Tag: control
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Managing security in the AI age
Gartner experts offer guidance on harnessing AI’s power while mitigating its risks, from managing shadow AI to implementing security controls and policies First seen on computerweekly.com Jump to article: www.computerweekly.com/news/366620437/Managing-security-in-the-AI-age
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What is risk management? Quantifying and mitigating uncertainty
Tags: breach, business, cio, ciso, compliance, control, cyber, cyberattack, data, finance, flaw, framework, governance, healthcare, infosec, infrastructure, insurance, international, jobs, mitigation, monitoring, nist, risk, risk-analysis, risk-assessment, risk-management, software, strategy, technology, tool, vulnerabilityHow do organizations structure risk management operations?: Risk management has in some organizations traditionally been multicentric, with different departments or individuals within the org implementing risk management techniques in their work: Risk management is a component of good project management, for instance. IT leaders in particular must be able to integrate risk management philosophies and…
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What are the key security controls for NHIs at the executive level?
Why Should CISOs Consider Non-Human Identities Security Controls? Did you know NHIs represent a significant portion of all entities in a typical network environment? A lack of robust Non-Human Identities (NHIs) security controls can pose significant threats to data integrity and system security in any organization. You must be wondering What are the key… First…
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Chinese APT Silk Typhoon exploits IT supply chain weaknesses for initial access
Tags: access, apt, attack, authentication, china, citrix, cloud, control, corporate, credentials, data, detection, email, exploit, firewall, github, government, group, hacker, identity, Internet, ivanti, least-privilege, microsoft, network, password, service, software, supply-chain, threat, update, vpn, vulnerability, zero-dayTwo-way lateral movement: Aside from abusing cloud assets and third-party services and software providers to gain access to local networks, the Silk Typhoon attackers are also proficient in jumping from on-premise environments into cloud environments. The group’s hackers regularly target Microsoft AADConnect (now Entra Connect) servers which are used to synchronize on-premise Active Directory deployments…
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Why Understanding Your Secrets is the Key to Faster Remediation
Up to 27 days to fix a leaked secret? We feel your pain. Explore how contextual secrets management helps you take control, cut remediation time, and strengthen your security posture. Don’t just detect, understand your secrets. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/03/why-understanding-your-secrets-is-the-key-to-faster-remediation/
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Implementing Identity First Security for Zero Trust Architectures
Zero Trust is a security framework that operates under the assumption that no implicit trust exists within a network. Every request for access must be verified, regardless of whether it comes from within or outside the organization. Identity First Security bolsters Zero Trust by making identity the central control point for access decisions. This method…
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Decrypting the Forest From the Trees
Tags: api, computer, container, control, credentials, data, endpoint, least-privilege, microsoft, network, password, powershell, service, updateTL;DR: SCCM forest discovery accounts can be decrypted including accounts used for managing untrusted forests. If the site server is a managed client, service account credentials can be decrypted via the Administration Service API. Introduction While Duane Michael, Chris Thompson, and I were originally working on the Misconfiguration Manager project, one of the tasks I took…
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Hackers Exploit ‘Any/Any’ Communication Configurations in Cloud Services to Host Malware
Recent research by Veriti has uncovered a disturbing trend in cybersecurity: malicious actors are increasingly leveraging cloud infrastructure to distribute malware and operate command-and-control (C2) servers. This shift in tactics presents significant challenges for detection and exposes organizations to heightened security risks. Cloud Misconfigurations Open Doors for Attackers The study reveals that over 40% of…
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Please fasten your seatbelts. A third of US air traffic control systems are ‘unsustainable’
Tags: controlAnd the FAA’s modernization efforts are going so badly they won’t exit turbulence any time soon First seen on theregister.com Jump to article: www.theregister.com/2025/03/05/faa_air_traffic_control/
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Security Compliance Management Tips for 2025
Security compliance management involves an organization’s proactive measures to protect its assets while adhering to internal security standards and regulatory requirements. This includes developing and implementing procedures and controls designed to ensure the organization meets the required security standards and follows best practices in safeguarding its systems, data, and operations. Security controls are essential for……
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Windows KDC Proxy RCE Vulnerability Allows Remote Server Takeover
Tags: authentication, control, cvss, cyber, flaw, microsoft, rce, remote-code-execution, vulnerability, windowsA recently patched remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability in Microsoft Windows’ Key Distribution Center (KDC) Proxy implementation allows unauthenticated attackers to take control of vulnerable servers through manipulated Kerberos authentication traffic. Designated CVE-2024-43639 and rated 9.8 CVSS, this critical flaw stems from improper validation of message lengths during ASN.1 encoding operation, enabling memory corruption attacks. The vulnerability…
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Understanding PreVeil’s Approval Groups: A Revolutionary Approach to Security Administration
In the world of cybersecurity, we often talk about encryption, access controls, and authentication. But there’s a critical vulnerability that many organizations overlook: the concentration of power in individual administrators. PreVeil’s Approval Groups offer an innovative solution to this problem, fundamentally changing how we approach administrative security. The Problem with Traditional Admin Access Imagine giving……
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Researchers Link CACTUS Ransomware Tactics to Former Black Basta Affiliates
Threat actors deploying the Black Basta and CACTUS ransomware families have been found to rely on the same BackConnect (BC) module for maintaining persistent control over infected hosts, a sign that affiliates previously associated with Black Basta may have transitioned to CACTUS.”Once infiltrated, it grants attackers a wide range of remote control capabilities, allowing them…
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Creating Elegant Azure Custom Roles: Putting NotActions into Action!
