April 9, 2024 at 01:52PM Software supply chain attacks are a growing concern for CISOs due to their ease of execution and high payoff for attackers, posing significant risks to organizations. These attacks, whether widely known or obscure, create considerable risk and require comprehensive security strategies. Experts recommend managing vendor risk, implementing security frameworks, software … Read more
April 9, 2024 at 11:54AM Cyera, a data security company, raised $300 million in a Series C funding round, bringing its valuation to $1.4 billion. It previously raised $160 million and emerged from stealth mode in 2022 with $60 million in funding. The round was led by Coatue, with participation from several venture capital firms. … Read more
March 29, 2024 at 03:38PM Many businesses using cloud-based email spam filtering services are at risk due to frequent misconfigurations, posing potential security vulnerabilities. Based on the meeting notes, it seems that there is a concern about the potential risk for enterprises using cloud-based email spam filtering services due to misconfigurations. It might be important … Read more
March 28, 2024 at 10:06AM Coro, a SaaS platform for small- and mid-sized markets, raised $100 million in Series D funding, reaching a total of $280 million. The round was led by One Peak, with additional investment from Energy Impact Partners and Balderton Capital. Coro, founded in 2014, offers an AI-powered security platform for small … Read more
March 27, 2024 at 10:10AM Google’s Threat Analysis Group and Mandiant reported a notable increase in zero-day vulnerabilities exploited in 2023, with 97 instances, mostly linked to spyware vendors and their clients. Enterprise and end-user platforms were targeted, with an increase in government-backed attacks and commercial surveillance vendors responsible for half of the exploits. Google … Read more
March 27, 2024 at 10:06AM The latest report by Google’s Threat Analysis Group and Mandiant reveals a surge in zero-day exploits targeting enterprise-specific software and appliances, surpassing overall zero-day bugs. The increase signals a shift in malicious exploitation targets, with a significant rise in exploits affecting enterprise technologies. The report also delves into the motivations … Read more
March 13, 2024 at 10:45AM The White House has released a $7.3 trillion budget proposal for fiscal year 2025, emphasizing increased cybersecurity spending. This includes specific allocations such as $13 billion across civilian departments, $3 billion for the cybersecurity agency CISA, and additional funding for the Justice Department and healthcare sector. The budget also addresses … Read more
March 11, 2024 at 02:51PM Broadcom announced the merger of Carbon Black and Symantec into a new unit focusing on integrating network and data telemetry with Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) technologies. The new Enterprise Security Group will manage Broadcom’s cybersecurity portfolio and enhance the products of both companies for greater customer visibility and control. … Read more
March 5, 2024 at 10:02AM Summary: Biometrics, though dating back to 1901, has significantly evolved with widespread use in public and private sectors. However, there are security risks, as shown by gaps in the US DoD’s biometrics data management. Enterprises also face data theft and privacy concerns, emphasizing the need for robust security policies and … Read more
February 29, 2024 at 04:24PM Morphisec’s endpoint security system (MTD) appoints Ron Reinfeld as the new CEO, succeeding Ronen Yehoshua, who remains the President. Reinfeld’s CFO experience at IntSights and Zooz, along with advisory roles at tech startups, positions him to lead Morphisec’s continued growth and profitability. The company’s positive shift includes plans for ongoing … Read more