#AIIntegration

Mimecast Announces Acquisition of Aware, Doubles Down on AI-Powered Human Risk Management Capabilities

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August 14, 2024 at 03:17PM Mimecast, a global Human Risk Management platform, has acquired Aware, an AI collaboration security platform. This acquisition aims to enhance Mimecast’s capabilities in managing human-centered security risks, especially in workplace collaboration tools. Aware’s AI models are designed to identify risks and improve compliance, complementing Mimecast’s existing investments in AI. Customers … Read more

The Changing Expectations for Developers in an AI-Coding Future

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August 13, 2024 at 10:08AM Software engineers are facing a future where generative AI will diminish traditional code writing, emphasizing security and collaboration. Despite enthusiasm for AI tools, a Snyk survey found developers overlook security issues, risking insecure code. Developers’ future jobs will involve guiding AI’s code generation, ensuring security, and educating teams. Successful transition … Read more

Criminal IP and Maltego Join Forces for Enhanced Cyber Threat Search

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August 12, 2024 at 10:29AM AI SPERA’s Criminal IP, a Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) search engine, has integrated with Maltego, allowing users to visualize and track cyber threat information. Powered by AI, Criminal IP’s data on malicious IPs, domains, and vulnerabilities is now accessible within Maltego, enabling efficient and comprehensive cyber investigations. Based on the … Read more

The AI Hangover is Here – The End of the Beginning

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August 12, 2024 at 07:12AM Summary: After a period of hype, the AI market is undergoing a correction, with Gartner mentioning a “trough of disillusionment.” However, companies like Apple and Google are successfully integrating AI into consumer products. While generative AI shows promise in areas like code generation and customer support, concerns about adoption costs, … Read more

Bringing Security Back into Balance

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August 4, 2024 at 02:19AM Trend Micro CEO Eva Chen discusses the need for a balanced cybersecurity strategy that aligns with business goals. Highlighting the recent CrowdStrike outage as a cautionary tale, Chen emphasizes the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures and a business-aligned cyber strategy to prevent future incidents. She also emphasizes the impact of … Read more

The CrowdStrike Meltdown: A Wake-up Call for Cybersecurity

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July 30, 2024 at 10:07AM One of the largest IT outages occurred on July 19, caused by a faulty update on CrowdStrike’s Falcon platform. The incident highlighted the vulnerability of our increasingly digital world due to reliance on centralized systems. To prevent future disruptions, organizations should introduce diversity in IT systems and invest in training … Read more

Ensuring AI Safety While Balancing Innovation

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July 5, 2024 at 10:21AM A panel at Black Hat 2024 in Las Vegas will explore AI safety, emphasizing the responsibility of organizations and security professionals. Led by Nathan Hamiel, it will address the intersection of AI safety and security, technical and human harms, and the importance of organizations taking responsibility for the safety of … Read more

Apple Intelligence Could Introduce Device Security Risks

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June 14, 2024 at 03:45PM Apple’s announcement of its generative AI capabilities, called Apple Intelligence, emphasized data security and privacy. The system enables context-sensitive searches, email tone editing, and graphics creation locally on devices. While Apple detailed privacy and security measures, challenges with large language models and app interactions remain. Companies need to address potential … Read more

Flawed AI Tools Create Worries for Private LLMs, Chatbots

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May 30, 2024 at 04:04PM Private instances of large language models (LLMs) used by businesses face risks from data poisoning and leakage if not properly secured, leading to potential attacks and compromise of AI systems. Recent exploits highlight the importance of secure implementation and testing, especially as AI adoption increases in the information and professional … Read more

Averlon Emerges From Stealth Mode With $8 Million in Funding

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May 24, 2024 at 09:24AM Averlon, a cloud security startup, has secured $8 million in seed funding, making the total raised to $10.5 million. Led by Voyager Capital, the investment also involved Outpost Ventures, Salesforce Ventures, and angel investors. Co-founded by Salesforce and Microsoft cybersecurity experts, Averlon uses AI to identify and counter cloud security … Read more