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American Water Shuts Down Services After Cybersecurity Breach

eSecurity Planet

The American Water cyber breach has sparked conversations about the importance of cybersecurity in safeguarding essential services and the growing frequency of cyber threats targeting public utilities. Penetration testing: Regularly simulate cyberattacks through penetration testing to identify exploitable vulnerabilities in the system.

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Elon Musk Blames ‘Massive Cyberattack’ for Widespread X Outage

eSecurity Planet

Protecting against cyberattacks: Tips for organizations In light of this possible cyberattack, organizations are reminded of the critical importance of implementing robust cybersecurity measures. Employee training: Educate staff about cybersecurity best practices , including recognizing phishing attempts and using strong, unique passwords.

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GUEST ESSAY: 7 tips for protecting investor data when it comes to alternative asset trading

The Last Watchdog

Conduct regular penetration testing. Regular and thorough penetration testing is crucial for identifying vulnerabilities within trading systems. Having access to a partner focused in cybersecurity brings fresh perspectives and allows for an unbiased evaluation of the systems in use.

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Krispy Kreme Cyber Attack a Wake-Up Call for the Food Industry

SecureWorld News

What happened: the holes in the doughnut chain's security On November 29, 2024, Krispy Kreme detected unauthorized activity within a portion of its IT systems. In response, Krispy Kreme immediately engaged external cybersecurity experts, implemented containment measures, and notified federal law enforcement.

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Virus Retreat: November Sees 18% Drop in Threats Detected by Dr.Web

Penetration Testing

In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, Doctor Web’s November 2023 virus activity review offers an intriguing glimpse into the shifting nature of digital threats.

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Shift Left Security: Integrating Pentesting Early in Development

NetSpi Executives

Read on to learn how penetration testing can be integrated into a shift left security approach, including the benefits, challenges, and best practices for leveraging pentesting early in the software development lifecycle (SDLC). However, shift left has remained a North Star for organizations seeking to improve application security.

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When Good Tools Go Bad: Dual-Use in Cybersecurity

Security Boulevard

In the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity, certain tools and techniques possess a fascinating duality. These are known as "dual-use" techniques and understanding them is crucial for anyone involved in cybersecurity. This duality arises from the inherent versatility of many cybersecurity tools.