AppSec spring cleaning checklist

Something about the springtime sunshine and blooming flowers inspires many of us to start cleaning. For some, it might be tackling the backyard shed that accumulated cobwebs over the winter or that overflowing junk drawer in the corner of the kitchen. As you survey your home and yard and decide where to start cleaning, it’s also a great time to look at your application security program and see if any of your existing processes need some tidying up. Here are a few great places to start.

Security and Compliance triumphs: Vodafone Idea Leads India with SOC 2 Type 2 Attestation

In May 2024, Vodafone Idea (Vi) became the first Indian telecommunications company to achieve the SOC2 (Service Organization Control 2) Type II Attestation. This accomplishment not only underscores the company’s commitment to stringent security standards but also sets a benchmark for the entire industry.

A Challenger in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Security Information and Event Management

In the high-stakes world of cybersecurity, complacency can spell disaster. At Sumo Logic, we don’t just adapt to the evolving threat landscape; we redefine it. Sumo Logic was recognized as a Challenger in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Security Information and Event Management. This recent positioning reflects our Ability to Execute and Completeness of Vision. We believe this isn't just a recognition. Challenge accepted! In 2021 and 2022, Sumo Logic was recognized as a Visionary.

The 443 Podcast - Episode 291 - Picking Secure Technologies

This week on the podcast, we cover guidance from CISA and its international partners that guides organizations on the right questions to ask during the technology procurement process to make sure the products they buy are secure. Before that, we cover Microsoft's research into a common vulnerability impacting over 4 billion Android application installations followed by a discussion on the Tunnel Vision VPN vulnerability.

Why Companies Don't Archive (Common Challenges and Pitfalls in TMF Archival)

Failure to archive a completed Trial Master File (TMF) is, to put it simply, non-compliant. Despite this fact, pharmaceutical and biotech companies are often known to drag their feet on this process. Why would such organizations expose themselves to that risk? Unfortunately, there are several common hurdles that teams face when it comes to TMF archival. In this post, we’ll walk through what those hurdles are and how to overcome them.

Network Security Configure Encryption Types Allowed for Kerberos

The ability to authenticate securely over an unsecure network is paramount in safeguarding sensitive information and maintaining trust in digital interactions. In an era where communication often occurs over public networks like the internet, ensuring the authenticity of users and data is critical to prevent unauthorized access and data breaches. Kerberos is a Windows security network authentication protocol that allows users and services to securely authenticate over a non-secure network.

User Access Review Template (with download)

“Your entire company network was compromised, all through a single login.” That’s the reality of an employee single sign-on (SSO) breach nightmare. Hackers create fake SSO login pages in order to steal employee credentials, which can literally give them “the keys to the kingdom” – access to the most sensitive data of the organization. From a disgruntled ex-employee to a compromised user, it can become a devastating security hole. It happens more than you think.

Improve Data Governance with DSPM Classification

Businesses struggle to find and protect sensitive data scattered across various sources. Manual tagging for classification is error-prone and inconsistent. Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) automates discovery, classification, and remediation – finding sensitive data, applying consistent tags, and fixing past mistakes. This ensures efficient and accurate data security, especially with ever-growing data volumes.