#InsiderThreats

Privileged Accounts, Hidden Threats: Why Privileged Access Security Must Be a Top Priority

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November 19, 2024 at 07:49AM Organizations must evolve their approach to Privileged Access Management (PAM) by prioritizing security over merely managing access. With advanced cyber threats emerging, adopting a proactive strategy that includes continuous monitoring, real-time threat response, and robust security controls is essential to effectively protect privileged accounts and sensitive systems. ### Meeting Takeaways: … Read more

Oh, the Humanity! How to Make Humans Part of Cybersecurity Design

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November 5, 2024 at 10:14AM Security teams increasingly recognize the need for a human-centric cybersecurity (HCC) approach, aiming to reduce user errors through better usability and collaboration. Instead of relying solely on technology, organizations should focus on employee training, feedback, and supportive environments, fostering a culture that empowers rather than blames users for breaches. ### … Read more

5 SaaS Misconfigurations Leading to Major Fu*%@ Ups

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November 1, 2024 at 07:33AM The article discusses key SaaS misconfigurations that pose security risks, including excessive help desk privileges, lack of MFA for super admins, unblocked legacy authentication, mismanaged super admin counts, and Google Groups view settings. It emphasizes the importance of continuous monitoring and fixing these issues to prevent data breaches and ensure … Read more

North Korean Fake IT Workers Extort Employers After Stealing Data

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October 18, 2024 at 06:40AM North Korean nationals posing as IT workers have been extorting employers by gaining insider access and stealing data. This highlights the security risks associated with hiring foreign IT professionals, particularly those from North Korea. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Issue Identified:** North Korean nationals are posing as IT workers. 2. **Motivation:** They … Read more

LLMs Are a New Type of Insider Adversary

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October 15, 2024 at 10:01AM Security teams recognize large language models (LLMs) as essential business tools, but their manipulation risks call for heightened caution. Vulnerabilities can lead to unauthorized actions, exposing sensitive data and causing significant breaches. Enterprises must adopt a proactive “assume breach” mindset, implementing strict access controls, data sanitization, and sandboxing to mitigate … Read more

Insider Threat Damage Balloons Amid Evolving Cyber Environments

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October 4, 2024 at 03:49PM Organizations are experiencing a surge in insider cyberattacks, with remediation costs reaching as high as $2 million per incident. The rise in attacks is attributed to complex IT environments, evolving technology, and inadequate staff training. Remediation efforts are slow, costly, and often prolong recovery time, emphasizing the need for preventive … Read more

Red team hacker on how she ‘breaks into buildings and pretends to be the bad guy’

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September 29, 2024 at 12:45PM Alethe Denis, a senior security consultant at Bishop Fox, specializes in physical security assessments and social engineering attacks. Denis and her team break into buildings by impersonating employees or vendors to access corporate networks and steal data. Despite AI and deepfake advancements, human interactions remain the most effective tactic for … Read more

Navigating Endpoint Privilege Management: Insights for CISOs and Admins

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September 10, 2024 at 10:47AM Summary: Endpoint privilege management (EPM) is crucial for cybersecurity, aiming to reduce attack surfaces and insider threats. EPM offers pros like enhanced compliance and improved incident response, but also brings cons such as operational overhead and user productivity impact. The debate over granting administrative rights to end users persists, emphasizing … Read more

Microsoft security tools questioned for treating employees as threats

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August 27, 2024 at 10:06AM The report by Cracked Labs titled “Employees as Risks” delves into software designed for cyber security and compliance, such as Microsoft’s Sentinel and Purview and Forcepoint’s Behavioral Analytics (Everfox), which monitor and analyze employee behavior extensively. The report raises concerns about the intrusive nature of workplace surveillance and its potential … Read more

India’s Critical Infrastructure Suffers Spike in Cyberattacks

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August 25, 2024 at 11:36PM Cyberattacks on critical infrastructure sectors are on the rise in India, with a significant increase in incidents against finance and government systems. The banking and financial sectors consider cybersecurity a top challenge, with concerns about financial stability, data breaches, and the speed of information flow. India is urged to strengthen … Read more