how-to

9 essential ransomware guides and checklists available for free

ANSSI, CISA, cybercrime, Don't miss, DXC Technology, Egnyte, FTC, Government, guide, Hot stuff, how-to, IBM, IBM X-Force, Malware, National Cyber Security Centre, News, Ransomware, strategy, tips /

9 essential ransomware guides and checklists available for free 02/10/2023 at 08:03 By Help Net Security According to Fortinet, ransomware activity has intensified, registering an increase of 13 times compared to the beginning of 2023 in terms of all malware detections. The rise of Ransomware-as-a-Service has primarily driven this surge in ransomware variations. According to […]

React to this headline:

Loading spinner

9 essential ransomware guides and checklists available for free Read More »

18 free Microsoft Azure cybersecurity resources you should check out

Azure, cloud security, Don't miss, Hot stuff, how-to, Microsoft, Microsoft Azure, News, skill development, strategy, tips, training /

18 free Microsoft Azure cybersecurity resources you should check out 20/09/2023 at 07:33 By Help Net Security Far exceeding a traditional public cloud platform, Azure is a comprehensive suite of over 200 products and cloud services engineered to solve current challenges and pave the way for the future. Whether you’re looking to build, run, or

React to this headline:

Loading spinner

18 free Microsoft Azure cybersecurity resources you should check out Read More »

17 free AWS cybersecurity courses you can take right now

Amazon Web Services, AWS, cloud security, Don't miss, Hot stuff, how-to, News, skill development, strategy, tips /

17 free AWS cybersecurity courses you can take right now 12/09/2023 at 08:02 By Help Net Security Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the most extensive and widely-used cloud platform in the world, providing more than 200 services through global data centers. It serves millions of clients, ranging from startups to major corporations and government organizations.

React to this headline:

Loading spinner

17 free AWS cybersecurity courses you can take right now Read More »

Empowering consumer privacy with network security

cybersecurity, Don't miss, Hot stuff, how-to, Privacy, strategy, tips, Video, Zayo Group /

Empowering consumer privacy with network security 11/09/2023 at 07:38 By Help Net Security Every online interaction hinges on the bedrock of network security. With cyber threats and data breaches making headlines daily, businesses must understand how network security safeguards consumer privacy. In this Help Net Security video, Shawn Edwards, CSO at Zayo Group, discusses how

React to this headline:

Loading spinner

Empowering consumer privacy with network security Read More »

Cyber talent gap solutions you need to know

CISO, cybersecurity, Don't miss, Hot stuff, how-to, skill development, strategy, ThreatX, tips, Video /

Cyber talent gap solutions you need to know 06/09/2023 at 07:03 By Help Net Security 90% of consumers across the US and UK are concerned about cybersecurity’s future if students aren’t exposed to the field at an earlier age, according to ThreatX. 88% are worried that today’s talent shortage will negatively impact protection of their

React to this headline:

Loading spinner

Cyber talent gap solutions you need to know Read More »

6 free resources for getting started in cybersecurity

cybersecurity, Don't miss, Hot stuff, how-to, News, skill development, strategy, tips /

6 free resources for getting started in cybersecurity 05/09/2023 at 06:32 By Help Net Security Cybersecurity is not just a career field on the rise – it’s a calling that’s increasingly vital to the infrastructure of our world. But stepping into the universe of threat vectors and intrusion detection systems might sound like a journey

React to this headline:

Loading spinner

6 free resources for getting started in cybersecurity Read More »

What true diversity in the cybersecurity industry looks like

boardroom, CISO, cybersecurity, Cyversity, Don't miss, Hot stuff, how-to, RegScale, strategy, tips, Video /

What true diversity in the cybersecurity industry looks like 28/08/2023 at 07:01 By Help Net Security In this Help Net Security video, Larry Whiteside, Jr., CISO at RegScale and President of Cyversity, discusses how, now more than ever, the cybersecurity industry needs the diversity of thought to address the increasingly complex and technology-driven challenges organizations

React to this headline:

