Agentic AI can be an incredibly powerful asset — like another member of the team. However, it can quickly become a liability due to poorly designed frameworks or lax security protocols. The post Developing Security Protocols for Agentic AI Applications appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Trump U-Turn: TikTok’s On-Again/Off-Again U.S. Ban
Not For You: The Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act shouldn’t be enforced, orders President Trump. The post Trump U-Turn: TikTok’s On-Again/Off-Again U.S. Ban appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Forescout Report Detail Hunters International Ransomware Gang Tactics
An analysis of the operations of Hunters International, the ransomware-as-a-service platform that has been used to compromise more than 200 organizations, conducted by Forescout Technologies reveals the cybercriminal syndicate that created it is employing a wide range of new and old tactics and techniques. The post Forescout Report Detail Hunters International Ransomware Gang Tactics appeared…
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Almost 10% of GenAI Prompts Include Sensitive Data: Study
A study by cybersecurity startup Harmonic Security found that 8.5% of prompts entered into generative AI models like ChatGPT, Copilot, and Gemini last year included sensitive information, putting personal and corporate data at risk of being leaked. The post Almost 10% of GenAI Prompts Include Sensitive Data: Study appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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The Future of Automotive Cybersecurity: Why Learning Car Hacking is Essential
As vehicles become smarter, the stakes for securing them grow higher. Learning car hacking is no longer a niche skill — it’s a necessity for anyone interested in the future of cybersecurity. The post The Future of Automotive Cybersecurity: Why Learning Car Hacking is Essential appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Cyber Hygiene: Strengthening Your Digital Immune System Through Routine Maintenance
Good cyber hygiene isn’t a one-time effort; it’s an ongoing process that requires diligence, awareness and consistency. The post Cyber Hygiene: Strengthening Your Digital Immune System Through Routine Maintenance appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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U.S. Treasury Sanctions Chinese Individual, Company for Data Breaches
The U.S. Treasury sanction a Chinese bad actor for participating in the hack of the agency’s networks and a Chinese for its involvement with Salt Typhoon’s attacks on U.S. telecoms. Meanwhile, the FCC calls for stronger cybersecurity measures for ISPs. The post U.S. Treasury Sanctions Chinese Individual, Company for Data Breaches appeared first on Security…
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The 2025 Themes on Data GPS
With the continued mainstreaming of data privacy concerns, nearly all consumer-facing organizations will be forced to treat data GPS as a first-class initiative within their businesses. The post The 2025 Themes on Data GPS appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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From Dark Web to Jackpot: How Cybercriminals Exploit Stolen Credentials in iGaming
It is essential to address credential stuffing directly and collaborate with the broader iGaming community to mitigate its risks. The post From Dark Web to Jackpot: How Cybercriminals Exploit Stolen Credentials in iGaming appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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The Good, the Bad, and the Politics of Biden’s Cybersecurity Order
President Biden in the last few days of his administration issued an expansive cybersecurity EO that touched on issues like software supply chain, AI, and foreign adversaries. Many approved of the effort, though there were concerns that the incoming administration will simply shelve it. The post The Good, the Bad, and the Politics of Biden’s…
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This is HUGE: Biden’s Cybersecurity Exec. Order — Big Parting Gift to Trump
Wow. Just Wow.: Joseph Robinette Biden Jr. hits the emergency “do something” button. The post This is HUGE: Biden’s Cybersecurity Exec. Order — Big Parting Gift to Trump appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Cohesity Extends Services Reach to Incident Response Platforms
Cohesity has extended its Cyber Event Response Team (CERT) service to include third-party providers of incident response platforms, including Palo Alto Networks Unit 42, Arctic Wolf, Sophos, Fenix24 and Semperis. The post Cohesity Extends Services Reach to Incident Response Platforms appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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California Wildfires Spark Phishing Scams Exploiting Chaos
As Southern California continues to battle devastating wildfires, cybercriminals have seized the opportunity to exploit the chaos, targeting vulnerable individuals and organizations. The post California Wildfires Spark Phishing Scams Exploiting Chaos appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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How Much of Your Business is Exposed on the Dark Web?
