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Businesses turn to private AI for enhanced security and data management

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Businesses turn to private AI for enhanced security and data management 2024-09-30 at 06:31 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Joe Baguley, CTO EMEA at Broadcom, shares insights on private AI and its significance in data security. He explains how it helps organizations maintain control over sensitive information while addressing the complexities […]

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Developing an effective cyberwarfare response plan

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Developing an effective cyberwarfare response plan 2024-09-27 at 07:01 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Nadir Izrael, CTO at Armis, discusses how AI has transformed cyberwarfare by amplifying attacks’ scale and sophistication. Izrael emphasizes the need for AI-powered defenses and proactive cybersecurity strategies to combat these evolving threats. How has adopting AI

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Compliance management strategies for protecting data in complex regulatory environments

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Compliance management strategies for protecting data in complex regulatory environments 2024-09-26 at 07:02 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Andrius Buinovskis, Head of Product at NordLayer, discusses how organizations can assess their compliance management and ensure they meet regulatory requirements. Buinovskis also addresses the challenges of managing multiple frameworks and offers strategies

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Securing non-human identities: Why fragmented strategies fail

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Securing non-human identities: Why fragmented strategies fail 2024-09-25 at 07:31 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, John Yeoh, Global VP of Research at CSA, discusses the growing security challenges posed by non-human identities (NHIs). With NHIs now outnumbering human identities by 20 to 1, organizations are struggling to secure these digital entities

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Future-proofing cybersecurity: Why talent development is key

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Future-proofing cybersecurity: Why talent development is key 2024-09-24 at 08:01 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Jon France, CISO at ISC2, discusses cybersecurity workforce growth. He outlines organizations’ challenges, such as budget constraints and limited entry-level opportunities. France also points to the urgent need to upskill current employees and adopt inclusive hiring

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Offensive cyber operations are more than just attacks

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Offensive cyber operations are more than just attacks 2024-09-23 at 07:01 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Christopher Jones, Chief Technology Officer and Chief Data Officer at Nightwing, talks about some key misconceptions and complexities surrounding offensive cyber operations. Many myths stem from a simplistic view of these operations, ranging from direct

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Striking the balance between cybersecurity and operational efficiency

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Striking the balance between cybersecurity and operational efficiency 2024-09-20 at 07:31 By Mirko Zorz In this Help, Net Security interview, Michael Oberlaender, ex-CISO, and book author, discusses how to strike the right balance between security and operational efficiency. Oberlaender advises companies starting their cybersecurity journey and stresses the importance of aligning with various frameworks. He

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Essential metrics for effective security program assessment

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Essential metrics for effective security program assessment 2024-09-19 at 07:02 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Alex Spivakovsky, VP of Research & Cybersecurity at Pentera, discusses essential metrics for evaluating the success of security programs. Spivakovsky explains how automation and proactive testing can reveal vulnerabilities and improve overall security posture. What are

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Detecting vulnerable code in software dependencies is more complex than it seems

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Detecting vulnerable code in software dependencies is more complex than it seems 2024-09-18 at 07:31 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Henrik Plate, CISSP, security researcher, Endor Labs, discusses the complexities AppSec teams face in identifying vulnerabilities within software dependencies. Plate also discusses the limitations of traditional software composition analysis (SCA) solutions

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The growing danger of visual hacking and how to protect against it

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The growing danger of visual hacking and how to protect against it 2024-09-17 at 07:01 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Robert Ramsey, CEO at Rain Technology, discusses the growing threat of visual hacking, how it bypasses traditional cybersecurity measures, and the importance of physical barriers like switchable privacy screens. Could you

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Compliance frameworks and GenAI: The Wild West of security standards

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Compliance frameworks and GenAI: The Wild West of security standards 2024-09-16 at 07:01 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Kristian Kamber, CEO at SplxAI, discusses how security challenges for GenAI differ from traditional software. Unlike predictable software, GenAI introduces dynamic, evolving threats, requiring new strategies for defense and compliance. Kamber highlights the

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Top priorities for federal cybersecurity: Infrastructure, zero trust, and AI-driven defense

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Top priorities for federal cybersecurity: Infrastructure, zero trust, and AI-driven defense 2024-09-12 at 07:01 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security, Erica Banks, VP and a leader in Booz Allen’s civilian services business, discusses the Federal Cybersecurity Strategy’s role in safeguarding national assets. Banks outlines key areas for improvement, including funding, talent retention, and

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How AI and zero trust are transforming resilience strategies

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How AI and zero trust are transforming resilience strategies 2024-09-11 at 07:01 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, John Hernandez, President and General Manager at Quest Software, shares practical advice for enhancing cybersecurity resilience against advanced threats. He underscores the need to focus on on-premises and cloud environments, adapt to new regulations,

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How human-led threat hunting complements automation in detecting cyber threats

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How human-led threat hunting complements automation in detecting cyber threats 2024-09-10 at 07:01 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Shane Cox, Director, Cyber Fusion Center at MorganFranklin Consulting, discusses the evolving methodologies and strategies in threat hunting and explains how human-led approaches complement each other to form a robust defense. Cox also

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Best practices for implementing the Principle of Least Privilege

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Best practices for implementing the Principle of Least Privilege 2024-09-09 at 07:02 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Umaimah Khan, CEO of Opal Security, shares her insights on implementing the Principle of Least Privilege (PoLP). She discusses best practices for effective integration, benefits for operational efficiency and audit readiness, and how to

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The future of automotive cybersecurity: Treating vehicles as endpoints

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The future of automotive cybersecurity: Treating vehicles as endpoints 2024-09-05 at 07:31 By Zeljka Zorz The automotive industry is facing many of the same cybersecurity risks and threats that successful organizations in other sectors are up against, but it’s also battling some distinct ones. In this Help Net Security interview, Josh Smith, Principal Threat Analyst

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Protecting national interests: Balancing cybersecurity and operational realities

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Protecting national interests: Balancing cybersecurity and operational realities 2024-09-04 at 07:31 By Mirko Zorz With cyber threats becoming increasingly sophisticated and targeting critical infrastructure, in this Help Net Security interview, David Ferbrache, managing director of Beyond Blue, discusses the current state of cybersecurity readiness and resilience. Ferbrache talks about the complexities of managing both traditional

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How ransomware tactics are shifting, and what it means for your business

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How ransomware tactics are shifting, and what it means for your business 2024-09-03 at 07:01 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Tim West, Director of Threat Intelligence and Outreach at WithSecure, discusses Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) with a focus on how these cybercriminal operations are adapting to increased competition, shifting structures, and a fragmented

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Behind the scenes of Serious Cryptography

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Behind the scenes of Serious Cryptography 2024-08-27 at 07:45 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Jean-Philippe Aumasson, discusses the writing and research process for Serious Cryptography, his latest book. With a career steeped in research and practical cryptography, Aumasson offers a rare glimpse into the efforts required to distill complex concepts into

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AI for application security: Balancing automation with human oversight

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AI for application security: Balancing automation with human oversight 2024-08-20 at 07:01 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Kyle Wickert, Worldwide Strategic Architect at AlgoSec, discusses the role of AI in application security, exploring how it’s transforming threat detection and response. Wickert talks about integrating security testing throughout the development lifecycle, the

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