Tag: risk
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Storm-0501 debuts a brutal hybrid ransomware attack chain
Tags: access, attack, backup, breach, ciso, cloud, data, exploit, least-privilege, microsoft, ransom, ransomware, risk, threat, vulnerabilityA holistic approach to put organizations under pressure: Microsoft’s DiGrippo emphasizes that the unique aspect of this new method is that it leverages hybrid environments that have both on-prem and cloud assets. “They put you in a situation where you’re under a significant amount of pressure because they’ve escalated privileges for themselves on both your…
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Storm-0501 debuts a brutal hybrid ransomware attack chain
Tags: access, attack, backup, breach, ciso, cloud, data, exploit, least-privilege, microsoft, ransom, ransomware, risk, threat, vulnerabilityA holistic approach to put organizations under pressure: Microsoft’s DiGrippo emphasizes that the unique aspect of this new method is that it leverages hybrid environments that have both on-prem and cloud assets. “They put you in a situation where you’re under a significant amount of pressure because they’ve escalated privileges for themselves on both your…
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Fachkräftemangel bedroht Cybersicherheit
Um die Cybersicherheit in Unternehmen zu stärken, fehlt es derzeit nach wie vor an Fachkräften. Ein aktueller Bericht von Accenture besagt, dass lediglich jedes dritte Unternehmen (34 Prozent) über eine ausgereifte Cyberstrategie verfügt. Noch weniger nur 13 Prozent besitzen demnach die fortschrittlichen Cyberfähigkeiten, um KI-gesteuerte Bedrohungen abzuwehren. ‘Die überwiegende Mehrheit bleibt ungeschützt, unvorbereitet und läuft…
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Fertigungsbranche zunehmend Ziel von Cyber-Spionage Kleine Unternehmen besonders gefährdet
Auch die Lieferkette selbst wird immer mehr zum Risiko: Angriffe auf spezialisierte Softwareanbieter oder Maschinenhersteller können sich schnell auf zahlreiche Kunden auswirken und potenziell katastrophale Folgen für Produktion, Qualitätssicherung und Logistik nach sich ziehen. First seen on infopoint-security.de Jump to article: www.infopoint-security.de/fertigungsbranche-zunehmend-ziel-von-cyber-spionage-kleine-unternehmen-besonders-gefaehrdet/a41808/
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KnowBe4 zeigt Sicherheitsrisiken bei Microsoft 365 auf
Gerade weil Funktionen wie Regeln, Formulare und Konnektoren so unscheinbar wirken, sind sie für Angreifer attraktiv. Wer hier wachsam ist, regelmäßig kontrolliert und Mitarbeitende sensibilisiert, kann das Risiko einer unbemerkten Kontoübernahme in Microsoft 365 deutlich verringern. First seen on infopoint-security.de Jump to article: www.infopoint-security.de/knowbe4-zeigt-sicherheitsrisiken-bei-microsoft-365-auf/a41806/
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Ransomware activity levelled off in July, says NCC
Ransomware levels held steady in the month of July, although the risk remained as persistent as ever First seen on computerweekly.com Jump to article: www.computerweekly.com/news/366629998/Ransomware-activity-levelled-off-in-July-says-NCC
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Ransomware activity levelled off in July, says NCC
Ransomware levels held steady in the month of July, although the risk remained as persistent as ever First seen on computerweekly.com Jump to article: www.computerweekly.com/news/366629998/Ransomware-activity-levelled-off-in-July-says-NCC
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5 ways to improve cybersecurity function while spending less
Tags: advisory, ai, authentication, ceo, ciso, control, cyber, cybersecurity, firewall, governance, incident response, mfa, microsoft, middle-east, risk, scam, service, siem, skills, soc, technology, threat, tool, training, windows2. Focus on people and processes: “Teamwork and influential leadership are pivotal in Orange County. We work side-by-side as extensions across our departments. We can’t all do everything, and we don’t want to reinvent the wheel. We shoulder the burden together, revisit existing initiatives, and reduce that tech debt,” Cheramie explains. “That’s how you do…
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How compliance teams can turn AI risk into opportunity
AI is moving faster than regulation, and that creates opportunities and risks for compliance teams. While governments work on new rules, businesses cannot sit back and wait. … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/08/27/matt-hillary-drata-ai-regulatory-compliance/
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Versteckte Risiken Mitarbeiter als Cybersicherheitsrisiko
