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Identity & Access: Extending ZTNA to Protect Against Insider Threats The Importance of Zero Trust Network Access Cyberthreats are continuously evolving in their pervasiveness, stealth, and severity, and the potential consequences of a breach are more severe than ever before. In response to this ever-changing landscape, security teams are increasingly adopting the “never trust, always…
Cybersecurity Concerns on the Rise, SonicWall Survey Reveals Introduction In a recent report released by cybersecurity company SonicWall, the findings indicate that cyberattacks are a growing concern for organizations around the world. The 2023 SonicWall Threat Mindset Survey highlights the increasing worries about digital attacks like ransomware and spear phishing. As cyber threats continue to…
The IT Professional’s Blueprint for Compliance Introduction In today’s digital landscape, cybersecurity has become a paramount concern for organizations across all industries. The ever-increasing prevalence of data breaches, cyber attacks, and vulnerabilities calls for IT professionals to be well-versed in compliance frameworks and best practices. This article delves into the importance of compliance, explores popular…
Cybersecurity Challenges for SMBs: Navigating Complexity and Building Resilience The Growing Threat Landscape Small and midsize businesses (SMBs) are increasingly becoming targets of cyberattacks. The evolving threat landscape poses significant challenges for these organizations, which often struggle with limited resources and knowledge about managing cybersecurity risks effectively. During the recent Cybersecurity for SMBs Roundtable hosted…
The IT Professional’s Blueprint for Compliance Introduction In today’s digital landscape, where the threat of cyber-attacks looms large, ensuring compliance with various frameworks and standards has become essential for organizations. The IT professionals designated with the task of securing their company’s infrastructure must familiarize themselves with industry-leading frameworks such as HIPAA, NIST, CIS-CSC, Essential Eight,…
Malware & Threats: Number of Cisco Devices Hacked via Zero-Day Remains High as Attackers Update Implant Introduction The number of Cisco devices hacked through the exploitation of two new zero-day vulnerabilities remains very high, but recent scans appeared to show a significant drop due to the attackers updating their implant. Unidentified hackers have been exploiting…
The Ongoing Saga of Compromised Cisco IOS XE Systems Background The recent compromise of Cisco IOS XE systems has taken a new turn, with security researchers observing a sharp decline in the number of infected systems over the weekend. The drop in compromised systems has sparked a range of theories among experts. However, researchers from…
Taiwan-based Network Equipment Vendor D-Link Confirms Data Breach Claims of Severity Dismissed, Investigation Reveals Limited Impact D-Link, a Taiwan-based network equipment vendor, confirmed this week that it was the victim of a recent data breach. However, the company dismissed the claims of the perpetrator, stating that the severity of the incident was inaccurate and exaggerated….
Threats: Unidentified Attackers Breach Tens of Thousands of Cisco Devices Introduction Tens of thousands of physical and virtual devices running Cisco networking software have been compromised due to a yet-unpatched vulnerability. Multiple independent researchers have discovered that attackers are actively exploiting this vulnerability, primarily targeting telecommunications companies. The breach gives attackers full control over the…
Tens of Thousands of Cisco Devices Hacked via Zero-Day Vulnerability Introduction Tens of thousands of Cisco devices have been compromised through the exploitation of a newly disclosed zero-day vulnerability, known as CVE-2023-20198. Cisco has issued a warning to its customers regarding the critical nature of this vulnerability and is currently working on a patch. In…