The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Shashanka Dr. Madhu Shashanka , Chief Data Scientist, Concentric AI Generative AI in 2025 will bring transformative opportunities but heightened cybersecurity risks, including data exposure, AI misuse, and novel threats like prompt injection attacks. Organizations face rising risks of AI-driven social engineering and personal device breaches.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 21, 2022

Related: The value of sharing third-party risk assessments. The threat landscape is also continuously changing, with new attacker trends coming to light and new software vulnerabilities discovered which put organizations at risk if they are not patched. Take a risk-based approach. Is data backed up regularly?

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Technical details One of the vulnerabilities was reported to Google by Apple Security Engineering and Architecture (SEAR), which reported the issue on October 23, 2024. We don’t just report on threats—we remove them Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline. It could be used for potential data theft or system crashes.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 17, 2023

Here are a few of the top security weaknesses that threaten organizations today: Poor risk management. A lack of a risk management program or support from senior management is a glaring weakness in your cybersecurity strategy. Spotty patching. Vulnerability management is another key consideration when it comes to security.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 21, 2025

404 Media says the company trained GeoSpy on millions of images from around the world and can recognize distinct geographical markers such as architectural styles, soil characteristics, and their spatial relationships. Aside from the contribution towards a surveillance society, the risks of such a tool are obvious.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 4, 2023

The Omdia analysts called out a a handful of key proactive methodologies: Risk-Based Vulnerability Management (RBVM), Attack Surface Management (ASM), and Incident Simulation and Testing (IST). RBVM solutions don’t merely identify vulnerabilities, it quantifies and prioritizes them, making risk management more strategic. Is that fair?

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

The company warns that the risk is higher if the management interface is accessible from the internet or an untrusted network, directly or via a dataplane interface with a management profile. The security vendor recommends restricting access to trusted internal IP addresses to minimize the risk of exploitation. h4 >= 11.2.4-h4

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 22, 2024

In the modern landscape of cybersecurity risk management, one uncomfortable truth is clear — managing cyber risk across the enterprise is harder than ever. Keeping architectures and systems secure and compliant can seem overwhelming even for today’s most skilled teams.

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IT Security Guru

JANUARY 9, 2025

With the continued evolution of these risks, IT leaders must adapt by implementing a multi-layered approach to security, staying one step ahead of attackers. Resolution #2: Take a Quantum Leap in Security As quantum computing improves, organizations must prepare today to address the security risk posed by this emerging technology.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

The company warns that the risk is higher if the management interface is accessible from the internet or an untrusted network, directly or via a dataplane interface with a management profile. The security vendor recommends restricting access to trusted internal IP addresses to minimize the risk of exploitation. h4 >= 11.2.4-h4

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Krebs on Security

JUNE 15, 2023

CISA also says agencies should “deploy capabilities, as part of a Zero Trust Architecture, that enforce access control to the interface through a policy enforcement point separate from the interface itself (preferred action).”

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 8, 2023

Smarter security to me broadly refers to relentlessly focusing on fundamentals while maturing the program, making sure your risk posture aligns with your business strategy. It means anti-phishing tools so your teams can open emails without needless hesitation or risk. This leads to revenue gains and positive customer outcomes.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Experts warn that organizations must act decisively to protect against this growing threat by implementing Zero Trust architectures, patching vulnerabilities, and strengthening identity security. Organizations must work closely with their suppliers to ensure a long-term operations and risk mitigation plan."

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Google Security

OCTOBER 15, 2024

We recognized the inherent risks associated with memory-unsafe languages and developed tools like sanitizers , which detect memory safety bugs dynamically, and fuzzers like AFL and libfuzzer , which proactively test the robustness and security of a software application by repeatedly feeding unexpected inputs.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 3, 2024

As software development grows more complex and APIs become more central to new software architectures, vulnerabilities can stem from various sources, whether it’s an issue within open-source components or a mistake made by one of your developers.

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The Hacker News

AUGUST 8, 2024

Microsoft said it is developing security updates to address two loopholes that it said could be abused to stage downgrade attacks against the Windows update architecture and replace current versions of the Windows files with older versions.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 17, 2024

government is sounding the alarm on a growing cybersecurity risk for critical infrastructureinternet-exposed Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs). Failure to do so could allow malicious actors to disrupt operations, alter critical processes, and endanger public health and safety What Are HMIs and Why Are They at Risk?

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

SASE architectures must be validated end to end—from users and branches, through SASE points of presence, to cloud application servers. Additionally, performance needs to be profiled across all networks and SASE behavior measured across all architectures—virtualized, containerized, and bare metal Jeyaretnam Test for the real world.

