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CrowdStrike

CrowdStrike Announces Falcon Identity Protection for AWS IAM Identity Center

Dec 4, 2024 By Ryan Terry - Vlad Barytskyy - Kendra Kendall In CrowdStrike
As organizations scale their operations on Amazon Web Services (AWS), they must secure their identities and ensure all users have the correct permissions. AWS IAM Identity Center is built to simplify access management across multiple AWS accounts — a critical tool for rapidly growing AWS environments. This hub for identity data and processes demands strong protection against the identity-focused threats growing popular among today’s adversaries.
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CrowdStrike

CrowdStrike Showcases Cloud Security Innovation and Leadership at AWS re:Invent

Dec 4, 2024 By Brett Shaw In CrowdStrike
As organizations accelerate their innovation in the cloud and their adoption of AI, securing AI workloads and identities has become critical. Misconfigurations, vulnerabilities and identity-based threats expose high-value assets to potential manipulation and exploitation. For AWS customers, advancing cloud security means establishing resilient guardrails that protect innovation without compromising speed.
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appsentinels

Why Protecting Third-Party APIs is Essential for Enterprise Security

Dec 4, 2024 By AppSentinels In AppSentinels
In today’s rapidly interconnected digital environment, third-party APIs have become fundamental for enhancing functionality and enriching user experiences. However, as seen in recent incidents like the Kaiser data breach, these third-party integrations carry risks that, if unaddressed, can lead to significant security and privacy violations.
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fidelis security

Lessons to Learn from TeamTNT: Best Practices for Securing Cloud Environments

Dec 4, 2024 By Fidelis Security In Fidelis Security
Is your system being used for crypto mining without your consent? This might sound unlikely to you, but it could be possible, and you won’t even know about it. Cryptojackers can find your unprotected or exposed servers to put malicious code or malware and use it for mining cryptocurrencies.
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securitysenses

Revolutionizing Cyber Defense: AI-Powered Chatbots as the New Frontline against Threats

Dec 4, 2024 By SecuritySenses In SecuritySenses
There has never been a greater need for creative solutions when cyber dangers are changing at an unprecedented rate. One of the most exciting advancements in cybersecurity is the use of AI-powered chatbots, which are rapidly becoming essential in protecting against increasingly complex assaults. These chatbots are pushing the limits of cyber defence by utilizing developments in artificial intelligence. Let's examine how AI chatbot in cybersecurity is changing the game, providing unmatched security, and influencing how digital security will develop in the future.
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securitysenses

6 Best ChatGPT Alternatives

Dec 4, 2024 By SecuritySenses In SecuritySenses
ChatGPT is widely regarded as the leading AI chatbot, but it is by no means the only one available. Depending on your particular requirements, you may find that ChatGPT isn't the best fit. While it is a versatile tool, it can sometimes lack effectiveness compared to more specialized alternatives. Therefore, exploring a variety of ChatGPT substitutes is advisable.
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seal security

Empowering Security Teams: Independent Open source vulnerability remediation

Dec 3, 2024 By Alon Navon In Seal Security
Traditional open source vulnerability remediation is a significant bottleneck in modern security. Organizations often grapple with hundreds or thousands of high and critical vulnerabilities, yet the process of upgrading dependencies is a manual, time-consuming, and error-prone task, heavily reliant on developers. Developers, naturally prioritizing feature development, may resist upgrades due to potential risks and increased workload.
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Snyk

2024 Open Source Security Report: Slowing Progress and New Challenges for DevSecOps

Dec 3, 2024 By Jamie Smith In Snyk
Trust is the foundation of the open source community — but what happens when that trust is betrayed? When a backdoor vulnerability was found in a widespread Linux-based data compression tool, it nearly created an opportunity for malicious actors to seize control of countless computers worldwide. The vulnerability was introduced by a trusted contributor who, after years of building rapport with maintainers, ultimately exploited that trust.
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API Security: 200 is Not Always Okay, and How to Cope with This

Dec 3, 2024 By Graylog In Graylog
While a 200 OK status often signals success, its appearance can be deceiving, especially when it cloaks significant threats within API interactions. This session expands on the critical role of APIs as part of the broader attack surface essential for robust Threat Detection, Identification, and Response (TDIR) programs. We’ll explore intricate case studies where seemingly successful responses harbored risks that bypass traditional monitoring. Learn how to enhance your SIEM capabilities by effectively detecting anomalies in API traffic, ensuring that every layer of interaction is scrutinized—not just the surface.
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cloudflare

From deals to DDoS: exploring Cyber Week 2024 Internet trends

Dec 3, 2024 By João Tomé In Cloudflare
In 2024, Thanksgiving (November 28), Black Friday (November 29), and Cyber Monday (December 2) significantly impacted Internet traffic, similar to trends seen in 2023 and previous years. This year, Thanksgiving in the US drove a 20% drop in daily traffic compared to the previous week, with a notable 33% dip at 15:45 ET. In contrast, Black Friday and Cyber Monday drove traffic spikes. But how global is this trend, and do attacks increase during Cyber Week?
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