December 3, 2024 at 09:06AM At AWS re:Invent 2024, new cloud security products were announced including AWS’s incident response service and enhanced threat detection for Amazon GuardDuty using AI. Wiz launched Wiz Defend for real-time threat detection, while Sweet Security introduced a unified platform. Skyhawk Security announced interactive detection capabilities for suspicious activities. ### Meeting … Read more
November 29, 2024 at 12:03PM Ridesharing apps, while convenient, face security concerns, prompting the use of AI for enhanced safety. AI aids in identity verification, fraud detection, and real-time threat monitoring, ensuring the protection of riders and drivers. Its evolving role strengthens security frameworks and addresses increasingly sophisticated cyber challenges in the ridesharing landscape. **Meeting … Read more
November 25, 2024 at 04:12PM Blue Yonder faced significant disruptions due to a ransomware attack on November 21, impacting its managed services for clients, including UK grocery chains. The company is collaborating with cybersecurity firms for recovery but has not provided a timeline for service restoration. High-profile customers include Morrisons and Sainsbury. ### Meeting Takeaways … Read more
November 25, 2024 at 08:32AM Visio Trust, a third-party risk management provider, has raised $7 million, bringing its total funding to $24 million. The San Francisco-based startup, founded in 2020, utilizes AI to deliver security intelligence for enterprise customers. The new funds will enhance its artifact-based platform and support AI governance for risk reduction. **Meeting … Read more
November 22, 2024 at 01:19PM Microsoft has launched its AI-powered Recall feature for Windows Insiders in the Dev Channel, specifically for Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs. This rollout comes after notable controversy surrounding the feature. ### Meeting Notes Takeaways – **Announcement**: Microsoft is rolling out its AI-powered Recall feature. – **Availability**: The feature is available to Windows … Read more
November 21, 2024 at 09:20PM Trustero, which exited stealth mode in March 2022, aims to reduce compliance costs and streamline GRC tasks for companies. The organization recently secured $10 million in funding to expand its AI-powered security and compliance platform, enhancing its capabilities in the industry. ### Meeting Takeaways: 1. **Company Background**: – The company … Read more
November 15, 2024 at 08:30AM Cybersecurity researchers uncovered two vulnerabilities in Google’s Vertex AI platform that could allow exploitation for privilege escalation and data exfiltration. Attackers could manipulate job permissions to access restricted resources and deploy malicious models to extract sensitive information. Google has addressed these issues, urging organizations to implement stricter model deployment controls. … Read more
November 14, 2024 at 09:58AM Google has reported increasing scams where fraudsters use landing page cloaking to impersonate legitimate sites, manipulating users into purchasing counterfeit products. Techniques include AI-generated deepfakes and cloning legitimate apps. Google has taken action by blocking billions of scam ads and enhancing user protection through new detection features in Android apps. … Read more
November 12, 2024 at 07:03AM Behavioral analytics is evolving from a threat detection tool to a crucial technology for enhancing incident response in cybersecurity. By automating post-detection insights, it reduces false positives, speeds up investigations, and improves accuracy. This shift allows security teams to efficiently triage alerts and allocate resources while leveraging AI-driven solutions. ### … Read more
November 6, 2024 at 04:54AM Georgia Tech researchers created PLCHound, an AI algorithm designed to enhance the detection of internet-exposed Industrial Control Systems (ICS). This advancement aims to improve security measures in identifying vulnerable systems online. The announcement was featured in a post on SecurityWeek. **Meeting Notes Takeaways:** 1. **Project Overview:** Georgia Tech researchers have … Read more