Tag: finance
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6 key trends reshaping the IAM market
Tags: access, ai, attack, authentication, ciso, compliance, corporate, cyber, cybersecurity, data, dora, finance, framework, governance, government, Hardware, iam, identity, mfa, mobile, network, nis-2, passkey, password, PCI, phone, regulation, saas, service, startup, strategy, technologyPasswordless authentication on the rise: Passwords have long been the weakest link in most security architectures.Many mobile phones and laptops already use biometrics for authentication, and the user experience is typically far better than typing a long and complex password into an interface.The growing uptake of passwordless authentication (FIDO2/passkeys, biometrics) is redefining the scope of…
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6 key trends reshaping the IAM market
Tags: access, ai, attack, authentication, ciso, compliance, corporate, cyber, cybersecurity, data, dora, finance, framework, governance, government, Hardware, iam, identity, mfa, mobile, network, nis-2, passkey, password, PCI, phone, regulation, saas, service, startup, strategy, technologyPasswordless authentication on the rise: Passwords have long been the weakest link in most security architectures.Many mobile phones and laptops already use biometrics for authentication, and the user experience is typically far better than typing a long and complex password into an interface.The growing uptake of passwordless authentication (FIDO2/passkeys, biometrics) is redefining the scope of…
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Data breach at Dutch Ministry of Finance impacts staff following cyberattack
Dutch Ministry of Finance disclosed a data breach affecting some employees following a cyberattack, investigation is ongoing. The Dutch Ministry of Finance disclosed a cyberattack detected on March 19 after a third-party alert. Attackers breached some internal systems, the incident impacted a >>portion of the employees<<. Authorities are still investigating the incident and its full…
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Dutch Finance Ministry probing cyber breach affecting internal systems
The Dutch Ministry of Finance is investigating a cyberattack that compromised some of its internal systems, officials confirmed Monday. First seen on therecord.media Jump to article: therecord.media/netherlands-finance-ministry-cyberattack-breach
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How a Large Bank Uses AI Digital Twins for Threat Hunting
JPMorgan Chase uses digital fingerprints and digital twins to spot online attackers and malicious behaviors while also reducing pesky false alerts. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/threat-intelligence/untitled
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Dutch Ministry of Finance discloses breach affecting employees
The Dutch Ministry of Finance confirmed on Monday that some of its systems were breached in a cyberattack detected last week. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/dutch-ministry-of-finance-discloses-breach-affecting-employees/
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Google Forms Job Scam Spreads PureHVNC Malware
A newly observed malware campaign is leveraging trusted platforms like Google Forms to distribute the PureHVNC Remote Access Trojan (RAT), marking a shift in how attackers initiate infections. Rather than relying on traditional phishing emails or malicious websites, threat actors are using business-themed lures such as job interviews, project proposals, and financial documents to trick…
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OWASP Top 10 Risks for Agentic Applications: Must-Know Risks
The rapid evolution of AI has moved us beyond simple chatbots into the era of agentic applications, systems that can plan, reason, and act autonomously across multiple steps. From finance and healthcare to cybersecurity and DevOps, these agents are no longer passive assistants; they are decision-makers. But with autonomy comes a new class of risks….…
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High-Tech Sector Overtakes Finance as Top Target for Cyber-Attacks, Mandiant Reports
High tech was the most frequently targeted industry in Mandiant investigations in 2025, overtaking financial services which led in 2023 and 2024 First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/high-tech-top-target-cyberattacks/
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RSA Launches ID Plus Sovereign Deployment for Organizations That Can’t Afford Identity Downtime
RSA opened RSAC 2026 with a new deployment model for its ID Plus identity platform, aimed squarely at government agencies, financial services firms, and critical infrastructure operators that need identity security to work even when everything else fails. RSA ID Plus Sovereign Deployment is a >>deploy anywhere<< identity and access management solution that gives organizations..…
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TDL 018 – How To Think, Not What To Think – Mitch Prior
Tags: access, ai, apple, attack, backup, blockchain, business, cctv, china, ciso, cloud, computer, conference, control, credentials, cvss, cyber, cybersecurity, data, defense, detection, exploit, finance, firmware, google, infrastructure, intelligence, Internet, iot, jobs, law, mail, malware, military, network, phone, privacy, resilience, risk, router, software, strategy, switch, technology, threat, tool, vulnerability, wifi, zero-trustThe Human Algorithm in a Zero-Trust World In the latest episode of The Defender’s Log, host David Redekop sits down with cybersecurity expert Mitch Prior to discuss the intersection of high-tech security and human intuition. From their first meeting in 2018″, the early days of Zero Trust”, the duo explores why the “why” behind technical…
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Forescout Reports Strong Growth and Profitability in FY2025
Forescout Technologies reported strong financial results for fiscal year 2025, highlighting continued profitability, customer growth, and momentum in large enterprise deals as demand for cybersecurity solutions remains high. The San Jose-based company said it added more than 230 net new customers during the year and closed 58 deals valued at $1 million or more, a…
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Android Malware Campaign Targets Indian Users via Fake eChallan Alerts
A new Android malware campaign targeting Indian users has been reported by the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team, CERT-In. According to the agency, multiple reports indicate a coordinated effort by cybercriminals to steal sensitive financial and personal data through deceptive mobile applications and phishing techniques. First seen on thecyberexpress.com Jump to article: thecyberexpress.com/android-malware-campaign-rto-challan/
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Cybercriminals are Winning with AI
AI has become the most powerful tool for financial fraud since the dawn of the Internet. As predicted, criminals are exploiting it faster, more effectively, and at scale. According to the latest Interpol Global Financial Fraud Report, AI-enhanced fraud is now 4.5 times more profitable than traditional schemes. That’s a significant shift and we’re still…
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Why is proactive NHI lifecycle management important
