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Essential Tools for Building Successful Security Analytics

Data Breach Today

OCTOBER 16, 2024

By collecting, analyzing, and leveraging data from security events, security analytics empowers teams to proactively detect anomalies and pinpoint vulnerabilities to mitigate targeted attacks, insider threats, and advanced persistent threats (APTs).

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Why Endpoint Security Tools Are Still Such a Challenge

Data Breach Today

MARCH 25, 2024

LinkedIn Chief Security Architect Calls for More Integration of Devices, Identities Despite advances in endpoint security, Sergei Rousakov, chief security architect at LinkedIn, said the landscape remains complex.

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Researchers Debut AI Tool That Helps Detect Zero-Days

Data Breach Today

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Vulnerability Tool Detected Flaws in OpenAI and Nvidia APIs Used in GitHub Projects Security researchers have developed an AI tool that can detect remote code flaws and arbitrary zero-day code in software.

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CISA Confirms Cyberattack on Critical Chemical Security Tool

Data Breach Today

JUNE 24, 2024

US Cyber Defense Agency Says Major Cyberattack Result of Vulnerable Ivanti Products The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency confirmed Monday that hackers attacked one of its critical tools housing private sector chemical security plans earlier this year after gaining access by exploiting vulnerabilities found in Ivanti products used by (..)

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Monetizing Analytics Features: Why Data Visualizations Will Never Be Enough

Think your customers will pay more for data visualizations in your application? Five years ago they may have. But today, dashboards and visualizations have become table stakes. Discover which features will differentiate your application and maximize the ROI of your embedded analytics. Brought to you by Logi Analytics.

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Zscaler Data Security Platform Takes on Symantec, CASB Tools

Data Breach Today

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

CEO Jay Chaudhry: In-Line Inspection, App-to-App Protection Aid Data Defense Growth Zscaler's ability to inspect traffic in-line and secure application-to-application communications has driven massive growth in its data protection business, CEO Jay Chaudhry said.

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Microsoft Releases New-Open Source Tool for OT Security

Data Breach Today

APRIL 26, 2024

ICSpector Is Now on GitHub, Scans PLCs, Extracts Info and Detects Malicious Code Microsoft has released a new open-source security tool to close gaps in threat analysis for industrial control systems and help address increased nation-state attacks on critical infrastructure.

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Embargo Ransomware Disables Security Defenses

Data Breach Today

OCTOBER 23, 2024

New Ransomware Group Deploys Rust-Based Tools in Attacks A recently constituted and apparently well-resourced ransomware player is developing and testing tools to disable security defenses, including a method that exploits a vulnerability in drivers.

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CISA: AI Tools Give Feds 'Negligible' Security Improvements

Data Breach Today

JULY 31, 2024

Federal AI Security Tools Require Substantial Training, Offer Minimal Improvements The U.S.

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How to Package and Price Embedded Analytics

Just by embedding analytics, application owners can charge 24% more for their product. How much value could you add? This framework explains how application enhancements can extend your product offerings. Brought to you by Logi Analytics.

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Remote Access Tool Sprawl Increases OT Risks

Data Breach Today

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Over-Deployment of Tools Raises Security and Operational Concerns Excessive deployment of remote access tools in operational technology environments expands attack surfaces and creates operational challenges, warn security researchers from Claroty.

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News alert: Security Risk Advisors offers free workshop to help select optimal OT security tools

The Last Watchdog

MAY 8, 2024

May 8, 2024, CyberNewsWire — Security Risk Advisors (SRA) announces the launch of their OT/XIoT Detection Selection Workshop, a complimentary offering designed to assist organizations in selecting the most suitable operational technology (OT) and Extended Internet of Things (XIoT) security tools for their unique environments.

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CISA Launches Logging Tool For Resource-Poor Organizations

Data Breach Today

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency launched a security tool intended to help organizations with limited resources better protect their Windows-based devices and sensitive data. Logging Made Easy is meant to serve as a turnkey log management tool.

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How Advances in Cloud Security Help Future-Proof Resilience

Data Breach Today

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Embracing Zero Trust and AI in Cloud Security Zero trust, artificial-intelligence-driven security and automation tools are reshaping how organizations maintain uptime, even during a cyberattack. These advances underscore how the future of enterprise resilience is increasingly tied to advancements in cloud security.

