Arctic Wolf

What Is Smishing and How Organizations Can Protect Themselves

Aug 22, 2024 By Nathan Caldwell In Arctic Wolf
In the summer of 2022, a few Twilio employees received an odd text message. Appearing to be from the internal IT department, these messages suggested employees need to reset expiring passwords through a specific URL. However, neither the URL or the message was legitimate, and the threat actors controlled the URL. They essentially tricked employees into giving away credentials, resulting in the compromise of over 130 connected organizations.
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signmycode

Major Difference Between MSI vs EXE Installers

Aug 22, 2024 By SignMyCode In SignMyCode
An MSI (Microsoft Installer) installer is a file format and technology that Microsoft developed for installing, maintaining, and removing software on the Windows operating system. MSI installers are the usual tools for software deployment in companies and for software distribution to users. MSI installers’ main characteristics are the structure’s packaging, the possibility of installation customization, rollback, silent installation, patch management, and digital signing.
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#147 - Product development with Vijay Pitchuman, Director of Product for Identity Management at Okta

Aug 22, 2024 By LimaCharlie In LimaCharlie
On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we talk about cybersecurity product development with Vijay Pitchuman, Director of Product for Identity Management at Okta.
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splunk

Common Ransomware Attack Types

Aug 22, 2024 By Guest In Splunk
When it comes to cybersecurity, ransomware is probably one of the first threats you think of. It seems like it’s everywhere — and it is. Ransomware is one of the most notorious cyber threats affecting individuals, businesses, and organizations globally. The frequency and impact of these attacks have surged in recent years, making it crucial to understand their nature and how to protect against them.
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Keeping Financial Services Organizations Secure in an AI World

Aug 22, 2024 By Splunk In Splunk
When we talk about financial services and technology, security and regulatory compliance are always top of mind. And now, Generative AI has entered the chat - one of the most talked-about technologies of recent years. And Financial Services institutions have only begun to scratch the surface of what generative AI can do. The problem is, so have cyber threat actors. In this session from Splunk, and IDC, you’ll hear key insights into how financial services companies are improving their security posture in an AI World, and how those practices can benefit your organizations.
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signmycode

What is Remote Code Execution? Types, Impact, Technique and Prevention

Aug 22, 2024 By SignMyCode In SignMyCode
Remote Code Execution (RCE) is an attack technique where an attacker can execute remote code on a target system or device while smiling from ear to ear without physical access. In this attack, a hacker exploits system weaknesses such as software, operating systems, or network protocols to gain unauthorized access and execute malware onto the target system.
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tigera

Advantages of Calico's DNS Policy Implementation over Cilium's DNS Policy Implementation

Aug 22, 2024 By Dhiraj Sehgal In Tigera
DNS policies play a critical role in managing and securing workload communication for cloud-native applications running on Kubernetes clusters. Two popular options for implementing DNS policies are Calico and Cilium. While both have their merits, Calico’s approach offers several distinct advantages over Cilium’s, particularly in terms of flexibility, scalability, and overall operational simplicity.
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securitysenses

5 Popular Streaming Platforms That Allow VPN Access

Aug 22, 2024 By SecuritySenses In SecuritySenses
Streaming platforms have completely replaced TVs and become the cornerstone of entertainment as they offer a huge selection of films, TV series, and live material at our disposal. However, there's a small problem. The content available on these platforms often varies based on geographical locations due to licensing agreements. This limitation makes people use Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) to access restricted content from different regions.
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securitysenses

Cloud Server vs. Physical Server: Which One is Better?

Aug 22, 2024 By SecuritySenses In SecuritySenses
In the ever-evolving landscape of business technology, companies are faced with a crucial decision - should they opt for the cloud or maintain their own physical servers? Both options hold distinct advantages, making the choice a complex one that requires careful consideration.
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