Elastic on Elastic: How InfoSec uses the Elastic Stack for vulnerability management

Vulnerability management (VM) is a challenging task. Of the three pillars of people, process, and technology, it is the latter that we have the most control over and that can make the greatest impact. We recognize that technology alone is not sufficient and must be accompanied by strong processes and skilled personnel. However, the right technology can greatly facilitate and improve the effectiveness of our vulnerability management efforts.

GraphQL Tutorial in 2 Minutes

What is GraphQL? In this quick 2-minute video, you'll learn the basics of GraphQL and how it compares to REST APIs. GraphQL is a query language that enables developers to retrieve the exact data they need from an API, rather than over-fetching or under-fetching data, while REST API requires multiple requests to retrieve the same data. In this tutorial, you'll learn how to define a schema, create queries, and make requests to a GraphQL API.

The security concerns of a JavaScript sandbox with the Node.js VM module

Were you tasked with building a product that requires the execution of dynamic JavaScript originating from end users? You might think building it on-top of Node.js VM module is a viable way to create a JavaScript sandbox. In this article, we’ll learn why that’s far from being a recommended approach and the security implications of doing so. Every now and then there’s a project that challenges the rudimentary and routine backend development. APIs? Message queues?

What Is MAS TRM?

All financial institutions operating in Singapore are required to comply with the MAS TRM guidelines in order to operate legally. In order to ensure the safety of their operations, customers, as well as the wider financial system, financial institutions are required to conduct regular risk assessments and implement appropriate risk management measures.

Ransomware Families Bringing Home the Biggest Security Risks

Ransomware is the type of malware that locks you out of your own computer until you pay a ransom. This digital extortion is one of the most serious security threats facing the Internet today. Ransomware not only impacts unsuspecting Internet users, but business organizations, government institutions and even critical services such as utility, healthcare and emergency facilities. Ransomware has been around for many years.

The State of Secrets Detection in SaaS Apps

Welcome to our first ever The State of Secrets Security in SaaS Apps, an in-depth look at what security risks are posed by the data stored in organizations' SaaS applications. As companies have adopted a remote-first approach to work, these solutions have increasingly been used to send and store passwords, secrets, and API keys.