#ZeroTrust

Microsoft Launches Windows Resiliency Initiative to Boost Security and System Integrity

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November 20, 2024 at 07:34AM Microsoft has announced a Windows Resiliency Initiative to enhance security and reliability, introducing features like Quick Machine Recovery and user-mode security tools. Updates include a hardware-backed security baseline, administrator protection, personal data encryption, and a bug bounty expansion. These developments align with the Secure Future Initiative launched in November 2023. … Read more

RIIG Launches With Risk Intelligence Solutions

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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

The Biggest Inhibitor of Cybersecurity: The Human Element

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November 7, 2024 at 10:40AM Organizations can enhance cybersecurity by implementing essential measures like security awareness training, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and Zero Trust identity management, which help mitigate the risks posed by the human element. The article emphasizes the importance of these strategies in staying proactive against cybersecurity threats. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Key Cybersecurity Strategies:** … Read more

How to Win at Cyber by Influencing People

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November 5, 2024 at 10:14AM Implementing zero trust is a complex, ongoing process focused on validating every connection in IT and security. Key steps include fostering organizational partnerships, aligning stakeholders, communicating risk effectively to boards, planning phased deployments, ensuring pragmatic technical deliverables, and addressing basic cybersecurity practices to strengthen security culture. ### Meeting Takeaways on … Read more

Leveraging Wazuh for Zero Trust security

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November 5, 2024 at 06:07AM Zero Trust security enhances organizational security by eliminating implicit trust and continuously validating user access. It addresses limitations of traditional models by mitigating insider threats and improving compliance. Wazuh aids this approach through real-time monitoring, incident response, and visibility, thereby protecting against evolving cyber threats and data breaches. ### Meeting … Read more

IT Security Centralization Makes the Use of Industrial Spies More Profitable

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November 1, 2024 at 01:06PM Organizations are realizing the importance of IT security due to recent financial and reputational damages. Centralized IT security controls pose significant risks, enabling espionage and potential abuse. To combat these threats, systems should prioritize decentralization, promote a zero-trust culture, and address personal device access concerns. ### Meeting Takeaways #### Key … Read more

‘Midnight Blizzard’ Targets Networks With Signed RDP Files

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October 30, 2024 at 06:26PM Midnight Blizzard, a Russian-linked threat group, is executing a vast campaign using spear-phishing emails with signed Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) files to compromise systems and harvest credentials. Targeting over 100 organizations, this tactic evades security measures, prompting Microsoft to recommend enhanced email security and multifactor authentication measures. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. … Read more

15 Leading Technology and Service Providers Achieve SASE Certification

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October 30, 2024 at 04:34PM MEF has announced advancements in its MEF 3.0 SASE Certification Program, with Fortinet and Versa achieving full certification alongside service providers like AT&T and Verizon. This certification enhances security assurances for enterprises facing complex cyber threats, supported by rigorous testing in partnership with CyberRatings.org. More details are available at the … Read more

Amazon seizes domains used in rogue Remote Desktop campaign to steal data

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October 25, 2024 at 12:44PM Amazon has seized domains utilized by the Russian hacking group APT29, known for sophisticated cyber-espionage targeting government entities. The phishing campaign aimed to steal Windows credentials via deceptive RDP files masquerading as AWS domains. Amazon clarified it and its cloud services were not direct targets of these attacks. **Meeting Takeaways: … Read more

Supply Chain Cybersecurity Beyond Traditional Vendor Risk Management

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October 18, 2024 at 10:04AM Supply chain attacks are increasingly common, necessitating a shift from traditional vendor risk management to continuous, proactive security measures. Key strategies include real-time vendor monitoring, blockchain for transparency, zero-trust access protocols, and collaborative security practices. Organizations must adopt a comprehensive approach to protect their entire ecosystem from evolving threats. ### … Read more