November 20, 2024 at 02:21AM At a roundtable of CISOs, concerns shifted from funding to data management challenges. While data visibility has increased, so have security risks. As data becomes ubiquitous, CISOs worry that the cost of managing it may outweigh its benefits, likening it to “yellowcake”—potentially valuable yet hazardous if mismanaged. ### Meeting Takeaways: … Read more
June 14, 2024 at 08:30AM “Data is rapidly expanding, with businesses of all sizes managing petabytes. The data is continuously accessed and analyzed, posing challenges for securing such a dynamic landscape. An upcoming webinar features industry experts discussing adapting security strategies, access control, third-party data risks, and future-proofing for big data era. Essential for data … Read more
April 29, 2024 at 09:02AM The French government has tabled an offer to buy key assets from struggling IT giant Atos, including Advanced Computing, Mission-Critical Systems, and Cybersecurity Products, for a value between €700 million and €1 billion. The move aims to protect strategic activities from falling into foreign hands, particularly in defense and aeronautics. … Read more
April 17, 2024 at 08:45AM Quantum computing drives applications for big-data processing, healthcare, finance, communications, and more. It poses a serious threat to classical cybersecurity. Enterprise executives should consider preparing for a future migration to quantum computing. Boards must address vulnerabilities, plan for system upgrades, and ensure quantum-resistant infrastructure. Quantum security requires strategic planning and … Read more
February 6, 2024 at 09:04AM Three high-risk vulnerabilities have been found in Microsoft Azure’s HDInsight, impacting data security. The bugs open the door to performance issues and unauthorized access, allowing attackers to manipulate data and system operations. Azure’s HDInsight, used by major corporations, houses valuable information, emphasizing the need for diligent patching to protect sensitive … Read more
January 10, 2024 at 06:26PM Adversary exploiting two known misconfigurations in big data technologies to deploy Monero cryptominer. Based on the meeting notes, the key takeaways are: – The adversary is taking advantage of two known misconfigurations in big data technologies – The purpose of this exploitation is to deploy a Monero cryptominer Full Article
January 4, 2024 at 10:13AM Airbus is considering acquiring Atos’ cybersecurity unit for up to $2 billion. Atos announced the potential sale of its Big Data and Security (BDS) business and plans to enter a due diligence phase after receiving an offer valuing BDS between €1.5 billion and €1.8 billion. Airbus aims to enhance its … Read more