The Last Watchdog

MARCH 1, 2019

There’s a frantic scramble going on among those responsible for network security at organizations across all sectors. Related: Why we’re in the Golden Age of cyber espionage. This has exponentially expanded the attack surface available to motivated, well-funded threat actors. Smart money.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 4, 2025

In an effort to help bring clarity to this issue, SANS Institute this week published draft guidelines for AI system security. The SANS Draft Critical AI Security Guidelines v1.1 document outlines these six key security control categories for mitigating AI systems' cyber risks.

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Trend Micro

JULY 19, 2021

Protect your Business 24x7 with Trend Micro’s security analysts. MSPs – Say no to the next Ransomware!

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 7, 2021

Security ratings have been widely adopted because they supplement and can sometimes replace time-consuming vendor risk assessment techniques like questionnaires, on-site visits, and penetration tests. . Incorporate risk management into your contracts.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 6, 2021

As indoor spaces begin to open in the next few months, employees will want to venture out to new spaces to work, such as coffee shops and internet cafes – but working on open networks and personal devices creates unlocked gateways for cyberattacks to take place. The Importance of a Layered Approach Cybersecurity is not a one-stop-shop.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 7, 2021

It’s essential to distinguish that Zero Trust is not a technology and a holistic approach to network security. Automated technology is a necessary tool for obtaining access, scanning and assessing threats, adapting to behavior changes, and continually re-evaluating confidence in communications. Implementing Zero Trust.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Even the smallest business can become a target for cybercrime, with cyber threats increasingly affecting organizations of all sizes. Are you prepared to defend against the rising tide of cyber threats? Small businesses with secure, well-protected networks tell customers that their privacy and security are priorities.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Segment networks and block outbound connections from internet-facing servers to prevent lateral movement and privilege escalation. Each of the 143 critical infrastructure organizations received a report about their network security results, mapped to the MITRE ATT&CK framework.

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SC Magazine

MARCH 16, 2021

. “Usually, if something goes wrong, it’s either due to human error or because there is a mismatch in expectations over how to handle the information,” said Michael Daniel, president and CEO of the Cyber Threat Alliance (CTA). This value vs. risk equation varies per partner and can change as time goes on.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 26, 2018

VoIP phishing and impersonation also victimized millions of corporate employees across the world , contributing to an even greater cyber threat. Cloud security success and choosing the right investments is all about having a clear understanding of threat types and their resulting damages.

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Centraleyes

JANUARY 3, 2024

To enhance Europe’s resilience against existing and emerging cyber threats, the NIS2 Directive introduces new requirements and obligations for organizations in four key areas: risk management, corporate accountability, reporting obligations, and business continuity.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 25, 2023

As organizations across industries grapple with escalating cyber risks, the demand for skilled information security professionals has skyrocketed. RELATED: (ISC)2 Study: Cybersecurity Industry Facing 3.4 Million Shortfall in Workers ] So let's think about it.

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 27, 2022

billion by 2026, driven not only by remote working and growing cyber threats but also by a massive cybersecurity skills shortage , the demands of government regulations , and the simple cost benefits of outsourcing. According to a recent MarketsandMarkets report , the global MSSP market is expected to nearly double from $22.8

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SC Magazine

JULY 9, 2021

. “Anne’s direction on disrupting the ransomware process is essential for the success of state and local governments in reducing ransomware attack efficacy,” said Sebron Partridge, former CISO of Riverside County and security strategist with cyber risk firm Epiphany Systems. “Not only must U.S.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 7, 2024

Any business that wants to benefit from cloud computing while keeping its data safe and secure needs a secure cloud strategy. Mitigates cyber threats: Implements strong security procedures to prevent data breaches, income loss, and reputational damage. What Are the 5 Pillars of Cloud Security?

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

This is just as true in security as it is in business, and the lack of a clear plan to protect your business from cyber risks usually results in no real protection at all. A security plan is a short document, often no longer that a few pages, that outlines: Your overall security goals and expectations.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

FireMon FireMon’s asset discovery tool, Asset Manager, automatically discovers and maps all assets across the network in real time, creating a detailed inventory. FireMon’s network security policy management (NSPM) solution optimizes firewall rules and configurations to minimize unnecessary exposure and reduce the attack surface.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 23, 2023

Installing these patches and updates keeps your software and firmware secure, reliable, and up to date with the latest improvements. This step-by-step guide to the patch management process can help you stay ahead of vulnerabilities and reduce cyber risk.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) responded to an active cyberattack on a water facility in western Pennsylvania , shedding light on the exploitation of Unitronics programmable logic controllers (PLCs) within the Water and Wastewater Systems (WWS) sector.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 25, 2021

Prior to joining XM Cyber, he worked for seven years at Skybox Security, where he reached the position of Global Director of Solutions Architecture, before eventually moving to Cato to run the Security Services. He started his career with the Israel Defense Forces, where he was a Network Security Team Leader for several years.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 8, 2021

It’s important to remember, however, as we slowly transition back into some semblance of normality, that there will be new challenges to face in all facets of life, and the Cyber Security sector is no exception. The post Top Cyber Security Challenges Post Lockdown appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Kip Boyle, vCISO, Cyber Risk Opportunities LLC: The Challenge of Cultivating Buy-in from Leadership and Employees "Cybersecurity professionals will continue to face a critical challenge: cultivating genuine buy-in from both senior leaders and employees.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 22, 2024

Leveraging authorities under the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), the EPA is directing community water systems (CWSs) to take specific actions to ensure compliance with cybersecurity requirements and better secure their industrial control systems from escalating cyber threats.

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Jane Frankland

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Cybersecurity can often feel like a game of cat and mouse where cyber attackers and defenders engage in a chase, with one party trying to outsmart the other. Just like in previous years, 2024 is set to test practitioners’ skills as the frequency of cyber threats continues to surge leaving no room for complacency.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 5, 2025

National Security, Economic Strength ] Challenges for cybersecurity vendors and researchers include: Penetration testing tools and red-teaming software could face licensing restrictions, making it harder for companies to defend against cyber threats. These tariffs will create real cyber risks.

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Jane Frankland

JANUARY 12, 2025

In this blog, I’m exploring these changes, grouped under key categories that I’ve used in previous years, to help business leaders and cyber risk owners better prepare for the evolving landscape. Cyber threats often exploit human errors, whether through phishing attacks, weak passwords, or lapses in protocol.

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