since ChatGPT was released. The Security Concerns of ChatGPT In March, Italy temporarily banned ChatGPT amid concerns that the artificial intelligence tool violated the country's policies on data collection. How would you react?

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Prisma Clud

JUNE 22, 2023

Enterprises taking advantage of cloud-native architectures now have 53% of their cloud workloads hosted on public clouds, according to our recent State of Cloud-Native Security Report 2023. Using WildFire in 2021 to analyze malicious files, our threat research team discovered a 73% increase in Cobalt Strike malware samples compared to 2020.

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TechCrunch

MAY 11, 2022

Securing the software supply chain is admittedly somewhat of a dry topic, but knowing which components and code go into your everyday devices and appliances is a critical part of the software development process that billions of people rely on every day. That also means a reliance on trusting that the developers will always act in good faith.

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Tenable

JANUARY 19, 2024

In addition, the latest on the Androxgh0st malware. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security (CISA) agency and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) said this week. To mitigate this risk, the agencies recommendations include: Using drones built with secure-by-design principles, such as those manufactured in the U.S.

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Palo Alto Networks

JANUARY 24, 2024

{{interview_audio_title}} 00:00 00:00 Volume Slider 10s 10s 10s 10s Seek Slider “AI’s Impact in Cybersecurity” is a blog series based on interviews with a variety of experts at Palo Alto Networks and Unit 42 with roles in AI research, product management, consulting, engineering and more.

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Palo Alto Networks

DECEMBER 20, 2022

The European Union (EU) adopted the revised Network and Information Security Directive (NIS2) in November 2022. It is especially important in a time of growing geopolitical tensions and cyberattacks where European citizens and their economies depend on a stable and secure digital infrastructure.

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Tenable

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Get the latest on the anniversary of the Log4j crisis; OWASP’s top CI/CD risks; a surge of infostealer malware; the fund transfer fraud — business email compromise connection; and more! . One year later, we’ve learned from recently released Tenable telemetry research that Log4j’s Log4Shell remains very much an issue.

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TechCrunch

DECEMBER 8, 2020

Cybersecurity firm Dragos has raised $110 million in its Series C, almost triple the amount that it raised two years ago in its last round. Many companies were already trying to adapt with the digital age, but Lee said many companies realized they had underinvested in ICS security. A team photo of Dragos employees.

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Palo Alto Networks

DECEMBER 29, 2022

While it might seem counterintuitive to revisit last week’s newspaper for valuable information, “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” Stepping back to recollect the security events from the recent past is particularly important, as the risk of repeating past mistakes is particularly high. Beginning on Jan.

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Tenable

AUGUST 4, 2022

Analyzing the Vulnerabilities Associated with the Top Malware Strains of 2021. International cybersecurity agencies issue a joint alert outlining the top malware strains of 2021. While malware is used for a variety of purposes, the government agencies point out that ransomware is a primary use case. Background.

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The Parallax

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

Security researchers have caught hackers lashing together Internet-connected devices in a botnet they’re calling Torii, which uses techniques not seen in an IoT botnet before—including intercepting and stealing data, and using the Tor Project network to hide its network traffic.

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TechCrunch

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Cybersecurity startup CYE has raised $100 million in a new growth round, led by investment firm EQT and with participation from 83North. CYE was founded in 2012 by Reuven Aronashvili to help companies shore up their security posture. ” Red teams OK to push ethical limits but not on themselves, study says.

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Palo Alto Networks

APRIL 19, 2024

On April 10, 2024 Palo Alto Networks Product Security Incident Response Team (PSIRT) learned of a suspicious exfiltration attempt at a customer site from Volexity's Steven Adair. Volexity and Unit 42 Threat Brief have more information about the type of malware seen in these attacks and indicators of threat activity.

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CIO

MARCH 19, 2024

Especially worrisome is the false sense of security purveyors of here’s-how-to-spot-deepfakes guidance provide (for example, this ). It’s what neural networks do. There’s active research into developing what’s called “explainable AI.” Thinking fast is where all the excitement is in AI. And it’s needed.

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O'Reilly Media - Ideas

MARCH 15, 2022

The future of cybersecurity is being shaped by the need for companies to secure their networks, data, devices, and identities. This includes adopting security frameworks like zero trust, which will help companies secure internal information systems and data in the cloud. Zero Trust Security.

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Tenable

APRIL 9, 2020

In contemporary IT configurations, attackers have access to a wide range of entry points they can use to gain access to a network. This requires a holistic blend of network monitoring and vulnerability scanning to ensure you have constant visibility into your vulnerability landscape. The scope of vulnerability challenges.

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Altexsoft

JUNE 2, 2020

The same Norton research found that it can take companies, on average, 196 days to identify a data breach. These insights can help reduce response times and make companies compliant with security best practices. What Is Machine Learning and How Is it Used in Cybersecurity? The Impact of AI on Cybersecurity.

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Tenable

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Securing machine learning systems. Shifting security left – meaning, starting security checks earlier in the software development process – has been widely hailed. Most companies expect developers to do security code reviews, but many don’t provide them with security training. And much more! How much do CISOs earn?

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Palo Alto Networks

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

The office has moved into the home to join a crowded network shared by family members, guests and lots of smart devices. This seismic shift to a work-from-home model has intertwined home and corporate networks. To that end, Palo Alto Networks has recently conducted a study — The Connected Enterprise: IoT Security Report 2021.

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Palo Alto Networks

JULY 20, 2021

Imagine building applications in the cloud with the knowledge they are natively protected with industry-leading security controls. Imagine having your own personal, best-in-class threat research team at your fingertips, while taking advantage of cloud simplicity, scalability and speed.

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The Parallax

MAY 7, 2018

Malware and antivirus software usually go together like tacos and pickles. Researchers announced on May 1 that when they inspected the ingredients of the North Korean antivirus software for Windows computers, they found a mix of spyware and old code stolen from an antivirus vendor. READ MORE ON SECURITY AND GEOPOLITICS.

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Lacework

JANUARY 24, 2024

In 2022, the Lacework Labs team discovered a new, large-scale threat called AndroxGh0st, a Python malware being used to exploit AWS keys. More alarmingly, this malware has been used by hackers to build a botnet, which is a network of compromised computers, to then be used for additional credential theft and launching further cyberattacks.

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The Parallax

MARCH 20, 2018

Inception Framework’s attack methodology has evolved since it was first detected in 2014 in part by Waylon Grange, senior threat researcher at computer security company Symantec. How to secure your home Wi-Fi. ”—Waylon Grange, senior threat researcher, Symantec. READ MORE ON ROUTERS AND THE INTERNET OF THINGS.

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