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Strategic Cyber Defense: Balancing Threat-Centric and Risk-Centric Approaches

May 15, 2024

In the rapidly evolving world of cybersecurity, distinguishing between vulnerabilities, cyber threats, and cyber risks is not just a technicality—it's a necessity. As threats grow more sophisticated, the distinction between these concepts becomes crucial for businesses aiming to mature their security posture.

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Microsoft Announces “Secure Future” Security Initiative Expansion, Calls Cyber Threats Company’s “Top Priority”

May 9, 2024

The new Microsoft security initiative update promises more sweeping changes. This move is also likely tied directly to the company's security woes and issues with cyber threats in 2023 and early 2024.

Board meeting showing CPOs and cyber threats

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Leaving CPOs Out in the Cold Exposes Firms to Cyber Threats

February 23, 2024

There’s a disturbing trend in boardrooms that’s leaving corporations completely exposed. CPOs and CIOs are sidelined, ignored and forgotten by the rest of the C-suite as executives believe that the battle between CPOs and hackers is removed from day-to-day business operations.

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2024 Resolutions for Security Leaders Amid AI Threats

February 21, 2024

The security industry was hit by an increasing number of AI-powered cyberattacks in 2023, and that is not going to slow down in 2024. As these attacks evolve as AI infiltrates every aspect of business, here’s what security leaders should resolve to do this year amid AI threats.

Programmer working on computer showing AI developers and cyber threats

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NIST Warns AI Developers of “Poisoning” Methods, Cyber Threats That Reverse Engineer Models

January 15, 2024

NIST has released a guideline paper meant to give AI developers a bird's-eye view of potential cyber threats that may present during the development and early deployment of their models.

Hacker typing on keyboard showing cybercriminals and social engineering

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Microsoft: “Octo Tempest” Represents New Breed of Cybercriminals Making Use of Social Engineering and Threats

October 30, 2023

Octo Tempest has gradually stepped up from data theft, to data extortion, and now to ransomware as of this summer (becoming an affiliate of the ALPHV/BlackCat group). The cybercriminals are entirely financially motivated and nearly always leads with either a phishing email/message or a social engineering call. It also looks to execute SIM swap attacks.

Team working on computers showing cyber threats during M&A

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The Importance of Threat Exposure Management during the M&A Process

August 7, 2023

During a M&A process, the scope of the organization’s attack surface is stretched to new limits. Every company, from Fortune 500s to smaller enterprises, has digital baggage that can dramatically increase potential security risks, from multiple generations of technologies, various IT stacks, and new and unknown risks in their environments.

FBI building sign showing budget request for China cyber threats

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FBI Budget Request Includes $64 Million for “Key” Cyber Threats, With Primary Focus on China

May 10, 2023

Describing cyber threats as one of its primary challenges, the FBI is asking for an additional $64 million in 2024 to add 192 new positions and improve its cyber capabilities. Much of the budget request focuses on the looming threat that China poses.

Man using laptop with ChatGPT showing AI and cyber threats

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Can Security Keep Up With ChatGPT Evolutions?

March 22, 2023

As with most technological developments, there are two sides of the coin. ChatGPT may present businesses with a never-ending pool of opportunities, but the same resource can be exploited to help criminals infiltrate systems more effectively.

Aerial view of LPG tanker at crude oil terminal showing ransomware gangs and critical infrastructure

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Cybersecurity: When Best Intentions Fall Short of the Threat Reality

March 15, 2023

Cybercriminals aren’t just hacking for activism or for fun. They’re running their attacks like a business, targeting organisations to extort money – and they’re getting smarter at it. Don’t get complacent, don’t cut corners and shore yourself up against the people lurking in the cyber-shadows.

Cyber Threats

Strategic Cyber Defense: Balancing Threat-Centric and Risk-Centric Approaches

Microsoft Announces “Secure Future” Security Initiative Expansion, Calls Cyber Threats Company’s “Top Priority”

Leaving CPOs Out in the Cold Exposes Firms to Cyber Threats

2024 Resolutions for Security Leaders Amid AI Threats

NIST Warns AI Developers of “Poisoning” Methods, Cyber Threats That Reverse Engineer Models

The Importance of Threat Exposure Management during the M&A Process

FBI Budget Request Includes $64 Million for “Key” Cyber Threats, With Primary Focus on China

Can Security Keep Up With ChatGPT Evolutions?

Cybersecurity: When Best Intentions Fall Short of the Threat Reality

Navigating Privacy, Cybersecurity, and the Future of AI

FTC Bans Two Data Brokers From Selling Sensitive Location Data, Setting Precedent for Unfair Practices

New York Fines Auto Insurance Companies GEICO and Traveler Nearly $12 Million Over Data Breaches

Over 2,000 Palo Alto Firewalls Compromised via Exploited Vulnerabilities