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Cybercriminals capitalize on poorly configured cloud environments

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Cybercriminals capitalize on poorly configured cloud environments 2024-10-04 at 06:31 By Help Net Security Off-the-shelf offensive security tools and poorly configured cloud environments create openings in the attack surface, according to Elastic. Adversaries are utilizing off-the-shelf tools Offensive security tools (OSTs), including Cobalt Strike and Metasploit, made up ~54% of observed malware alerts. The most […]

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15% of office workers use unsanctioned GenAI tools

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15% of office workers use unsanctioned GenAI tools 2024-10-03 at 06:31 By Help Net Security Rigid security protocols — such as complex authentication processes and highly restrictive access controls — can frustrate employees, slow productivity and lead to unsafe workarounds, according to Ivanti. Understanding workplace behavior key to strengthening security In fact, one in two

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Cybersecurity hiring slows, pros’ stress levels rise

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Cybersecurity hiring slows, pros’ stress levels rise 2024-10-02 at 06:01 By Help Net Security 66% of cybersecurity professionals say their role is more stressful now than it was five years ago, according to ISACA. Major contributors to rising stress levels among cybersecurity professionals According to the data, the top reasons for increased stress among cybersecurity

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Password management habits you should unlearn

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Password management habits you should unlearn 2024-10-01 at 06:31 By Help Net Security Despite advancements in security technology, many individuals and organizations continue to rely on outdated and vulnerable authentication methods, leaving themselves exposed to cyber threats. This ongoing reliance on insecure methods has led to a steady rise in fraud, with weak password practices

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Open source maintainers: Key to software health and security

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Open source maintainers: Key to software health and security 2024-09-30 at 07:01 By Help Net Security Open source has become the foundation of modern application development, with up to 98% of applications incorporating open-source components and open-source code accounting for 70% or more of the typical application. In this Help Net Security video, Donald Fischer,

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The most common authentication method is also the least secure

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The most common authentication method is also the least secure 2024-09-30 at 06:01 By Help Net Security Despite the rise in cyber threats, many people do not have a holistic view of security, according to Yubico. The results of the survey uncovered concerning patterns and behaviors when it comes to personal and workplace cybersecurity, including

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Companies mentioned on the dark web at higher risk for cyber attacks

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Companies mentioned on the dark web at higher risk for cyber attacks 2024-09-26 at 06:01 By Help Net Security The presence of any data relating to an organization on the dark web demonstrably increases its risk of a cyber attack, according to Searchlight Cyber. Dark web insights and breach correlation Marsh McLennan Cyber Risk Intelligence

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41% concerned about job security due to skill gaps

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41% concerned about job security due to skill gaps 2024-09-25 at 06:31 By Help Net Security 35% of employees lack confidence that they have the skills required to succeed in their roles, according to Skillsoft. Additionally, 41% expressed concerns about job security due to gaps in their skills. Leadership skills rank highest for workplace success

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Organizations are making email more secure, and it’s paying off

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Organizations are making email more secure, and it’s paying off 2024-09-25 at 06:01 By Help Net Security Compromised identities have been a central component of countless costly breaches this year, according to Red Canary. Rise in identity and cloud-native attacks While most of the threats and techniques identified in the 2024 report remain consistent with

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Discover how online fraud can impact your business

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Discover how online fraud can impact your business 2024-09-24 at 07:31 By Help Net Security Recent reports underscore increased fraud losses driven by both old methods and new technologies. As fraudsters exploit advancements in AI and other sophisticated tools, their methods have become more difficult to combat. From AI-driven scams and sophisticated phishing attacks to

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65% of websites are unprotected against simple bot attacks

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65% of websites are unprotected against simple bot attacks 2024-09-24 at 06:31 By Help Net Security Companies across industries are seeing more bot-driven attacks, both basic and advanced, according to DataDome. An analysis of over 14,000 websites uncovered alarming gaps in protection against cyber fraud, particularly within consumer-centric industries. E-commerce and luxury industries are prime

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MFA bypass becomes a critical security issue as ransomware tactics advance

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MFA bypass becomes a critical security issue as ransomware tactics advance 2024-09-24 at 06:01 By Help Net Security Ransomware is seen as the biggest cybersecurity threat across every industry, with 75% of organizations affected by ransomware more than once in the past 12 months – a jump from 61% in 2023, according to SpyCloud. Session

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Paid open-source maintainers spend more time on security

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Paid open-source maintainers spend more time on security 2024-09-23 at 06:31 By Help Net Security Paid maintainers are 55% more likely to implement critical security and maintenance practices than unpaid maintainers and are dedicating more time to implementing security practices like those included in industry standards like the OpenSSF Scorecard and the NIST Secure Software

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The surge in cyber insurance and what it means for your business

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The surge in cyber insurance and what it means for your business 2024-09-23 at 06:01 By Help Net Security The cyber insurance market is set for explosive growth as organizations increasingly seek financial protection against rising cyber threats. This surge in demand reflects a broader shift in how businesses approach risk management, viewing cyber insurance

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Rising identity security risks: Why organizations must act now

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Rising identity security risks: Why organizations must act now 2024-09-20 at 07:01 By Help Net Security As the priority for managing digital identities intensifies, organizations are encountering severe identity security risks. Recent findings indicate that many businesses are struggling with frequent breaches and inadequate security measures, particularly concerning machine identities. Despite increased efforts and awareness,

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Security leaders consider banning AI coding due to security risks

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Security leaders consider banning AI coding due to security risks 2024-09-19 at 06:02 By Help Net Security 92% of security leaders have concerns about the use of AI-generated code within their organization, according to Venafi. Tension between security and developer teams 83% of security leaders say their developers currently use AI to generate code, with

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The proliferation of non-human identities

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The proliferation of non-human identities 2024-09-18 at 07:01 By Mirko Zorz 97% of non-human identities (NHIs) have excessive privileges, increasing unauthorized access and broadening the attack surface, according to Entro Security’s 2025 State of Non-Human Identities and Secrets in Cybersecurity report. 92% of organizations expose NHIs to third parties, resulting in unauthorized access if third-party

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Organizations overwhelmed by numerous and insecure remote access tools

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Organizations overwhelmed by numerous and insecure remote access tools 2024-09-18 at 06:01 By Help Net Security Organizations are combating excessive remote access demands with an equally excessive number of tools that provide varying degrees of security, according to Claroty. Data from more than 50,000 remote-access-enabled devices showed that the volume of remote access tools deployed

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The cybersecurity workforce of the future requires diverse hiring practices

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The cybersecurity workforce of the future requires diverse hiring practices 2024-09-17 at 06:01 By Help Net Security The global cybersecurity workforce gap reached a new high with an estimated 4.8 million professionals needed to effectively secure organizations, a 19% year-on-year increase, according to ISC2. Despite the growing need for professionals, global workforce growth has slowed

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Trends and dangers in open-source software dependencies

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Trends and dangers in open-source software dependencies 2024-09-16 at 06:01 By Help Net Security A C-suite perspective on potential vulnerabilities within open-source dependencies or software packages reveals that, while remediation costs for dependency risks are perilously high, function-level reachability analysis still offers the best value in this critical area, according to Endor Labs. The research

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