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Threat hunters are some of the most specialized and experienced workers in the SOC. They are incredibly valuable to the organization, but as the 2023 SANS Threat Hunting Survey finds, they’re continually being asked to multi-task and take on other duties. And that’s taking away from their primary job of hunting for threats. How can we change this status quo and help threat hunters (and the organizations they work for) be successful? That’s the million-dollar question.

In 2019, the UK Government (NSCS) conducted The UK Telecoms Supply Chain Review, to assess and address potential risks associated with the supply chain of telecommunications infrastructure in the country. The review highlighted the risks associated with reliance on certain vendors, particularly those with high-risk profiles. It also recommended increased oversight and regulation to mitigate security risks and protect critical national infrastructure.

To obtain a better perspective of attacks worldwide, Trustwave has implemented a network of honeypots located in multiple countries across the globe. By distributing honeypots in such a manner, we can gather a reliable set of information on the methods and techniques used by attackers and their botnets. In our pursuit to explore the current threat landscape, we established a honeypot sensors network across six countries: Russia, Ukraine, Poland, UK, China, and the United States.

The largest port in Japan, Nagoya, is now the most recent victim of a ransomware attack. The attack impacts the operation of container terminals, as the port handles over two million containers each year. This port is also used by the Toyota Motor Corporation, one of the world’s largest automakers, to export most of its cars.

Gmail accounts often contain vital, sensitive information including confidential documents and personal photos. They also often serve as a way to recover passwords for accounts like your banking login. That’s why email accounts are a common target for cybercriminals. Access to your Gmail account could be used to steal your money or your identity.

In the modern world, cybersecurity and cyber insurance go hand in hand. As we head into the future and the presence of AI in every part of your life grows, so will the responsibilities that need to be taken to ensure security and peace of mind regarding your data and personally identifiable information. As the relatively new cyber insurance industry gets on its feet, it will become more accessible to everyday life, and that trend is already emerging.

When it comes to protecting data in an evolving threat landscape, two common strategies are at the forefront: incident response and threat hunting. While both processes can safeguard an organization's data, their approaches, objectives, and execution differ significantly. Understanding the differences between the two strategies is critical for organizations aiming to.

The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) has always been a massive security undertaking for any organization that has worked to fully implement its recommendations. One interesting aspect that seems to be overlooked is the focus on the Requirements, and while minimizing the testing necessities. Not only is testing part of the full title of the Standard, but it is formally memorialized in Requirement 11 of the Standard, “Test Security of Systems and Networks Regularly.”

In the world of cybersecurity, there are a few constants, one of the big ones being the fact that news, innovation, and threats move fast and are constantly evolving. It is important for security professionals to stay in the loop about major developments in cybercriminal activity and the cybersecurity industry. Fortra’s PhishLabs offer resources to learn about a variety of cybersecurity-related topics, including a blog that regularly features cybersecurity news.

Talcott Resolution Life Insurance is a newer company founded in 2018. The organization specializes in life insurance and annuity offerings. It's located in Windsor, Connecticut, and has an annual revenue of $1.6 billion. The organization is responsible for managing about one million insurance contracts currently, which is a serious concern since the company was recently breached. This data breach could lead to substantial customer losses if those involved don't react quickly enough.