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One-third of dev professionals unfamiliar with secure coding practices

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One-third of dev professionals unfamiliar with secure coding practices 2024-07-19 at 07:01 By Help Net Security Attackers consistently discover and exploit software vulnerabilities, highlighting the increasing importance of robust software security, according to OpenSSF and the Linux Foundation. Despite this, many developers lack the essential knowledge and skills to effectively implement secure software development. Lack […]

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Laying the groundwork for zero trust in the military

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Laying the groundwork for zero trust in the military 2024-07-18 at 07:01 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Curtis Arnold, VP and Chief Scientist at Core4ce, discusses the starting points for military training in zero trust principles, emphasizing foundational technologies and a unified taxonomy. Arnold provides insights into the DoD’s Zero Trust

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Exploring the root causes of the cybersecurity skills gap

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Exploring the root causes of the cybersecurity skills gap 2024-07-09 at 07:01 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Koma Gandy, VP of Leadership and Business at Skillsoft, addresses the critical aspects of the cybersecurity skills gap, the need for diverse talent and continuous upskilling in areas like AI and cloud computing. Gandy

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Interpol Nigeria boosts cybersecurity with virtual asset training

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Interpol Nigeria boosts cybersecurity with virtual asset training 2024-05-11 at 16:01 By Cointelegraph by Amaka Nwaokocha The training will enable officers to effectively address cybercrimes involving virtual assets, particularly stablecoins. This article is an excerpt from Cointelegraph.com News View Original Source React to this headline:

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6 tips to implement security gamification effectively

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6 tips to implement security gamification effectively 2024-05-07 at 08:01 By Help Net Security There’s not a CISO in the industry who’s not aware of the extremely short median CISO tenure. That’s why the best CISOs are those who constantly seek ways to strengthen their teams. They help members evolve and grow in their roles,

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GenAI can enhance security awareness training

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GenAI can enhance security awareness training 2024-04-24 at 07:31 By Help Net Security One of the biggest concerns over generative AI is its ability to manipulate us, which makes it ideal for orchestrating social engineering attacks. From mining someone’s digital footprint to crafting highly convincing spear phishing emails, to voice capture enabling vishing and deep

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AI set to enhance cybersecurity roles, not replace them

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AI set to enhance cybersecurity roles, not replace them 2024-04-16 at 07:02 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Caleb Sima, Chair of CSA AI Security Alliance, discusses how AI empowers security pros, emphasizing its role in enhancing skills and productivity rather than replacing staff. AI is seen as empowering rather than replacing

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Understanding employees’ motivations behind risky actions

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Understanding employees’ motivations behind risky actions 2024-02-28 at 07:31 By Help Net Security More 68% of employees knowingly put their organizations at risk, potentially leading to ransomware or malware infections, data breaches, or financial loss, according to Proofpoint. Perception on security responsibility And while the incidence of successful phishing attacks has slightly declined (71% of

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We can’t risk losing staff to alert fatigue

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We can’t risk losing staff to alert fatigue 2024-02-14 at 08:32 By Help Net Security The oft-quoted Chinese military strategist Sun Tzu famously claimed: “If you know the enemy and know yourself, you need not fear the result of a hundred battles.” Exchange “battles” for “cyberattacks”, and the maxim will hold. But too much information

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Unlocking sustainable security practices with secure coding education

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Unlocking sustainable security practices with secure coding education 2024-01-30 at 06:31 By Help Net Security Despite stringent regulations and calls for ‘security by design’, organizations are still failing to equip teams with the knowledge to secure code, according to Security Journey. In fact, only 20% of respondents were confident in their ability to detect a

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Government organizations’ readiness in the face of cyber threats

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Government organizations’ readiness in the face of cyber threats 2024-01-15 at 06:01 By Help Net Security Cyber threats targeting government organizations have become increasingly sophisticated, posing significant risks to national security, public infrastructure, and sensitive data. These threats are diverse in nature, originating from various actors such as nation-states, hacktivist groups, and organized cybercrime entities.

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Tech workers fear being left unprepared for the future

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Tech workers fear being left unprepared for the future 22/12/2023 at 07:02 By Help Net Security While tech workers want to learn and organizations are spending thousands of dollars per employee on learning technology, it is not translating into improved on-the-job performance for 4 out of 10 IT employees, according to Skillable. Inadequate training puts

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9 Black Friday cybersecurity deals you don’t want to miss

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9 Black Friday cybersecurity deals you don’t want to miss 20/11/2023 at 09:31 By Help Net Security PortDroid PortDroid is a trusted app for all network analysis tasks. Designed with network administrators, penetration testers, and technology enthusiasts in mind, this app brings a collection of essential networking tools right at your fingertips. Deal: 50% off

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Collaborative strategies are key to enhanced ICS security

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Collaborative strategies are key to enhanced ICS security 14/11/2023 at 08:32 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Marko Gulan, Cyber Security Consultant at Schneider Electric, discusses the complexities of safeguarding industrial control systems (ICS). Our conversation will explore the importance of cross-departmental collaboration, balancing security with system functionality, and the dynamic nature

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Financial organizations embrace automation for enhanced security

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Financial organizations embrace automation for enhanced security 03/11/2023 at 07:31 By Help Net Security The security performance of financial applications generally outperforms other industries, with automation, targeted security training, and scanning via Application Programming Interface (API) contributing to a year-over-year reduction in the percentage of applications containing flaws, according to Veracode. Against a backdrop of

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How human behavior research informs security strategies

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How human behavior research informs security strategies 02/11/2023 at 08:01 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Kai Roer, CEO at Praxis Security Labs, explores the theoretical underpinnings, practical implications, and the crucial role of human behavior in cybersecurity. Roer explains why a comprehensive understanding of human complexity is paramount in today’s security

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Finding the right approach to security awareness

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Finding the right approach to security awareness 30/10/2023 at 09:02 By Help Net Security As artificial intelligence amplifies the sophistication and reach of phishing, vishing, and smishing attacks, understanding and managing human cyber risks has become increasingly vital. Security awareness training is essential and must be a live, evolving process. In this Help Net Security

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SMBs at risk as AI misconceptions lead to overconfidence

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SMBs at risk as AI misconceptions lead to overconfidence 27/10/2023 at 07:03 By Help Net Security Despite advancements in IT security measures, SMBs remain firmly in the crosshairs of cybercriminals, according to Devolutions. Ransomware payments and IoT malware incidents soar Spikes in incidents such as ransomware payments and IoT malware attacks indicate that this year

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Turning military veterans into cybersecurity experts

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Turning military veterans into cybersecurity experts 10/10/2023 at 07:34 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, James Murphy, the Director of the TechVets Programme at the Forces Employment Charity, discusses the challenges that military veterans face when transitioning from military to civilian life. One significant hurdle is the difficulty they often encounter in

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Why security is the bedrock of success for mainframe projects

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Why security is the bedrock of success for mainframe projects 10/10/2023 at 07:02 By Help Net Security Enterprises looking to update their mission-critical operations are approaching modernization in three ways – modernizing on the mainframe, integrating with the hyperscalers, or moving off to the cloud, according to a recent Kyndryl report. Almost all respondents use

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