5 pivotal cybersecurity trends for 2024 2023-12-28 at 07:01 By Help Net Security In 2023, cyberattacks surged both in terms of frequency and sophistication. The proliferation of cutting-edge hacking tools and technologies – now more accessible than ever thanks to advances in generative AI – created an environment conducive for cyber threats to flourish, forcing […]
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Security takes a backseat as CTOs and CIOs lean towards AI in 2024 2023-12-28 at 06:31 By Help Net Security 35% of IT leaders will prioritize reducing time and resources on repetitive tasks in 2024, as 59% claim IT support is where the majority of their time is spent, according to Exclaimer. The survey results
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The dawn of the autonomous enterprise is on the horizon 2023-12-28 at 06:01 By Help Net Security 90% of IT decision-makers plan to deploy more automation, including AI, in the next 12 months, according to Digitate. IT leaders embrace AI-powered automation 26% of respondents plan to implement machine-operated tasks that require limited human input or
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How to incorporate human-centric security 2023-12-27 at 07:32 By Help Net Security Cybersecurity is awash in threat detection and mitigation solutions: SIEM, DLP, SOAR, MDR, EDR, XDR, and more. Threat detection is essential, as it serves to locate and minimize the threat as quickly and effectively as possible. However, some companies are starting to embrace
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5 free generative AI courses you can take right now 2023-12-27 at 07:01 By Help Net Security Generative AI (GenAI) is a form of artificial intelligence technology focused on generating new content. This can include text, images, audio, and other media types. It’s a rapidly evolving field with significant implications in various industries, technology, and
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Essential DDoS statistics for understanding attack impact 2023-12-27 at 06:32 By Help Net Security The impact of DDoS attacks extends far beyond mere inconvenience, as they can result in financial losses, compromised data, and erosion of customer trust. Understanding the nature and consequences of DDoS activity is essential for organizations and individuals alike as they
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Data security and cost are key cloud adoption challenges for financial industry 2023-12-27 at 06:05 By Help Net Security 91% of banks and insurance companies have now initiated their cloud journey, a significant increase from 2020, when only 37% of firms had embarked on their cloud transformations, according to Capgemini. However, this high rate and
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3 main tactics attackers use to bypass MFA 2023-12-26 at 07:09 By Help Net Security Notable security breaches have bypassed MFA to compromise taxi broker Uber, games company EA, and authentication business Okta, according to SE Labs. CISOs must bolster MFA protections SE Labs advised CISOs to step-up their efforts against attacks on systems protected
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Verification roadblocks cause frustration for digital nomads 2023-12-26 at 06:36 By Help Net Security Digital nomads are expressing the most frustration when interacting with organizations offering services in the United States, according to Regula. This revelation comes as a surprise, given that the United States was the most frequented destination for the digital nomad community
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Rising fintech trends for 2024: From A2A payments to GenAI in banking 2023-12-26 at 06:02 By Help Net Security The fintech market is undergoing a rapid shift, with the rise of new technologies, such as Open Finance, generative AI and A2A (Account-to-Account) payments having a major impact on business models, according to Juniper Research. This
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Week in review: Terrapin SSH attack, Mr. Cooper breach 2023-12-24 at 11:02 By Help Net Security Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news, articles, interviews and videos: Creating a formula for effective vulnerability prioritization In this Help Net Security interview, Michael Gorelik, CTO and Head of Malware Research at Morphisec, provides
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New infosec products of the week: December 22, 2023 22/12/2023 at 09:03 By Help Net Security Here’s a look at the most interesting products from the past week, featuring releases from Argus Cyber Security, Cleafy, Kasada, and Stratus. Kasada launches advanced bot defense platform with evolving protection and attack insights Kasada launched its enhanced bot
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Future of wireless technology: Key predictions for 2024 22/12/2023 at 08:05 By Help Net Security Wi-Fi technology continues to evolve in ways that anticipate the needs of consumers, businesses, enterprise verticals, smart cities, and service providers, according to the Wireless Broadband Alliance. Tiago Rodrigues, CEO of the Wireless Broadband Alliance, revealed predictions for 2024 and
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11 GenAI cybersecurity surveys you should read 22/12/2023 at 07:32 By Help Net Security Generative AI stands at the forefront of technological innovation, reshaping industries and unlocking new possibilities across various domains. However, as the integration of these technologies continues, a vigilant approach to ethical considerations and regulatory compliance is essential to ensure that the
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Tech workers fear being left unprepared for the future 22/12/2023 at 07:02 By Help Net Security While tech workers want to learn and organizations are spending thousands of dollars per employee on learning technology, it is not translating into improved on-the-job performance for 4 out of 10 IT employees, according to Skillable. Inadequate training puts
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Product showcase: DCAP solution FileAuditor for data classification and access rights audit 21/12/2023 at 14:02 By Help Net Security The concept of DCAP solutions was introduced by Gartner experts, as it was clear, that without such solutions information security (IS) specialists would not be able to cope with the protection of data in various silos
Why data, AI, and regulations top the threat list for 2024 21/12/2023 at 09:02 By Help Net Security The new year finds us confronted by a landscape characterized by political uncertainty, social fragmentation, escalating geopolitical tensions, and a turbulent macro-economic backdrop, making it crucial for security leaders to strategically prepare for the forthcoming challenges. Let’s
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Are organizations moving away from passwords? 21/12/2023 at 07:53 By Help Net Security Passwordless authentication emerges as a calculated response, eliminating the inherent weaknesses of conventional passwords. At the heart of this evolution lies the deployment of passkeys—sophisticated cryptographic tools designed to authenticate users with a level of sophistication and reliability that transcends traditional methods.
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86% of cyberattacks are delivered over encrypted channels 21/12/2023 at 07:00 By Help Net Security Threats over HTTPS grew by 24% from 2022, underscoring the sophisticated nature of cybercriminal tactics that target encrypted channels, according to Zscaler. For the second year in a row, manufacturing was the industry most commonly targeted, with education and government
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8220 gang exploits old Oracle WebLogic vulnerability to deliver infostealers, cryptominers 20/12/2023 at 16:02 By Helga Labus The 8220 gang has been leveraging an old Oracle WebLogic Server vulnerability (CVE-2020-14883) to distribute malware, the Imperva Threat Research team has found. About 8220 Active since 2017, the 8220 gang has been known for deploying cryptocurrency miners