The dark web is a thriving underground market where stolen data and corporate vulnerabilities are openly traded. This hidden economy poses a direct and growing threat to businesses worldwide. Recent breaches highlight the danger. The post How Much of Your Business is Exposed on the Dark Web? appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Security Concerns Complicate Multi-Cloud Adoption Strategies
While cloud adoption continues to drive digital transformation, the shift to the cloud introduces critical security challenges that organizations must address. The post Security Concerns Complicate Multi-Cloud Adoption Strategies appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Cybersecurity Breaches Degrade Consumer Trust, but Apathy Rises
Most consumers are still unaware of their own role in cybersecurity incidents and continue to place primary blame on external bad actors. The post Cybersecurity Breaches Degrade Consumer Trust, but Apathy Rises appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Network Detection and Response (NDR) Done Right from the Ground Up
With an NDR in place, your IT administrators can quickly detect anomalies on the network, from cyberattacks to malfunctioning application servers or network equipment. The post Network Detection and Response (NDR) Done Right from the Ground Up appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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What is an Uncensored Model and Why Do I Need It
While the power and potential of GenAI is evident for IT and security, the use cases in the security field are surprisingly immature largely due to censorship and guardrails that hamper many models’ utility for cybersecurity use cases. The post What is an Uncensored Model and Why Do I Need It appeared first on Security…
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Infectious Prompt Injection Attacks on Multi-Agent AI Systems
LLMs are becoming very powerful and reliable, and multi-agent systems — multiple LLMs having a major impact tackling complex tasks — are upon us, for better and worse. The post Infectious Prompt Injection Attacks on Multi-Agent AI Systems appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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FBI Deletes PlugX Malware From Computers Infected by China Group
A Chinese-based threat group called Mustang Panda was using a variant of the PlugX malware to infected U.S. Windows computers and steal information. The FBI, with help from French authorities and a private company, deleted the malicious code from more than 4,200 systems. The post FBI Deletes PlugX Malware From Computers Infected by China Group…
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Allstate Violates Drivers’ Privacy, Texas AG Alleges
Don’t Mess With Texas Privacy: “We will hold all these companies accountable,” rants state attorney general Ken Paxton (pictured). The post Allstate Violates Drivers’ Privacy, Texas AG Alleges appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Sweet Security Leverages LLM to Improve Cloud Security
Sweet Security today added a cloud detection engine to its cybersecurity portfolio that makes use of a large language model (LLM) to identify potential threats in real-time. The post Sweet Security Leverages LLM to Improve Cloud Security appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Microsoft Sues Group for Creating Tools to Bypass Azure AI Security
Microsoft is suing 10 unknown people involved in a sophisticated scheme to exploit users credentials to access the vendor’s Azure OpenAI AI services, bypass security guardrails, and post harmful images using its cloud systems. The post Microsoft Sues Group for Creating Tools to Bypass Azure AI Security appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Commvault Adds Ability to Recover Entire Instances of Active Directory
Commvault today added an ability to automatically recover the instances of Microsoft Active Directory (AD) that have become primary targets of cybersecurity attacks. The post Commvault Adds Ability to Recover Entire Instances of Active Directory appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Critical Infrastructure Seeing Benefits of Government Program, CISA Says
CISA in two years has seen the number of critical infrastructure organizations signing up for its CPG services double, which has improved the overall security in most sectors, but more needs to be done to strengthen what has become a target adversarial state-sponsored threat groups. The post Critical Infrastructure Seeing Benefits of Government Program, CISA…
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Future-Proofing Cloud Security: Trends and Predictions for 2025 and Beyond
In this article, we touch on the trends and predictions that in the year 2025 and beyond will fashion cloud security. The post Future-Proofing Cloud Security: Trends and Predictions for 2025 and Beyond appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Conveying Your Security Needs to the Board in Six Minutes or Less
