The Simply Cyber Report: February 14, 2023
This week on the Simply Cyber Report.
5G and SASE: A Match Made in Heaven
I recently attended the LEAP tech event in Saudi Arabia, and it was clear walking the trade show floor that 5G is hitting critical mass. Lightning-fast network connections are now rolling into cities across Saudi Arabia and the wider world, and while it’s true that some countries are further into the rollout of 5G than others, all the network providers and consultancies last week were showcasing wide-ranging use cases of 5G.
There's a New and Potentially More Dangerous Arrow in Cupid's Quiver
It’s Valentine’s Day and love is in the air. Flowers, candy, cards and dinner are some of the classic ways we show our love on this day. But as an increasing number of people look for love online, it’s a good time for a reminder that more people lose more money in online romance scams than in any other fraud category. According to the FBI, over the past five years $1.3 billion in losses have been reported, with annual losses skyrocketing since the pandemic.
GitHub's Jacob DePriest: How to attract and retain more diverse security talent
In this episode of Future of Security Operations, Thomas speaks with Jacob DePriest, VP & Deputy Chief Security Officer at GitHub, a company with a mission "to help every developer - regardless of experience level - learn, code, and ship software effectively." Before joining GitHub, DePriest spent more than 15 years as a senior executive at the National Security Agency (NSA) in the US.
Top Cheap EV Code Signing Certificate Providers 2023
Software publishing companies with additional security requirements always prefer EV Code Signing Certificate. But with the increase of Certificate Authorities and providers, it gets complex for most firms to find a reliable vendor. We have solved the complexity for you, as further you will get details about the top EV Code Signing Certificate providers. And the bonus part is that all mentioned authorities offer solutions at cheap price and never compromises with quality.
Securing AWS CLI with HTTPS proxy using Teleport
With Teleport you can register your AWS account as an application and access it securely within Teleport. You can also use the AWS CLI. In this video, we'll take a look at a new way to create a secure, local AWS Proxy to use for third-party tools like Terraform and Boto3.
Symmetric Encryption vs. Asymmetric Encryption? How it Works and Why it's Used
Cybersecurity is a top priority for businesses, governments, and individuals alike. With the rise of cybercrime in recent years, it’s more important than ever to ensure that sensitive data is kept safe and secure. That’s where encryption comes in. Encryption is the process of encoding data so that only authorized users can access it. There are two main types of encryption: symmetric and asymmetric encryption.
Navigating the Lack of Standardisation in Cybersecurity for Military Veterans
In this video, James Murphy discusses the issue of standardisation in the transition from the military to the civilian world. Cybersecurity is the perfect example to highlight this issue, as job titles and roles can vary greatly from company to company. He explores the confusion this lack of standardization can cause, and discuss the importance of understanding the differences between job titles and the actual tasks required in the role. Additionally, he discusses the certifications that are highly sought after in the cybersecurity industry, and how they can help military veterans make a smooth transition into this field.
This Valentine's Day, Swipe Left on Hackers
Online dating is one of the fastest-growing industries in the tech world. Online dating has quickly become a sustainable way to remain social and have a relationship with someone other than your cat. But what are the chances that you’ll be swiping right on a hacker? Mobile analytics platform, Adjust, reports that in 2021, 300 million adults used dating apps worldwide with 20 million users paying for premium features.