Embarking on a Compliance Journey? Here's How Intruder Can Help

Navigating the complexities of compliance frameworks like ISO 27001, SOC 2, or GDPR can be daunting. Luckily, Intruder simplifies the process by helping you address the key vulnerability management criteria these frameworks demand, making your compliance journey much smoother. Read on to understa...

Essential Strategies to Secure Your Web Applications and APIs in a Modern Application Development World

In today’s interconnected digital world, the role of web applications and APIs has become central to business operations, acting as gateways to vast amounts of valuable data and services. However, their widespread use and accessibility make them prime targets for cybercriminals, posing substantia...

Examining the US Government’s DDoS Protection Guidance Update

In March 2024, CISA, MS-ISAC, and the FBI released updated DDoS response guidance. The document outlines key strategies and 15 steps for mitigating DDoS attacks, emphasizing the need for continuous monitoring and collaboration between government and private sectors...

PCI DSS 4.0: Get Audit-Ready for the New Requirements

The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard PCI DSS originated in 2004 and is managed by the PCI Security Standards Council to ensure security for the global payment industry. This mandate applies to all entities worldwide that store, process, or transmit payment cardholder data or sensitive...

SherlockChain - A Streamlined AI Analysis Framework For Solidity, Vyper And Plutus Contracts

SherlockChain is a powerful smart contract analysis framework that combines the capabilities of the renowned Slither tool with advanced AI-powered features. Developed by a team of security experts and AI researchers, SherlockChain offers unparalleled insights and vulnerability detection for...

Cyber Signals: Inside the growing risk of gift card fraud

In the ever-evolving landscape of cyberthreats, staying ahead of malicious actors is a constant challenge. Microsoft Threat Intelligence has observed that gift cards are attractive targets for fraud and social engineering practices. Unlike credit or debit cards, there’s no customer name or bank...

How to Reduce Your Risk with Proactive VM Strategies

Current cybersecurity challenges demand more than just reactive measures. A significant hurdle many organizations face is the effective remediation of vulnerabilities within their IT infrastructure. Recognizing this, security teams are increasingly turning to sophisticated vulnerability managemen...

The UK’s GPS Tagging of Migrants Has Been Ruled Illegal

The UK’s privacy regulator says the government did not take into account the intrusiveness of ankle tags that continuously monitor a person’s location...

Are You Ready for PCI DSS 4.0?

The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard PCI DSS is the global benchmark for ensuring companies that handle credit card information maintain a secure environment. It provides a framework to help organizations protect sensitive cardholder data from theft and secure payment card systems. In...

Closing the Visibility Gap: How Qualys Cloud Agent Passive Sensor (CAPS) Eliminates Blind Spots Without the Hassle

In modern networks, the most significant risks come from systems that fall through the cracks. Modern networks are full of unknown and unmanaged assets. Some are seemingly benign devices introduced by well-meaning employees or contractors that can turn rogue. While some of these may be genuinely...

The Importance of Continuous Security Monitoring for a Robust Cybersecurity Strategy

In 2023, the global average cost of a data breach reached $4.45 million. Beyond the immediate financial loss, there are long-term consequences like diminished customer trust, weakened brand value, and derailed business operations. In a world where the frequency and cost of data breaches are...

Introducing Security Advisor Site Scores for OneView: Easy assessment of client security for MSPs

In a world rife with cyber threats, it is crucial for Managed Service Providers MSPs to conduct thorough assessments of their clients’ security posture. Even minor misconfigurations, if overlooked, can leave clients vulnerable to attacks. Yet, lacking the necessary tools, many MSP IT teams are in...

Take an Offensive Approach to Password Security by Continuously Monitoring for Breached Passwords

Passwords are at the core of securing access to an organization's data. However, they also come with security vulnerabilities that stem from their inconvenience. With a growing list of credentials to keep track of, the average end-user can default to shortcuts. Instead of creating a strong and...

Which security framework? All of them, in the SCF

TL;DR: All roads lead to Rome. There are plenty of ways to meet your security requirements ISO 27001 is not everything. There, I said it What is the Secure Controls Framework SCF? Why you should consider SCF on your journey to security excellence PTP has a myriad of customers coming for help to...

Hive Pro Recognized in 2023 Gartner® Hype Cycle™ for Security Operations & Market Guide™ for Vulnerability Assessment

HERNDON, Va., Sept. 7, 2023 - Hive Pro®, a pioneer vendor of Threat Exposure Management is now featured in two prominent Gartner publications that spotlight industry leaders and innovators: The Market Guide™ for Vulnerability Assessment 2023 and The Hype Cycle for Security Operations 2023. As cyb...

New TSA Cybersecurity Emergency Action Rule Impacts Cybersecurity and Compliance

On March 7, 2023, in the wake of President Joe Biden’s National Cybersecurity Strategy announcement, the U.S. Transportation Security Administration TSA issued a cybersecurity emergency action amendment for certain regulated airport and aircraft operators. The new Action Rule can have significant...

Get Unified Cloud and Endpoint Security: Only $1 for 1,000 Assets for all of 2023!

As the new year begins, it's more important than ever to protect your business from the constantly evolving cyber threats that could compromise your valuable assets. But who wants to pay an arm and a leg for top-tier security? With this Uptycs introductory offer, you do not have to. Kickstart the...

Penetration Testing or Vulnerability Scanning? What's the Difference?

Pentesting and vulnerability scanning are often confused for the same service. The problem is, business owners often use one when they really need the other. Let's dive in and explain the differences. People frequently confuse penetration testing and vulnerability scanning, and it's easy to see...

APT Cyber Tools Targeting ICS/SCADA Devices

Summary Actions to Take Today to Protect ICS/SCADA Devices: • Enforce multifactor authentication for all remote access to ICS networks and devices whenever possible. • Change all passwords to ICS/SCADA devices and systems on a consistent schedule, especially all default passwords, to device-uniqu...

Beneath the surface: Uncovering the shift in web skimming

Microsoft security researchers recently observed that web skimming campaigns now employ various obfuscation techniques to deliver and hide skimming scripts. It’s a shift from earlier tactics where attackers conspicuously injected malicious scripts into e-commerce platforms and content management...