CISOs must take advantage by making the most of their limited time with effective and informative messaging. The post Conveying Your Security Needs to the Board in Six Minutes or Less appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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HHS Proposes Major Overhaul of HIPAA Security Rule in the Wake of Change Healthcare Breach
The new rules come in the wake of the Change Healthcare breach, which exposed the electronic personal health information of about 100 million Americans. The post HHS Proposes Major Overhaul of HIPAA Security Rule in the Wake of Change Healthcare Breach appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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FunkSec: A New Ransomware Group Buoyed by AI
A new ransomware group called FunkSec claimed 85 victims in December but its members appear to be lesser-skilled hackers using generative AI and inflated attack numbers to bolster their capabilities and reputation, according to Check Point researchers. The post FunkSec: A New Ransomware Group Buoyed by AI appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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How to Capitalize on 5 Trends Shaping the Future of Pentesting
Continuous testing is a major contributor to cybersecurity that’s so advanced, integrated and proactive that it doesn’t just prevent an attack but wards off attackers altogether. The post How to Capitalize on 5 Trends Shaping the Future of Pentesting appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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How Your Digital Footprint Fuels Cyberattacks — and What to Do About It
Where you live, where you jog, what your pet’s name is and which email address you use the most is no longer a secret to cybercriminals. Hackers are exploiting the digital breadcrumbs — your personally identifiable information (PII) — that you leave behind daily to launch their cyber attacks. So what can you do to..…
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Hackers Attack PowerSchool, Expose K-12 Teacher and Student Data
Giant education software provider PowerSchool reported that hackers using compromised credentials access a database and stole student and teacher data in an attack that the company said was not ransomware, though a ransom apparently was paid. Affected K-12 school districts are scrambling to alert parents and staffs. The post Hackers Attack PowerSchool, Expose K-12 Teacher…
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Phishing Threats, GenAI Among Top Cybersecurity Risks in 2025
Organizations are facing escalating threats from phishing attacks, personal app usage and the widespread adoption of generative AI (GenAI) in workplaces. According to a Netskope report, phishing attacks surged in 2024, with enterprise employees clicking on phishing links at a rate nearly three times higher than in 2023. The study found phishing campaigns have evolved..…
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From Cybersecurity Consolidation to GenAI and Innovation – What to Expect: 2025 Predictions
What to expect in 2025 and beyond, into the future. Here are some likely predictions across cybersecurity, GenAI and innovation, and defensive cyber. The post From Cybersecurity Consolidation to GenAI and Innovation – What to Expect: 2025 Predictions appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Digital Wallets: From Consumer Convenience to Corporate Security
From storing state IDs, driver’s licenses and passports to managing payment information, digital wallets have revolutionized the way we handle personal credentials. The post Digital Wallets: From Consumer Convenience to Corporate Security appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Chinese-linked Hackers May Be Exploiting Latest Ivanti Vulnerability
Software maker Ivanti, which for more than a year has been plagued by security flaws in its appliance, unveiled two new ones this week, with Mandiant researchers saying that one likely is being activity exploited by China-linked threat groups. The post Chinese-linked Hackers May Be Exploiting Latest Ivanti Vulnerability appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Open Interfaces Needed to Cut Security Operations Costs & Boost Efficiency
While AI/ML and automation promise to help streamline and reduce security operation costs, these efforts could be significantly boosted by the increased availability of standard interfaces The post Open Interfaces Needed to Cut Security Operations Costs & Boost Efficiency appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Security Implications of Configuration Drift
Addressing configuration drift – a seemingly minor issue – is essential to maintaining a secure and resilient IT environment. The post Security Implications of Configuration Drift appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Leveraging Government Grants to Enhance Critical Security Systems
The Biden-Harris Administration’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, also known as the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), allows organizations to receive government grant money for improved cybersecurity. The post Leveraging Government Grants to Enhance Critical Security Systems appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Building Resilience Into Cyber-Physical Systems Has Never Been This Mission-Critical