Cyberangriffe werden immer raffinierter, insbesondere durch neue Technologien und die Notwendigkeit ständig verbunden zu sein. Daher ist es für Unternehmen entscheidend, ihre Mitarbeiter so zu schulen, dass sie diese komplexen Angriffe effektiv erkennen und darauf reagieren können. Amit Kapoor, Vizepräsident und Head of Continental Europe bei Tata Communications, spricht darüber, wie Mitarbeiter sowohl Schwachstelle als…
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Citrix NetScaler ADC and Gateway Hit by Ongoing Attacks Exploiting 0-Day RCE
Cloud Software Group has issued an emergency security bulletin warning of active exploitation targeting three critical vulnerabilities in NetScaler ADC and NetScaler Gateway products. The vulnerabilities, tracked asCVE-2025-7775,CVE-2025-7776, andCVE-2025-8424, present severe security risks including remote code execution and denial of service capabilities. Active Exploitation Confirmed The most severe vulnerability,CVE-2025-7775, carries aCVSS v4.0 score of 9.2and has been…
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UNC6395 and the Salesloft Drift Attack: Why Salesforce OAuth Integrations are a Growing Risk
A recent UNC6395 Salesloft Drift breach reveals Salesforce SaaS risks. Learn how to simplify breach detection, prevention, and visibility. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/08/unc6395-and-the-salesloft-drift-attack-why-salesforce-oauth-integrations-are-a-growing-risk/
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TDL003 – Breaking Barriers: IPv6 Adoption and DNS Transformation with Tommy Jensen
Tags: access, ai, apple, attack, backup, banking, browser, business, ceo, chrome, ciso, compliance, computer, computing, control, country, credentials, cybersecurity, data, data-breach, ddos, dns, encryption, endpoint, google, government, group, international, Internet, jobs, law, microsoft, mobile, network, phishing, phone, privacy, programming, radius, risk, service, smishing, strategy, switch, technology, threat, update, vpn, windows, zero-trustSummary This episode of the Defender’s Log features special guest Tommy Jensen, an internet technologist specializing in IPv6, Zero Trust, and standards. Jensen’s career path, from an AppleCare contractor to a key figure in advancing internet technologies, is explored. The discussion highlights the critical importance and challenges of migrating to IPv6 and the necessity of…
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Microsoft’s New AI Risk Assessment Framework A Step Forward
Microsoft recently introduced a new framework designed to assess the security of AI models. It’s always encouraging to see developers weaving cybersecurity considerations into the design and deployment of emerging, disruptive technologies. Stronger security reduces the potential for harmful outcomes”Š”, “Šand that’s a win for everyone. It is wonderful to see that Microsoft leveraged its…
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Zero Trust Microsegmentation with ColorTokens’ Progressive Segmentation for IT and OT Convergence in Industry 4.0
The convergence of Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) in Industry 4.0 (allows for smart manufacturing and the creation of intelligent factories) environments, such as manufacturing, energy, and critical infrastructure, drives efficiency but introduces significant cybersecurity risks. These risks pose a threat to operations, sensitive systems, and regulatory compliance. ColorTokens Xshield Enterprise Microsegmentation Platform,……
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DOGE uploaded live copy of Social Security database to ‘vulnerable’ cloud server, says whistleblower
The Social Security Administration’s chief data officer has publicly blown the whistle, alleging DOGE put hundreds of millions of Social Security records at risk of compromise. First seen on techcrunch.com Jump to article: techcrunch.com/2025/08/26/doge-uploaded-live-copy-of-social-security-database-to-vulnerable-cloud-server-says-whistleblower/
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Custom Controls: Beyond NIST SP 800-53
Extend Q-Compliance’s capabilities beyond its out-of-the box offerings! Custom Controls allow organizations meet compliance objectives with unique requirements, procedures and risk profiles. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/08/custom-controls-beyond-nist-sp-800-53/
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Sicherheitsrisiken bei Microsoft-365 Manipulation von E-Mail-Regeln, Formularen und Konnektoren
Viele IT- und Sicherheitsverantwortliche denken beim Thema E-Mail-Sicherheit vor allem an Phishing und ähnliche Gefahren in Verbindung mit dem Diebstahl von Zugangsdaten durch Cyberkriminelle. Aber zunehmend rücken auch bislang weniger beachtete Funktionen von E-Mail-Software wie Outlook in den Fokus der Diskussion: E-Mail-Regeln, Formulare und Mailfluss-Konnektoren können manipuliert werden und bergen ein ernstzunehmendes Risiko für Unternehmen,…