Creating custom Roles in Azure can be a complex process that may yield long and unwieldy Role definitions that are difficult to manage. However, it doesn’t have to be that way. Read on to learn how you can simplify this process using the Azure “NotActions” and “NotDataActions” attributes, and create custom Azure Roles that are…
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49,000+ Access Management Systems Worldwide Exposed to Major Security Gaps
A recent study conducted by Dutch IT security consultancy Modat has revealed alarming vulnerabilities in over 49,000 access management systems (AMS) worldwide. These systems, designed to control and secure access to buildings and sensitive areas, are reportedly plagued by misconfigurations that leave them exposed to cybercriminals. The findings underscore a global issue affecting industries such…
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Veriti Research Uncovers Malware Exploiting Cloud Services
Veriti Research has identified a growing trend attackers leveraging cloud infrastructure to facilitate malware distribution and command-and-control (C2) operations. This evolving tactic not only makes detection more challenging but also exposes organizations to significant security risks. Malware Hosted on Cloud Services One of the most alarming findings from our research is that over 40%… First…
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Misconfigured access management systems expose global enterprises to security risks
Tags: access, attack, authentication, control, credentials, cyberattack, cybersecurity, data, data-breach, detection, finance, Internet, monitoring, network, regulation, risk, technology, update, vulnerabilityRegional and industry-wide exposure: The investigation found a disproportionate concentration of exposed AMS in Europe, with Italy emerging as a key hotspot, reporting 16,678 exposed systems. Mexico and Vietnam followed, with 5,940 and 5,035 systems exposed, respectively.The US recorded 1,966 vulnerable systems, while other technologically advanced nations such as Canada and Japan showed comparatively lower…
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CISA Warns of Active Exploitation of Microsoft Windows Win32k Vulnerability
Tags: cisa, control, cyber, cybersecurity, exploit, flaw, infrastructure, kev, microsoft, vulnerability, windowsThe U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has added CVE-2018-8639, a decade-old Microsoft Windows privilege escalation flaw, to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog amid confirmed active attacks. First patched by Microsoft in December 2018, this Win32k kernel-mode driver vulnerability enables authenticated local attackers to execute arbitrary code with SYSTEM privileges, granting unfettered control over…
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7 key trends defining the cybersecurity market today
Tags: access, ai, attack, cisco, ciso, cloud, compliance, control, crowdstrike, cyber, cybersecurity, data, defense, detection, endpoint, fortinet, gartner, google, governance, group, ibm, intelligence, microsoft, ml, network, okta, resilience, risk, service, siem, startup, strategy, technology, threat, tool, vulnerability, zero-trustMarket leaders are gaining share: The cybersecurity market has a dizzying number of single-product vendors, but a handful of powerful platform providers have risen above the pack and are gaining market share.According to research firm Canalys, the top 12 vendors benefited the most from customers taking early steps to transition to platforms. Collectively, they accounted…
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Juggling Cyber Risk Without Dropping the Ball: Five Tips for Risk Committees to Regain Control of Threats
By dismantling silos and enabling continuous visibility, organizations can strengthen their cybersecurity posture and align risk management with long-term business success. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/03/juggling-cyber-risk-without-dropping-the-ball-five-tips-for-risk-committees-to-regain-control-of-threats/
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Key Takeaways from the CSA Understanding Data Security Risk Survey
Tags: access, ai, attack, automation, business, cloud, compliance, control, data, encryption, Hardware, intelligence, monitoring, network, regulation, risk, risk-management, software, strategy, switch, tool, update, vulnerabilityKey Takeaways from the CSA Understanding Data Security Risk Survey madhav Tue, 03/04/2025 – 04:32 As hybrid and multi-cloud environments become increasingly popular, identifying, prioritizing, and mitigating data security risks becomes increasingly complex. How can we tackle this complexity? By gaining insight into how organizations handle risk. That’s the goal of the latest Cloud Security…
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Manufacturers still poorly prepared for cyberattacks as IT/OT converge
Tags: attack, breach, ciso, control, cyber, cyberattack, cybersecurity, iot, ransomware, resilience, risk, security-incident, service, technology, threatAs IT and operations technology (OT) converge, manufacturers find themselves increasingly under cyberattack, with many organizations unprepared for the challenge.According to a recent study by Omdia, 80% of manufacturing companies experienced a significant increase in security incidents in the past year. However, only 45% have taken adequate precautions regarding their cybersecurity, while 13% are not prepared at…