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As Kubernetes adoption continues to grow, Microsoft Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) has become a popular choice for deploying and managing containerized applications. To meet the increasing demand for data protection, Microsoft has introduced native backup solutions for AKS. However, there are some gaps in the native AKS backup capabilities that may not fully address the needs of enterprises and Managed Service Providers (MSPs), especially those with diverse environments.

In 2024, cyber threats are evolving fast. Attackers are using advanced tools like AI-powered malware, ransomware-as-a-service models, and targeted supply chain attacks that can get past traditional security measures. To fight these threats, security teams need tools that can move faster than attackers, giving them a clear view and coordinated responses across their IT ecosystem.

Storm-0940 is a Chinese advanced persistent threat (APT) group that has operated since at least 2021, although some evidence suggests involvement in earlier incidents. Known for its complex cyber espionage tactics, this group primarily targets government agencies, military organizations, and critical infrastructure to gain intelligence for political and military advantage. Leveraging an arsenal of techniques ranging from spear-phishing to exploiting software vulnerabilities.

2024 was a thrilling year for Graylog Capture The Flag (CTF) events! Across major cybersecurity conferences, Graylog invited participants to test their skills in a range of challenging scenarios designed to simulate real-world cyber threats. From North America to Europe and beyond, we saw cybersecurity professionals and enthusiasts go head-to-head in Graylog CTFs, flexing their skills, deepening their knowledge, and having fun along the way.

This blog was originally published on MSSP Alert on September 20, 2024 Cybersecurity platformization is usually discussed as it relates to large organizations. But cybersecurity service businesses stand to benefit as much from platformization as enterprises — if not more so.

Attack surfaces in the cloud are expanding at a breakneck pace. Cloud security has reached an unprecedented level of complexity — ranging from misconfigurations and vulnerabilities to advanced threats and compliance challenges, all while malicious actors are increasingly using generative AI to target your cloud infrastructure.

Managing sensitive data while meeting compliance and security standards is an ever-growing challenge for organizations. Today, secure data management is a top priority, especially in industries like healthcare, finance, and fintech. This focus is expected to intensify in the coming years. To address these needs, privacy vault solutions like Databunker, Skyflow, and Piiano have emerged. Each offers unique capabilities tailored to specific use cases.

Microsoft Active Directory is a directory service for Windows domain networks. Active Directory serves as a centralized database which stores information about network resources, including users, computers, and services. It plays a significant role in network management and security, providing a framework for user authentication, authorization, resource management, and policy enforcement. This allows organizations to manage permissions and access rights across the entire network efficiently.

Passwords are frustrating. Whether it’s forgetting, resetting, or getting locked out, we’ve all been there.

As the holiday shopping season kicks into high gear, cybercriminals are gearing up too. This year, alongside the usual suspects, we're seeing some crafty new scams, so let’s take a look at some of the ones you should be most careful of during Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Giving Tuesday. AI-Generated Fake Reviews AI has allowed scammers to flood product pages with well-written and convincing fake reviews of products.