2023-08-01 - Security World Trend Now

“Unleashing the Power of Devo and Cybermindz: Revolutionizing Mental Health Support for Front-Line Cybersecurity Workers in the US”

Nguyen Michael1 year ago08 mins

Devo Technology Supports Cybermindz in Improving Mental Health of Cybersecurity Professionals Introduction In a significant move towards addressing the mental health challenges faced by cybersecurity professionals, Devo Technology, a cloud-native security analytics company, has announced its financial support for Cybermindz, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the mental well-being of cybersecurity professionals. This partnership aims…

The Quest for Cyber Workforce: Overcoming the Skills Shortage Challenge

Reynolds Alex1 year ago011 mins

The National Cyber Workforce and Education Strategy: An Analysis A Long-Term Approach to Address the Cyber Skills Shortage The release of the National Cyber Workforce and Education Strategy by the Biden-Harris administration highlights the ongoing efforts to address the deepening cyber skills crisis in the United States. While quick solutions may be elusive, industry experts…

“Why Forgepoint Capital’s $15M Series A Investment in Converge Insurance Signals the Future of Insurtech”

Nguyen Michael1 year ago07 mins

Forgepoint Capital Makes $15M Series A Investment in Converge Insurance Venture capital firm Forgepoint Capital has announced a $15 million Series A investment in Converge Insurance, a New York-based tech startup in the cyber-insurance sector. This marks Forgepoint’s second foray into the cyber-insurance industry, following its support of Surefire Cyber, a startup specializing in incident…

Nile Secures $175 Million in Funding to Revolutionize Enterprise Networks

Reynolds Alex1 year ago08 mins

Innovative Network-as-a-Service Provider Nile Raises $175 Million in Series C Funding Round SAN JOSE, Calif., Aug. 1, 2023 – Nile, the leader in next-generation enterprise networks, has announced a successful $175 million Series C investment round. This funding, co-led by March Capital and Sanabil Investments, with participation from other strategic partners such as stc and…

Forescout Revolutionizes Cyber Asset Risk Management with Quantitative Approach

Reynolds Alex1 year ago08 mins

Forescout Unveils Risk and Exposure Management: A New Approach to Cyber Asset Risk Management The global leader in cybersecurity, Forescout, has recently announced the release of its cloud-native product, Risk and Exposure Management. This innovative solution aims to address the expanding attack surfaces faced by enterprises on a daily basis, providing a more intuitive and…

MEF and CyberRatings.org Collaborate to Establish Groundbreaking SASE Certification Program

Patel Maya1 year ago010 mins

MEF and CyberRatings.org Announce Partnership to Launch SASE Certification Program New Certification Program to Increase Market Confidence in SASE Offerings LOS ANGELES and AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 1, 2023 – MEF, a global industry association of network, cloud, security, and technology providers, and CyberRatings.org, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing confidence in cybersecurity products and services,…

Why Canon Inkjet Printers Are Vulnerable to Third-Party Hacks through Wi-Fi?

Patel Maya1 year ago08 mins

Canon Inkjet Printers at Risk of Data Breach Due to Wi-Fi Settings Vulnerability Canon, the renowned Japanese multinational corporation specializing in imaging and optical products, has issued a security advisory warning users about a potential vulnerability in its inkjet printers. The concern revolves around the inadequate deletion of sensitive information related to Wi-Fi settings stored…

Cyber Pirates Set Their Sights on Russian and Serbian Targets

Patel Maya1 year ago08 mins

New Tactics and Techniques: Space Pirates Cybercrime Group An Emerging Threat In recent months, the notorious cybercrime group known as the Space Pirates has undergone a significant transformation in its operations. Previously focused on espionage and data theft, the group has recently showcased a newfound technical expertise, leading to a surge in attacks and the…

Cyber Insurance: Debunking the Role in the Ransomware Epidemic

Emma Thompson1 year ago08 mins

Cyber Insurance and the Ransomware Challenge: A New Analysis A recent analysis conducted by the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI), the University of Kent, Oxford Brookes University, and De Montfort University challenges the widely held belief that victims of ransomware with cyber insurance are more likely to pay ransoms than those without. The report, titled…

The Hidden Dangers: Exposing Remote Control Threats for Apple Users

Reynolds Alex1 year ago06 mins

Data-stealing Malware Targeting macOS Users with Hidden Virtual Network Computing (hVNC) Recently, cybersecurity researchers have discovered a new variant of data-stealing malware that specifically targets macOS users. This malware uses a sneaky approach that utilizes Hidden Virtual Network Computing (hVNC), a modified version of Virtual Network Computing (VNC) software commonly used by IT teams for…