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CISOs are juggling security, responsibility, and burnout

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CISOs are juggling security, responsibility, and burnout 2025-01-23 at 06:34 By Help Net Security This article gathers excerpts from multiple reports, presenting statistics and insights that may be valuable for CISOs, helping them with informed decision-making, risk management, and developing strategies to enhance their organization’s cybersecurity posture. CISOs don’t invest enough in code security 72% […]

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Privacy professionals feel more stressed than ever

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Privacy professionals feel more stressed than ever 2025-01-22 at 06:38 By Help Net Security Despite progress made in privacy staffing and strategy alignment, privacy professionals are feeling increasingly stressed on the job within a complex compliance and risk landscape, according to new research from ISACA. Top three obstacles facing privacy programs ISACA’s State of Privacy

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One in ten GenAI prompts puts sensitive data at risk

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One in ten GenAI prompts puts sensitive data at risk 2025-01-20 at 06:03 By Help Net Security Despite their potential, many organizations hesitate to fully adopt GenAI tools due to concerns about sensitive data being inadvertently shared and possibly used to train these systems, according to Harmonic. Sensitive data exposure in GenAI prompts A new

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Homeowners are clueless about how smart devices collect their data

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Homeowners are clueless about how smart devices collect their data 2025-01-17 at 07:00 By Help Net Security Homeowners are increasingly concerned about data privacy in smart home products, according to Copeland. Homeowners see smart devices as boosting home security Homeowners are still generally comfortable in using new technology, but this year smart thermostat non-owners are

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Critical vulnerabilities remain unresolved due to prioritization gaps

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Critical vulnerabilities remain unresolved due to prioritization gaps 2025-01-16 at 06:19 By Help Net Security Fragmented data from multiple scanners, siloed risk scoring and poor cross-team collaboration are leaving organizations increasingly exposed to breaches, compliance failures and costly penalties, according to Swimlane. The relentless surge of vulnerabilities is pushing security teams to their limits, forcing

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Cybersecurity is stepping into a new era of complexity

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Cybersecurity is stepping into a new era of complexity 2025-01-15 at 06:01 By Help Net Security Cybersecurity is entering a new era of complexity, according to the World Economic Forum’s Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2025 report. Growing complexity intensifies cyber inequity This complexity arises from the rapid growth of emerging technologies, prevailing geopolitical uncertainty, the evolution

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What 2024 taught us about security vulnerabilties

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What 2024 taught us about security vulnerabilties 2025-01-14 at 06:03 By Help Net Security From zero-day exploits to weaknesses in widely used software and hardware, the vulnerabilities uncovered last year underscore threat actors’ tactics and the critical gaps in organizational defenses. This roundup showcases the standout findings from 2024’s cybersecurity reports, highlighting critical risks and

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The top target for phishing campaigns

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The top target for phishing campaigns 2025-01-08 at 06:53 By Help Net Security Despite organizations’ repeated attempts at security awareness training, with a particular emphasis on how employees can avoid being phished, in 2024 enterprise users clicked on phishing lures at a rate nearly three times higher than in 2023, according to Netskope. More than

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How AI and deepfakes are redefining social engineering threats

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How AI and deepfakes are redefining social engineering threats 2025-01-07 at 06:04 By Help Net Security This article presents key insights from 2024 reports on the rise of phishing attacks, focusing on how advancements in AI and deepfake technology are making social engineering tactics more sophisticated. Cybercriminals exploit file sharing services to advance phishing attacks

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Only 26% of Europe’s top companies earn a high rating for cybersecurity

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Only 26% of Europe’s top companies earn a high rating for cybersecurity 2025-01-06 at 07:02 By Help Net Security With the EU’s Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) deadline approaching on 17th January, 2025, Europe’s top 100 companies face an urgent cybersecurity challenge, according to SecurityScorecard. A-rated companies safer from breaches The report highlights the role

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Users receive at least one advanced phishing link every week

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Users receive at least one advanced phishing link every week 2025-01-06 at 06:37 By Help Net Security Phishing remains one of the most significant cyber threats impacting organizations worldwide, according to SlashNext. Credential phishing is raising Credential theft attacks surged dramatically in the second half of 2024 (703%), signaling a sharp escalation in the use

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Is healthcare cybersecurity in critical condition?

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Is healthcare cybersecurity in critical condition? 2025-01-06 at 06:03 By Help Net Security This article highlights key findings and trends in healthcare cybersecurity for 2024. From the rising impact of cyberattacks on patient care to the vulnerabilities posed by medical devices and supply chains, these insights provide an overview of the current state of cybersecurity

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Every minute, 4,080 records are compromised in data breaches

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Every minute, 4,080 records are compromised in data breaches 2025-01-03 at 06:58 By Help Net Security A recent Domo report shows that the world’s internet population has reached a record high of 5.52 billion people and uncovers signs that AI may be unseating digital juggernauts as it brings in new forms of engagement. “The phenomenal

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Deepfakes question our ability to discern reality

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Deepfakes question our ability to discern reality 2025-01-03 at 06:25 By Help Net Security As deepfakes become increasingly sophisticated and accessible, their potential for misuse in areas such as cybercrime, misinformation campaigns, and identity theft continues to grow. In this article, you will find key insights from 2024 reports on deepfake technology and the growing

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When risky cybersecurity behavior becomes a habit among employees

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When risky cybersecurity behavior becomes a habit among employees 2025-01-02 at 07:37 By Help Net Security While the majority of employees avoid risky behaviors, a small subset makes them a habit, posing a significant cybersecurity challenge, according to Mimecast. 48% of employees engaged in behaviors that exposed their organizations to cyber risk, with browsing violations

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CISOs don’t invest enough in code security

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CISOs don’t invest enough in code security 2025-01-02 at 06:34 By Help Net Security 72% of security leaders agree that the age of AI necessitates a complete reset of how organizations approach application security, according to Cycode. This urgency is reinforced by the fact that 93 billion lines of code were generated in the past

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The real cost of data breaches for businesses

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The real cost of data breaches for businesses 2025-01-02 at 06:04 By Help Net Security This article presents key findings from 2024 reports on data breaches. Breaches are taking longer to resolve and are becoming more costly for organizations. With recovery times extending and costs increasing, businesses face growing challenges in managing the aftermath. Full

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Regulations, security, and remote work: Why network outsourcing is booming

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Regulations, security, and remote work: Why network outsourcing is booming 2024-12-31 at 07:03 By Help Net Security A growing number of enterprises in the US are adopting managed network services to support AI and other new technologies across increasingly complex networks, according to ISG. US enterprises lead the way in network outsourcing The 2024 ISG

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The state of cybersecurity and IT talent shortages

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The state of cybersecurity and IT talent shortages 2024-12-31 at 06:33 By Help Net Security This article highlights key findings and trends in the 2024 IT and cybersecurity skills gap, from the shortage of cybersecurity talent to the rising demand for certifications and upskilling programs, offering insights into the current state of skills development in

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Machine identities are the next big target for attackers

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Machine identities are the next big target for attackers 2024-12-30 at 06:34 By Help Net Security 86% of organizations had a security incident related to their cloud native environment within the last year, according to Venafi. As a result, 53% of organizations had to delay an application launch or slow down production time; 45% suffered

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