Are Organizations Truly Harnessing Non-Human Identity Lifecycle Management? The digital frontier is expanding, yet many organizations are still grappling with securing machine identities or Non-Human Identities (NHIs). How crucial is proactive NHI lifecycle management in maintaining robust cybersecurity? Let’s delve into NHIs and uncover their strategic importance across various industries, from finance to healthcare and……
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Why is proactive NHI lifecycle management important
Are Organizations Truly Harnessing Non-Human Identity Lifecycle Management? The digital frontier is expanding, yet many organizations are still grappling with securing machine identities or Non-Human Identities (NHIs). How crucial is proactive NHI lifecycle management in maintaining robust cybersecurity? Let’s delve into NHIs and uncover their strategic importance across various industries, from finance to healthcare and……
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Why is proactive NHI lifecycle management important
Are Organizations Truly Harnessing Non-Human Identity Lifecycle Management? The digital frontier is expanding, yet many organizations are still grappling with securing machine identities or Non-Human Identities (NHIs). How crucial is proactive NHI lifecycle management in maintaining robust cybersecurity? Let’s delve into NHIs and uncover their strategic importance across various industries, from finance to healthcare and……
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Why is proactive NHI lifecycle management important
Are Organizations Truly Harnessing Non-Human Identity Lifecycle Management? The digital frontier is expanding, yet many organizations are still grappling with securing machine identities or Non-Human Identities (NHIs). How crucial is proactive NHI lifecycle management in maintaining robust cybersecurity? Let’s delve into NHIs and uncover their strategic importance across various industries, from finance to healthcare and……
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Beijing wants its own quantum-resistant encryption standards rather than adopt NIST’s
Tags: china, compliance, computer, control, cryptography, data, encryption, finance, gartner, international, nist, privacy, technology, threatSecurity, sovereignty, or both: China’s preference for domestic cryptographic standards is not new. It has previously developed its own classical encryption algorithms and mandated their use domestically, requiring foreign technology companies operating in China to support them alongside international standards, according to an analysis published by the Post-Quantum Cryptography Coalition.Sarkar said the motivations behind China’s…
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Financial Brands Targeted in Global Mobile Banking Malware Surge
Mobile banking malware targets over 1200 financial apps globally, shifting fraud to user devices First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/financial-brands-mobile-banking/
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New Perseus Android Banking Malware Monitors Notes Apps to Extract Sensitive Data
Cybersecurity researchers have disclosed a new Android malware family called Perseus that’s being actively distributed in the wild with an aim to conduct device takeover (DTO) and financial fraud.Perseus is built upon the foundations of Cerberus and Phoenix, at the same time evolving into a “more flexible and capable platform” for compromising Android devices through…
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The True Cost of Cyber Downtime: A UK Board-Level Briefing
Tags: attack, backup, business, cloud, communications, compliance, control, cyber, cyberattack, data, finance, GDPR, governance, healthcare, infrastructure, insurance, monitoring, resilience, saas, service, supply-chain, technologyWritten by Sean Tilley, Senior Sales Director EMEA at 11:11 Systems Cyber downtime carries measurable financial consequences, and those consequences are becoming clearer with each major incident. Research from 11:11 Systems shows that 78% of European organisations report losses of up to $500,000 per hour following a cyber-related outage, while 6% face costs exceeding £1 million per…
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New ‘Perseus’ Android malware checks user notes for secrets
A new Android malware called Perseus is checking user-curated notes to steal sensitive information, like passwords, recovery phrases, or financial data. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-perseus-android-malware-checks-user-notes-for-secrets/
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New ‘Perseus’ Android malware checks user notes for secrets
A new Android malware called Perseus is checking user-curated notes to steal sensitive information, like passwords, recovery phrases, or financial data. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-perseus-android-malware-checks-user-notes-for-secrets/
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FCA Updates Cyber Incident and Third-Party Reporting Rules
The UK’s financial regulator has issued new rules to make incident and third-party reporting clearer First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/fca-updates-incident-thirdparty/
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FCA Updates Cyber Incident and Third-Party Reporting Rules
The UK’s financial regulator has issued new rules to make incident and third-party reporting clearer First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/fca-updates-incident-thirdparty/
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Your MFA isn’t broken, it’s being bypassed, and your employees can’t tell the difference
Three failures that keep showing up: Through my research into adversary-in-the-middle attacks and reviewing industry incident reports, I have identified three consistent failures that make these attacks successful. 1. We trained our people for the wrong threat Most security awareness programs still teach the same things: Look for misspellings, check the sender address, hover over…
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Your MFA isn’t broken, it’s being bypassed, and your employees can’t tell the difference
Three failures that keep showing up: Through my research into adversary-in-the-middle attacks and reviewing industry incident reports, I have identified three consistent failures that make these attacks successful. 1. We trained our people for the wrong threat Most security awareness programs still teach the same things: Look for misspellings, check the sender address, hover over…
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Is your Secrets Management solution scalable
What is at the Heart of Effective Secrets Management for Scalable Solutions? The significance of secrets management in ensuring scalable solutions can’t be overstated. With an increasing reliance on machine identities, especially in cloud environments, the field of cybersecurity faces both challenges and opportunities. Professionals across sectors like financial services, healthcare, travel, and DevOps are……
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Rethinking AML for Real-Time Payments
Datos Insights’ Serpil Hall on Using Predictive AML Tools to Support Compliance. Instant payments are reshaping financial crime controls as speed and the irreversibility of transactions strain anti-money laundering compliance programs. While many assume real-time AML means faster processing, this approach can increase risk, said Serpil Hall, strategic advisor at Datos Insights. First seen on…