Our nation’s critical infrastructure is increasingly brittle and under attack. Take the recent report that the drinking water of millions of Americans is at risk due to technical vulnerabilities. The post Building Resilience Into Cyber-Physical Systems Has Never Been This Mission-Critical appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Fortinet CISO Details ‘Phish-Free’ Phishing Scheme Using PayPal
A bad actor is using a Microsoft 365 test domain and a self-created distribution list to bypass traditional email protections and entice victims to hand over their PayPal account information in what Fortinet’s CISO is calling a “phish-free” phishing campaign. The post Fortinet CISO Details ‘Phish-Free’ Phishing Scheme Using PayPal appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Green Bay Packers Retail Site Hacked, Data of 8,500 Customers Exposed
The data of more than 8,500 customers were exposed during an attack on the Green Bay Packers online retail website in which the hackers were able to bypass security measure and install malicious code, steal customers’ names, addresses, and credit card information. The post Green Bay Packers Retail Site Hacked, Data of 8,500 Customers Exposed…
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Insecure Medical Devices — Illumina DNA Sequencer Illuminates Risks
IEI-IEI, Oh: Running an obsolete OS, on obsolete hardware, configured with obsolete settings. The post Insecure Medical Devices — Illumina DNA Sequencer Illuminates Risks appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Rethinking Incident Response: How Organizations Can Avoid Budget Overruns and Delays
Victim organizations need more effective tools and strategies to streamline incident response and mitigate financial fallout. The post Rethinking Incident Response: How Organizations Can Avoid Budget Overruns and Delays appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Exabeam Extends Scope and Reach of SIEM Platform
Exabeam today added a bevy of capabilities to its New-Scale Security Operations Platform, including support for open application programming interface (API) and an ability to search data stored in the LogRhythm security information event management (SIEM) platform it acquired last year. The post Exabeam Extends Scope and Reach of SIEM Platform appeared first on Security…
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Brokers Key to Strengthening American Businesses’ Cyber Defenses
American businesses are increasingly turning to their brokers for more than financial protection, and also seek guidance, expertise and support to strengthen their cyber defenses. The post Brokers Key to Strengthening American Businesses’ Cyber Defenses appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Beware the Rise of the Autonomous Cyber Attacker
AI’s growing sophistication signals a future in which networks can be compromised autonomously, and the industry must prepare for this near-term reality. The post Beware the Rise of the Autonomous Cyber Attacker appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Dark Web Dangers Aren’t as Hidden as You Think
While it occupies only a sliver of the internet, the dark web has become a growing threat to businesses everywhere. The post Dark Web Dangers Aren’t as Hidden as You Think appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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WordPress Plugin Exploited to Turn Legitimate Sites Into Phishing Traps
A WordPress plugin known as PhishWP, has been discovered on Russian cybercrime forums and is being exploited by cybercriminals to steal sensitive data from unsuspecting users. The post WordPress Plugin Exploited to Turn Legitimate Sites Into Phishing Traps appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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China’s Salt Typhoon Attacks Guam entity; US Sanctions Chinese Company
China is continuing to target U.S. entities in its efforts regarding Taiwan, including using state-sponsored Flax Typhoon to compromise Guam infrastructure. U.S. are pushing back, with the Treasury Department sanctioning a Chinse cybersecurity firm accused of aiding in some of the attacks. The post China’s Salt Typhoon Attacks Guam entity; US Sanctions Chinese Company appeared…
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Torq Adds Bevy of AI Agents to Automate Cybersecurity Workflows
Torq has extended the reach of the generative artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities spanning its security operations center (SOC) platform to now include multiple agents. The post Torq Adds Bevy of AI Agents to Automate Cybersecurity Workflows appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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DigiCert Open Sources Domain Control Validation Software
DigiCert has made available a Domain Control Validation (DCV) library under an open-source software license as part of a larger effort to enable certificate authorities (CAs) to reduce total costs. The post DigiCert Open Sources Domain Control Validation Software appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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4 Tips to Fortify the Human Element in Your Cybersecurity Posture