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5 Early Indicators Your Embedded Analytics Will Fail

Many application teams leave embedded analytics to languish until something—an unhappy customer, plummeting revenue, a spike in customer churn—demands change. But by then, it may be too late. In this White Paper, Logi Analytics has identified 5 tell-tale signs your project is moving from “nice to have” to “needed yesterday.".

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Network Security Architecture: Best Practices & Tools

eSecurity Planet

APRIL 26, 2024

Network security architecture is a strategy that provides formal processes to design robust and secure networks. Effective implementation improves data throughput, system reliability, and overall security for any organization. Network Elements Networks connect physical and virtual assets and control the data flow between them.

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Security Tool Consolidation: How to Plan, What to Avoid

Data Breach Today

JULY 6, 2023

Dionisio Zumerle of Gartner on Impact of XDR and SASE, Consolidation Misconceptions A growing number of security teams are looking to consolidate tools to simplify operations, said Gartner analyst Dionisio Zumerle.

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New Bolster CEO Discusses AI-Driven Fraud and Data Security

Data Breach Today

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

CEO Rod Schultz Aims to Bridge External, Internal Data Challenges, Eyes CISO Bonds New Bolster CEO Rod Schultz shares his priorities in combating AI-based fraud, underscoring the potential of internal data security solutions.

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Ransomware Actors Exploit Critical Bug, Target DevOps Tool

Data Breach Today

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Multiple Organizations Victimized Over the Weekend Ransomware hackers are using a critical flaw in a DevOps tool days developer JetBrains issued a critical security update to patch its TeamCity build management and continuous integration server.

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Microsoft + Jamf introduce new AI tool: Copilot for Security

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MAY 6, 2024

Learn what Microsoft Copilot for Security is, how you can leverage Jamf management and security, and what it means when tools and expertise combine to make your devices much more secure.

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Top Security Configuration Management Tools: Features & Comparisons

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Configuration management tools are key to delivering the DevOps promise of shortened development windows and a pipeline of continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD). Benefits of Configuration Management Tools <BODY>Why use configuration management tools? Triaging system-wide action items and remediation.

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Fighting AI-Fueled Attacks With AI-Based Cyber Tools

Data Breach Today

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Healthcare CISOs must recognize the real and imminent threat of AI-fueled cyberattacks and take proactive steps, including the deployment of AI-based security tools, to protect patient data and critical healthcare services, said Troy Hawes, managing director at consulting firm Moss Adams.

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Top API Security Tools 2023

eSecurity Planet

JULY 19, 2023

API security tools help protect the integrity of APIs and keep them safe from common attack vectors like local file inclusion (LFI), cross-site scripting ( XSS ) and SQL injection (SQLi). We analyzed the API security market to arrive at this list of the top API security tools, followed some considerations for potential buyers.

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Fraudsters Flooding Collaboration Tools With Malware

Data Breach Today

APRIL 9, 2021

Cisco Talos: Reliance on These Tools Expands Attack Surface The increasing reliance on collaboration tools such as Slack and Discord to support those working remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic has opened up new ways for fraudsters and cybercriminals to bypass security tools and deliver malware, Cisco Talos reports.

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Top Open Source Security Tools

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 18, 2021

But that success and the openness inherent in the community have led to a major challenge – security. Therefore, any security vulnerabilities are disclosed publicly. This has given rise to a large number of open source security tools. However, the tools themselves vary considerably in scope, sophistication, and function.

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Adlumin Raises $70M, to Debut RMM, Cloud Configuration Tools

Data Breach Today

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Series B Funding Will Allow Security Operations Vendor to Pursue Product-Led Growth A mid-market security operations vendor founded by a ex-Marine Corps officer closed its Series B funding round to pursue a product-led growth strategy. Washington D.C.-based

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Socket Accelerates Open-Source Security With $40M Series B

Data Breach Today

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Socket Plans to Triple Headcount After Big Growth, Deliver Open-Source Tools Faster A $40 million Series B investment will support Socket in rapidly scaling its team and product development.

