The Crazy Programmer

JULY 18, 2021

Cybersecurity is more critical than ever in today’s modern world, especially with news of ransomware attacks and other forms of malware on the rise. To keep your systems secure and your files out of the hands of cybercriminals takes an increasingly comprehensive knowledge of cybersecurity technology.

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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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CIO

MARCH 6, 2024

But as the security threat landscape becomes more complicated, and hybrid and remote working models take root at scale, IT leaders are questioning this traditional approach to device management. Security is a key driver. In this environment, endpoint security becomes increasingly important.

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CIO

DECEMBER 19, 2023

When making decisions about network access, businesses need to be aware of and assess the security implications associated with network technology to help keep their digital assets protected. Cyber hygiene best practices include device security , cyber security education , and secure networking strategies.

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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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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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Aqua Security

JULY 19, 2023

It is widely used by many security tools for monitoring kernel activity to detect and protect organizations. Lately, we have seen a rise in the number of eBPF based tools used for malicious goals such as rootkits ( ebpfkit, TripleCross ) and malwares ( pamspy ).

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Tenable

APRIL 19, 2024

Check out recommendations for securing AI systems from the Five Eyes cybersecurity agencies. Meanwhile, a new open-source tool aims to simplify SBOM usage. 1 - Multinational cyber agencies issue best practices for secure AI deployment Looking for best practices on how to securely deploy artificial intelligence (AI) systems?

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Palo Alto Networks

MARCH 12, 2024

Applied AI in cybersecurity has many unique challenges, and we will take a look into a few of them that we are considering the most important. One — Lack of Labeled Data Unlike many other fields, data and labels are scarce in the cybersecurity space and usually require highly skilled labor to generate. This is unique to cybersecurity.

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TechCrunch

MARCH 2, 2022

CTO and founder of Reposify , Yaron Tal is a tech entrepreneur and cybersecurity expert with nearly two decades of experience developing cybersecurity software solutions. A deep dive into these deficiencies points to clear solutions all industries – cybersecurity or otherwise – can embrace to protect themselves.

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CIO

DECEMBER 1, 2023

In our rapidly advancing digital era, where our lives seamlessly merge with the vast online realm, the trust we place on websites to safeguard our sensitive data and personal information becomes increasingly critical with every click. The data is transmitted in an encrypted format, making it secure at the transactional points.

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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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The Crazy Programmer

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

You might already know of some of the data protection tools and measures. The predominance of SSL certs makes them the most popular and effective data protection tools. For instance, it will notice when a host has been infected with malware and tries to spread the malware across the network.

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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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Tenable

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Plus, the QakBot botnet got torn down, but the malware threat remains – what CISA suggests you do. 1 – NCSC: Be careful when deploying AI chatbots at work When adopting AI chatbots powered by large language models (LLMs), like ChatGPT, organizations should go slow and make sure they understand these tools’ cybersecurity risks.

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CIO

MARCH 26, 2024

Each quarter HP’s security experts highlight notable malware campaigns, trends and techniques identified by HP Wolf Security. Threat actors continued to thrive off living-off-the-land tactics in Q3, abusing tools built into Windows to conduct their attacks. Cybercrime, Security Click here to read the full report.

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Tenable

AUGUST 25, 2023

Plus, why security leaders are prioritizing security prevention tools. Oh, and the White House wants your input on open source security. That’s according to the study “The State of Cybersecurity Today” from Information Services Group (ISG), for which 204 executives from the world’s 2,000 largest companies were polled.

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CIO

AUGUST 2, 2023

When it comes to keeping our digital world secure, there’s a saying that really hits home: “ You can’t protect what you can’t see.” By bringing together information from different sources and analyzing it, we gain a powerful tool to identify and respond to potential threats. That’s where centralized visibility comes in.

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Tenable

OCTOBER 6, 2023

A SANS Institute survey found that budgets for ICS/OT security have shrunk, and advises on how to do more with less. In addition, CISA’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month campaign challenges tech vendors to build safer products. For more information about ICS/OT security, check out these Tenable blogs and videos: “ Three U.S.

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Tenable

MARCH 3, 2023

FBI and CISA Release Cybersecurity Advisory on Royal Ransomware Group The FBI and CISA have released a joint Cybersecurity Advisory discussing the Royal ransomware group. Once communication has been established with the C2s, the Royal actors download several tools.

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Tenable

DECEMBER 22, 2023

As we bid adieu to 2023, we highlight major trends that impacted cybersecurity professionals in the past 12 months. Learn how the cyber world changed in areas including artificial intelligence, CNAPP, IAM security, government oversight and OT security. Cybersecurity teams were no exception.

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CIO

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Copilot is integrated into Microsoft 365 and automatically inherits the company’s security, compliance, and privacy policies and processes. It allows employees to interact with familiar work tools, from Microsoft Word to PowerPoint, using everyday language prompts or inputs.

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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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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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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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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. vPro also boosts security for virtualised environments.

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Tenable

MAY 18, 2023

and Australian Agencies Publish Joint Cybersecurity Advisory on BianLian Ransomware Group The FBI, ACSC and CISA have released a joint cybersecurity advisory discussing the BianLian ransomware group. The group claims to have stolen ~4,200 student records containing phone numbers, email addresses, and social security numbers.

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Infinidat

DECEMBER 5, 2023

What is the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and Why does it matter? innovation and industrial competitiveness by advancing measurement science, standards, and technology in ways that enhance economic security and improve our quality of life. NIST CSF is one of the most widely adopted security frameworks across all industries, worldwide.

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TechCrunch

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Previously he was staff software engineer and lead for Google’s Open Source Security Team (GOSST). SolarWinds and Log4j have made software supply chain security issues a topic of intense interest and scrutiny for businesses and governments alike. The malware allowed the attackers to monitor and control the chat software remotely.

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TechCrunch

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

As cybersecurity becomes a bigger and more complex problem for organizations, a startup aiming to increase its accuracy in fighting breaches — by bringing in an ever-wider funnel of data and vantage points to identify issues — is expanding its business. Early-stage benchmarks for young cybersecurity companies.

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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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Kaseya

MAY 11, 2020

In this blog, we’ll take a broader look at cybersecurity solutions in three key areas that can help you build a solid foundation for overall IT security. Endpoint Security. Endpoint security is the process of protecting individual devices with the broader aim of securing the network and the data of the organization.

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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. Think of this as malware targeting your systems, not your users. million of them involving malicious software.

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Tenable

JANUARY 6, 2023

Learn all about the cybersecurity expertise that employers value most; Google Cybersecurity Action Team’s latest take on cloud security trends; a Deloitte report on cybersecurity’s growing business influence; a growth forecast for cyber spending; and more! Happy New Year! 1, 2022 and plucked the following nuggets.

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Palo Alto Networks

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Navigating the Tides of Change & Building a Resilient SOC Charting the course of my career, transitioning from a cybersecurity webmaster to chief information security officer (CISO), has given me unique insights (and scars) into the multifaceted nature of cybersecurity. The tools at our disposal were rudimentary.

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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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