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Increased spending doesn’t translate to improved cybersecurity posture

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Increased spending doesn’t translate to improved cybersecurity posture 22/06/2023 at 06:21 By Help Net Security Security teams are stretched, with not enough people, skills or budget to cope with all their priorities, according to Panaseer. Average cybersecurity budgets increase in 2023 The survey of over 400 cybersecurity decision makers and practitioners across the US and […]

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How to create SBOMs for container images

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How to create SBOMs for container images 21/06/2023 at 09:06 By Help Net Security The importance of software bills of materials (SBOMs) has grown substantially in recent years as organizations recognize the need for greater transparency in the software supply chain. This focus on SBOMs is a response to increasing cybersecurity threats and legislative efforts

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Empowering Google security and networking solutions with AI

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Empowering Google security and networking solutions with AI 21/06/2023 at 06:47 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Sunil Potti, VP and GM, Cloud Security Google Cloud, talks about how new security and networking solutions powered by AI help improve security so Google customers can address their most pressing security challenges and remain

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The significance of CIS Control mapping in the 2023 Verizon DBIR

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The significance of CIS Control mapping in the 2023 Verizon DBIR 20/06/2023 at 07:48 By Help Net Security Verizon’s recently released 2023 Data Breach Investigation Report (DBIR) provides organizations with a comprehensive analysis of the evolving threat landscape and valuable insights into incident types and vulnerabilities. This year, the report includes the mapping of CIS

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10 open-source recon tools worth your time

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10 open-source recon tools worth your time 20/06/2023 at 07:02 By Help Net Security Recon is the initial stage in the penetration testing process. It’s a vital phase allowing the tester to understand their target and strategize their moves. Here are ten open-source recon tools that deserve to be in your arsenal. Altdns Altdns is

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Goodbyes are difficult, IT offboarding processes make them harder

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Goodbyes are difficult, IT offboarding processes make them harder 19/06/2023 at 07:32 By Help Net Security When employees, contractors and service providers leave an organization, they take with them knowledge, capabilities, and professional achievements. They should leave behind any proprietary or confidential data belonging to the organization, but Osterman Research found that 69% of organizations

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How to simplify the process of compliance with U.S. Executive Order 14028

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How to simplify the process of compliance with U.S. Executive Order 14028 19/06/2023 at 07:03 By Help Net Security In this Help Net Security video, Nick Mistry, SVP and CISO at Lineaje, offers tips to simplify the process of compliance with U.S. Executive Order 14028. A key part of U.S. Executive Order 14028 is for

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Three cybersecurity actions that make a difference

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Three cybersecurity actions that make a difference 19/06/2023 at 06:02 By Help Net Security Organizations that closely align their cybersecurity programs to business objectives are 18% more likely to achieve target revenue growth and market share and improve customer satisfaction, as well as 26% more likely to lower the cost of cybersecurity breaches/incidents, on average,

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Red teaming can be the ground truth for CISOs and execs

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Red teaming can be the ground truth for CISOs and execs 16/06/2023 at 08:03 By Help Net Security This year, against the backdrop of attacks on everyone from healthcare institutions and schools to financial services organizations, as well as the introduction of legislation across the UK and EU to move security up the agenda, cybersecurity

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Cybercriminals return to business as usual in a post-pandemic world

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Cybercriminals return to business as usual in a post-pandemic world 16/06/2023 at 06:31 By Help Net Security After two years of pandemic-induced disruption, 2022 was a return to business as usual for the world’s cybercriminals, according to Proofpoint. As COVID-19 medical and economic programs began to wind down, attackers had to find new ways to

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Cybersecurity culture improves despite the dark clouds of the past year

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Cybersecurity culture improves despite the dark clouds of the past year 16/06/2023 at 06:00 By Help Net Security Despite a hardening economic climate, heightened global tensions and the onset of new technology making cybercrime easier, 76% of the CISOs, suggested that no material breaches had occurred and 60% said that no material cybersecurity incident had

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How secure is your vehicle with digital key technology?

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How secure is your vehicle with digital key technology? 15/06/2023 at 08:22 By Help Net Security Digital key technology allows mobile devices to streamline approval for everyday access points, making it a fitting solution for the automotive industry. While there are a few different approaches to implementing digital keys for automotive use, a secure digital

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How cybercriminals target energy companies

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How cybercriminals target energy companies 15/06/2023 at 07:34 By Help Net Security In this Help Net Security video, Jim Simpson, Director of Threat Intelligence at Searchlight Cyber, discusses how cybercriminals employ specialized strategies when targeting energy companies. This is primarily due to the sensitive and valuable information these organizations hold and their critical role in

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Cyber debt levels reach tipping point

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Cyber debt levels reach tipping point 15/06/2023 at 06:35 By Help Net Security The tension between difficult economic conditions and the pace of technology innovation, including the evolution of AI, is influencing the growth of identity-led cybersecurity exposure, according to CyberArk. The CyberArk’s report details how these issues – allied to an expected 240% growth

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Small organizations outpace large enterprises in MFA adoption

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Small organizations outpace large enterprises in MFA adoption 15/06/2023 at 06:04 By Help Net Security The use of MFA has nearly doubled since 2020 and that phishing-resistant authenticators represent the best choice in terms of security and convenience for users, according to Okta. MFA authentication gains traction MFA authentication has steadily gained traction across organizations

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Enhancing security team capabilities in tough economic times

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Enhancing security team capabilities in tough economic times 14/06/2023 at 07:02 By Help Net Security According to ESG, 70% of cybersecurity pros expect budget cuts or freezes this year, which, in turn, will trigger project delays and greater vendor scrutiny. Understaffing and low budgets are ever-present challenges, but security teams are uniquely affected by alert

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Ignoring digital transformation is more dangerous than a recession

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Ignoring digital transformation is more dangerous than a recession 14/06/2023 at 07:02 By Help Net Security Business leaders worldwide understand they need to invest in digital transformation to meet a new innovation imperative, despite ongoing macroeconomic pressures and an increasingly uncertain, competitive business environment, according to Insight. The pandemic accelerated transformation in every industry as

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How to achieve cyber resilience?

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How to achieve cyber resilience? 13/06/2023 at 07:32 By Help Net Security Cyber resilience is a leading strategic priority today, and most enterprises are now pursuing programs to bolster their ability to mitigate attacks. Yet despite the importance placed on cyber resilience, many organizations struggle to measure their capabilities or track their progress. They are

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Quantum computing’s threat to national security

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Quantum computing’s threat to national security 13/06/2023 at 07:02 By Help Net Security In this Help Net Security video, Denis Mandich, CTO at Qrypt, talks about quantum computing. If we thought AI turned security and privacy on their head, quantum computing will break how we encrypt data today and risk revealing sensitive data of citizens,

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Building a culture of security awareness in healthcare begins with leadership

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Building a culture of security awareness in healthcare begins with leadership 12/06/2023 at 07:35 By Mirko Zorz With the rise of modern trends such as cloud computing and remote work, healthcare institutions strive to balance accessibility, convenience, and robust security. In this Help Net Security interview, Ken Briggs, General Counsel at Salucro, discusses how fostering

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