The modern world relies on Application Programming Interfaces (APIs). They allow applications to communicate with each other, servers, and consumers to facilitate data sharing and simplify application development. Without them, the internet would be unrecognizable. However, APIs also present a considerable risk to organizations. If left unsecured, they can be a gateway for attackers to access critical data and services. Protecting APIs is extraordinarily important, but it can be expensive.

Loyalty programs are so ubiquitous today that most of us would be hard-pressed to count how many we’ve signed up for. Earning a complimentary service or item is always a friendly reminder that you are valued as a client. However, that warm feeling could quickly change when you find that not only was the freebie already redeemed by someone else, but all your account details have been compromised. At that point, you will likely not have any warm feelings left towards that brand.

Back in 2021, we covered the antics of Grinch Bots and how the combination of proposed regulation and technology could prevent these malicious programs from stealing holiday cheer. Fast-forward to 2024 — the Stop Grinch Bots Act of 2021 has not passed, and bots are more active and powerful than ever, leaving businesses to fend off increasingly sophisticated attacks on their own.

Hey everyone, let’s talk about something we all encounter every day on the internet: web pixels. You might know them as tracking pixels or pixel tags. These tiny snippets of code, often invisible to the naked eye, are embedded in websites and emails. They might seem harmless, but they can have big consequences for your company’s privacy and security.

Kubernetes is a revolutionary technology for orchestrating containerized applications, enabling organizations to deploy and manage applications efficiently. Containers’ portability, scalability, and agility have transformed software development and deployment. However, these benefits come with significant security challenges, including risks associated with vulnerabilities in container images and potential misconfigurations.

As we get to the end of 2024, we thought we’d look at all the significant updates Cyberint (now known as Check Point Infinity External Risk Management) has introduced over the year. These new features are designed to help you better manage your cyber risks and improve your overall security posture.

A pentest is the process of evaluating the cyber security posture of an organization by finding all possible vulnerabilities in its infrastructure and exploiting them. A pentest uncovers security vulnerabilities across web apps, networks, apps, and humans via social engineering attack simulation.