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NIST starts the countdown to retire quantum-vulnerable encryption

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NIST starts the countdown to retire quantum-vulnerable encryption 2026-10-28 at 07:30 By Anamarija Pogorelec The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has released a roadmap for moving to post-quantum cryptography (PQC), with earlier deadlines for certain sensitive federal systems. The report, Transition to Post-Quantum Cryptography Standards (NIST IR 8547), explains which cryptographic methods need […]

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ETSI sets security requirements for AI data centers and cloud platforms

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ETSI sets security requirements for AI data centers and cloud platforms 2026-06-04 at 09:26 By Anamarija Pogorelec ETSI has published TS 104 033, a technical specification that defines security requirements for AI computing platforms. The specification establishes a security framework for platforms used to host AI applications in data center and edge computing environments, covering […]

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NIST updates its DNS security guidance for the first time in over a decade

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NIST updates its DNS security guidance for the first time in over a decade 2026-03-23 at 09:18 By Mirko Zorz DNS infrastructure underpins nearly every network connection an organization makes, yet security configurations for it have gone largely unrevised at the federal guidance level for more than twelve years. NIST published SP 800-81r3, the Secure […]

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A new European standard outlines security requirements for AI

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A new European standard outlines security requirements for AI 2026-01-19 at 09:19 By Anamarija Pogorelec The European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) has released a new European Standard that addresses a growing concern for security teams working with AI. The standard, ETSI EN 304 223, sets baseline cybersecurity requirements for AI models and systems intended for […]

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What types of compliance should your password manager support?

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What types of compliance should your password manager support? 2025-12-15 at 07:49 By Sinisa Markovic Lost credentials and weak authentication controls still sit at the center of many security incidents. IT leaders and CISOs know this problem well. They also know that regulators watch how organizations protect passwords, track access, and document security decisions. That […]

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Attackers keep finding new ways to fool AI

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Attackers keep finding new ways to fool AI 2025-12-02 at 08:14 By Anamarija Pogorelec AI development keeps accelerating while the safeguards around it move on uneven ground, according to The International AI Safety Report. Security leaders are being asked to judge exposure without dependable benchmarks. Developers build layered defenses Across the AI ecosystem, developers are […]

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Quantum encryption is pushing satellite hardware to its limits

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Quantum encryption is pushing satellite hardware to its limits 2025-11-24 at 09:11 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Colonel Ludovic Monnerat, Commander Space Command, Swiss Armed Forces, discusses how securing space assets is advancing in response to emerging quantum threats. He explains why satellite systems must move beyond traditional cryptography to remain […]

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OpenID Foundation sets new standards for real-time security event sharing

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OpenID Foundation sets new standards for real-time security event sharing 2025-09-22 at 08:09 By Help Net Security The OpenID Foundation (OIDF) has approved three Final Specifications, establishing the first global standards for real-time security event sharing across digital identity systems. The approved Final Specifications are: OpenID Shared Signals Framework 1.0 – Enables secure, real-time delivery […]

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Building security that protects customers, not just auditors

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Building security that protects customers, not just auditors 2025-09-16 at 09:31 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Nir Rothenberg, CISO at Rapyd, discusses global differences in payment security maturity and the lessons that can be learned from leading regions. He points out that good engineering usually leads to strong security, and cautions […]

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What could a secure 6G network look like?

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What could a secure 6G network look like? 2025-09-15 at 08:47 By Help Net Security The official standards for 6G are set to be announced by the end of 2029. While the industry is moving towards consensus around how the 6G network will be built, it also needs to anticipate how it will be compromised […]

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NIST finalizes lightweight cryptography standard for small devices

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NIST finalizes lightweight cryptography standard for small devices 2025-08-13 at 17:24 By Anamarija Pogorelec The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has finalized a lightweight cryptography standard to protect even the smallest networked devices from cyberattacks. Published as Ascon-Based Lightweight Cryptography Standards for Constrained Devices (NIST Special Publication 800-232), the standard offers tools for […]

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What a mature OT security program looks like in practice

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What a mature OT security program looks like in practice 2025-07-17 at 09:08 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Cindy Segond von Banchet CC, Cybersecurity Lead at Yokogawa Europe, shares her insights on what defines a sustainable OT security program. She outlines the key differences between short-term fixes and long-term resilience, and […]

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FAPI 2.0: How the OpenID Foundation is enabling scalable interoperability in global healthcare

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FAPI 2.0: How the OpenID Foundation is enabling scalable interoperability in global healthcare 2025-07-14 at 09:32 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Gail Hodges, Executive Director at the OpenID Foundation, discusses how the Foundation ensures global consistency in FAPI 2.0 implementations and helps different industries, including healthcare, adopt secure and interoperable identity […]

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New blockchain security standards target safer ecosystems

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New blockchain security standards target safer ecosystems 2025-05-15 at 07:01 By Help Net Security The Blockchain Security Standards Council (BSSC) launched its first four security standards, marking a significant milestone in the journey towards a more secure and trustworthy blockchain ecosystem. These standards are designed to address critical aspects of blockchain security, elevating trust in […]

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13 core principles to strengthen AI cybersecurity

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13 core principles to strengthen AI cybersecurity 2025-04-25 at 07:55 By Help Net Security The new ETSI TS 104 223 specification for securing AI provides reliable and actionable cybersecurity guidance aimed at protecting end users. Adopting a whole-lifecycle approach, the framework outlines 13 core principles that expand into 72 detailed, trackable principles across five key […]

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Transforming cybersecurity into a strategic business enabler

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Transforming cybersecurity into a strategic business enabler 2025-04-09 at 08:20 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Kevin Serafin, CISO at Ecolab, discusses aligning security strategy with long-term business goals, building strong partnerships across the organization, and approaching third-party risk with agility. How do you define cyber risk within your organization’s overall enterprise […]

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ETSI releases security standard for the quantum future

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ETSI releases security standard for the quantum future 2025-03-27 at 06:35 By Help Net Security ETSI launched post-quantum security standard to guarantee the protection of critical data and communications in the future. The specification “Efficient Quantum-Safe Hybrid Key Exchanges with Hidden Access Policies” (ETSI TS 104 015) has been developed to enhance security mechanisms, ensuring […]

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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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TPM 2.0: The new standard for secure firmware

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TPM 2.0: The new standard for secure firmware 2024-12-09 at 09:48 By Help Net Security Connected devices are better protected from cyberattacks and less likely to be compromised by errors thanks to the new TPM 2.0 specification from the Trusted Computing Group (TCG). Manufacturers attach a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) to a device to help […]

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Setting a security standard: From vulnerability to exposure management

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Setting a security standard: From vulnerability to exposure management 2024-11-11 at 06:36 By Help Net Security Vulnerability management has been the standard approach to fending off cyber threats for years. Still, it falls short by focusing on a limited number of vulnerabilities, often resolving only 1% to 20% of issues. In 2024, with the average […]

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