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MY TAKE: Log4j’s big lesson – legacy tools, new tech are both needed to secure modern networks

The Last Watchdog

Left unpatched Log4Shell vulnerabilities present easy paths for a threat actor to take full control of the underlying system. I’m referring to Security Information and Event Management ( SIEM ) systems and to firewalls. This will come to fruition on smarter platforms using automated tools, including advanced firewalls.

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Understanding the Different Types of Audit Evidence

Centraleyes

Evidence in auditing transforms the abstract notion of security into a tangible reality that can be confidently presented to the world. Risk Assessments These audits identify and mitigate potential threats and vulnerabilities, ensuring organizations are well-prepared for cyber risks.

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The Cyber Resilience Blueprint: A Proactive GRC Framework

SecureWorld News

We'll carefully walk you through a tested, systematic process for identifying, assessing, and managing cyber risks. You'll learn about the importance of thorough risk assessments, real-time threat intelligence, and effective incident response plans.

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RSAC insights: Security platforms arise to help companies discover, assess and mitigate cyber risks

The Last Watchdog

Employees using their personally-owned smartphones to upload cool new apps presented a nightmare for security teams. Unmanaged smartphones and laptops, misconfigured Software as a Service (SaaS) apps, unsecured Internet access present more of an enterprise risk than ever. Fast forward to today. See, assess, mitigate.

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Tips to Stop Cybersecurity Threats for Small Businesses

SiteLock

Many SMB owners mistakenly believe that they aren’t appealing targets for cyber criminals if they don’t sell products online. While e-commerce sites present an opportunity for hackers to steal payment information from customers, that doesn’t mean your site is out of the running. Implement a web application firewall.

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Inside the Complex Universe of Cybersecurity

SecureWorld News

The exponential growth of Internet of Things (IoT) devices, simultaneously projected to exceed 75 billion by 2025 by Statista, presents substantial security and privacy challenges, particularly in the context of widespread 5G connectivity. Real-world conflicts cast shadows that significantly amplify cyber risks.

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Why Managed Detection and Response (MDR) is your most important security investment

CyberSecurity Insiders

Simply securing endpoints and putting up firewalls is not effective, as zero-day threats can slip under the radar and compromise the system before it is detected by endpoint solutions. That’s why a proactive defense is the best way to respond to potential cyber risks.

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