The Hacker News

JANUARY 15, 2022

You can't go far in professional IT without being asked for some key certifications. In particular, most large companies today require new hires to be well versed in the fundamentals of cybersecurity. Adding the likes of CISSP, CISM, and CompTIA CASP+ to your résumé can open the door to many opportunities — including six-figure roles.

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Google Security

MARCH 9, 2021

Posted by Kim Lewandowski & Dan Lorenc, Google Open Source Security Team One of the fundamental security issues with open source is that it’s difficult to know where the software comes from or how it was built, making it susceptible to supply chain attacks. We talked about the importance of this in our recent Know, Prevent, Fix post.

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CSO Magazine

APRIL 9, 2021

CIS 20 Critical Controls) or professional certification (e.g., As the old security adage goes, “a well-managed network/system is a secure network/system," and this notion of network and system management is a cybersecurity foundation. Pick any framework (e.g., NIST Cybersecurity framework), international standard (e.g.,

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 18, 2021

In an effort to introduce more talent into the cybersecurity workforce, make cybersecurity a more accessible, inclusive and diverse profession, and close the cybersecurity skills gap, (ISC)² will pilot a new entry-level cybersecurity certification exam as part of its portfolio of industry qualifications. Take the survey today!

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Google Security

JANUARY 13, 2023

Google includes or removes CA certificates within the Chrome Root Store as it deems appropriate for user safety in accordance with our policies. The selection and ongoing inclusion of CA certificates is done to enhance the security of Chrome and promote interoperability.

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Schneier on Security

JANUARY 15, 2020

dll) validates Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC) certificates. An attacker could exploit the vulnerability by using a spoofed code-signing certificate to sign a malicious executable, making it appear the file was from a trusted, legitimate source. A spoofing vulnerability exists in the way Windows CryptoAPI (Crypt32.dll) Wired article.

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Jane Frankland

JANUARY 12, 2024

Facing a perplexed gaze, I turned my back on one of cybersecurity’s most high profile CISOs, my hands pressed firmly against my ears, belting out a powerful melody. I knew it was a crazy act, and perhaps it was unfair of me to subject him to it, but I wanted him to understand a pressing need in cybersecurity. It’s declined. concluded similarly.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

But with so many cloud certifications out there, how do you know which one is right for you? Security is a limited focus in three of the broader-focused EXIN Cloud Certifications. The post CCSP vs. EXIN Cloud Certifications: What are the Differences? Read more in the full article.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JANUARY 10, 2024

Understanding the Limitations of the Data Protection Framework (“DPF”) The DPF is good news for privacy and the protection of personal data: it enables US companies to obtain a preliminary self-certification from the US authorities to adhere to the DPF provided they provide evidence of the implementation of certain legal safeguards.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 25, 2023

Amidst this evolving landscape, attaining a cybersecurity certification continues to be an invaluable asset, opening doors to a variety of opportunities and equipping people with the knowledge, skills, and credentials necessary to safeguard critical information and navigate the realm of cyber threats. Here are some excellent examples.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JULY 5, 2023

Thales payShield receives the French Cartes Bancaires HSM certification madhav Thu, 07/06/2023 - 04:35 Securing online payments is more important than ever. Thales is proud to announce that we are one of the first vendors to achieve the latest version of the stringent Cartes Bancaires HSM certification (CB HSM), also known as the SAFIRE v2.2

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Approachable Cyber Threats

JULY 3, 2023

Category Awareness, Cybersecurity Fundamentals Risk Level “What are HTTP and HTTPS? Are they the same? ” At the beginning of the internet’s popularity, HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol), was used to transmit data between clients (web browsers) and web servers. However, any data transmitted between the client and server was not protected.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 15, 2018

SSL and TLS come into play in the form of digital certificates issued by Certificate Authorities (CAs) — vendors that diligently verify the authenticity of websites, and then also help the website owners encrypt the information consumers type into web page forms. Related: How PKI can secure IoT.

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Krebs on Security

JULY 24, 2020

In most cases, the aspirants ask which certifications they should seek, or what specialization in computer security might hold the brightest future. I say this because a mastery of networking is a fundamental skill that so many other areas of learning build upon. But please don’t take my word for it.

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SC Magazine

APRIL 21, 2021

Cybersecurity and IT governance professionals who are knowledgeable in their core field, but perhaps unsure how best to apply their skills to AI, blockchain, cloud and IoT now have a new certification course that can teach them the fundamentals of these emerging tech spaces. (Photo by VCG/VCG via Getty Images).

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Notice Bored

JULY 20, 2022

In the context of the ISO management systems standards , the internal audit process and accredited certification systems as a whole, are assurance controls primarily intended to confirm that organisations' management systems conform to the explicit requirements formally expressed in the respective ISO standards.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 19, 2022

To help candidates prepare for the forthcoming entry-level cybersecurity certification pilot exam, (ISC)² released a new education program—a live or on-demand expert instruction on the fundamental cybersecurity concepts and five domains covered by the certification. Access Controls Concepts. Network Security.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 4, 2020

Related : The promise and pitfalls of IoT At the technology level, two fundamental things must get accomplished. The PKI framework revolves around distributing and continually managing digital certificates, issued by Certificate Authorities (CAs). Political leaders in the U.K. It’s already happening.