Four actionable tips that will enable you to enhance the human element of your cybersecurity posture, transforming potential vulnerabilities into robust defenses. The post 4 Tips to Fortify the Human Element in Your Cybersecurity Posture appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Poor Cyber Hygiene can Cost Organizations up to an Average of $677 Million
Knowing that insider threats and poor cyber hygiene are well-known as some of the worst threat vectors, prioritizing security controls that can keep pace with modern threats is fundamental for all organizations moving forward. The post Poor Cyber Hygiene can Cost Organizations up to an Average of $677 Million appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Drowning in Visibility? Why Cybersecurity Needs to Shift from Visibility to Actionable Insight
Many security teams today are drowning in data, struggling to transform extensive visibility into actionable, meaningful insights. The post Drowning in Visibility? Why Cybersecurity Needs to Shift from Visibility to Actionable Insight appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Online Marketplaces: Helping Small Businesses Grow and Stay Cyber Safe
Online marketplace sales are projected to reach $3.832 trillion in 2024. Every small e-commerce business should capture market share. The post Online Marketplaces: Helping Small Businesses Grow and Stay Cyber Safe appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Best of 2024: If You are Reachable, You Are Breachable, and Firewalls & VPNs are the Front Door
Firewalls and VPN appliances are critical gateways. Like all on-prem systems, a vulnerability can lead to a compromise that is used to open the door for attackers. The post Best of 2024: If You are Reachable, You Are Breachable, and Firewalls & VPNs are the Front Door appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Best of 2024: FIDO: Consumers are Adopting Passkeys for Authentication
The FIDO Alliance found in a survey that as consumers become more familiar with passkeys, they are adopting the technology as a more secure alternative to passwords to authenticate their identities online. The post Best of 2024: FIDO: Consumers are Adopting Passkeys for Authentication appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Best of 2024: 30,000 Dealerships Down — ‘Ransomware’ Outage Outrage no. 2 at CDK Global
Spend more on security! Car and truck dealers fall back on pen and paper as huge SaaS provider gets hacked (again). The post Best of 2024: 30,000 Dealerships Down — ‘Ransomware’ Outage Outrage no. 2 at CDK Global appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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VW Cars Leak Private Data of 800,000 — ‘Volksdaten’
Cariad, VW Group’s software arm, made this classic error. The post VW Cars Leak Private Data of 800,000 — ‘Volksdaten’ appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Best of 2024: AT&T Says 110M Customers’ Data Leaked — Yep, it’s Snowflake Again
Should’ve used MFA: $T loses yet more customer data—this time, from almost all of them. The post Best of 2024: AT&T Says 110M Customers’ Data Leaked — Yep, it’s Snowflake Again appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Health Care Data of Almost 1 Million ConnectOnCall User Exposed
A hack of health care services provider ConnectOnCall exposed the sensitive data of more than 914,000 users, the latest proof point of the growing interest threat actors have in targeting hospitals and other health care organizations. The post Health Care Data of Almost 1 Million ConnectOnCall User Exposed appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Best of 2024: Massive Online Shopping Scam Racks Up 850,000 Victims
Chinese crooks are running a global network of more than 75,000 fake online shops to steal credit card data and process fraudulent payments. The post Best of 2024: Massive Online Shopping Scam Racks Up 850,000 Victims appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Reflections on a Tumultuous 2024: How Cybersecurity and DevSecOps Took Center Stage
As we near the end of 2024, one fact is clear: It’s been another bang up year with an unprecedented amount of security incidents. All the usual suspects and some new ones have thrown things around. Resiliency is the name of the game it seems. Rising geopolitical tensions, increasingly sophisticated threat actors, and an ongoing..…
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North Korean Hackers Stole $1.34 Billion in Crypto in 2024
North Korean hackers stole $1.34 billion in cryptocurrency in 2024, more than half of the $2.2 billion stolen in all crypto hacks, and the attacks by threat groups linked to the rogue nation are becoming more frequent and are happening more quickly. The post North Korean Hackers Stole $1.34 Billion in Crypto in 2024 appeared…
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OPSWAT Acquires Fend to Extend Cybersecurity Reach Into OT Platforms
