Tag: guide
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9 things CISOs need know about the dark web
Tags: 2fa, access, ai, attack, automation, backup, blockchain, botnet, breach, captcha, ceo, ciso, communications, corporate, credentials, crypto, cyber, cybercrime, cybersecurity, dark-web, data, data-breach, ddos, deep-fake, defense, detection, dns, exploit, extortion, finance, fraud, group, guide, hacking, identity, incident, incident response, infrastructure, intelligence, international, jobs, law, leak, lockbit, malicious, malware, marketplace, mfa, monitoring, network, open-source, phishing, privacy, ransomware, resilience, risk, russia, saas, scam, service, strategy, tactics, technology, threat, tool, training, vpn, vulnerability, zero-dayNew groups form after major marketplaces are disrupted: International takedown efforts damage infrastructure and curb cybercrime operations by disrupting larger operations, removing major players from the ecosystem and scattering user bases.However, the dark web is highly adaptive and sophisticated actors often maintain contingency plans, including mirrors, backups, and alternative forums, according to Edward Currie, associate…
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Echo Chamber, Prompts Used to Jailbreak GPT-5 in 24 Hours
Researchers paired the jailbreaking technique with storytelling in an attack flow that used no inappropriate language to guide the LLM into producing directions for making a Molotov cocktail. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/cyberattacks-data-breaches/echo-chamber-prompts-jailbreak-gpt-5-24-hours
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Review: From Day Zero to Zero Day
From Day Zero to Zero Day is a practical guide for cybersecurity pros who want to move beyond reading about vulnerabilities and start finding them. It gives a methodical look … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/08/11/review-from-day-zero-to-zero-day/
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SECURITY AFFAIRS MALWARE NEWSLETTER ROUND 57
Security Affairs Malware newsletter includes a collection of the best articles and research on malware in the international landscape Malware Newsletter Arctic Wolf Observes July 2025 Uptick in Akira Ransomware Activity Targeting SonicWall SSL VPN The State of Ransomware Q2 2025 Malware 101: a comprehensive guide Behind Random Words: DoubleTrouble Mobile Banking Trojan Revealed […]…
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Former New York Times Cyber Reporter Issues Chilling Warning at Black Hat
At Black Hat 2025, a former New York Times reporter warned that AI-driven cyber threats are accelerating and that only courage can guide the response. First seen on techrepublic.com Jump to article: www.techrepublic.com/article/new-york-times-reporter-warning-black-hat-2025/
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What is a CISO? The top IT security leader role explained
Tags: access, authentication, breach, business, ceo, cio, cisa, ciso, compliance, computer, container, control, corporate, credentials, cyber, cybersecurity, data, ddos, defense, dns, encryption, exploit, finance, firewall, framework, fraud, guide, Hardware, healthcare, infosec, infrastructure, intelligence, international, jobs, kubernetes, mitigation, msp, mssp, network, nist, programming, RedTeam, regulation, risk, risk-management, security-incident, service, skills, software, strategy, technology, threat, training, vpn, zero-day, zero-trust. You’ll often hear people say the difference between the two is that CISOs focus entirely on information security issues, while a CSOs remit is wider, also taking in physical security as well as risk management.But reality is messier. Many companies, especially smaller ones, have only one C-level security officer, called a CSO, with IT…
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Former New York Times Cyber Reporter Issues Chilling Warning at Black Hat
At Black Hat 2025, a former New York Times reporter warned that AI-driven cyber threats are accelerating and that only courage can guide the response. First seen on esecurityplanet.com Jump to article: www.esecurityplanet.com/news/new-york-times-reporter-warning-black-hat-2025/
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BSidesSF 2025: Is Vulnerability Management Dead? A Security Architect’s Survival Guide
Creator/Author/Presenter: Snir Ben Shimol Our deep appreciation to Security BSides – San Francisco and the Creators/Authors/Presenters for publishing their BSidesSF 2025 video content on YouTube. Originating from the conference’s events held at the lauded CityView / AMC Metreon – certainly a venue like no other; and via the organization’s YouTube channel. Additionally, the organization is…
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NIST Risk Assessment Template: A Step-by-Step Guide to Effective Risk Management
Key Takeaways The Disconnect Between Cyber Risk and Business Strategy If you’re wondering why risk assessments often feel disconnected from business strategy, you’re not alone. ISACA and PwC have both found that even in well-resourced organizations, critical gaps remain: This lack of operational clarity stems often from the absence of a structured, repeatable approach to……
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Manthe-Middle Attack Prevention Guide
Some of the most devastating cyberattacks don’t rely on brute force, but instead succeed through stealth. These quiet intrusions often go unnoticed until long after the attacker has disappeared. Among the most insidious are man-in-the-middle (MITM) attacks, where criminals exploit weaknesses in communication protocols to silently position themselves between two unsuspecting parties First seen on…
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Malwarebytes vs Norton (2025): Which Antivirus Solution Is Better?
