Category: Cyber Defense Magazine

The Role of Intelligence in Cyber Threat Response

1) The Reality of Cybersecurity Threats and Response As technology develops and digitalization progresses, cybersecurity threats are becoming increasingly diverse and sophisticated. As a result, responding to these cybersecurity threats… The post The Role of Intelligence in Cyber Threat Response…

Innovator Spotlight: Concentric AI

It’s not enough for companies to just discover and monitor sensitive data. They need tools that can proactively fix any security issues to prevent data loss and meet compliance standards…. The post Innovator Spotlight: Concentric AI appeared first on Cyber…

How Automation Can Help Security Policy Optimization

One of the recurring questions we hear from network security leaders is “why aren’t our security policies optimized?” The answer, however, is far from simple. The truth is that a… The post How Automation Can Help Security Policy Optimization appeared…

Unmasking Shadow Apps to Secure Your SaaS Stack

It is a tale almost as old as time: users click download, install, and accept as they adopt new software applications without considering the security implications, or getting approval from… The post Unmasking Shadow Apps to Secure Your SaaS Stack…

Escalating Cyberattacks in the Healthcare Sector

The healthcare sector has become a prime target for cyberattacks, with the frequency and sophistication of these attacks increasing rapidly over the last several months. More than 124 million records were compromised… The post Escalating Cyberattacks in the Healthcare Sector appeared first…

Innovator Spotlight: Zilla Security

by Dan K. Anderson CEO, CISO, and vCISO As organizations grow, managing access to critical systems and ensuring compliance with identity governance and administration (IGA) standards becomes increasingly complex. A… The post Innovator Spotlight: Zilla Security appeared first on Cyber…

Innovator Spotlight: Guardio

Cyber threats are becoming more sophisticated, putting both individuals and businesses at significant risk. The rise in phishing attacks, identity theft, and online fraud highlights the urgent need for accessible… The post Innovator Spotlight: Guardio appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Top Tips and Risks Ahead of the 2024 Olympic Games

As buzz and excitement continues to build around the upcoming 2024 Summer Olympics, it is important to be aware of the potential cyberthreats that often target such large global events. The… The post Top Tips and Risks Ahead of the 2024…

The MDR That Sees It All

Unmonitored infrastructure is a major source of initial compromises for enterprises.  The Critical Start MDR solution counters this with endpoint coverage gap monitoring, log ingestion failure alerts, and hidden asset… The post The MDR That Sees It All appeared first…

Spotlight on DeepKeep.ai

DeepKeep, the leading provider of AI-Native Trust, Risk, and Security Management (TRiSM), empowers large corporations that rely on AI, GenAI, and LLM technologies to manage risk and protect growth. Our… The post Spotlight on DeepKeep.ai appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Publisher’s Spotlight: Reach Security

The AI-Driven Solution Transforming Cybersecurity Infrastructure by Gary Miliefsky Publisher and Dan K. Anderson vCISO and Writer Reach Security is revolutionizing cybersecurity by introducing the first AI specifically designed to… The post Publisher’s Spotlight: Reach Security appeared first on Cyber…

Innovator Spotlight: Qwiet

The volume of code needed is greater than ever while cycles to produce said code are shrinking. One of the consequences of this is security has become secondary – both… The post Innovator Spotlight: Qwiet appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: ZINAD

In today’s fast-evolving digital landscape, cyber attackers are becoming increasingly creative, targeting the human element as a primary entry point. Research shows that human error accounts for up to 90%… The post Innovator Spotlight: ZINAD appeared first on Cyber Defense…

One Year Later: CISA’s Secure by Design Initiative

In April 2023, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) unveiled the Secure by Design initiative, setting a new standard for security across the industry. The initiative urges vendors to create… The post One Year Later: CISA’s Secure by Design Initiative…

Innovator Spotlight: HyperCube

by Pete Green, vCISO, Cybersecurity Consultant and Reporter for CDM Gartner has stated the challenge facing most organizations today: “Boards are now pushing back for improved understanding of what they… The post Innovator Spotlight: HyperCube appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Publishers Spotlight: HackerOne

I was thrilled to catch up with HackerOne during Black Hat USA 2024. The modern threat landscape presents increasingly complex cybersecurity challenges for modern organizations. Emerging technologies, like generative AI,… The post Publishers Spotlight: HackerOne appeared first on Cyber Defense…

