Security | Threat Detection | Cyberattacks | DevSecOps | Compliance

Top tips is a weekly column where we highlight what’s trending in the tech world today and list ways to explore these trends. This week, we’re exploring how passwordless authentication is becoming the new standard for secure, seamless access. For decades, passwords have been the cornerstone of digital authentication. But in today's cyberthreat landscape, this is no longer enough.

On July 3, 2025, Qantas confirmed in an update statement that a cyber incident had compromised data from one of its contact centers, following the detection of suspicious activity on June 30. The breach didn’t strike at the heart of Qantas’ systems; it snuck in through a third-party provider. The attack allegedly exposed the data of 6 million Qantas customers. Figure 1. Qantas’ latest statement posted on July 3, 2025.

Did you know that over 30,000 websites are hacked every day? From small business sites to major brands, no one is immune. A hacked website does not just damage your reputation, it can leak sensitive data, spread malware, and tank your SEO rankings overnight. But don’t panic. With a systematic approach, you can regain control, clean up the infection, and secure your website to prevent future attacks.

Purpose: Help payment service providers achieve PCI DSS Level 1 compliance with enterprise-grade security. Scope: Technical requirements across network, data, access, physical, and cloud environments. Outcome: A compliant, breach-resistant system that builds trust and streamlines audits. Methodology: Real-world pentesting, layered defenses, and compliance-driven implementation. In 2023 alone, the payments industry handled north of 3.4 trillion transactions worth >$1.8 quadrillion.

DLP emerged at a time when corporate IT environments were relatively straightforward. Employees worked primarily from corporate offices, data resided in on-premises servers, and communications happened through company-managed email systems and file shares. Traditional DLP solutions were designed to thrive in this environment.