Read this guide to find out which one is better in terms of features, performance, and protection against malware. First seen on techrepublic.com Jump to article: www.techrepublic.com/article/malwarebytes-vs-norton/
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OT Security: Guide For Critical Infrastructure
Operational Technology (OT) security encompasses a set of practices and procedures aimed at protecting cyber-physical systems and industrial control systems (ICS) from cyber threats and exploitation. ICS are essential OT components widely used across industries to automate and manage production processes. As critical infrastructure increasingly adopts digital technologies to boost efficiency and innovation, it also……
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Europe’s General-Purpose AI Rulebook: What’s Covered Which Tech Giants Will Sign It
The EU’s General-Purpose AI Code of Practice is intended to guide AI developers in complying with the EU AI Act. First seen on techrepublic.com Jump to article: www.techrepublic.com/article/news-eu-ai-code/
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The 7 Best Encryption Software Choices in 2025
This is a comprehensive list of the best encryption software and tools, covering their features, pricing and more. Use this guide to determine your best fit. First seen on techrepublic.com Jump to article: www.techrepublic.com/article/encryption-software/
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How bright are AI agents? Not very, recent reports suggest
CSOs should ‘skip the fluff’: Meghu’s advice to CSOs: Stop reading the marketing and betting too much of your business on AI/LLM technology as it exists today. Start small and always have a human operator to guide it.”If you skip the fluff and get to the practical application, we have a new technology that could…
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External Attack Surface Management: The Complete Guide
With cloud services, remote work, and digital transformation accelerating the expansion of attack surfaces, relying on traditional security tools alone is no longer enough. External attack surface management (EASM) gives… First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/07/external-attack-surface-management-the-complete-guide/
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How to Run a Firewall Test: A Guide for Enterprises
Cyber threats evolve quickly, and firewalls are often the first line of defense. However, having one in place isn’t the same as having one that works the way you expect…. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/07/how-to-run-a-firewall-test-a-guide-for-enterprises/
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Symmetric Cryptography in Practice: A Developer’s Guide to Key Management
Symmetric cryptography powers everything from HTTPS to JWT tokens, but key management remains a significant challenge. This developer guide covers three critical use cases”, session keys, self-use keys, and pre-shared keys”, with practical strategies for secure generation, rotation, and storage. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/07/symmetric-cryptography-in-practice-a-developers-guide-to-key-management/
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FunkSec Ransomware Victims Can Now Recover Files with Free Decryptor
Avast researchers shared a step-by-step guide to decrypt files for victims of FunkSec ransomware First seen on infosecurity-magazine.com Jump to article: www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/funksec-ransomware-decryptor/
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Intent Over Tactics: A CISO’s Guide to Protecting Your Crown Jewels
A practical guide to protecting your most critical assets when budget, head-count, and political capital are tight. First seen on tldrsec.com Jump to article: tldrsec.com/p/intent-over-tactics-crown-jewels
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Beyond Passwords: A Guide to Advanced Enterprise Security Protection
Credentials, not firewalls, are now the front line of enterprise security. Attackers are bypassing traditional defenses using stolen passwords, infostealer malware, and MFA … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/07/29/enzoic-beyond-passwords-a-guide-to-advanced-enterprise-security-protection/
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Why React Didn’t Kill XSS: The New JavaScript Injection Playbook
React conquered XSS? Think again. That’s the reality facing JavaScript developers in 2025, where attackers have quietly evolved their injection techniques to exploit everything from prototype pollution to AI-generated code, bypassing the very frameworks designed to keep applications secure.Full 47-page guide with framework-specific defenses (PDF, free).JavaScript conquered the web, but with First seen on thehackernews.com…
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ENISA Turns to Experts to Steer EU Cyber Regulations
Newly Appointed Advisory Group to Support NIS2 and CRA Implementation Across Europe. Beginning Aug. 1, European Union Agency for Cybersecurity, ENISA, will launch a new Advisory Group composed of 26 independent experts to help guide the EU’s cybersecurity strategy through 2027. Their work will support the rollout of the NIS2 Directive and the Cyber Resilience…