Researchers Uncover Flaws in Popular Open-Source Machine Learning Frameworks

December 6, 2024 at 07:18AM Cybersecurity researchers uncovered multiple vulnerabilities in open-source machine learning tools like MLflow, H2O, and PyTorch, which can enable code execution. Detected by JFrog, these flaws potentially allow attackers to access sensitive information and perform lateral movements within organizations, highlighting the need for caution with untrusted ML models. ### Meeting Takeaways … Read more

LLMs Raise Efficiency, Productivity of Cybersecurity Teams

December 5, 2024 at 04:16PM According to Dark Reading’s research, integrating LLM and GenAI into cybersecurity programs enhances efficiency in threat detection and boosts analyst productivity. Key benefits include faster report generation, proactive threat hunting, and improved incident response. Additionally, these tools optimize resources, reduce operational costs, and alleviate staffing pressures. ### Meeting Takeaways: 1. … Read more

Virtual Event Today: Cyber AI & Automation Summit

December 4, 2024 at 07:55AM The Cyber AI & Automation Summit, hosted by SecurityWeek today, December 4th, from 11AM – 4PM ET, focuses on AI’s transformative role in cybersecurity. Key topics include practical AI applications, risk reduction, and automation challenges, featuring expert speakers and product demos in an interactive online format. **Takeaways from SecurityWeek’s Cyber … Read more

Vendors Unveil New Cloud Security Products, Features at AWS re:Invent 2024

December 3, 2024 at 09:06AM At AWS re:Invent 2024, new cloud security products were announced including AWS’s incident response service and enhanced threat detection for Amazon GuardDuty using AI. Wiz launched Wiz Defend for real-time threat detection, while Sweet Security introduced a unified platform. Skyhawk Security announced interactive detection capabilities for suspicious activities. ### Meeting … Read more

AWS Launches New Incident Response Service

December 3, 2024 at 06:55AM Amazon Web Services (AWS) launched a new incident response service that aids security teams in faster threat response and recovery using machine learning. It automates triage and analysis of security signals, offers preconfigured notifications, and allows collaboration with third-party vendors. The service is available in 12 AWS regions globally. ### … Read more

It’s Near-Unanimous: AI, ML Make the SOC Better

November 20, 2024 at 04:30PM A recent Dark Reading survey reveals that 91% of cybersecurity professionals believe AI and machine learning have enhanced their security operations. Key benefits include improved threat detection, reduced false positives, and increased efficiency. These tools are positively impacting enterprise security, streamlining processes, and improving response times for security teams. ### … Read more

RIIG Launches With Risk Intelligence Solutions

November 20, 2024 at 12:25AM RIIG, a Charlottesville-based cybersecurity provider, leverages AI and machine learning for advanced threat detection. With partnerships among 17 intelligence agencies, it offers risk intelligence and cybersecurity solutions, including vulnerability assessments. Recently emerging from stealth, RIIG raised $3 million in seed funding to enhance product development and client support. ### Meeting … Read more

Researchers Warn of Privilege Escalation Risks in Google’s Vertex AI ML Platform

November 15, 2024 at 08:30AM Cybersecurity researchers uncovered two vulnerabilities in Google’s Vertex AI platform that could allow exploitation for privilege escalation and data exfiltration. Attackers could manipulate job permissions to access restricted resources and deploy malicious models to extract sensitive information. Google has addressed these issues, urging organizations to implement stricter model deployment controls. … Read more

How AI Is Transforming IAM and Identity Security

November 15, 2024 at 06:07AM Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming Identity Access Management (IAM) by enhancing monitoring, anomaly detection, and access governance. AI offers proactive security through continuous learning and adaptive responses to threats, while streamlining user experiences and reducing false positives. This evolution supports both human and non-human identities, making cybersecurity more effective. ### … Read more

The Vendor’s Role in Combating Alert Fatigue

November 14, 2024 at 01:03PM The commentary emphasizes the importance of vendor responsibility in addressing alert fatigue in cybersecurity. It argues that vendors should enhance their tools with smart filtering, automation, actionable alerts, and continuous engagement to help customers manage alerts effectively. A partnership approach is essential for combating modern cyber threats. ### Meeting Takeaways: … Read more