Loading spinner

What true diversity in the cybersecurity industry looks like Read More »

Understanding how attackers exploit APIs is more important than ever

API security, cybersecurity, Don't miss, Hot stuff, how-to, Intruder, programming, strategy, tips, Video /

Understanding how attackers exploit APIs is more important than ever 22/08/2023 at 06:32 By Help Net Security In this Help Net Security video, Andy Hornegold, Product Lead at Intruder, dives into API security and explores how several recent high-profile breaches were caused by simple failings – which didn’t require sophisticated security to prevent. The number

React to this headline:

Loading spinner

Understanding how attackers exploit APIs is more important than ever Read More »

Reinventing OT security for dynamic landscapes

asvin, authentication, CISO, critical infrastructure, cybersecurity, Don't miss, Features, Hot stuff, how-to, News, opinion, regulation, Risk Management, strategy, tips, zero trust /

Reinventing OT security for dynamic landscapes 18/08/2023 at 07:05 By Mirko Zorz From understanding the challenges of disparate OT protocols and the increasing convergence with IT to grappling with the monumental role of human error, our latest interview with Rohit Bohara, CTO at asvin, delves deep into the landscape of OT security. As cloud solutions

React to this headline:

Loading spinner

Reinventing OT security for dynamic landscapes Read More »

Deception technology and breach anticipation strategies

CISO, cybersecurity, deception, digital transformation, Don't miss, Features, Hot stuff, how-to, Insider Threat, Lupovis, News, opinion, security operations, strategy, tips /

Deception technology and breach anticipation strategies 14/08/2023 at 08:02 By Mirko Zorz Cybersecurity is undergoing a paradigm shift. Previously, defenses were built on the assumption of keeping adversaries out; now, strategies are formed with the idea that they might already be within the network. This modern approach has given rise to advanced methods prioritizing rapid

React to this headline:

Loading spinner

Deception technology and breach anticipation strategies Read More »

How to accelerate and access DDoS protection services using GRE

attack, CISO, cybersecurity, DDoS, Don't miss, Gcore, Hot stuff, how-to, strategy, tips, Video /

How to accelerate and access DDoS protection services using GRE 11/08/2023 at 06:31 By Help Net Security As we entered 2023, the cybersecurity landscape witnessed an increase in sophisticated, high-volume attacks, according to Gcore. The maximum attack power rose from 600 to 800 Gbps. UDP flood attacks were most common and amounted to 52% of

React to this headline:

Loading spinner

How to accelerate and access DDoS protection services using GRE Read More »

Using creative recruitment strategies to tackle the cybersecurity skills shortage

CISO, cybersecurity, cybersecurity talent, Don't miss, Features, Hot stuff, how-to, News, opinion, Raytheon, security awareness, skill development, strategy /

Using creative recruitment strategies to tackle the cybersecurity skills shortage 09/08/2023 at 07:03 By Mirko Zorz With the increasing complexity of cyber threats and the global shortage of cybersecurity experts, organizations are looking for creative approaches to recruiting and retaining top talent. In this Help Net Security interview, Jon Check, Executive Director of Cybersecurity Protection

React to this headline:

Loading spinner

Using creative recruitment strategies to tackle the cybersecurity skills shortage Read More »

Navigating the gray zone of ransomware payment practices

CISO, cybercrime, cybercriminals, cybersecurity, Don't miss, Hot stuff, how-to, Malware, Ransomware, strategy, tips, Video /

Navigating the gray zone of ransomware payment practices 07/08/2023 at 06:33 By Help Net Security Ransomware remains a lucrative tool for cybercriminals as attackers continue to target a wide array of businesses. In response to this growing threat, an increasing number of organizations are compelled to meet ransom demands, perceiving it as their only viable

React to this headline:

Loading spinner

Navigating the gray zone of ransomware payment practices Read More »

How local governments can combat cybercrime

CISO, cybercrime, Don't miss, Government, Hot stuff, how-to, strategy, tips, Video /

