Emerging trends and strategies in digital forensics 2024-01-26 at 07:01 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Amber Schroader, CEO at Paraben Corporation, discusses the challenges posed by the complexity of modern computer systems and networks on digital evidence collection. Schroader talks about the impact of exponential data growth on forensic practices, the […]
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CISOs’ role in identifying tech components and managing supply chains 2024-01-25 at 07:01 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Nate Warfield, Director of Threat Research and Intelligence at Eclypsium, outlines the crucial tasks for CISOs in protecting supply chains and achieving comprehensive visibility. Warfield also discusses the vital collaboration between security and […]
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The effect of omission bias on vulnerability management 2024-01-24 at 08:31 By Help Net Security Whether we’d like to admit it to ourselves or not, all humans harbor subconscious biases that powerfully influence our behavior. One of these is the omission bias, which has interesting ramifications in the world of cyber security, specifically vulnerability management. […]
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Prioritizing CIS Controls for effective cybersecurity across organizations 2024-01-24 at 07:32 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Randy Marchany, CISO at Virginia Tech, discusses the challenges and strategies associated with implementing CIS Controls in organizations of varying sizes. Marchany explores the importance of securing top-level management support, breaking down data silos, and […]
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Why cyberattacks mustn’t be kept secret 2024-01-23 at 08:01 By Help Net Security No company is immune to cyberattacks, but when the inevitable happens, too many companies still try to maintain a wall of silence. In fact, over half of security professionals admit their organizations maintain a culture of security through obscurity, with over one-third […]
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Beyond blockchain: Strategies for seamless digital asset integration 2024-01-23 at 07:31 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Jean-Philippe Aumasson, CSO at Taurus, emphasizes the often-overlooked complexities of key generation, storage, and distribution, underlining the necessity for a high level of security maturity in handling digital assets. Looking ahead, Aumasson predicts that the […]
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Without clear guidance, SEC’s new rule on incident reporting may be detrimental 2024-01-22 at 08:01 By Help Net Security The SEC has instituted a set of guidelines “requiring registrants to disclose material cybersecurity incidents they experience and to disclose on an annual basis material information regarding their cybersecurity risk management, strategy, and governance.” These new […]
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The reality of hacking threats in connected car systems 2024-01-22 at 07:31 By Mirko Zorz With the integration of sophisticated technologies like over-the-air updates and increased data connectivity, cars are no longer just modes of transportation but also hubs of personal and operational data. This shift brings forth unique cybersecurity challenges, ranging from hacking and […]
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Out with the old and in with the improved: MFA needs a revamp 2024-01-19 at 08:02 By Help Net Security From AI to ZTA (zero-trust architecture), the technology responsible for protecting your company’s data has evolved immensely. Despite the advances, cybercriminals repeatedly find new and creative ways to gain access to sensitive information. This can […]
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Attribute-based encryption could spell the end of data compromise 2024-01-18 at 08:02 By Help Net Security The future of data privacy is the end of compromise. With the world producing data at astounding rates, we need ways to put data to the best use while protecting against breaches and ensuring privacy, data protection and access […]
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Ransomware negotiation: When cybersecurity meets crisis management 2024-01-18 at 07:01 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Tim Morris, Chief Security Advisor at Tanium, discusses ransomware negotiation, how it typically unfolds, and how organizations should have a playbook that clearly outlines what to do, when to do it, who is notified, who will […]
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Security considerations during layoffs: Advice from an MSSP 2024-01-17 at 08:01 By Help Net Security Navigating layoffs is complex and difficult for many reasons. Not only do human resources and direct managers bear the onus of responsibility when conducting exit conversations, but security teams should also make the necessary preparations for monitoring anomalies in employee […]
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CISOs’ crucial role in aligning security goals with enterprise expectations 2024-01-17 at 07:01 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Chris Mixter, Vice President, Analyst at Gartner, discusses the dynamic world of CISOs and how their roles have evolved significantly over the years. He outlines the critical skills for CISOs in 2024, addresses […]
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3 ways to combat rising OAuth SaaS attacks 2024-01-16 at 07:31 By Help Net Security OAuth attacks are on the rise. In December, the Microsoft Threat Intelligence team observed threat actors misusing OAuth apps to take over a cloud server and mine cryptocurrency, establish persistence following business email compromise and launch spam activity using the […]
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Flipping the BEC funnel: Phishing in the age of GenAI 2024-01-15 at 08:02 By Help Net Security For years, phishing was just a numbers game: A malicious actor would slap together an extremely generic (and usually poorly-written) email and fire it out to thousands of recipients in the hope that a few might take the […]
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Key elements for a successful cyber risk management strategy 2024-01-15 at 06:32 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Yoav Nathaniel, CEO at Silk Security, discusses the evolution of cyber risk management strategies and practices, uncovering common mistakes and highlighting key components for successful risk resolution. Nathaniel anticipates a growing pressure on organizations […]
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Cloud security predictions for 2024 2024-01-12 at 07:31 By Help Net Security As we reflect on the cybersecurity landscape and the trajectories of threat vectors, it’s evident that we’re on the cusp of a paradigm shift in cloud security. Businesses and cybersecurity professionals must stay abreast of these changes, adapting their strategies to ensure a […]
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Purple teaming and the role of threat categorization 2024-01-11 at 07:31 By Help Net Security Organizations constantly work to ensure optimal threat detection and prevention across their systems. One question gets asked repeatedly: “Can we detect the threats we’re supposed to be able to detect?” Red team assessment, penetration testing, and even purple team assessments […]
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Embracing offensive cybersecurity tactics for defense against dynamic threats 2024-01-11 at 07:02 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security, Alexander Hagenah, Head of Cyber Controls at SIX, discusses the critical steps in creating effective offensive security operations and their impact on organizational security strategies. What are the critical steps in creating effective offensive security […]
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Top LLM vulnerabilities and how to mitigate the associated risk 2024-01-10 at 07:31 By Help Net Security As large language models (LLMs) become more prevalent, a comprehensive understanding of the LLM threat landscape remains elusive. But this uncertainty doesn’t mean progress should grind to a halt: Exploring AI is essential to staying competitive, meaning CISOs […]
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