The Great Ai Swindle

AI washing, or making inflated or misleading claims about AI capabilities, is nothing new. In some ways it is to be expected when a new disruptive technology hits the limelight…. The post The Great Ai Swindle appeared first on Cyber…

Top Tips and Risks Ahead of the 2024 Olympic Games

As buzz and excitement continues to build around the upcoming 2024 Summer Olympics, it is important to be aware of the potential cyberthreats that often target such large global events. The… The post Top Tips and Risks Ahead of the 2024…

Protecting Against Malicious Open Source Packages

What Works and What Doesn’t A software package is the dream of reusability made possible. Individual developers and organizations of all kinds contributed software components to public repositories, in standardized… The post Protecting Against Malicious Open Source Packages appeared first…

Unlocking Secure Communications 101: The Fundamentals

Ensuring the protection of data and communications is of utmost importance for organisations adapting to the intricacies of the digital era. Are you knowledgeable about secure communications? Whether you’re new… The post Unlocking Secure Communications 101: The Fundamentals appeared first…

Innovator Spotlight: Cymulate

AI Copilot: Revolutionizing Threat Exposure Validation by Samridhi Agarwal, Master’s Student, CMU During BlackHat, Cymulate, a leader in security and exposure validation, has officially launched Cymulate AI Copilot, an innovative,… The post Innovator Spotlight: Cymulate appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: Illumio

Pioneering Zero Trust Segmentation for Comprehensive Cybersecurity by Samridhi Agarwal, Master’s Student, CMU In today’s rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape, organizations face increasingly sophisticated threats that can breach even the most… The post Innovator Spotlight: Illumio appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: Fortanix

Unveiling Secure Data Practices in a World of AI Risks by Samridhi Agarwal, Master’s Student, CMU In an era where artificial intelligence is becoming increasingly prevalent, organizations face new and… The post Innovator Spotlight: Fortanix appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: Expel

Leading the Charge in Managed Detection and Response by Samridhi Agarwal, Master’s Student, CMU In a conversation with Greg Notch, CISO at Expel, explored the increasing sophistication of cyber threats,… The post Innovator Spotlight: Expel appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Spotlight on Oleria

Q&A with OIeria CEO Jim Alkove: Identity is the keystone to the future of cybersecurity and a critical area for companies to focus on because it’s where attackers are moving…. The post Spotlight on Oleria appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: Salt Security

In a world where APIs have become integral to the digital and technical experience, they also represent a significant security risk, often flying under the radar of traditional security solutions…. The post Innovator Spotlight: Salt Security appeared first on Cyber…

Innovator Spotlight: HUMAN

During my conversation with Lindsay Kaye, VP of Threat Intelligence at HUMAN Security, she emphasized how HUMAN tackles some of the most complex and overlooked threats in today’s digital landscape…. The post Innovator Spotlight: HUMAN appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: Tanium

During my conversation with Melissa Bischoping, Senior Director of Security & Product Design Research at Tanium, she emphasized how the company addresses the critical challenge of operational risk and security… The post Innovator Spotlight: Tanium appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: Keepnet Labs

Human error remains one of the most significant vulnerabilities in cybersecurity. Despite advances in technology and automated defenses, employees continue to be the primary target for cybercriminals, particularly through social… The post Innovator Spotlight: Keepnet Labs appeared first on Cyber…

Innovator Spotlight: Lineaje

Attending Black Hat 2024 with Cyber Defense Magazine is always an enlightening experience, giving me the opportunity to interview several industry leaders who are paving the way of cybersecurity innovation. … The post Innovator Spotlight: Lineaje appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Cyber Threats vs. Risks: Building a Proactive Cyber Defense

As cybersecurity threats continue to evolve in the ever-changing cyber landscape, organizations within every industry must implement a comprehensive security strategy to remain resilient in the face of attacks. While… The post Cyber Threats vs. Risks: Building a Proactive Cyber…

Why Legacy MFA is DOA

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) has long been heralded as a cornerstone of secure digital practices. However, the traditional forms of MFA, now often referred to as “legacy MFA,” are increasingly seen… The post Why Legacy MFA is DOA appeared first on…

Best Practices for Enterprise Security

Cyberattacks and data breaches are running rampant in enterprises, causing havoc and interrupting business operations. These nuisances are the last thing an organization wants to experience and can cause long-lasting… The post Best Practices for Enterprise Security appeared first on…

Innovator Spotlight: Cobalt

Pioneering Pentest as a Service (PtaaS) for Enhanced Offensive Security At BlackHat, we had the opportunity to speak with Jason Lamar, Cobalt’s Senior Vice President of Product, about the evolving… The post Innovator Spotlight: Cobalt appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: BackBox

