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Category: Security


Application security, Security

Best practices for securing the software application supply chain

March 15, 2023

Via: Help Net Security

As server-side security advances, more attackers are exploiting vulnerabilities and launching malicious attacks through the less protected and seldom monitored client-side supply chain. Unfortunately, because of these attacks’ sophisticated and subtle nature, they can be hard to detect until it’s […]


Cloud security, Security

Cloudflare Fraud Detection will provide precise tools to detect, categorize fraud

March 15, 2023

Via: Help Net Security

Cloudflare is entering the fraud detection market to help businesses identify and stop online fraud – including fraudulent transactions, fake account signups, account takeover attacks, and carding attacks – before it impacts their brand or their bottom line. Powered by […]


Network security, Security

Spotlight on Cybersecurity Leaders: David Lingenfelter

March 14, 2023

Via: SecureWorld

In the SecureWorld Spotlight Series, we learn about the speakers and Advisory Council members that make our events a success. In Q&A format, they share about their professional journeys, unique experiences, and hopes for the future of cybersecurity—along with some […]


Access control, Security

Understanding password behavior key to developing stronger cybersecurity protocols

March 13, 2023

Via: Help Net Security

Passwords are still the weakest link in an organization’s network, as proven by the analysis of over 800 million breached passwords, according to Specops Software. The study found 88% of passwords used in successful attacks consisted of 12 characters or […]


Access control, Security

1Password Unlock with SSO helps enterprises secure their employees

March 10, 2023

Via: Help Net Security

1Password has launched Unlock with Single Sign-On (SSO) which enables enterprise customers to use Okta for unlocking their 1Password accounts, with Azure AD and Duo integration to follow in the coming months. Unlock with SSO helps IT teams improve their […]


Privacy protection, Security

New Kensington privacy screens protect against visual hacking

March 8, 2023

Via: Help Net Security

Kensington has expanded its robust portfolio of data protection solutions with the launch of three new privacy screens. The SA270 Privacy Screen for Studio Display (K50740WW), SA240 Privacy Screen for iMac 24” (K55170WW), and MagPro Elite Magnetic Privacy Screen for […]


Application security, Security

Attackers exploit APIs faster than ever before

March 8, 2023

Via: Help Net Security

After combing through 350,000 reports to find 650 API-specific vulnerabilities from 337 different vendors and tracking 115 published exploits impacting these vulnerabilities, the results clearly illustrate that the API threat landscape is becoming more dangerous, according to Wallarm. Researchers came […]


Access control, Security

F5 and Visa join forces to enhance security throughout the customer experience

March 7, 2023

Via: Help Net Security

F5 and Visa join forces to enable merchants to securely reduce login friction for their customers. Customers expect seamless commerce experiences and transactions to be secure. Yet, in today’s digital-first world, customers are under threat from bad actors looking to […]


Application security, Security

Shein’s Android App Caught Transmitting Clipboard Data to Remote Servers

March 7, 2023

Via: The Hacker News

An older version of Shein’s Android application suffered from a bug that periodically captured and transmitted clipboard contents to a remote server. The Microsoft 365 Defender Research Team said it discovered the problem in version 7.9.2 of the app that […]


Network security, Security

6 cybersecurity and privacy Firefox add-ons you need to know about

March 6, 2023

Via: Help Net Security

In today’s digital age, cybersecurity and privacy have become major concerns for internet users. With the increase in cyber attacks and data breaches, it is vital to protect your online privacy and security. One way to do this is by […]


Access control, Security

Sale of Stolen Credentials and Initial Access Dominate Dark Web Markets

March 2, 2023

Via: Dark Reading

The cybercrime economy centered around access to compromised systems, services, and networks has grown dramatically in the past year — with a sixfold increase in the number of credentials stolen via malware and offered for sale. With cyberattackers using information-stealing […]


Application security, Security

Easterly: Software Developers Need to Step Up on Cybersecurity

March 1, 2023

Via: SecureWorld

Imagine buying a car that has faulty brakes, or a toaster that can catch fire at any moment. You would expect the manufacturer to be held accountable for selling you a defective product that can harm you or others. But […]


Application security, Security

Application Security vs. API Security: What is the difference?

February 28, 2023

Via: The Hacker News

As digital transformation takes hold and businesses become increasingly reliant on digital services, it has become more important than ever to secure applications and APIs (Application Programming Interfaces). With that said, application security and API security are two critical components […]


Network security, Security

Perimeter 81 and TD SYNNEX provide secure network access for the modern workforce

February 22, 2023

Via: Help Net Security

Mitigating persistent cyber threats has made network security mission critical for businesses of all sizes. The 2022 U.S. Cybersecurity Census Report found that the average business experiences 42 cyberattacks each year, amplifying the need for a comprehensive solution. Perimeter 81 […]


Cloud security, Security

How a hub and spoke model can future-proof your cloud deployment

February 22, 2023

Via: Help Net Security

Cloud adoption among organizations has increased dramatically over the past few years, both in the range of services used and the extent to which they are employed, according to Info-Tech Research Group. However, network builders tend to overlook the vulnerabilities […]


Application security, Security

The top security threats to GraphQL APIs and how to address them

February 22, 2023

Via: Help Net Security

Enterprises looking to modernize their APIs are increasingly switching from the REST architecture to the open-source data query and manipulation language GraphQL. While the transition makes sense – GraphQL is more flexible, scalable, and easier for developers to use – […]


Cloud security, Security

IGEL COSMOS platform secures cloud workspaces

February 17, 2023

Via: Help Net Security

IGEL has announced IGEL COSMOS, a unified platform to securely manage and automate the delivery of digital workspaces, from any cloud. Offering a modular architecture, granular endpoint control and end-user freedom, COSMOS is designed to enable organizations to garner the […]


Access control, Security

Styra Load empowers engineering teams to solve critical authorization problems

February 16, 2023

Via: Help Net Security

Styra Load advances the capabilities of Open Policy Agent (OPA), and alleviates the effects of data-heavy authorization while reducing infrastructure costs and increasing authorization performance for platform engineering teams. Purpose-built for enterprises managing authorization with large data sets, Styra Load […]


Application security, Cloud security, Security

Application and cloud security is a shared responsibility

February 16, 2023

Via: Help Net Security

Cloud environments and application connectivity have become a critical part of many organizations’ digital transformation initiatives. In fact, nearly 40% of North American and European-based enterprises adopted industry-specific cloud platforms in 2022. But why are organizations turning to these solutions […]


Network security, Security

SynSaber OT PCAP Analyzer simplifies the network analysis process

February 15, 2023

Via: Help Net Security

SynSaber has launched OT PCAP Analyzer tool that allows users to view a high-level breakdown of the device and protocol information contained within a packet capture (PCAP) file. SynSaber’s OT PCAP Analyzer provides visibility into a snapshot of your network […]