cybersecurity

Cybersecurity budgets show moderate growth
Despite the economic uncertainty and inflation, security budgets generally continued to rise but at a lower rate than prior years, according to new research from IANS and …

The hidden costs of neglecting cybersecurity for small businesses
In this Help Net Security interview, Raffaele Mautone, CEO of Judy Security, talks about the cybersecurity problems that small businesses face and the need for prioritization …

Kubernetes attacks in 2023: What it means for the future
In 2023, a wave of new attacks targeting Kubernetes has been reported, from Dero and Monero crypto mining to Scarleteel and RBAC-Buster. In this Help Net Security video, Jimmy …

The clock is ticking for businesses to prepare for mandated certificate automation
Many organizations are unprepared for sweeping industry changes that call for mandated certificate automation, according to GMO GlobalSign. There could be significant changes …

Ransomware groups are shifting their focus away from larger targets
One in every six ransomware attacks targeting US government offices was traced back to the LockBit ransomware group, according to Trend Micro. Overall ransomware attack victim …

High number of security flaws found in EMEA-developed apps
Applications developed by organizations in Europe, Middle East and Africa tend to contain more security flaws than those created by their US counterparts, according to …

The pitfalls of neglecting security ownership at the design stage
For companies to avoid bleeding millions through cyber threats, they must build adaptability into their security strategy from the start while considering a range of inputs …

Is your identity safe? Exploring the gaps in threat protection
A recent study from Silverfort has identified the identity attack surface as today’s most substantial weakness in cybersecurity resilience. Traditional approaches, such …

Network Flight Simulator: Open-source adversary simulation tool
Network Flight Simulator is a lightweight utility that generates malicious network traffic and helps security teams evaluate security controls and network visibility. The tool …

MITRE ATT&CK project leader on why the framework remains vital for cybersecurity pros
MITRE ATT&CK, a common language for cybersecurity professionals to communicate with each other and better understand real-world adversary behaviors, celebrates its 10th …

Cybersecurity skills employers are desperate to find in 2023
The surge in digital economic growth and our increasing dependence on it make cybersecurity a critical profession. In this Help Net Security video, Aaron Rosenmund, Director …

Fraud prevention forces scammers to up their game
The risk of falling victim to fraud is a constant concern for individuals, businesses, and organizations alike. As technology evolves, so too do the methods employed by …