Revolutionizing Network Security Automation I recently spoke with Rekha Shenoy, CEO of BackBox during the BlackHat conference, and her insights into the tech industry and network security were nothing short… The post Innovator Spotlight: BackBox appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: Delinea

Revolutionizing Identity Security with AI-Driven Solutions At BlackHat 2024, we had the pleasure of discussing the future of identity security with Phil Calvin, Chief Product Officer at Delinea. As organizations… The post Innovator Spotlight: Delinea appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: Pentera

Revolutionizing Cybersecurity with Automated Security Validation In a conversation with Jay Mar-Tang, Field CISO at Pentera, it became clear that the landscape of cybersecurity is rapidly evolving. With the increasing… The post Innovator Spotlight: Pentera appeared first on Cyber Defense…

The Internet of Things Technological Perspective

The Internet of Things (IoT) is a boom which has come with the ongoing industrial progress and revolution offering something inexpensive and suitable to everyone, but yet quite unreliable and… The post The Internet of Things Technological Perspective appeared first…

Making Progress and Losing Ground

As an industry and a society, we are finally making progress in protecting both our digital and physical identities. The good news is that many people are now aware of… The post Making Progress and Losing Ground appeared first on…

Innovator Spotlight: SNYK

It’s time to give your development process a boost. We’ve all been there staring at a security issue, trying to figure out the best way to fix it without breaking… The post Innovator Spotlight: SNYK appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Publishers Spotlight: Blumira

I was thrilled to catch up with Blumira during Black Hat USA 2024. When it comes to resource-constrained businesses, traditional security information and event management (SIEM) systems can seem like… The post Publishers Spotlight: Blumira appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: ThreatLocker

In the rapidly evolving world of cybersecurity, incidents frequently arise when malicious code finds its way into trusted environments. These breaches can be triggered by seemingly harmless actions, such as… The post Innovator Spotlight: ThreatLocker appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Spotlight on Sysdig

As cloud environments continue to expand, so do the threats targeting them. In today’s fast-paced digital world, attacks on cloud infrastructure happen within 10 minutes, leaving traditional security tools struggling… The post Spotlight on Sysdig appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Spotlight on Akto.ai

As APIs become the backbone of digital transformation, they also represent one of the biggest security risks to organizations. According to Gartner, by 2025, APIs will be the top attack… The post Spotlight on Akto.ai appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: Beyond Identity

At Black Hat 2024, I had the opportunity to speak with Jasson Casey, CEO of Beyond Identity, about their groundbreaking work in secure identity and access management (IAM). In an… The post Innovator Spotlight: Beyond Identity appeared first on Cyber…

Innovator Spotlight: Zenity

Another innovative industry leader I had the pleasure of speaking with was Michael Bargury, Co-Founder and CTO of Zenity, a pioneering company that is redefining how enterprises approach security for… The post Innovator Spotlight: Zenity appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: Traceable AI

Attending Black Hat 2024 with Cyber Defense Magazine is always an enlightening experience, giving me the opportunity to interview several industry leaders who are paving the way for cybersecurity innovation…. The post Innovator Spotlight: Traceable AI appeared first on Cyber…

Innovator Spotlight: Reco.ai

As organizations increasingly rely on SaaS applications, the risk of data breaches and unauthorized access grows significantly. According to a 2024 study by the Ponemon Institute, 63% of data breaches… The post Innovator Spotlight: Reco.ai appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Spotlight on Simbian

The race to adopt AI-driven solutions has opened up new opportunities for businesses but has also introduced unprecedented risks in data integrity, compliance, and governance. According to Gartner, 40% of… The post Spotlight on Simbian appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: DNSFilter

In today’s digital age, cybersecurity can often feel like a daunting challenge, with the constant fear of being just one click away from a potential compromise. For Timothy (TK) Keanini,… The post Innovator Spotlight: DNSFilter appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: Gurucul

It was a privilege to meet with Saryu Nayyar, CEO of Gurucul, a prominent woman leader in the cybersecurity industry. As a fellow woman in this field, I was particularly… The post Innovator Spotlight: Gurucul appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: Cyversity

Interview with Dr. Wade Holmes, member, Cyversity Board of Directors Cyversity is a 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to achieve the consistent representations of women, underrepresented minorities, and all veterans… The post Innovator Spotlight: Cyversity appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Encryption of Data at Rest: The Cybersecurity Last Line of Defense