OPSWAT this week revealed it has acquired Fend, Inc. to further extend the reach of its cybersecurity portfolio into the realm of operational technology (OT). The post OPSWAT Acquires Fend to Extend Cybersecurity Reach Into OT Platforms appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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How Data Classification Reduces Insider Threats
Companies can significantly reduce insider threat risks with a suitable data classification strategy that adequately manages and protects sensitive information. The post How Data Classification Reduces Insider Threats appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Human Risk Management: The “Weakest Link” Emerges as Key to Cybersecurity
With technology front and center in virtually all business processes, it may seem counterintuitive to suggest that today’s greatest cybersecurity risks don’t stem from technology, but from people. It’s widely recognized that people pose the greatest risk to data and security. This truth stems from the fact that human risks are much more challenging to manage..…
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Zero-Trust in Web3: Redefining Security for Decentralized Systems
By adopting zero-trust principles, we can build systems that are not only decentralized but also secure, resilient and future-proof. The post Zero-Trust in Web3: Redefining Security for Decentralized Systems appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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CISA Mandates Federal Agencies Secure Their Cloud Environments
CISA is requiring all federal agencies to adopt stronger measures to improve their SaaS configurations and protect their complex cloud environments against growing threats from hackers, who are increasingly targeting third parties like cloud providers. The post CISA Mandates Federal Agencies Secure Their Cloud Environments appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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SASE Market Hits $2.4 Billion, Top Vendors Tighten Market Share Grip
The global Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) market reached $2.4 billion in the third quarter of 2024, with six leading vendors — Zscaler, Cisco, Palo Alto Networks, Broadcom, Fortinet and Netskope — capturing a combined 72% market share. The post SASE Market Hits $2.4 Billion, Top Vendors Tighten Market Share Grip appeared first on Security…
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2025 Cybersecurity Predictions: A Strategic Roadmap for the C-Suite
By staying attuned to trends, C-suite leaders can drive security strategies that not only protect but also empower the business to thrive. The post 2025 Cybersecurity Predictions: A Strategic Roadmap for the C-Suite appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Understanding Virtual Skimmers: A Threat to E-Commerce Security
Virtual skimmers exploit vulnerabilities in websites that process payments online, often without leaving a trace until it’s too late. The post Understanding Virtual Skimmers: A Threat to E-Commerce Security appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Acumen Threat Analysis: Preparing for 2025
Phishing continues to be the threat vector of choice for adversaries, ransomware continues to deliver the desired financial and destructive results for attackers, while organizations, both public and private, are growing increasingly concerned about the risks posed by insiders. The post Acumen Threat Analysis: Preparing for 2025 appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Arctic Wolf Acquires Cylance Endpoint Security Platform to Further AI Ambitions
Arctic Wolf this week revealed it has acquired the Cyclance endpoint security platform from Blackberry for $160 million. The post Arctic Wolf Acquires Cylance Endpoint Security Platform to Further AI Ambitions appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Ground Rule of Cyber Hygiene: Keep Your Password Policy Up to Date
Since the earliest incidents of computer break-ins, experts have maintained that making the internet a safe place is going to be an uphill battle. Their reasons, while largely technical, also encompass human complacency. Research shows that most organizations and users fail to follow the simple practices that make computing safe. In 2024, organizations reported a..…
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The Biggest Risks of AI Apps, Agents and Copilots – and How to Combat Them
Remember, there is no free lunch with AI. The upsides are tremendous, but security cannot be an afterthought. The post The Biggest Risks of AI Apps, Agents and Copilots – and How to Combat Them appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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4 Ways To Unleash Speed and Efficiency in the SOC
With the right tools, your SOC will soon run just like a world-class race car pit crew to deliver on the mission that matters the most: Stopping breaches. The post 4 Ways To Unleash Speed and Efficiency in the SOC appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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5 Reasons to Create a Certificate Lifecycle Management Policy for the New Year
