eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2023

ECC is used for email encryption, cryptocurrency digital signatures, and internet communication protocols. NIST continues to encourage the development of lightweight cryptography that can be used in constrained environments and researchers also continue to explore new types of hardware (microchips, architecture, etc.)

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 22, 2024

Adam Murayama, Field CTO of Garrison Technology, warns that “attackers know the value of targeting cybersecurity software: they not only defuse the security mechanism, but also gain the elevated system privileges and network positioning that security solutions enjoy. Consider reading more about container and Kubernetes security tools.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 7, 2023

The NIST and the US National Security Agency (NSA) started to release algorithms and resources in 2022 against quantum threats. Still, research remains in early stages, so initial standards remain in draft form and a full mitigation architecture for federal agencies isn’t expected until the 2030s.

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SecureList

MAY 7, 2025

The architecture of Windows, combined with vulnerabilities in software such as Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) and unpatched systems, makes it a prime target for ransomware executables. Implement a zero-trust architecture that requires continuous authentication for access. Invest in backups, training and incident response planning.

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