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AI Kuru, cybersecurity and quantum computing

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AI Kuru, cybersecurity and quantum computing 2024-11-25 at 08:13 By Help Net Security As we continue to delegate more infrastructure operations to artificial intelligence (AI), quantum computers are advancing towards Q-day (i.e., the day when quantum computers can break current encryption methods). This could compromise the security of digital communications, as well as autonomous control […]

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Overcoming legal and organizational challenges in ethical hacking

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Overcoming legal and organizational challenges in ethical hacking 2024-11-25 at 07:33 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Balázs Pózner, CEO at Hackrate, discusses the essential technical skills for ethical hackers and how they vary across different security domains. He explains how AI and machine learning enhance ethical hacking by streamlining vulnerability detection

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The limits of AI-based deepfake detection

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The limits of AI-based deepfake detection 2024-11-22 at 08:03 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Ben Colman, CEO of Reality Defender, discusses the challenges of detecting high-quality deepfakes in real-world applications. He addresses the effectiveness and limitations of watermarking, AI-based detection, and the potential of emerging technologies in securing media authenticity. Colman

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Enhancing visibility for better security in multi-cloud and hybrid environments

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Enhancing visibility for better security in multi-cloud and hybrid environments 2024-11-21 at 07:03 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Brooke Motta, CEO of RAD Security, talks about how cloud-specific threats have evolved and what companies should be watching out for. She discusses the growing complexity of cloud environments and the importance of

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Five backup lessons learned from the UnitedHealth ransomware attack

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Five backup lessons learned from the UnitedHealth ransomware attack 2024-11-20 at 08:19 By Help Net Security The ransomware attack on UnitedHealth earlier this year is quickly becoming the healthcare industry’s version of Colonial Pipeline, prompting congressional testimony, lawmaker scrutiny and potential legislation.  Over the past few months, there have been two congressional hearings on the attack

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Debunking myths about open-source security

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Debunking myths about open-source security 2024-11-20 at 07:31 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Stephanie Domas, CISO at Canonical, discusses common misconceptions about open-source security and how the community can work to dispel them. She explains how open-source solutions, contrary to myths, offer enterprise-grade maturity, reliability, and transparency. Domas also shares key

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Dev + Sec: A collaborative approach to cybersecurity

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Dev + Sec: A collaborative approach to cybersecurity 2024-11-19 at 07:31 By Help Net Security The age-old tension between development and security teams has long been a source of friction in organizations. Developers prioritize speed and efficiency, aiming to deliver features and products quickly with a fast-paced, iterative development cycle and move on efficiently. On

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Why AI alone can’t protect you from sophisticated email threats

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Why AI alone can’t protect you from sophisticated email threats 2024-11-19 at 07:03 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Riaz Lakhani, CISO at Barracuda Networks, discusses the effectiveness of AI-based behavioural analysis in combating sophisticated email threats like BEC and VEC. Lakhani also explains how AI tools help detect malicious email activity

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Navigating the compliance labyrinth: A CSO’s guide to scaling security

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Navigating the compliance labyrinth: A CSO’s guide to scaling security 2024-11-18 at 07:48 By Help Net Security Imagine navigating a labyrinth where the walls constantly shift, and the path ahead is obscured by fog. If this brings up a visceral image, you’ve either seen David Bowie’s iconic film or are very familiar with the real-world

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Transforming code scanning and threat detection with GenAI

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Transforming code scanning and threat detection with GenAI 2024-11-18 at 07:33 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Stuart McClure, CEO of Qwiet AI, discusses the evolution of code scanning practices, highlighting the shift from reactive fixes to proactive risk management. McClure also shares his perspective on the future of AI-driven code scanning,

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AI’s impact on the future of web application security

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AI’s impact on the future of web application security 2024-11-15 at 07:33 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Tony Perez, CEO at NOC.org, discusses the role of continuous monitoring for real-time threat detection, the unique risks posed by APIs, and strategies for securing web applications. Perez also addresses how AI-driven threats are

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How Intel is making open source accessible to all developers

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How Intel is making open source accessible to all developers 2024-11-14 at 07:33 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Arun Gupta, Vice President and General Manager for Open Ecosystem, Intel, discusses the company’s commitment to fostering an open ecosystem as a cornerstone of its software strategy. He explains how this approach empowers

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CISOs in 2025: Balancing security, compliance, and accountability

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CISOs in 2025: Balancing security, compliance, and accountability 2024-11-13 at 07:37 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Daniel Schwalbe, CISO at DomainTools, discusses the intensifying regulatory demands that have reshaped CISO accountability and daily decision-making. He outlines the skill sets future CISOs need, their key priorities for 2025, and how increased pressure

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The changing face of identity security

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The changing face of identity security 2024-11-12 at 08:03 By Help Net Security It’s easy to see why identity security is often synonymous with user security. Social engineering tactics are the mainstay of the threat actor’s arsenal, and it’s rare to find an attack that doesn’t feature them to some degree. Getting hold of privileged

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Evaluating your organization’s application risk management journey

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Evaluating your organization’s application risk management journey 2024-11-12 at 07:33 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Chris Wysopal, Chief Security Evangelist at Veracode, discusses strategies for CISOs to quantify application risk in financial terms. Wysopal outlines the need for continuous risk management practices and robust strategies to manage third-party software dependencies, ensuring

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November 2024 Patch Tuesday forecast: New servers arrive early

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November 2024 Patch Tuesday forecast: New servers arrive early 2024-11-11 at 08:03 By Help Net Security Microsoft followed their October precedent set with Windows 11 24H2 and announced Microsoft Server 2025 on the first of November. We were expecting the official announcement at Microsoft Ignite near the end of the month, but with the early

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4 reasons why veterans thrive as cybersecurity professionals

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4 reasons why veterans thrive as cybersecurity professionals 2024-11-11 at 07:35 By Help Net Security Through their past military service, veterans are trained to think like adversaries, often share that mission-driven spirit and excel when working with a team to achieve a larger goal. They develop and champion the unique traits that cybersecurity companies need

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Strategies for CISOs navigating hybrid and multi-cloud security

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Strategies for CISOs navigating hybrid and multi-cloud security 2024-11-11 at 07:11 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Alex Freedland, CEO at Mirantis, discusses the cloud security challenges that CISOs need to tackle as multi-cloud and hybrid environments become the norm. He points out the expanded attack surfaces, the importance of consistent security

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Apple’s 45-day certificate proposal: A call to action

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Apple’s 45-day certificate proposal: A call to action 2024-11-08 at 08:00 By Help Net Security In a bold move, Apple has published a draft ballot for commentary to GitHub to shorten Transport Layer Security (TLS) certificates down from 398 days to just 45 days by 2027. The Apple proposal will likely go up for a

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How AI will shape the next generation of cyber threats

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How AI will shape the next generation of cyber threats 2024-11-07 at 08:08 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Buzz Hillestad, CISO at Prismatic, discusses how AI’s advancement reshapes cybercriminal skillsets and lowers entry barriers for potential attackers. Hillestad highlights that, as AI tools become more accessible, organizations must adapt their defenses

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