The Hacker News

DECEMBER 24, 2021

Cybersecurity researchers have disclosed details of an evasive malware campaign that makes use of valid code signing certificates to sneak past security defenses and stay under the radar with the goal of deploying Cobalt Strike and BitRAT payloads on compromised systems.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 13, 2023

However, its growth also presents significant challenges to cybersecurity, as it has the potential to render traditional cryptographic algorithms obsolete. Quantum-Resistant Cryptography In response to these emerging threats, researchers and cybersecurity experts have been developing quantum-resistant cryptographic algorithms.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Much like the rest of technology, merger and acquisition (M&A) activity for cybersecurity companies has been in a slump this year. Startup Runways Dwindle A key factor that will likely drive more dealmaking activity is that CEOs of cybersecurity startups may not have much of a choice. And this may happen sooner than later.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 19, 2023

As 2023 draws to an end and cybersecurity budgeting is nearly complete, it helps to consider the year’s events and try to predict next year’s trends. After receiving input from industry experts and doing my own analysis of the year’s driving forces, I identified five major cybersecurity trends. Bottom line: Prepare now based on risk.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 29, 2022

Standalone cybersecurity tools are not enough to maintain the security posture of an entire organization. A number of solutions may be needed to protect against all of these threats if organizations don’t opt for full security suites. Top Cybersecurity Software. Jump to: XDR NGFWs CASBs SIEM. Best XDR Tools.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

Everyone knows that cybersecurity is a red-hot career field, and chief security officers (or chief information security officers in many organizations) are the ones leading the online security defense. Is it time to look elsewhere?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 27, 2021

As some hackers have developed a malware that uses code signing certificates to avoid detection by security defenses and has the tendency to download payloads onto a compromised system. Interestingly, the malware is found using a code signing certificate from Sectigo, a cybersecurity company that offers digital identity solutions.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 2, 2024

The 2023 vendor surveys arriving this quarter paint a picture of a cybersecurity landscape under attack, with priority issues affecting deployment, alert response, and exposed vulnerabilities. This article details two major findings from the report: five major cybersecurity threats and prioritization problems.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

1, 2023 — AdviserCyber , a cybersecurity service provider for Registered Investment Advisers (RIAs) with $500M to $3B Assets Under Management (AUM) who must comply with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) cybersecurity requirements, announced its formal launch today. Phoenix, Ariz. —

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 16, 2024

Get the Free Cybersecurity Newsletter Strengthen your organization's IT security defenses by keeping up to date on the latest cybersecurity news, solutions, and best practices. Subscribe The post ShadowRay Vulnerability: 6 Lessons for AI & Cybersecurity appeared first on eSecurity Planet.

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The Hacker News

OCTOBER 21, 2021

An effective cybersecurity strategy can be challenging to implement correctly and often involves many layers of security. Part of a robust security strategy involves performing what is known as a penetration test (pen test).

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

As today’s security threat environment evolves, SaaS security posture management (SSPM) has become a key part of a CISO's security defense plan. The post A CISO’s Guide to SaaS Security Posture Management appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 18, 2024

Rural hospitals face a unique challenge altogether — a lack of resources to invest in robust cybersecurity solutions, leaving their systems and patient data exposed. This new initiative aims to bolster cybersecurity defenses in these facilities by providing them with access to discounted (up to 75%) and even free cybersecurity solutions.

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Hacker's King

OCTOBER 18, 2024

In 2024, cybersecurity and software engineering stand as two of the most critical fields shaping the tech industry. With technology advancing rapidly, both professions are highly sought after, yet cybersecurity has seen a massive surge in importance due to the increasing number of cyber threats. Current Trends in Cybersecurity 1.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Cybersecurity researcher Scott Scheferman reported that a new Windows UEFI rootkit, dubbed Black Lotus, is advertised on underground criminal forums. Black Lotus is able to disable security solutions, including Hypervisor-protected Code Integrity (HVCI), BitLocker, and Windows Defender.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Technology reviews can be a temptingly easy way to gain insight into the often impenetrable world of enterprise cybersecurity products, but you need to know how to use them. Subscribe The post Hidden Biases in Cybersecurity Reviews – And How to Use Them appeared first on eSecurity Planet. You can unsubscribe at any time.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JULY 6, 2021

And as per the notification issued on an official note, experienced analogue workers will be available to help security, defense, development and foreign policy sectors on 24×7 basis to boost resiliency of UK’s critical digital infrastructure from September 2022.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Healthcare organizations have an average of more than 26,000 network-connected devices, yet only 51% of the surveyed organizations include them in their cybersecurity strategy. “As long as cybersecurity remains a low priority, healthcare providers will continue to endanger their patients. . Healthcare Security Defenses.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

TDSSKiller a legitimate tool developed by the cybersecurity firm Kaspersky to remove rootkits, the software could also disable EDR solutions through a command line script or batch file. The command aimed to disrupt security defenses by disabling this service. In this instance, attackers attempted to disable MBAMService.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Cybersecurity automation refers to the process of automating the prevention, detection, identification, and eradication of cyberthreats. It can be successful without human assistance, but it usually supplements the security operations center (SOC) team.

