The Internet of Things (IoT) refers to the global network of physical devices connected to the internet, capable of collecting and sharing data. IoT devices range from everyday household items to sophisticated industrial tools. By integrating sensors and communication hardware,…
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Gaining Network Transparency with Asset Discovery and Compliance for IT/OT
I recently came across the ” Johari Window Model” and thought this would be a good way to gain inspiration to explain the conundrum faced by many cybersecurity customers. The table below shows us the breakdown of the stages that…
7 Challenges in Scaling SOC Operations and How to Overcome Them
In the past four years, cyberattacks have more than doubled. Cybercriminals are leveraging emerging technologies like artificial intelligence (AI) to facilitate more sophisticated attacks. Geopolitical tumult has increased cyber risk. Couple these factors with a near-ubiquitous desire for businesses to…
Qilin Ransomware: What You Need To Know
What is Qilin? Qilin (also known as Agenda) is a ransomware-as-a-service criminal operation that works with affiliates, encrypting and exfiltrating the data of hacked organisations and then demanding a ransom be paid. Qilin seems like a strange name. Where does…
Life in Cybersecurity: From Law Firm Librarian to Senior Cybersecurity Analyst with Tracy Z. Maleeff
We often interview InfoSec professionals who came to the profession from other areas of technology. Many network engineers, system administrators, and developers found it easy to make the transition to information security. The previous skills were easily applied to cybersecurity.…
How to Spot a Winning NERC CIP Project
The North American Electric Reliability Corporation Critical Infrastructure Protection (NERC CIP) regulations often make exacting demands of Fortra Tripwire’s customers, requiring them to update or create new change processes and document those processes in order to comply. In any NERC…
Where Security Starts in Your Security Projects
The successful implementation of new tools and processes hinges not just on the technology itself but on meticulous project management. From ensuring secure access to the underlying infrastructure, a new tool will be implemented upon defining clear goals and understanding…
Tripwire Patch Priority Index for May 2024
Tripwire’s June 2024 Patch Priority Index (PPI) brings together important vulnerabilities for Microsoft and Adobe. First on the list this month is a patch for Microsoft Windows Error Reporting (CVE-2024-26169). This CVE is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities…
Cybersecurity Checklist: 9 Ways to Stay Safe on Your Summer Travels
As summer approaches, many of us are eagerly planning our much-awaited vacations. Whether you’re jetting off to exotic destinations or embarking on a road trip closer to home, it’s important to remember that cybersecurity should be a part of your…
Integrity and FIM: It’s More than Just Data Security
Integrity is a vital component of any cybersecurity policy, making up one-third of the CIA Triad. However, until recently, the industry has had a limited understanding of the term, using it primarily in the context of data security. Integrity means…