WatchGuard

Top 11 cyberattacks that impacted 2024

Jan 31, 2025 By Corey Nachreiner In WatchGuard
2024 is behind us, but the cybersecurity lessons it left behind are still highly relevant. Data breaches remain a persistent threat to large enterprises and government agencies, as the data they store is prized by organizations and a prized target for cybercriminals. Attacks have economic consequences and serious reputational and legal repercussions, putting business stability at risk.
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gitprotect

The State of GitHub Threat Landscape for GitHub Admins - 2024 In Review

Jan 31, 2025 By Daria Kulikova In GitProtect
In 2024 threat actors were trying to abuse GitHub even more severely than before. There were detected thousands of “ghost accounts” spreading malware. Hackers were also trying to succeed in their malware campaigns using not only repositories but also comments. Moreover, multiple organizations that store their source code on GitHub have experienced data leakage and data breaches. Among those companies are The New York Times, Mercedes Benz, Ultralitics, etc.
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bitsight

Cyber Security Monitoring: 5 Key Components

Jan 31, 2025 By Jake Olcott In BitSight
Cyber security monitoring is the practice of continuously observing IT systems to detect cyber threats, data breaches, and other security issues. By helping to identify threats early, monitoring solutions can help to mitigate attacks faster and limit the damage they can do. Monitoring solutions may track activity on networks as well as endpoints like individual laptops, mobile phones, desktop computers, and IoT devices.
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Top Security Threats Worldwide Q3 2024

Jan 31, 2025 By WatchGuard In WatchGuard
CISO Corey Nachreiner and Director of Security Operations Marc Laliberte dissect the findings of WatchGuard’s Q3 2024 Internet Security Report. This quarter's report reveals a shifting threat landscape, with attackers employing increasingly sophisticated techniques to bypass traditional security measures. Whether you're a seasoned security professional or just starting your cybersecurity journey, this webinar offers crucial insights into emerging threats and practical steps to strengthen your organization's defenses.
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Forward Networks

The Evolving Importance of Attack Surface Management

Jan 31, 2025 By Forward Networks In Forward Networks
As enterprises continue to adopt hybrid and multi-cloud environments, the complexity of managing network security has increased significantly. Attack Surface Management (ASM) has emerged as a critical capability for identifying, monitoring, and mitigating risks across these dynamic environments. Forward Networks’ innovative digital twin technology delivers a compelling solution that addresses the challenges of effective ASM practices.
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bitsight

A 2025 Guide to SOX Compliance

Jan 31, 2025 By Sabrina Pagnotta In BitSight
The Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), enacted in 2002, is a U.S. federal law established to enhance corporate governance and strengthen the accuracy and reliability of financial reporting for publicly traded companies. SOX aims to protect investors and the public by enforcing stringent reforms to improve financial disclosures and prevent corporate fraud.
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komodo consulting

How SMB Misconfigurations Can Lead to Full Network Takeover: A Red Team Case Study

Jan 31, 2025 By Komodo Research In Komodo Consulting
Server Message Block (SMB) is a ubiquitous protocol used for file sharing, remote access, and resource management across enterprise networks. While critical for business operations, its misconfigurations can expose vulnerabilities to attackers. In this blog post, we’ll dive into a real-world red team operation where a simple yet effective PowerShell-based tool led us from SMB enumeration to full network takeover.
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gitprotect

The State of GitHub Threat Landscape for GitHub Admins - 2024 In Review

Jan 31, 2025 By Daria Kulikova In GitProtect
In 2024 threat actors were trying to abuse GitHub even more severely than before. There were detected thousands of “ghost accounts” spreading malware. Hackers were also trying to succeed in their malware campaigns using not only repositories but also comments. Moreover, multiple organizations that store their source code on GitHub have experienced data leakage and data breaches. Among those companies are The New York Times, Mercedes Benz, Ultralitics, etc.
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