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What if a single cyber breach at a small defense contractor could jeopardize national security? In an era where digital threats loom larger than ever, the Department of Defense (DoD) has rolled out the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 3.0, a framework that demands unprecedented

In a chilling reminder of the vulnerabilities plaguing the healthcare sector, a major ransomware attack struck DaVita, one of the leading providers of kidney care services, earlier this year, compromising the personal and medical data of nearly a million individuals. This incident, discovered on

Setting the Stage for Secure Remote Access In an era where remote work has become a cornerstone of modern business operations, the demand for robust and secure access solutions has never been higher, with millions of employees relying on virtual private networks (VPNs) to connect to corporate

What if a seemingly harmless email attachment could silently rob you of your digital life? Imagine this: a routine PDF or image file lands in your inbox, promising a quick preview of something harmless, but hidden within is PXA Stealer, a cunning piece of malware at the core of the "Ghost in the

I'm thrilled to sit down with Rupert Marais, our in-house security specialist with a wealth of expertise in endpoint and device security, cybersecurity strategies, and network management. Today, we're diving into the exciting world of Pwn2Own Ireland 2025, a premier hacking competition that draws

Imagine a digital battlefield where a single tap on a seemingly harmless app could expose your entire life—contacts, messages, and even live audio from your surroundings—to unseen adversaries. This is the stark reality for many Android users caught in the crosshairs of the escalating Iran-Israel

What happens when cybercriminals wield the stealth of spies and the greed of gangsters in a single devastating blow? A chilling wave of ransomware attacks sweeping across Latin America and the Asia-Pacific region offers a grim answer, highlighting the urgent need for stronger defenses. Storm-2603,

In an era where software vulnerabilities can lead to catastrophic breaches impacting millions of users and costing billions in damages, the urgency to embed security into every stage of development has never been more critical. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), a pivotal US

In an evolving threat landscape where cyberattacks continue to grow in sophistication, hypervisor-level ransomware emerges as a critical concern for businesses globally. These advanced threats involve attacks on the hypervisor layers of virtual machines, bypassing traditional security measures to

Rupert Marais, a recognized security specialist in endpoint and device security, sheds light on the intricate world of Chinese state-sponsored hacking and the cyber espionage ecosystem. With a focus on Silk Typhoon and its affiliated firms, his insights help us understand the operational frontiers