Ransomware negotiations are a high-stakes game where every decision matters. In this Help Net Security video, Kurtis Minder, CEO at GroupSense, takes us inside the world of ransomware negotiations. We learn how attackers communicate, the tough decisions victims face, and…
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Review: Cybersecurity Tabletop Exercises
Packed with real-world case studies and practical examples, Cybersecurity Tabletop Exercises offers insights into how organizations have successfully leveraged tabletop exercises to identify security gaps and enhance their incident response strategies. The authors explore a range of realistic scenarios, including…
IntelMQ: Open-source tool for collecting and processing security feeds
IntelMQ is an open-source solution designed to help IT security teams (including CERTs, CSIRTs, SOCs, and abuse departments) streamline the collection and processing of security feeds using a message queuing protocol. “Originally designed for CSIRTs and later adopted by SOCs,…
Week in review: NIST selects HQC for post-quantum encryption, 10 classic cybersecurity books
Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news, articles, interviews and videos: NIST selects HQC as backup algorithm for post-quantum encryption Last year, NIST standardized a set of encryption algorithms that can keep data secure from a…
Quantifying cyber risk strategies to resonate with CFOs and boards
In this Help Net Security interview, Mir Kashifuddin, Data Risk & Privacy Leader at PwC, discusses how CISOs can translate cyber risk into business value and secure a more strategic role within their organizations. He explains that aligning cybersecurity with…
Corero Network Security expands AI capabilities across its portfolio
Corero Network Security announced the strategic advancement of AI capabilities across its product portfolio and operations—building on a long-standing legacy of intelligent, adaptive security solutions. For years, Corero’s SmartWall ONE platform has delivered automated, real-time DDoS protection powered by advanced…
Top 5 threats keeping CISOs up at night in 2025
Cyber threats in 2025 require a proactive, adaptive approach. To stay ahead, CISOs must balance technical defenses, regulatory expectations, and human factors. By prioritizing AI-driven security, ransomware resilience, supply chain risk management, insider threat mitigation, and compliance preparedness, CISOs can…
New infosec products of the week: March 14, 2025
Here’s a look at the most interesting products from the past week, featuring releases from Alloy, Detectify, Pondurance, and SimSpace. SimSpace Stack Optimizer allows organizations to measure their security technologies Stack Optimizer is designed to help organizations make informed, strategic…
94% of Wi-Fi networks lack protection against deauthentication attacks
A recent report from Nozomi Networks Labs, based on an analysis of over 500,000 wireless networks worldwide, reveals that only 6% are adequately protected against wireless deauthentication attacks. Most wireless networks, including those in mission-critical environments, remain highly exposed to…
How to secure your personal metadata from online trackers
When it comes to safeguarding your privacy online, most people focus on securing passwords, encrypting communications, and clearing browsing history. While these practices are essential, they overlook one important element—metadata. This data, which is collected about your digital interactions, can…