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Patched Weeks Ago, RCE Bug in AI Tool Still a 'Probllama'

Data Breach Today

JUNE 25, 2024

Companies Eager for Tools Are Putting AI's Transformative Power Ahead of Security Hackers targeting a popular open-source project for running artificial intelligence tool Ollama could run into a big "Probllama" if they haven't yet patched, said security researchers from Wiz.

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Cybersecurity Tool Investment Set to Surge in Asia-Pacific

Data Breach Today

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Market Watchers Forecast Large Rise in Offensive and Defensive Tool Adoption The Asia-Pacific region will dramatically increase its investment in offensive and security tools over the next decade, amid a worsening threat landscape and rising losses, experts predict.

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7 Best Email Security Software & Tools in 2023

eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 6, 2023

That makes email security software a worthwhile investment for organizations of all sizes. We analyzed the market for email security tools and software to arrive at this list of 7 top email security solutions, including their standout features, limitations and ideal use cases, followed by issues prospective buyers should consider.

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New Tool Aims to Simplify and Streamline SBOM Adoption

Data Breach Today

APRIL 16, 2024

OpenSSF Partners With DHS and CISA to Launch Global Software Supply Chain Project OpenSSF launched a new tool Tuesday in partnership with the Department of Homeland Security and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency to help simplify for federal agencies and private organizations the process of reading and generating software bills of (..)

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10 Top Active Directory Security Tools for 2022

eSecurity Planet

APRIL 11, 2022

Identity management plays a critical role in every IT security strategy. Microsoft’s identity and access management tools dominate the enterprise market, with more than a 50% market share between Active Directory (AD) for Windows and Azure servers. IT managers and security teams need knowledge to act intelligently and appropriately.

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Why Many Organizations Are Consolidating Tool Sets With MSPs

Data Breach Today

AUGUST 1, 2023

OpenText Cybersecurity Director Steven Wood on Consolidation, Skills Shortage As more organizations undergo resource and cost pressures, 86% of managed security services customers are deciding to consolidate security tools and outsource their security requirements, according to the OpenText Cybersecurity 2023 Global Managed Security Survey.

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Top Code Debugging and Code Security Tools

eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 26, 2021

In fact, there are more than a few flaws present, as well as the occasional gaping security hole. Code debugging and code security tools exist to find and help developers fix the problems that occur. Such tools typically capture exceptions as they occur and provide diagnostic and contextual data to make resolution easier.

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RansomHub ransomware gang relies on Kaspersky TDSKiller tool to disable EDR

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Researchers observed the RansomHub ransomware group using the TDSSKiller tool to disable endpoint detection and response (EDR) systems. The RansomHub ransomware gang is using the TDSSKiller tool to disable endpoint detection and response (EDR) systems, Malwarebytes ThreatDown Managed Detection and Response (MDR) team observed.

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Top 5 Application Security Tools & Software for 2023

eSecurity Planet

MAY 19, 2023

Application security tools and software solutions are designed to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities and threats in software applications. These tools play a vital role in ensuring the security, integrity, and confidentiality of sensitive information, such as personal data and financial records.

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CISA Tool Helps Measure Readiness to Thwart Ransomware

Data Breach Today

JULY 1, 2021

Tool Designed to Gauge Whether Organizations Have Adequate Defense, Recovery Measures The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has released a Ransomware Readiness Assessment audit tool to help organizations size up their ability to defend against and recover from attacks.

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Cybercrime group FIN7 advertises new EDR bypass tool on hacking forums

Security Affairs

JULY 18, 2024

The cybercrime group FIN7 is advertising a security evasion tool in multiple underground forums, cybersecurity company SentinelOne warns. SentinelOne researchers warn that the financially motivated group FIN7 is using multiple pseudonyms to advertise a security evasion tool in several criminal underground forums.

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Delay Upgrading to macOS Sequoia, Security Experts Recommend

Data Breach Today

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Not Yet Compatible: Many Third-Party Endpoint Security, Authentication, VPN Tools Multiple makers of third-party Apple security tools, including CrowdStrike and SentinelOne, are warning users not to upgrade to the new macOS 15 Sequoia, pending needed OS bug fixes.

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NUVOLA: the new Cloud Security tool

Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

nuvola is the new open-source cloud security tool to address the privilege escalation in cloud environments. nuvola is the new open source security tool made by the Italian cyber security researcher Edoardo Rosa ( @_notdodo_ ), Security Engineer at Prima Assicurazioni. Cloud Security Context.

