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Cisco to Acquire Splunk for $28 Billion

eSecurity Planet

In a blockbuster deal that could shake up the cybersecurity market, Cisco announced this morning that it will acquire Splunk for $28 billion. Why Cisco and Splunk Are a Match Splunk was an early mover in the market for cloud SIEM solutions, which gave it a strong early advantage.

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Cyber Insurance Prices Continue to Rise

SecureWorld News

Some believe it should be a requirement for organizations to have in the event of a cyberattack, while others might prefer to rely on their security defenses and avoid paying a costly rate.

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Hidden Biases in Cybersecurity Reviews – And How to Use Them

eSecurity Planet

For example, when surveying the market for email security, survey results should include respondents from each category that might represent different needs. Buyers should still use these reports to understand the market and the trends, but put less emphasis on the position of the vendors in the rankings.

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Cybersecurity Mergers Flatline. Here’s Why That Won’t Last.

eSecurity Planet

This has also been evident in declining venture capital funding for startups and the slumping IPO market too. Those investors took a big haircut on the deal, but those kinds of discounts are what will get the M&A market going again. That gives startups and their investors few options for exits or raising capital. Consulting.

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Black Hat AI Tools Fuel Rise in Business Email Compromise (BEC) Attacks

eSecurity Planet

The forums contain marketing of ChatGPT-like custom modules, which are expressly promoted as black hat alternatives. These modules are marketed as having no ethical bounds or limitations, giving hackers unrestricted ability to use AI for illegal activities.

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News Alert: Jscrambler launches free tool for new PCI DSS anti-skimming requirements

The Last Watchdog

requirements by early 2025, it is imperative that they take action now to identify where any gaps in their security defenses are and take proactive steps to mitigate them. I’m delighted to work closely with the team to ensure we’re developing one of the most advanced solutions in the market.”

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Email Security Recommendations You Should Consider from 2021

Cisco Security

With contributions from Jamal “Jay” Bethea, Cisco Secure Email Product Marketing Manager. Think email security is not complicated; think again. Email Attachments: One of two main methods to penetrate security defenses with malicious content by email.

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