While both locker and crypto ransomware are types of ransomware, there is one key difference between the two. The main difference between locker and crypto ransomware is that locker ransomware locks an entire device whereas crypto ransomware only encrypts files and data stored on the infected device. Keep reading to learn more about locker and crypto ransomware and how your organization can prevent these and other ransomware attacks.

PowerShell is a powerful tool that is used for automating monotonous and time-consuming tasks. However, using these without code signing can leave you vulnerable to cyber-attacks. This blog will explain the PowerShell code signing best practices for signing your script. Let’s begin!

In our latest report, Snyk surveyed security and software development technologists, from top management to application developers, on how their companies had prepared for and adopted generative AI coding tools. While organizations felt ready and believed AI coding tools and AI-generated code were safe, they failed to undertake some basic steps for secure adoption. And within the ranks, those close to the code have greater doubts about AI safety than those higher up in management.

With new technological advancements continuously emerging, cybersecurity is becoming a paramount concern for individuals and organizations alike. Among the plethora of cyber threats, two terms are often used interchangeably, i.e., malware and virus. However, the fact is that these are not the same and have distinct meanings. The term “malware” can be used for any sort of virus, but viruses can not describe malware types.

In a significant cybersecurity incident, Cencora, a leading pharmaceutical services provider, experienced a data breach in February 2024, exposing sensitive patient information from 11 major pharmaceutical companies. This breach underscores the critical importance of robust enterprise risk management, vulnerability management, and endpoint security in protecting sensitive data and managing online reputation.

SAP recently announced the end-of-life for SAP Identity Manager (IDM). This announcement required SAP to establish guidelines for existing customers to transition away from the platform with other products. One Identity is a leading vendor of choice for this migration due to its well-established market presence and robust SAP solutions support. In this two-part blog series, we will shed some light on how One Identity can seamlessly integrate with SAP products, starting with its certified ABAP connector.

With constant developments being made in the area of software development, both development and operations teams are now inseparably tied in their processes, and this has become a vital factor for their success. In recent years, DevOps, a concept built from the words’ developer’ and ‘operator,’ was developed as a new way of working that intelligently integrates these two essential functions throughout the software delivery process.

On May 20th, 2024, Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster, uncovered "unauthorized activity" within one of its cloud databases. This breach was swiftly followed by the hacker named called ShinyHunters claiming responsibility. The repercussions of this incident are vast, impacting millions of users and revealing significant vulnerabilities in the security infrastructure of one of the world's largest entertainment companies.

In a recent webinar, NeoSystems and Deltek unveiled a strategy to help government contractors, compliance officers, and IT professionals achieve Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) swiftly and with minimal risk. Here’s a synthesis of the critical points discussed, offering valuable guidance on how to navigate the complexities of CMMC.

On May 20, 2024, Live Nation discovered and disclosed an unauthorized activity in its third-party cloud database environment, which was eventually identified to be Snowflake, in its SEC filing. The database contains information regarding the company, primarily from its Ticketmaster subsidiary. Following this filing and in the following days, analysts discovered multiple clients of Snowflake have had data posted on the Dark Web for sale.