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When everything’s connected, everything’s at risk

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When everything’s connected, everything’s at risk 2025-10-21 at 09:02 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Ken Deitz, CISO at Brown & Brown, discusses how the definition of cyber risk has expanded beyond IT to include IoT, OT, and broader supply chain ecosystems. As organizations connect these assets through cloud and networked systems, […]

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Most AI privacy research looks the wrong way

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Most AI privacy research looks the wrong way 2025-10-20 at 13:19 By Mirko Zorz Most research on LLM privacy has focused on the wrong problem, according to a new paper by researchers from Carnegie Mellon University and Northeastern University. The authors argue that while most technical studies target data memorization, the biggest risks come from […]

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A new approach to blockchain spam: Local reputation over global rules

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A new approach to blockchain spam: Local reputation over global rules 2025-10-17 at 10:18 By Mirko Zorz Spam has long been a nuisance in blockchain networks, clogging transaction queues and driving up fees. A new research paper from Delft University of Technology introduces a decentralized solution called STARVESPAM that could help nodes in permissionless blockchains […]

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When trusted AI connections turn hostile

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When trusted AI connections turn hostile 2025-10-16 at 09:02 By Mirko Zorz Researchers have revealed a new security blind spot in how LLM applications connect to external systems. Their study shows that malicious Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers can quietly take control of hosts, manipulate LLM behavior, and deceive users, all while staying undetected by […]

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What if your privacy tools could learn as they go?

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What if your privacy tools could learn as they go? 2025-10-14 at 11:49 By Mirko Zorz A new academic study proposes a way to design privacy mechanisms that can make use of prior knowledge about how data is distributed, even when that information is incomplete. The method allows privacy guarantees to stay mathematically sound while […]

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What Chat Control means for your privacy

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What Chat Control means for your privacy 2025-10-14 at 08:00 By Mirko Zorz The EU’s proposed Chat Control (CSAM Regulation) aims to combat child sexual abuse material by requiring digital platforms to detect, report, and remove illegal content, including grooming behaviors. Cybersecurity experts warn that such measures could undermine encryption, create new attack surfaces, and […]

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Building a healthcare cybersecurity strategy that works

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Building a healthcare cybersecurity strategy that works 2025-10-13 at 09:41 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Wayman Cummings, CISO at Ochsner Health, talks about building a healthcare cybersecurity strategy, even when resources are tight. He explains how focusing on areas like vulnerability management and network segmentation can make the biggest difference. Cummings […]

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From theory to training: Lessons in making NICE usable

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From theory to training: Lessons in making NICE usable 2025-10-10 at 09:02 By Mirko Zorz SMBs may not have big budgets, but they are on the receiving end of many cyberattacks. A new study from Cleveland State University looked at how these companies could train staff without getting lost in the thousands of skills and […]

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Behind the screens: Building security customers appreciate

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Behind the screens: Building security customers appreciate 2025-10-09 at 08:03 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Jess Vachon, CISO at PRA Group, discusses the company’s multi-layered defense against fraud and its commitment to protecting customer trust. Vachon explains how PRA Group balances identity verification with a seamless customer experience. Vachon also reflects […]

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Rethinking AI security architectures beyond Earth

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Rethinking AI security architectures beyond Earth 2025-10-08 at 09:39 By Mirko Zorz If you think managing cloud security is complex, try doing it across hundreds of satellites orbiting the planet. Each one is a moving endpoint that must stay secure while communicating through long, delay-prone links. A new study explores how AI could automate security […]

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How to get better results from bug bounty programs without wasting money

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How to get better results from bug bounty programs without wasting money 2025-10-07 at 14:03 By Mirko Zorz The wrong bug bounty strategy can flood your team with low-value reports. The right one can surface critical vulnerabilities that would otherwise slip through. A new academic study based on Google’s Vulnerability Rewards Program (VRP) offers rare […]

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How to succeed at cybersecurity job interviews

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How to succeed at cybersecurity job interviews 2025-10-06 at 09:06 By Sinisa Markovic Imagine this: you’ve made it through the résumé screen, your skills look solid on paper, and now it’s interview day. The next hour will decide whether you move forward or go back to the job boards. What separates the candidates who land […]

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Building a mature automotive cybersecurity program beyond checklists

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Building a mature automotive cybersecurity program beyond checklists 2025-10-02 at 09:41 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Robert Sullivan, CIO & CISO at Agero, shares his perspective on automotive cybersecurity. He discusses strategies for developing mature security programs, meeting regulatory requirements, and addressing supply chain risks. Sullivan also looks ahead to how […]

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The hidden risks inside open-source code

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The hidden risks inside open-source code 2025-09-30 at 09:12 By Mirko Zorz Open-source software is everywhere. It runs the browsers we use, the apps we rely on, and the infrastructure that keeps businesses connected. For many security leaders, it is simply part of the environment, not something they think about every day. That is where […]

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Cyber risk quantification helps CISOs secure executive support

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Cyber risk quantification helps CISOs secure executive support 2025-09-30 at 08:44 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Vivien Bilquez, Global Head of Cyber Resilience at Zurich Resilience Solutions, discusses how organizations are rethinking cyber resilience. He talks about the priorities CISOs should focus on and the risks that are often overlooked. Bilquez […]

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Keeping the internet afloat: How to protect the global cable network

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Keeping the internet afloat: How to protect the global cable network 2025-09-30 at 08:08 By Mirko Zorz The resilience of the world’s submarine cable network is under new pressure from geopolitical tensions, supply chain risks, and slow repair processes. A new report from the Center for Cybersecurity Policy and Law outlines how governments and industry […]

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Building a stronger SOC through AI augmentation

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Building a stronger SOC through AI augmentation 2025-09-24 at 09:22 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Tim Bramble, Director of Threat Detection and Response at OpenText, discusses how SOC teams are gaining value from AI in detecting and prioritizing threats. By learning what “normal” looks like across users and systems, AI helps […]

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How Juventus protects fans, revenue, and reputation during matchdays

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How Juventus protects fans, revenue, and reputation during matchdays 2025-09-22 at 10:29 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Mirko Rinaldini, Head of ICT at Juventus Football Club, discusses the club’s approach to cyber risk strategy. Juventus has developed a threat-led, outcomes-driven program that balances innovation with protections across matchdays, e-commerce, and digital […]

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LLMs can boost cybersecurity decisions, but not for everyone

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LLMs can boost cybersecurity decisions, but not for everyone 2025-09-19 at 09:11 By Mirko Zorz LLMs are moving fast from experimentation to daily use in cybersecurity. Teams are starting to use them to sort through threat intelligence, guide incident response, and help analysts handle repetitive work. But adding AI into the decision-making process brings new […]

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