Tag: technology
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How are non-humans identities protected?
How Secure Are Your Machine Identities? Where technology drives growth and innovation, are we adequately securing the machine identities that power our digital? Non-human identities (NHIs), encompassing machine identities like APIs, service accounts, and IoT devices, play a pivotal role in modern cybersecurity architectures. Yet, their management often lags behind due to a disconnect between……
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Face-Swapping Tools Pose Elevated ‘Know Your Customer’ Risks
Easy-to-Use Deepfake Services for Criminals Rapidly Improving, Researchers Warn. Financial firms’ fraud and risk teams must bolster know-your-customer checks in the face of increasingly effective and affordable deepfake technology and services that can generate synthetic identities, convincing face-swaps and defeat live biometric checks to bypass defenses, warn researchers. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to article:…
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Sprocket Security Appoints Eric Sheridan as Chief Technology Officer
Tags: technologyMadison, United States, 20th January 2026, CyberNewsWire First seen on hackread.com Jump to article: hackread.com/sprocket-security-appoints-eric-sheridan-as-chief-technology-officer/
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Sprocket Security Appoints Eric Sheridan as Chief Technology Officer
Madison, United States, January 20th, 2026, CyberNewsWire Veteran cybersecurity leader brings decades of experience and patented innovation to advance the next generation of proactive security solutions. Sprocket Securitytoday announced the appointment of Eric Sheridan as Chief Technology Officer (CTO). In this role, Sheridan will lead the company’s technology vision and execution,acceleratinginnovation andadvancingSprocket Security’s mission to…
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Met claims success for permanent facial recognition in Croydon
Met Police boasts that its permanent deployment of live facial recognition cameras in Croydon has led to more than 100 arrests and prompted a double-digit reduction in local crime, ahead of an upcoming judicial review to assess the technology’s lawfulness First seen on computerweekly.com Jump to article: www.computerweekly.com/news/366637351/Met-claims-success-for-permanent-facial-recognition-in-Croydon
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Fraud Tops Ransomware in WEF’s 2026 Cybersecurity Outlook
Findings From WEF’s 2026 Report Show Shifting Cyber Priorities as AI Reshapes Risk. Cyber-enabled fraud has overtaken ransomware as the top cybersecurity concern for CEOs heading into 2026, according to the World Economic Forum’s Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2026, released ahead of the Davos meeting. AI is a top emerging technology affecting both cyber risk and…
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Fraud Tops Ransomware in WEF’s 2026 Cybersecurity Outlook
Findings From WEF’s 2026 Report Show Shifting Cyber Priorities as AI Reshapes Risk. Cyber-enabled fraud has overtaken ransomware as the top cybersecurity concern for CEOs heading into 2026, according to the World Economic Forum’s Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2026, released ahead of the Davos meeting. AI is a top emerging technology affecting both cyber risk and…
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Fraud Tops Ransomware in WEF’s 2026 Cybersecurity Outlook
Findings From WEF’s 2026 Report Show Shifting Cyber Priorities as AI Reshapes Risk. Cyber-enabled fraud has overtaken ransomware as the top cybersecurity concern for CEOs heading into 2026, according to the World Economic Forum’s Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2026, released ahead of the Davos meeting. AI is a top emerging technology affecting both cyber risk and…
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The LimaCharlie Manifesto: Security for an Autonomous Future
Tags: access, advisory, ai, api, automation, cloud, control, cybersecurity, data, infrastructure, LLM, technology, threat, toolCybersecurity is standing at an inflection point. The proliferation of agentic AI and LLMs does not signal a gradual shift, but a radical transformation. The security tools, assumptions, and architectures of the last twenty years can no longer keep pace with the challenges and threats of today. AI changed the rules. Attackers have quickly adapted. …
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Thales named Growth Index leader in Frost Radar: Data Security Platforms Report
Tags: access, ai, business, cloud, compliance, container, control, data, defense, detection, edr, encryption, endpoint, governance, identity, intelligence, LLM, monitoring, risk, saas, service, siem, soc, technology, toolThales named Growth Index leader in Frost Radar: Data Security Platforms Report madhav Tue, 01/20/2026 – 04:29 Data has always been the backbone of enterprise operations, but the rise of cloud, big data, and GenAI has multiplied its value and, with it, the motivation for attackers. In parallel, regulatory expectations are increasing and evolving. The…
