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Top 5 threats keeping CISOs up at night in 2025

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Top 5 threats keeping CISOs up at night in 2025 2025-03-14 at 08:05 By Help Net Security Cyber threats in 2025 require a proactive, adaptive approach. To stay ahead, CISOs must balance technical defenses, regulatory expectations, and human factors. By prioritizing AI-driven security, ransomware resilience, supply chain risk management, insider threat mitigation, and compliance preparedness, […]

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94% of Wi-Fi networks lack protection against deauthentication attacks

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94% of Wi-Fi networks lack protection against deauthentication attacks 2025-03-14 at 07:34 By Help Net Security A recent report from Nozomi Networks Labs, based on an analysis of over 500,000 wireless networks worldwide, reveals that only 6% are adequately protected against wireless deauthentication attacks. Most wireless networks, including those in mission-critical environments, remain highly exposed

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New infosec products of the week: March 14, 2025

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New infosec products of the week: March 14, 2025 2025-03-14 at 07:01 By Help Net Security Here’s a look at the most interesting products from the past week, featuring releases from Alloy, Detectify, Pondurance, and SimSpace. SimSpace Stack Optimizer allows organizations to measure their security technologies Stack Optimizer is designed to help organizations make informed,

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How to secure your personal metadata from online trackers

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How to secure your personal metadata from online trackers 2025-03-13 at 18:02 By Anamarija Pogorelec When it comes to safeguarding your privacy online, most people focus on securing passwords, encrypting communications, and clearing browsing history. While these practices are essential, they overlook one important element—metadata. This data, which is collected about your digital interactions, can

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CISOs, are your medical devices secure? Attackers are watching closely

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CISOs, are your medical devices secure? Attackers are watching closely 2025-03-13 at 08:02 By Mirko Zorz The adoption of connected medical devices, collectively called the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT), has transformed patient care. However, this technological advancement has also introduced cybersecurity challenges to safeguard patient safety and uphold organizational security. Securing IoMT: Prioritizing risks

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Cybersecurity classics: 10 books that shaped the industry

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Cybersecurity classics: 10 books that shaped the industry 2025-03-13 at 07:32 By Help Net Security Cybersecurity constantly evolves, but some books have stood the test of time, shaping how professionals think about security, risk, and digital threats. Whether you’re a CISO, a seasoned expert, or cybersecurity enthusiast, these must-reads belong on your shelf. Masters of

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Cybersecurity jobs available right now in Europe: March 13, 2025

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Cybersecurity jobs available right now in Europe: March 13, 2025 2025-03-13 at 07:01 By Anamarija Pogorelec Cloud Security Engineer TUI Group | Portugal | Hybrid – View job details As a Cloud Security Engineer, you will contribute to the implementation of security solutions and will work alongside our Security Operations team to ensure appropriate controls

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Goodbye passwords? Enterprises ramping up passkey adoption

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Goodbye passwords? Enterprises ramping up passkey adoption 2025-03-12 at 18:01 By Help Net Security 87% of companies have, or are in the midst of, rolling out passkeys with goals tied to improved user experience, enhanced security, and compliance, according to the FIDO Alliance. Key findings Enterprises understand the value of passkeys for workforce sign-ins. Most

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NIST selects HQC as backup algorithm for post-quantum encryption

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NIST selects HQC as backup algorithm for post-quantum encryption 2025-03-12 at 13:32 By Help Net Security Last year, NIST standardized a set of encryption algorithms that can keep data secure from a cyberattack by a future quantum computer. Now, NIST has selected a backup algorithm that can provide a second line of defense for the

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NetBird: Open-source network security

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NetBird: Open-source network security 2025-03-12 at 08:03 By Help Net Security NetBird is an open-source solution that integrates a configuration-free peer-to-peer private network with centralized access control, providing a single platform to build secure private networks for your organization or home. NetBird features NetBird creates a WireGuard-based overlay network that automatically connects your machines over

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Burnout in cybersecurity: How CISOs can protect their teams (and themselves)

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Burnout in cybersecurity: How CISOs can protect their teams (and themselves) 2025-03-12 at 07:37 By Mirko Zorz Cybersecurity is a high-stakes, high-pressure field in which CISOs and their teams constantly battle threats, compliance requirements, and business expectations. The demand for 24/7 vigilance, sophisticated attacks, and a shortage of skilled professionals have led to a burnout

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How to spot and avoid AI-generated scams

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How to spot and avoid AI-generated scams 2025-03-11 at 18:02 By Help Net Security As AI technology advances, cybercriminals create more personalized and convincing scams. This includes mimicking voices, deepfake videos, and highly convincing phishing emails that are difficult to spot. Phishing, deepfakes, and voice cloning are among the most common AI-driven techniques used by

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Smart cybersecurity spending and how CISOs can invest where it matters

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Smart cybersecurity spending and how CISOs can invest where it matters 2025-03-11 at 08:30 By Mirko Zorz CISOs face mounting pressure to spend wisely on security. Yet, many organizations remain vulnerable due to misplaced priorities and inefficient budgeting. This article explores common pitfalls and offers strategies to strengthen cybersecurity. Recent data highlights a paradox: while

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How remote work strengthens cybersecurity teams

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How remote work strengthens cybersecurity teams 2025-03-11 at 07:32 By Anamarija Pogorelec The global transition to remote work has reshaped traditional workplace dynamics, introducing challenges and opportunities for cybersecurity teams. For CISOs and security professionals, embracing a remote workforce can be a strategic advantage, enhancing team capabilities and driving the modernization of security practices. Specialized

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Review: The Cybersecurity Trinity

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Review: The Cybersecurity Trinity 2025-03-10 at 18:02 By Mirko Zorz The Cybersecurity Trinity provides a comprehensive approach to modern cybersecurity by integrating AI, automation, and active cyber defense (ACD) into a unified strategy. Instead of addressing these elements in isolation, the author demonstrates how they work together to enhance security effectiveness, offering a practical and

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March 2025 Patch Tuesday forecast: A return to normalcy

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March 2025 Patch Tuesday forecast: A return to normalcy 2025-03-10 at 08:33 By Help Net Security The February Patch Tuesday updates and activity during the month marked a return to normalcy for patch management. Following the January updates addressing 100+ vulnerabilities, we saw 37 CVEs fixed in Windows 11 and 33 CVEs in Windows 10.

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Hetty: Open-source HTTP toolkit for security research

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Hetty: Open-source HTTP toolkit for security research 2025-03-10 at 08:17 By Help Net Security Hetty is an open-source HTTP toolkit designed for security research, offering a free alternative to commercial tools like Burp Suite Pro. Built with the needs of penetration testers, security professionals, and bug bounty hunters in mind, Hetty provides a set of

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How to safely dispose of old tech without leaving a security risk

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How to safely dispose of old tech without leaving a security risk 2025-03-10 at 07:30 By Help Net Security Every year, millions of old tech are thrown away due to age, malfunctions, or to make way for new ones, which creates security risks related to the data on these devices. The data can often still

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Week in review: How QR code attacks work and how to protect yourself, 10 must-reads for CISOs

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Week in review: How QR code attacks work and how to protect yourself, 10 must-reads for CISOs 2025-03-09 at 11:02 By Help Net Security Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news, articles, interviews and videos: How QR code attacks work and how to protect yourself While QR codes are convenient, they

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