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Adam Shostack

JANUARY 2, 2025

Risk Framework and Machine Learning The Berryville Institute of Machine Learning (BIML) has released " An Architectural Risk Analysis of Machine Learning Systems." BIML has released the work in two ways, an interactive risk framework contains a subset of the information in the PDF version.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

From the report: "AI-driven access controls allow organizations to dynamically adjust permissions based on real-time risk assessments, reducing the attack surface." Organizations should integrate AI-driven risk scoring into their Zero Trust architecture.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

This breach has exposed residents to potential risks like identity theft and financial fraud, compounding the urgency for more robust cybersecurity measures in the public sector. Businesses that handle customer data or interact with city networks are now faced with heightened risks.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Risk-based Management Taking risks is part of businesses, and it's good to have a "don't be afraid to fail" attitude. If doing so, it's important to apply a risk management structure, particularly in the cybersecurity domain. This helps alleviate emerging threats and risks early on. Here's a quick breakdown.

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Centraleyes

MARCH 25, 2024

Let’s discuss an acronym reshaping the business world: Vendor Risk Management , or VRM. With supply chains extending across multiple regions and involving numerous third-party vendors, organizations face unprecedented challenges in managing vendor risks effectively. What risks are you facing?

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Centraleyes

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Tools like ChatGPT and Bard, powered by large language models, showcase how generative AI transforms business processesbut they also pose new risks. In a recent survey, 93% of respondents admitted to knowingly increasing their companys cybersecurity risks. The challenge? Securing these AI models and the data they generate.

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Schneier on Security

AUGUST 29, 2018

But the CIA's interim system contained a technical error: It connected back architecturally to the CIA's main covert communications platform. The moral -- which is to go back to pre-computer systems in these hihg-risk sophisticated-adversary circumstances -- is the right one, I think. People died because of that mistake.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 28, 2025

DeepSeek’s AI model is highly appreciated due to its exceptional performance, low costs, versatility across various industries, and innovative architecture that enhances learning and decision-making. ” concludes the report.

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Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 1, 2022

“Our team quickly triaged the report and determined the risk to partners to be minimal,” said Patrick Beggs , ConnectWise’s chief information security officer. “Nevertheless, the mitigation was simple and presented no risk to partner experience, so we put it into the then-stable 22.8

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 30, 2024

Cloud storage risks involve potential external threats and vulnerabilities that jeopardize the security of stored data. Risks can lead to issues, but at the same time, you can prevent the risks by addressing these issues. Migration challenges result in incomplete transfers, which expose critical information to risk.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

The company warns that the risk is higher if the management interface is accessible from the internet or an untrusted network, directly or via a dataplane interface with a management profile. The security vendor recommends restricting access to trusted internal IP addresses to minimize the risk of exploitation. h4 >= 11.2.4-h4

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Step 1: Rethink your security architecture Zero Trust requires securing every layer—network, applications, identity, and access—while enforcing least privilege. When redesigning your architecture: Conduct a business impact analysis: Identify critical assets (data, systems, applications) and focus security efforts on the most important areas.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 27, 2025

demands a structured approach to implementation and preparation. demands a structured approach to implementation and preparation. Each step, from initial technical review to mock assessments, is designed to build upon the previous, ensuring a seamless path to CMMC certification.

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The State of Security

JULY 17, 2022

Among the many challenges businesses contend with in the global marketplace today, the 11th Allianz Risk Barometer 2022 ranks cybersecurity threats as the most important business risk. To safeguard their network systems and entire security architecture, […]… Read More.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Access controls are the nexus of security and the expanding perimeter, and zero trust is the architecture that encompasses it. Zero trust is an all-inclusive security and privacy architecture. The network security perimeter is dynamically created and policy-based, and must be guarded by secure and highly managed access controls.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

The State of Cybersecurity in Canada 2025 report, published by the Canadian Cybersecurity Network (CCN) and the Security Architecture Podcast , delivers an in-depth analysis of the evolving threat landscape, emerging risks, and strategic recommendations for Canadian organizations. Retail: Supply chain vulnerabilities contribute to $7.05

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

Sophos identified and publicly disclosed these attacks, including campaigns like Asnarök and “Personal Panda,” while warning vulnerable organizations of the risks. “The adversaries appear to be well-resourced, patient, creative, and unusually knowledgeable about the internal architecture of the device firmware.

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Centraleyes

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Policy management is the sturdy scaffolding that supports governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) objectives while shaping corporate culture and ensuring adherence to regulatory obligations. It anchors organizational goals, mitigates risks, and guides compliance. Tailored : No one-size-fits-all.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Identifying Vulnerabilities The attacker begins by studying your system’s architecture and identifying specific patterns of memory access that can be manipulated to generate electromagnetic signals. Subscribe The post The RAMBO Attack Explained: Risks, Implications, & Mitigations for RSA Security appeared first on eSecurity Planet.

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