A CLM policy also puts you in the best position to mitigate and prevent cyberthreats, including man-in-the-middle attacks and phishing scams. The post 5 Reasons to Create a Certificate Lifecycle Management Policy for the New Year appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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CrowdStrike Allies With Salt Security to Improve API Security
CrowdStrike and Salt Security have extended their alliance to make it simpler to feed application programming interface (API) security data directly into a security information event management (SIEM) platform. The post CrowdStrike Allies With Salt Security to Improve API Security appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Attackers Can Find New APIs in 29 Seconds: Wallarm
Cybersecurity vendor Wallarm, using a honeypot, found that hackers can discover new APIs in 29 seconds and that APIs are now more targeted than web applications, highlighting the need to put a security focus on the increasingly popular business tools. The post Attackers Can Find New APIs in 29 Seconds: Wallarm appeared first on Security…
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Shielding Your Storefront: How SASE Protects Retailers in a Digital Age
SASE offers a comprehensive and scalable security solution that protects your data, safeguards your customers and empowers you to thrive in the digital age. The post Shielding Your Storefront: How SASE Protects Retailers in a Digital Age appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Why We Should Insist on Future-Proofing Cybersecurity Regulatory Frameworks
There are concerns around the future adaptability and efficacy of regulatory frameworks, particularly among the developer community. The post Why We Should Insist on Future-Proofing Cybersecurity Regulatory Frameworks appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Rhode Island Benefits and Services Systems Hit by Ransomware
Hackers likely stole personal information such names, addresses, and SSNs in a ransomware attack on Rhode Island’s human services systems and are threatening to release the data as state and federal officials and Deloitte scrambling to mitigate the data breach. The post Rhode Island Benefits and Services Systems Hit by Ransomware appeared first on Security…
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Enhancing Active Directory Protection Through Strong Password and Access Management
An effective way to improve AD security is to implement both strong password policies and robust permissions management and monitoring. The post Enhancing Active Directory Protection Through Strong Password and Access Management appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Hacker Uses Info-Stealer Against Security Pros, Other Bad Actors
An unknown hacker called MUT-1244 used information-stealing malware to not only grab sensitive data from cybersecurity professionals but also to steal WordPress credentials from other bad actors who had bought them on the dark web. The post Hacker Uses Info-Stealer Against Security Pros, Other Bad Actors appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Ransomware in the Global Healthcare Industry
Healthcare organizations are increasingly relying on digital systems to facilitate their daily workflow, but the prevalence of outdated legacy technology in the sector is rendering it vulnerable to cyberattacks with severe consequences. The post Ransomware in the Global Healthcare Industry appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Digital Finance: How Do Banks Protect Their Customers’ Money and Data from Cybercriminals?
Cybercriminals are employing increasingly sophisticated methods to access our money and data, making this issue particularly relevant for large European banks, where significant financial assets are concentrated. The post Digital Finance: How Do Banks Protect Their Customers’ Money and Data from Cybercriminals? appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Drowning in Visibility? Why Cybersecurity Needs to Shift from Visibility to Actionable Insight
By focusing on prioritized, actionable insights, security teams can keep pace with the rapid expansion of the attack surface, manage frequent changes across their digital infrastructure and proactively address evolving attack tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs). The post Drowning in Visibility? Why Cybersecurity Needs to Shift from Visibility to Actionable Insight appeared first on Security…
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Charges Against CISOs Create Worries, Hope in Security Industry: Survey
A survey of IT security pros by cybersecurity firm BlackFog found that 70% of them said federal cases like that against SolarWinds’ CISO hurt their opinion about the position, but some said they expected the boards of directors would take the issues of security more seriously. The post Charges Against CISOs Create Worries, Hope in…
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AI Slop is Hurting Security — LLMs are Dumb and People are Dim
Artificial stupidity: Large language models are terrible if you need reasoning or actual understanding. The post AI Slop is Hurting Security — LLMs are Dumb and People are Dim appeared first on Security Boulevard.