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Secure web browsers for the enterprise compared: How to pick the right one
Tags: access, ai, android, api, attack, browser, business, chrome, cloud, computer, control, corporate, data, encryption, endpoint, fortinet, gartner, google, guide, identity, linux, login, malicious, malware, mfa, mobile, monitoring, network, okta, phishing, saas, service, siem, software, technology, threat, tool, training, vpn, windows, zero-trustEnable MFA at the beginning of any browser session by default.Handle isolation controls both with respect to the user’s session and to isolate any application from cross-infection. This means controlling the movement of data between the browser, your particular endpoint and the web application or applications involved.Control access to web destinations, either to allow or…
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Privacy teams feel the strain as AI, breaches, and budgets collide
Privacy programs are under strain as organizations manage breach risk, new technology, and limited resources. A global study from ISACA shows that AI is gaining ground in … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2026/01/20/isaca-privacy-program-pressures/
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Can AI independently manage secrets without human oversight
How Can Non-Human Identities Enhance Cloud Security? Can organizations truly secure their cloud environments without addressing the role of Non-Human Identities (NHIs)? With technology continues to advance, NHIs have become a crucial component, particularly in managing secrets and enhancing security postures across various sectors. Understanding Non-Human Identities in Cybersecurity At the core of NHIs are……
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Ransomware attack on Ingram Micro impacts 42,000 individuals
Tags: apple, attack, cisco, cybersecurity, data, data-breach, jobs, microsoft, ransomware, service, supply-chain, technologyIngram Micro says a ransomware attack exposed personal data of about 42,000 people, including names, birth dates, SSNs, and job-related details. Ingram Micro is a global technology distributor and supply-chain services company. It acts as a middleman between IT vendors (like Microsoft, Cisco, HP, Apple, and cybersecurity firms) and businesses, resellers, and service providers, helping…
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Ingram Micro says ransomware attack affected 42,000 people
Information technology giant Ingram Micro has revealed that a ransomware attack on its systems in July 2025 led to a data breach affecting over 42,000 individuals. First seen on bleepingcomputer.com Jump to article: www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/ingram-micro-says-ransomware-attack-affected-42-000-people/
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The culture you can’t see is running your security operations
Tags: apache, breach, business, compliance, control, credentials, cyber, data, email, exploit, finance, firewall, flaw, identity, intelligence, jobs, network, north-korea, phishing, risk, technology, threat, tool, training, update, vulnerabilityNon-observable culture: The hidden drivers: Now we get interesting.Non-observable culture is everything happening inside people’s heads. Their beliefs about cyber risk. Their attitudes toward security. Their values and priorities when security conflicts with convenience or speed.This is where the real decisions get made.You can’t see someone’s belief that “we’re too small to be targeted” or…
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From arts degree to cybersecurity: Rona Michele Spiegel brings fresh perspective to cyber leadership
Tags: ai, awareness, business, cisco, ciso, cloud, compliance, computer, cyber, cybersecurity, data, governance, group, hacking, Hardware, intelligence, jobs, network, office, penetration-testing, privacy, psychology, risk, risk-management, skills, software, startup, strategy, supply-chain, technology, tool, vulnerabilityRona Michele Spiegel’s journey to cybersecurity might seem unconventional to some: She studied the arts. But as someone who grew up when computers first appeared and everyone wanted to experiment with them, she did a lot of multimedia work. She was always interested in technology and discussed with art colleagues about where the world was…
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7 top cybersecurity projects for 2026
Tags: access, ai, api, attack, authentication, business, cisco, ciso, cloud, communications, compliance, control, credentials, cybersecurity, data, defense, detection, email, framework, governance, infrastructure, LLM, mail, phishing, programming, resilience, risk, software, strategy, technology, threat, tool, vulnerability, zero-trust2. Strengthening email security: Phishing continues to be a primary attack vector for stealing credentials and defrauding victims, says Mary Ann Blair, CISO at Carnegie Mellon University. She warns that threat actors are now generating increasingly sophisticated phishing attacks, effectively evading mail providers’ detection capabilities. “Legacy multifactor authentication techniques are now regularly defeated, and threat…
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7 top cybersecurity projects for 2026
