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Securing remote access to mission-critical OT assets

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Securing remote access to mission-critical OT assets 2024-07-30 at 07:01 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Grant Geyer, Chief Strategy Officer at Claroty, discusses the prevalent vulnerabilities in Windows-based engineering workstations (EWS) and human-machine interfaces (HMI) within OT environments. Geyer also addresses the challenges and solutions for securing remote access to critical […]

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CISOs must shift from tactical defense to strategic leadership

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CISOs must shift from tactical defense to strategic leadership 2024-07-19 at 06:31 By Help Net Security Cyber threats are advancing quickly in size and sophistication, largely because of the rapid evolution of technology, increasing sophistication of cyber attackers, and the expansion of attack surfaces through interconnected systems and devices, according to Ivanti. Ivanti’s research shows

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Only 13% of organizations are cyber mature

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Only 13% of organizations are cyber mature 2024-07-04 at 06:01 By Help Net Security A staggering 83% of organizations have suffered a material security breach recently, with over half occurring in the past year alone, underscoring the critical need for advanced preparedness and agile response strategies, according to Commvault. For security and IT professionals, the

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Preparing for Q-Day as NIST nears approval of PQC standards

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Preparing for Q-Day as NIST nears approval of PQC standards 2024-07-01 at 06:32 By Help Net Security Q-Day—the day when a cryptographically relevant quantum computer can break most forms of modern encryption—is fast approaching, leaving the complex systems our societies rely on vulnerable to a new wave of cyberattacks. While estimates just a few years

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1 out of 3 breaches go undetected

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1 out of 3 breaches go undetected 2024-06-24 at 06:31 By Help Net Security Organizations continue to struggle in detecting breaches as they become more targeted and sophisticated, with more than 1 out of 3 organizations citing their existing security tools were unable to detect breaches when they occur, according to Gigamon. As hybrid cloud

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Modern fraud detection need not rely on PII

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Modern fraud detection need not rely on PII 2024-06-14 at 07:32 By Help Net Security Trends in online fraud detection often act as the canary in the coal mine when it comes to understanding and combating the next generation of online scams, fraud and cybersecurity threats. These days, security and fraud experts worry that insufficient

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AI’s role in accelerating vulnerability management

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AI’s role in accelerating vulnerability management 2024-06-10 at 08:01 By Help Net Security With its capability to analyze, predict, and automate, AI stands to reshape many corners of business, most notably cybersecurity. In the field of vulnerability management specifically, AI is poised to have a profound impact, enhancing two key areas: Providing quicker analysis and

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90% of threats are social engineering

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90% of threats are social engineering 2024-06-06 at 06:32 By Help Net Security In this Help Net Security video, Jakub Kroustek, Malware Research Director at Gen, discusses the Avast Q1 2024 Threat Report. The report highlights significant trends and incidents in cybersecurity. Key findings include: Surge in social engineering attacks: Nearly 90% of threats blocked

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The evolution of security metrics for NIST CSF 2.0

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The evolution of security metrics for NIST CSF 2.0 2024-05-28 at 08:03 By Help Net Security CISOs have long been spreadsheet aficionados, soaking up metrics and using them as KPIs for security progress. These metrics have traditionally measured specific systems or single indicators — vulnerabilities detected, percentage of vulnerabilities patched, software and hardware asset inventory

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The critical role of IT staffing in strengthening cybersecurity

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The critical role of IT staffing in strengthening cybersecurity 2024-05-16 at 06:01 By Help Net Security Many organizations lack adequate IT staffing to combat cyber threats. A comprehensive approach to cybersecurity requires more than technical solutions. It involves the right staff with the unique expertise necessary to recognize and prevent potential threats. This makes IT

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Tailoring responsible AI: Defining ethical guidelines for industry-specific use

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Tailoring responsible AI: Defining ethical guidelines for industry-specific use 2024-05-14 at 07:01 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Chris Peake, CISO & SVP at Smartsheet, explains how responsible AI should be defined by each organization to guide their AI development and usage. Peake emphasizes that implementing responsible AI requires balancing ethical considerations,

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The strategic advantages of targeted threat intelligence

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The strategic advantages of targeted threat intelligence 2024-05-07 at 07:01 By Help Net Security In this Help Net Security video, Gabi Reish, Chief Business Development and Product Officer at Cybersixgill, discusses the role of threat intelligence in every enterprise’s security stack. Threat intelligence plays a significant role in proactively managing a company’s threat exposure. High-quality

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Global attacker median dwell time continues to fall

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Global attacker median dwell time continues to fall 2024-04-24 at 14:01 By Help Net Security While the use of zero-day exploits is on the rise, Mandiant’s M-Trends 2024 report reveals a significant improvement in global cybersecurity posture: the global median dwell time – the time attackers remain undetected within a target environment – has reached

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Enterprises face significant losses from mobile fraud

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Enterprises face significant losses from mobile fraud 2024-04-18 at 06:31 By Help Net Security A recent Enea survey highlights a worrying trend in enterprise security: Following ChatGPT’s launch, 76% of businesses are inadequately protected against rising AI-driven vishing and smishing threats. In this Help Net Security video, John Hughes, SVP, Head of Network Security Business

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Geopolitical tensions escalate OT cyber attacks

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Geopolitical tensions escalate OT cyber attacks 2024-04-15 at 07:31 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Andrew Ginter, VP of Industrial Security at Waterfall Security, discusses operational technology (OT) cyber attacks and their 2024 Threat Report. He examines how global geopolitical tensions and evolving ransomware tactics are reshaping industrial cybersecurity. He sheds light

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The next wave of mobile threats

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The next wave of mobile threats 2024-04-12 at 07:01 By Help Net Security According to McAfee, apps, whether for communication, productivity, or gaming, are among the biggest threats to mobile security. Technavio expects the global mobile security software market to grow by $2.75 billion between 2020 and 2025, expanding at a CAGR of 9.68%. In

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Healthcare’s cyber resilience under siege as attacks multiply

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Healthcare’s cyber resilience under siege as attacks multiply 2024-04-04 at 07:01 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Eric Demers, CEO of Madaket Health, discusses prevalent cyber threats targeting healthcare organizations. He highlights challenges in protecting patient data due to infrastructure limitations and the role of employee awareness in preventing insider threats. Demers

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AI abuse and misinformation campaigns threaten financial institutions

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AI abuse and misinformation campaigns threaten financial institutions 2024-03-29 at 07:31 By Help Net Security Though generative AI offers financial firms remarkable business and cybersecurity utility, cyberthreats relating to GenAI in financial services are a consistent concern, according to FS-ISAC. Cybercriminals exploit AI for data exfiltration The cybersecurity community’s current consensus is that adversarial usage

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95% of companies face API security problems

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95% of companies face API security problems 2024-03-22 at 06:31 By Help Net Security Despite the critical role of APIs, the vast majority of commercial decision-makers are ignoring the burgeoning security risk for businesses, according to Fastly. Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) have long been recognised as a bedrock of the digital economy and recent figures

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Fake data breaches: Countering the damage

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Fake data breaches: Countering the damage 2024-03-21 at 08:01 By Help Net Security Amid the constant drumbeat of successful cyberattacks, some fake data breaches have also cropped up to make sensational headlines. Unfortunately, even fake data breaches can have real repercussions. Earlier this year, a hacker on a criminal forum claimed to have stolen data

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