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McAfee

JANUARY 7, 2021

For those who are not familiar with it, the ISO 27701 is the industry leading certification for information security & privacy management. Achieving the ISO 27701 certification demonstrates that McAfee is able to protect personal data, thanks to a multidisciplinary effort coupled with cross-functional expertise.

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification version 2.0 Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification version 2.0 sets forth three levels of cybersecurity certification a company can gain in order to provide products or services to the DoD, all having to do with proving a certain set of cybersecurity controls and policies are in place.

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SC Magazine

MARCH 31, 2021

The MITRE ATT&CK Defender certification program offers courses in ATT&CK fundamentals, threat intelligence and SOC assessments. But Manor and other experts believe the new certification program — dubbed MITRE ATT&CK Defender (MAD) — could finally lay the foundation needed to promote more widespread adoption.

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IT Security Guru

JUNE 28, 2022

The five fundamental controls are embedded within CSPM, providing you with a simple step-by-step process to developing security policies and procedures. Attacks on big brands make the headlines and the jargon used to describe vulnerabilities and malware is complex, making it appear to be a big enterprise issue.

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Approachable Cyber Threats

JULY 3, 2023

Category Awareness, Cybersecurity Fundamentals Risk Level “What are HTTP and HTTPS? Are they the same? ” At the beginning of the internet’s popularity, HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol), was used to transmit data between clients (web browsers) and web servers. However, any data transmitted between the client and server was not protected.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

AUGUST 5, 2021

Some of the most common tools and practices used in modern cybersecurity could be rendered obsolete by quantum computing, including: Root certificate authorities (CAs) - Root CA keys have long lifetimes, putting certificates at risk if they have been signed with a key that is rendered obsolete by quantum computers.

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Cisco Security

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

As we ride the biggest digital wave in history, the internet has become fundamental to how society maintains livelihoods, conducts business, and stays connected. Customers expect providers to keep their data protected and secure, this is a fundamental requirement of trust in the digital world. It calls for a new standard of trust.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 12, 2018

More and more SMBs have begun dispatching their line IT staff to undergo training and get tested in order to earn basic cybersecurity certifications issued by the Computing Technology Industry Association, aka CompTIA, the non-profit trade association that empowers people to build successful tech careers.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

AUGUST 10, 2021

The Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification is considered to be the gold standard in information security. This is so because of all the doors that certification opens to a CISSP professional. I had achieved Microsoft, CompTIA, and Cisco certifications. Fortunately, this is no longer the case.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 18, 2021

The leaders will also work together to develop practical privacy and governance models, training and certificate programs, mentorship and hiring best practices, wider regulatory/legislative programs, and product and services development. Cloud is now the top and enduring information technology priority.

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Cisco Security

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

These efforts were not solely driven by compliance obligations, rather by the underlying principles that privacy is both a business imperative and a fundamental human right. It outlines requirements for Codes of Conduct and Certification mechanisms, serving as practical instruments of trust as verified by the independent parties.

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Google Security

AUGUST 10, 2020

While phone functionality and design can enhance the user experience, security is fundamental and foundational to our relationship with our phones.There are multiple ways to build trust around the security capabilities that a device provides and we continue to invest in verifiable ways to do just that.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 9, 2020

In this case, the communication protocol will verify their correspondence with those present in its database and if so, it will authorize access; use of public-key digital certificates. Another authentication method is the one with the digital certificate, used by the secure protocol HTTPS. Mutual authentication of interlocutors.

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IT Security Guru

OCTOBER 17, 2023

I’m now a full-time Cyber Security Consultant/Penetration Tester/Ethical Hacker specialising in web application security testing and currently holding the Cyber Scheme Team Member certification. I had my path laid out in my head, with an Arkwright scholarship with Heriot-Watt University. So, what changed? And what would I do differently?

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

In terms of baking in security at a fundamental level of future systems, that’s very significant. Machine identities are verified by digital certificates that leverage the public key infrastructure ( PKI ), a framework for encrypting data and authenticating web entities. So how can they hope to secure it?”

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Erin: What skills or certifications do you think are most important for cybersecurity professionals to have? Byron: While certifications like CISSP and CISM are valuable, hands-on skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving are equally important. Erin: How do you see cyberwarfare between nation-states shaping up in the future?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 13, 2021

Does A Certification Really Matter? It is easy to take the approach that a person doesn’t need a certification to possess specialized knowledge in a particular field. Now I can advise my clients on best practices in secure development and deployment, thanks to the certification.”. Motivation became married to discipline.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

As in many countries, birth certificates are foundational forms of identity. However, only 30% of African citizens are registered with birth certificates when they are born, meaning they have no foundational form of identity. The root of this issue for many citizens stems from the moment they are born.

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Centraleyes

DECEMBER 10, 2023

SOC 2 is the gold standard in Information Security certifications and shows the world just how seriously your company takes Information Security. An incredible way to systematically evaluate and improve your company’s handling of customer data throughout its lifecycle, the SOC 2 certificate is equally challenging and worthwhile to attain.

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