Defending business against cyberattack Encryption of Data at Rest: The Cybersecurity Last Line of Defense In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, where threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated and pervasive, traditional… The post Encryption of Data at Rest: The Cybersecurity Last…

Sheltering From the Cyberattack Storm – Part Two

In the first part of this series, I discussed sophisticated cyberattacks, analyzed an example, and offered advice on how to remediate against such an attack. But the cybersecurity storm doesn’t stop… The post Sheltering From the Cyberattack Storm – Part Two…

Innovator Spotlight: ArmorCode

As the world of software development accelerates, the need to secure applications from the earliest stages of development has become critical. The rise of DevSecOps has placed immense pressure on… The post Innovator Spotlight: ArmorCode appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Publisher’s Spotlight: Checkmarx

I was thrilled to catch up with Checkmarx during Black Hat USA 2024.  Cloud development transformation has ushered in a host of expanding security challenges: the rising number of point… The post Publisher’s Spotlight: Checkmarx appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: DataBee™

The challenge of locating and utilizing data within organizations has become increasingly problematic. Despite the abundance of data available, much of it remains scattered, siloed, and unstructured, making it difficult… The post Innovator Spotlight: DataBee™ appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Publisher’s Spotlight: Horizon3.ai

I was thrilled to catch up with Horizon3.ai during Black Hat USA 2024.  Most attackers don’t break in, they log in. CrowdStrike’s 2023 Global Threat Report findings confirm that 71%… The post Publisher’s Spotlight: Horizon3.ai appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: DataBee™

The challenge of locating and utilizing data within organizations has become increasingly problematic. Despite the abundance of data available, much of it remains scattered, siloed, and unstructured, making it difficult… The post Innovator Spotlight: DataBee™ appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: Reach Security

Despite the increasing number of cybersecurity tools available, attacks continue to succeed at an alarming rate. Studies show that more than 70% of organizations only utilize 20% or less of… The post Innovator Spotlight: Reach Security appeared first on Cyber…

Innovator Spotlight: SecPod

Vulnerability management has become more critical than ever as the global cost of cybercrime is projected to reach $10.5 trillion annually by 2025. In a world where a cyberattack occurs… The post Innovator Spotlight: SecPod appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: Cigent

As organizations increasingly rely on edge devices for data collection and processing, the risk of sensitive data breaches has escalated. The proliferation of traditional and emerging devices, such as IoT,… The post Innovator Spotlight: Cigent appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: ExtraHop

As organizations face an escalating wave of cyberattacks, ransomware remains a top concern, with more than 91% of IT and security decision-makers admitting to having paid at least one ransom… The post Innovator Spotlight: ExtraHop appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: Upwind

The rapid adoption of cloud technology has led to an explosion in complexity and vulnerability within modern infrastructures. In 2022, 45% of businesses reported cloud-based data breaches or failed audits,… The post Innovator Spotlight: Upwind appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: Normalyze

In today’s fast-paced digital world, data breaches have become the norm, not the exception. With data sprawled across cloud, on-prem, and hybrid environments, organizations face critical challenges in maintaining visibility… The post Innovator Spotlight: Normalyze appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Innovator Spotlight: Harmonic Security

The rapid rise of generative AI (GenAI) has brought about both unprecedented opportunities and significant challenges for organizations, particularly in data protection. According to MIT research, 77% of organizations identify… The post Innovator Spotlight: Harmonic Security appeared first on Cyber…

Innovator Spotlight: AppSOC

The rapid adoption of AI and Generative AI applications has unlocked tremendous potential, but it has also introduced significant security risks that enterprises must address. Gartner predicts that by 2025,… The post Innovator Spotlight: AppSOC appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Publisher’s Spotlight: Cyera

I was thrilled to catch up with Cyera during Black Hat USA 2024. Over 90% of the world’s data was created in the last two years – making data the… The post Publisher’s Spotlight: Cyera appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Publisher’s Spotlight: Cranium

I was thrilled to catch up with Cranium during Black Hat USA 2024.  CISOs are feeling pressure from their CEOs and Boards to support these initiatives when they need more… The post Publisher’s Spotlight: Cranium appeared first on Cyber Defense…

Publishers Spotlight: Cranium

I was thrilled to catch up with Cranium during Black Hat USA 2024.  CISOs are feeling pressure from their CEOs and Boards to support these initiatives when they need more… The post Publishers Spotlight: Cranium appeared first on Cyber Defense…