November 13, 2024 at 01:03PM Google Cloud will begin assigning CVE identifiers to significant cloud vulnerabilities, including those that do not necessitate immediate patching. This move aims to improve transparency and accountability in addressing security issues within its cloud services. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **CVE Assignment**: Google Cloud will now assign Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) … Read more
November 6, 2024 at 07:17PM Google will mandate multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all Google Cloud users by the end of 2025, starting phased implementation this month. This requirement aims to enhance account security, although general consumer accounts are exempt. Similar measures are being adopted across the industry, but MFA alone is not infallible against threats. … Read more
November 6, 2024 at 10:46AM Google Cloud is implementing mandatory multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all users signing in with a password, beginning this month. This measure aims to enhance security for users accessing Google Cloud services. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Mandatory MFA Implementation**: Starting this month, Google Cloud will implement mandatory Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for all … Read more
November 6, 2024 at 01:31AM Google Cloud will require mandatory multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all users by the end of 2025 to enhance security. The rollout will occur in three phases, starting November 2024. This initiative aligns with similar efforts by competitors Amazon and Microsoft amid rising concerns over phishing and credential theft. ### Meeting … Read more
November 5, 2024 at 03:13PM Google will mandate multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all Google Cloud accounts by the end of 2025 to improve security. The rollout will occur in three phases, starting with reminders for non-MFA users. Research indicates MFA significantly reduces hacking risks, and Google offers user-friendly options for implementation. ### Meeting Takeaways on … Read more
October 22, 2024 at 05:23PM Honeywell and Google Cloud announced a collaboration to enhance industrial operations using AI, integrating Honeywell Forge data with Google’s Gemini AI platform. This partnership aims to improve maintenance costs, productivity, and workforce training, with initial solutions set for release in 2025, addressing labor shortages in the industrial sector. ### Key … Read more
October 21, 2024 at 05:23PM Nearly half of organizations have long-lived credentials in cloud services, increasing risks of data breaches. Datadog’s 2024 report indicates many credentials are outdated or unused, often leaking in source code. To enhance security, experts recommend avoiding long-lived credentials and adopting short-lived ones along with modern authentication methods. ### Meeting Takeaways: … Read more
October 21, 2024 at 08:40AM Google Cloud’s new Vulnerability Reward Program (VRP) covers over 460 products and services, with 140 eligible for top-tier bug bounty rewards, encouraging security researchers to identify and report vulnerabilities. **Meeting Notes Takeaways:** 1. **New VRP Launch**: Google Cloud has introduced a new Vulnerability Reward Program (VRP) that encompasses over 460 … Read more
October 16, 2024 at 04:45AM Join the Google Cloud webinar on October 23, 2024, at 10:30 am BST, to learn how Google Security Operations can enhance your security processes. Discover strategies for automating threat detection and incident response, allowing IT professionals to work more efficiently. Register now for insights on improving your organization’s security posture. … Read more
October 10, 2024 at 08:38AM Google has launched the Global Signal Exchange (GSE) to improve data sharing on online scams. Collaborating with GASA and DNS Research Foundation, GSE utilizes AI to identify patterns in fraud signals. Participants can share information, enhancing the fight against scams through improved collaboration and access to a centralized data platform. … Read more