How local governments can combat cybercrime 03/08/2023 at 07:01 By Help Net Security Amid a recent uptick in cybercrime on local governments, cities have been left to recover for months after the initial attack. For example, leaders in Dallas, Texas are ready to spend months recovering from an attack that hindered the city’s 911 emergency

React to this headline:

Loading spinner

How local governments can combat cybercrime Read More »

From tech expertise to leadership: Unpacking the role of a CISO

CISO, cybersecurity, data, Data Protection, Don't miss, Features, GoTo, Hot stuff, how-to, News, opinion, strategy, tips /

From tech expertise to leadership: Unpacking the role of a CISO 02/08/2023 at 07:34 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Attila Török, CISO at GoTo, discusses how to balance technical expertise and leadership and how he navigates the rapidly evolving technological landscape. We also delve into the key challenges faced in communicating

React to this headline:

Loading spinner

From tech expertise to leadership: Unpacking the role of a CISO Read More »

Strategies for ensuring compliance and security in outdated healthcare IT systems

CIO, CISO, cybersecurity, Don't miss, Hot stuff, how-to, legacy technology, strategy, tips, Video /

Strategies for ensuring compliance and security in outdated healthcare IT systems 01/08/2023 at 07:02 By Help Net Security With the average price tag for a healthcare data breach at an all-time high, the overall financial damage to an organization is high regarding economic loss and reputation repair. According to the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency

React to this headline:

Loading spinner

Strategies for ensuring compliance and security in outdated healthcare IT systems Read More »

Strengthening the weakest links in the digital supply chain

CISO, cybersecurity, Don't miss, Hot stuff, how-to, strategy, supply chain, tips, Video /

Strengthening the weakest links in the digital supply chain 24/07/2023 at 07:05 By Help Net Security In this Help Net Security video, Marc Gaffan, CEO at IONIX, discusses how businesses’ biggest cybersecurity mistake is not protecting the full external attack surface that continues to expand to include a businesses’ entire digital supply chain. This is

React to this headline:

Loading spinner

Strengthening the weakest links in the digital supply chain Read More »

Using AI/ML to optimize your tech stack and enhance business efficiency

Artificial Intelligence, CIO, digital transformation, Don't miss, Features, Hot stuff, how-to, Lenovo, machine learning, News, opinion, regulation, strategy, tips /

Using AI/ML to optimize your tech stack and enhance business efficiency 19/07/2023 at 07:32 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Arthur Hu, SVP, Global CIO and Services & Solutions Group CTO at Lenovo, discusses how AI/ML is optimizing tech stacks, the hurdles anticipated in its integration, the role of AI in enterprise

React to this headline:

Loading spinner

Using AI/ML to optimize your tech stack and enhance business efficiency Read More »

What to do (and what not to do) after a data breach

CISO, cybersecurity, data breach, Don't miss, Hot stuff, how-to, strategy, tips, Video /

What to do (and what not to do) after a data breach 19/07/2023 at 07:02 By Help Net Security Data breaches have been hitting the headlines left and right. Every time a breach occurs, the impacted organization’s response differs from the last. In this Help Net Security video, Rodman Ramezanian, Global Cloud Threat Lead at

React to this headline:

Loading spinner

What to do (and what not to do) after a data breach Read More »

CISOs under pressure: Protecting sensitive information in the age of high employee turnover

access management, Artificial Intelligence, burnout, CISO, cybersecurity, Don't miss, Features, Gartner, Hot stuff, how-to, identity management, machine learning, News, NIST, opinion, remote working, security ROI, strategy, supply chain attacks, threats, tips, zero trust /

CISOs under pressure: Protecting sensitive information in the age of high employee turnover 17/07/2023 at 07:31 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Charles Brooks, Adjunct Professor at Georgetown University’s Applied Intelligence Program and graduate Cybersecurity Programs, talks about how zero trust principles, identity access management, and managed security services are crucial for

React to this headline:

Loading spinner

CISOs under pressure: Protecting sensitive information in the age of high employee turnover Read More »

Scroll to Top