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Google Introduces Enhanced Developer Verification for Play Store App Distribution
Google has announced that all Android apps installed on approved devices will soon need to be able to be traced back to a verified developer identity in an effort to combat the growing wave of financial fraud operations and mobile viruses. The policy, scheduled to roll out in select high-risk regions in 2025 before global…
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CISOs grow more concerned about risk of material cyberattack
A report by Proofpoint shows growing anxiety among security leaders about their companies’ cyber readiness. First seen on cybersecuritydive.com Jump to article: www.cybersecuritydive.com/news/cisos-concerned-risk-cyberattack/758619/
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NIS2 und der Mittelstand: Zwischen Pflicht und Praxis
Tags: ai, ceo, compliance, cybersecurity, cyersecurity, dora, fortinet, germany, governance, healthcare, international, network, nis-2, resilience, risk, risk-analysis, risk-management, service, software, strategy, supply-chain, zero-trustNeue EU-Vorgaben wie DORA und NIS2 setzen Unternehmen unter Zugzwang bieten aber gleichzeitig die Chance, IT-Sicherheit strategisch neu zu denken.Wem das noch nicht Grund genug ist, sich mit der Resilienz und IT-Sicherheit des eigenen Unternehmens zu befassen, hat aus Richtung der Europäischen Union in den letzten Monaten noch einmal etwas Zusatzmotivation erhalten. Während von dem…
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NIS2 und der Mittelstand: Zwischen Pflicht und Praxis
Tags: ai, ceo, compliance, cybersecurity, cyersecurity, dora, fortinet, germany, governance, healthcare, international, network, nis-2, resilience, risk, risk-analysis, risk-management, service, software, strategy, supply-chain, zero-trustNeue EU-Vorgaben wie DORA und NIS2 setzen Unternehmen unter Zugzwang bieten aber gleichzeitig die Chance, IT-Sicherheit strategisch neu zu denken.Wem das noch nicht Grund genug ist, sich mit der Resilienz und IT-Sicherheit des eigenen Unternehmens zu befassen, hat aus Richtung der Europäischen Union in den letzten Monaten noch einmal etwas Zusatzmotivation erhalten. Während von dem…
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The Hidden Risk of Consumer Devices in the Hybrid Workforce
Until businesses begin to account for uncontrolled variables in their threat models, attackers will continue to exploit the weakest link in the chain. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/cyberattacks-data-breaches/hidden-risk-consumer-devices-hybrid-workforce
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Data Blindness is the Silent Threat Undermining AI, Security and Operational Resilience
Data blindness is emerging as one of the biggest business risks of the AI era, without visibility, organizations can’t trust their data. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/08/data-blindness-is-the-silent-threat-undermining-ai-security-and-operational-resilience/
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Databricks übernimmt KI-Spezialisten Tecton
Databricks gibt bekannt, dass sich Tecton, der führende Echtzeit-Feature-Store, dem Unternehmen anschließen wird. Tecton hilft Firmen dabei, ihre geschäftskritischen Daten für KI-Agenten in zahlreichen Anwendungsfällen, wie Betrugserkennung, Risiko-Bewertung und Personalisierung, zu nutzen. Durch die Aufbereitung, Kuratierung und Bereitstellung wichtiger KI-Kontexte, die für den Aufbau maßgeschneiderter und personalisierter Agentensysteme erforderlich sind, erleichtert Tecton die Einführung von KI-Agenten…
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Users of WhatsApp Desktop on Windows Face Code Execution Risk Via Python
A critical security risk has emerged for Windows users of WhatsApp Desktop who also have Python installed. Attackers can exploit a flaw in how WhatsApp Desktop handles .pyz (Python archive) files, delivering arbitrary code execution on the victim’s machine with a single click. Researchers have discovered that a maliciously crafted .pyz file”, normally used to bundle Python applications”, can…
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The Enterprise Risk of OAuth Device Flow Vulnerabilities And How SSOJet Solves It
SSOJet delivers far more than “just SSO”: we give your team the visibility, control, and security intelligence needed to defeat device flow phishing and build a future-proof identity management framework. First seen on securityboulevard.com Jump to article: securityboulevard.com/2025/08/the-enterprise-risk-of-oauth-device-flow-vulnerabilities-and-how-ssojet-solves-it/