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RSAC Fireside Chat: Lacework’s cloud-native security platform delivers useful context

The Last Watchdog

MAY 7, 2024

SAN FRANCISCO — Cloud security is stirring buzz as RSA Conference 2024 ramps up at Moscone Convention Center here. Related: The fallacy of ‘security-as-a-cost-center’ Companies are clambering to mitigate unprecedented exposures spinning out of their increasing reliance on cloud hosted resources.

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How WastedLocker Evades Anti-Ransomware Tools

Data Breach Today

AUGUST 5, 2020

Sophos Says Malware Designed to Avoid Security Measures WastedLocker, a ransomware strain that reportedly shut down Garmin's operations for several days in July, is designed to avoid security tools within infected devices, according to a technical analysis from Sophos.

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What Is Cloud Database Security? Types, Best Practices & Tools

eSecurity Planet

JULY 12, 2024

Cloud database security refers to the set of techniques and procedures used to shield cloud-based storage from malicious or unintentional attacks. This security approach protects against common threats like data breaches, DDoS assaults, viruses, hackers, and unauthorized access in cloud environments. Deploy data discovery tools.

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Cyber Attack Tools Now Being Used To Help Phishing Pages Avoid Detection

KnowBe4

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Cybercriminals are offering tools to help phishing pages avoid detection by security tools, according to researchers at SlashNext.

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Essential Tools for Building Successful Security Analytics

Why Endpoint Security Tools Are Still Such a Challenge

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Researchers Debut AI Tool That Helps Detect Zero-Days

CISA Confirms Cyberattack on Critical Chemical Security Tool

Monetizing Analytics Features: Why Data Visualizations Will Never Be Enough

Zscaler Data Security Platform Takes on Symantec, CASB Tools

Microsoft Releases New-Open Source Tool for OT Security

Embargo Ransomware Disables Security Defenses

CISA: AI Tools Give Feds 'Negligible' Security Improvements

How to Package and Price Embedded Analytics

Remote Access Tool Sprawl Increases OT Risks

News alert: Security Risk Advisors offers free workshop to help select optimal OT security tools

CISA Launches Logging Tool For Resource-Poor Organizations

How Advances in Cloud Security Help Future-Proof Resilience

5 Early Indicators Your Embedded Analytics Will Fail

Network Security Architecture: Best Practices & Tools

Security Tool Consolidation: How to Plan, What to Avoid

New Bolster CEO Discusses AI-Driven Fraud and Data Security

Ransomware Actors Exploit Critical Bug, Target DevOps Tool

Microsoft + Jamf introduce new AI tool: Copilot for Security

Top Security Configuration Management Tools: Features & Comparisons

Fighting AI-Fueled Attacks With AI-Based Cyber Tools

Top API Security Tools 2023

Fraudsters Flooding Collaboration Tools With Malware

Top Open Source Security Tools

Adlumin Raises $70M, to Debut RMM, Cloud Configuration Tools

Socket Accelerates Open-Source Security With $40M Series B

Patched Weeks Ago, RCE Bug in AI Tool Still a 'Probllama'

Cybersecurity Tool Investment Set to Surge in Asia-Pacific

7 Best Email Security Software & Tools in 2023

New Tool Aims to Simplify and Streamline SBOM Adoption

10 Top Active Directory Security Tools for 2022

Why Many Organizations Are Consolidating Tool Sets With MSPs

Top Code Debugging and Code Security Tools

RansomHub ransomware gang relies on Kaspersky TDSKiller tool to disable EDR

Top 5 Application Security Tools & Software for 2023

CISA Tool Helps Measure Readiness to Thwart Ransomware

Cybercrime group FIN7 advertises new EDR bypass tool on hacking forums

Delay Upgrading to macOS Sequoia, Security Experts Recommend

NUVOLA: the new Cloud Security tool

RSAC Fireside Chat: Lacework’s cloud-native security platform delivers useful context

How WastedLocker Evades Anti-Ransomware Tools

What Is Cloud Database Security? Types, Best Practices & Tools

Cyber Attack Tools Now Being Used To Help Phishing Pages Avoid Detection

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