An Introduction to AWS Security

Cloud providers are becoming a core part of IT infrastructure. Amazon Web Services (AWS), the world's biggest cloud provider, is used by millions of organizations worldwide and is commonly used to run sensitive and mission-critical workloads. This makes it critical for IT and security professionals to understand the basics of AWS security and take measures to protect their data and workloads.

Optimizing Returns from Your Cyber Risk Program

In today’s economic environment, nearly every department in every organization across the globe is being challenged to do more with less. Meanwhile, digital footprints continue to grow and sprawl and cyber attackers look to take advantage of vulnerable infrastructure. Organizations need to assess how they can be more resourceful as they look to maintain a best-in-class cyber risk program and continue to meet business expectations.

API Predictions for 2024

Is Salt Security a fortune teller? We’re not sure if we’d go as far as to say that, but we certainly have had our fair share of precognitive moments. In today’s virtual age where everyone is utilizing and relying on digital landscapes, people’s data is constantly being put online. As technology advances and more people go online, bad actors and cyber threats use vulnerabilities in Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) to get access to sensitive data.

Unlock the Power of Attack Surface Management with Insights from a KuppingerCole Analyst

Join Vanessa Jankowski, SVP of Third Party Risk Management, and Greg Keshian, SVP of Security Performance Management, as they explore key findings from the 2023 KuppingerCole Leadership Compass Report for Attack Surface Management with John Tolbert, Director of Cybersecurity at KuppingerCole Analysts. In today's interconnected digital landscape, managing your exposure strategy for your infrastructure and your supply chain is paramount. They discuss strategies to fortify cybersecurity defenses and minimize risks.

EP 43 - Breaking Things in the Name of Cyber Resilience

Guest Dr. Magda Chelly, Managing Director and CISO of Responsible Cyber, joins Trust Issues host David Puner for a conversation about third-party risk management and cyber resilience. Dr. Chelly underscores the imperative of prioritizing identity management, particularly as decentralized work environments are becoming the norm in today’s evolving digital landscape.

The Security Performance Management Evolution: Interview with Bitsight's Greg Kesen & Dark Reading

In this Dark Reading News Desk segment, Bitsight's Gregory Keshian discusses external attack surface management and security performance management. Greg reviews how the emerging discipline of security performance management (SPM) can better secure a company's attack surface. He offers guidance for how to mitigate problems and enumerates the major catalysts affecting attack surfaces, and how governance frameworks can be incorporated to ensure organizational compliance with state and federal laws.

Types of Password Attacks

Some of the most common types of password attacks include password cracking, password spraying, dictionary attacks, credential stuffing, brute force and rainbow table attacks. The better your password habits are, the less susceptible you are to password attacks. Keeper’s Password Management Report found that only 25% of respondents use strong, unique passwords for every account – meaning that 75% of respondents place their accounts at risk of being compromised due to weak passwords.

The Howler - Episode 5: Nick Schneider, President & CEO at Arctic Wolf

In this episode, our hosts sit down with Nick Schneider, President & CEO at Arctic Wolf. As President and CEO of Arctic Wolf, Nick Schneider brings more than 15 years of experience in building global, high-growth technology companies spanning both emerging and established markets. As a veteran in the security industry, Nick has developed expertise in creating best-of-breed technology platforms and world-class sales organizations, which have been the driving force behind Arctic Wolf’s explosive growth and leadership position in the security operations market.

Outstanding ROI of Security Awareness Training

As an InfoSec professional, one of your important responsibilities is to minimize expensive downtime and prevent data breaches. Skyrocketing ransomware infections can shut down your network and exfiltrate data. Phishing is responsible for two‑thirds of ransomware infections. You know this and need help articulating the value of KnowBe4 to your CFO and leadership. This guide showcases real ROI experienced by KnowBe4 customers to help you present a strong business case for the investment.