Tags: access, ai, api, attack, authentication, business, cisco, ciso, cloud, communications, compliance, control, credentials, cybersecurity, data, defense, detection, email, framework, governance, infrastructure, LLM, mail, phishing, programming, resilience, risk, software, strategy, technology, threat, tool, vulnerability, zero-trust2. Strengthening email security: Phishing continues to be a primary attack vector for stealing credentials and defrauding victims, says Mary Ann Blair, CISO at Carnegie Mellon University. She warns that threat actors are now generating increasingly sophisticated phishing attacks, effectively evading mail providers’ detection capabilities. “Legacy multifactor authentication techniques are now regularly defeated, and threat…
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Review: AI Strategy and Security
AI Strategy and Security is a guide for organizations planning enterprise AI programs. The book targets technology leaders, security professionals, and executives responsible … First seen on helpnetsecurity.com Jump to article: www.helpnetsecurity.com/2026/01/19/review-ai-strategy-and-security/
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Southeast Asia CISOs Top 13 Predictions for 2026: Securing AI, Centering Identity, and Making Resilience Strategic
Innovation and technology, Hand of robot touching a padlock of security on network connection of business, Data exchange, Financial and banking, AI, Cyber crime and internet security. iStock/ipopba First seen on csoonline.com Jump to article: www.csoonline.com/article/4117844/southeast-asia-cisos-13-top-predictions-for-2026-securing-ai-centering-identity-and-making-resilience-strategic.html
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CISA, Allies Sound Alarm on OT Network Exposure
Joint US, UK and Five Eyes Guidance Flags OT Exposure as National Risk. U.S. and allied cyber agencies issued new guidance warning that insecure operational technology connectivity – driven by remote access, third-party vendors and IT integration – remains a major threat vector, enabling cyber intrusions to escalate into physical disruptions. First seen on govinfosecurity.com…
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CISA Issues New AI Security Guidance for Critical Infrastructure
CISA and international partners issued new guidance on securing AI in operational technology, warning of OT risks and urging stronger governance and safeguards. The post CISA Issues New AI Security Guidance for Critical Infrastructure appeared first on TechRepublic. First seen on techrepublic.com Jump to article: www.techrepublic.com/article/news-cisa-ai-security-guidance-2026/
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Are NHIs scalable for growing tech ecosystems
How Does Non-Human Identity Management Enhance Scalability in Tech Ecosystems? Is your organization struggling to keep pace with the scalability demands of emerging tech? With technology grow and evolve, the role of Non-Human Identities (NHIs) in ensuring seamless operations becomes increasingly significant. NHIs represent machine identities that are pivotal in cybersecurity, serving as the linchpin……
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Incorporating Geopolitical Risk Into Your IT Strategy
Scenario Planning Must Model Disruption, Strengthen Cyber Basics, Build Redundancy. IT organizations know how to plan for outages, but even the most rigorously designed strategy is vulnerable to the shifting winds of geopolitics. CIOs and technology leaders need to know how their organizations will respond to geopolitical disruptions, and scenario planning needs to be a…
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Seraphic Acquisition Arms CrowdStrike for AI Browser Threats
$420M Deal Enables Web Detection and Response, Secures AI-Driven Browser Activity. CrowdStrike is bolstering its Falcon platform with browser-native web detection and response by acquiring Seraphic for $420 million. The technology helps protect AI workflows by securing any browser against data leakage, session hijacking and other web-based threats. First seen on govinfosecurity.com Jump to article:…
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Beyond Testing: API Security as the Foundational Intelligence for an ‘industry leader’-Level Security Strategy
Tags: ai, api, application-security, attack, business, ciso, communications, container, data, detection, gartner, governance, intelligence, risk, service, strategy, technology, tool, vulnerabilityIn today’s security landscape, it’s easy to get lost in a sea of acronyms. But one layer has become the undisputed foundation for modern application security: API security. Why? Because APIs are no longer just part of the application, they are the application. They are the connective tissue for microservices, third-party data, and the explosive…
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CrowdStrike to Buy Seraphic Security in Bid to Boost Browser Security
The browser protection and detection technology will be integrated into CrowdStrike’s Falcon platform to protect endpoints, browser sessions, and cloud applications. First seen on darkreading.com Jump to article: www.darkreading.com/remote-workforce/crowdstrike-buy-seraphic-security-boost-browser-security