Security | Threat Detection | Cyberattacks | DevSecOps | Compliance

%term

Securing Remote Access: Best Practices for Third-Party Risk Management

The physical location of users has become less and less important in conducting business, with the drawback that it creates new, persistent threats to organizations. You know that. You may not know that remote access to IT and business-critical systems is not a new concept. It’s been around since the late 1980s.

Beyond Traditional Security: Addressing the API Security Gap

Let’s be honest: APIs are the unsung heroes of the modern business world. They work silently behind the scenes, connecting applications, driving innovations, and ensuring your digital transformation stays on track. However, there’s a crucial downside: APIs can pose a significant security risk. They can be likened to unlocked doors leading to your sensitive data and essential business functions—an ideal target for hackers.

What Is Penetration Testing?

Penetration testing, also referred to as pen testing, is a simulation of a cyber attack that organizations conduct to identify security vulnerabilities within their systems. By finding weaknesses through a simulated cyber attack, organizations can pinpoint areas that need improvement before a cybercriminal can exploit them. Penetration testing helps organizations address issues in their systems to prevent unauthorized access, meet compliance requirements and minimize the risk of phishing attacks.

What are the consequences of losing Active Directory (AD)?

Did you know that 54% of breaches result from stolen or hacked credentials, according to DHS and CISA? Active Directory (AD) is a prime target for attackers, and compromising it can lead to catastrophic consequences for any organization. In this video, we dive into: Why AD is a prime target: Once compromised, attackers gain "the keys to the kingdom" and access to your entire enterprise. The hidden threat: Attackers can remain undetected in your network for up to 10 days, extracting sensitive information. On average, a data breach costs an organization around $4.4 million.

What We Know About The SEC's New Cyber Disclosure Rule

As cyber threats escalate in frequency and severity, IT and security teams face increased pressure to maintain transparency. With this in mind, the US Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) Cyber Disclosure Rule, released on 26 July 2023, mandates timely and detailed public disclosures about cyber incidents.