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Teslas have plenty of vulnerabilities, as cybersecurity researchers have recently discovered. The zero-days reveal just how many items can threaten an organization’s cybersecurity. While we’ve known about the dangers of IoT devices for a long time, plenty of cybersecurity tools still don’t sufficiently cover them.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

In a blockbuster deal that could shake up the cybersecurity market, Cisco announced this morning that it will acquire Splunk for $28 billion. Cisco too has also lost ground to more nimble cybersecurity competitors but still boasts a strong customer base thanks to its networking dominance.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

As cyber threats become increasingly sophisticated, integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into cybersecurity is more than a passing trend — it’s a groundbreaking shift in protecting our digital assets. What is the Impact of AI in Cybersecurity? What is the Impact of AI in Cybersecurity?

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Penetration Testing

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Cybercriminals are always looking for new ways to bypass security defenses, and the latest tactic, as reported by Perception Point, involves using ZIP concatenation to deliver Trojan malware to Windows... The post Trojan Malware Delivered via ZIP Concatenation: A New Threat to Windows Users appeared first on Cybersecurity News.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 18, 2024

SOCs are one of the most important functions of an organization’s security defenses, but they are also a heavy drain on resources. The post SOC-as-a-Service: The Five Must-Have Features appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 8, 2024

In a significant cybersecurity breach — not as big as the NPD breach , though — Chinese hackers recently infiltrated the networks of major U.S. cybersecurity experts became alarmed when they noticed unusual data traffic linked to Chinese actors, specifically a hacker group identified as “Salt Typhoon.” Response From U.S.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 20, 2024

Also, stay informed about the current data breaches and cybersecurity news to take immediate action and protect your information if necessary. Subscribe to cybersecurity news sources or set up Google Alerts for terms like “data breach” or “identity theft.”

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 6, 2021

The company confirmed the security breach and launched an investigation into the incident with the help of external security experts. “GIGABYTE, a major manufacturer of motherboards and graphics cards, confirmed that some servers were attacked by hackers today, and the security defense was activated as soon as possible.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

The company is likely to face financial repercussions, including legal fees, potential fines, and increased costs related to bolstering its cybersecurity defenses. Best Practices for Data Protection The breach highlights the importance of implementing robust cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive user data.

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eSecurity Planet

MARCH 15, 2024

HackerGPT, first launched in 2023, is a ChatGPT-powered tool that merges AI technology with cybersecurity-focused expertise. in February 2024, it serves as an extensive repository of hacking tools and techniques to actively assist users in managing complex cybersecurity protection strategies. Launch of HackerGPT 2.0

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eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 29, 2024

Get Free Dashlane Access Get the Free Cybersecurity Newsletter Strengthen your organization's IT security defenses by keeping up to date on the latest cybersecurity news, solutions, and best practices. Email Address By signing up to receive our newsletter, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 8, 2023

With its Alphabet origins and former Google CEO Eric Schmidt as chairman, SandboxAQ landed a $500 million funding round earlier this year, the biggest cybersecurity round of 2023 thus far, with an A-list of investors that includes Schmidt, Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff, T.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 11, 2022

Through ongoing risk-based vulnerability assessments, you can continually evaluate the strength of your security defenses and promptly detect cracks in the armor – on the human, network, application, and systems fronts. appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders. Finds the Cracks in the Armor .

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 8, 2024

CrowdStrike, a cybersecurity behemoth renowned for its cloud-based endpoint protection platform, was in the eye of a storm on July 19, 2024. As the legal battle unfolds, the implications for CrowdStrike’s reputation as a cybersecurity leader and its financial stability hang in the balance.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

The conference’s focus on cyber resilience doesn’t mean that organizations should abandon core security defenses like EDR , access control and firewalls , but they should be prepared for the advanced threats that will, at some point, get past them. Also read : Is the Answer to Vulnerabilities Patch Management as a Service?

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 17, 2024

Additionally, the NICC will incorporate industry specialists, drawing upon the knowledge and experience of the private sector in cutting-edge cybersecurity technologies and threat analysis. However, cybersecurity is an ongoing battle, not a one-time victory. The NICC’s functionalities are multifaceted.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

. “Additionally, it’s important to have an incident response plan in place to swiftly detect and mitigate any security breaches to minimize the potential impact.” Email Address By signing up to receive our newsletter, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

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