new As organisations continue to struggle with the growing number of cyberattacks, the focus on physical security has dwindled, catching many organisations unprepared. While threats such as ransomware, social engineering, unsecured cloud computing configurations, and network vulnerabilities remain important challenges for cybersecurity teams, the threat of an unauthorised person walking into an unlocked office and stealing or accessing IT devices is equally significant and, yet, underestimated. A stolen device or unauthorised access can have far-reaching consequences for businesses and, without proper attention to physical security, it can be difficult to trace the perpetrator or prevent such attacks. — IT Brief New Zealand, 9h ago

new The Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) can also be useful in assessing the severity of vulnerabilities detected by the EDR and other tools. The latest CVSS 4.0 version goes beyond just providing a base risk score, and allows organisations to see the risk a vulnerability poses by considering the actual threat environment and how the business operates. CVSS 4.0 also adds new ways to measure risks, like understanding attack complexity and whether a user’s action would be needed for a security breach to happen. This enables resource allocation based on potential impact, addressing high-risk vulnerabilities first and reducing overall cyber risk exposure. — The European Business Review, 1d ago

new In today's digitally connected world, the importance of a robust cybersecurity posture cannot be overstated. As Dallas continues to thrive as a hub of commerce and innovation, so do the cyber risks facing its businesses. Texas Pen Testers recognizes the unique challenges that local enterprises encounter and is here to empower them with cutting-edge Network Penetration Testing solutions. The team at Texas Pen Testers brings a wealth of experience to the table, providing comprehensive assessments of network vulnerabilities, identifying potential security weaknesses, and delivering actionable insights to fortify defenses. — 24-7 Press Release Newswire, 1d ago

new Firewalls act as the first line of defense against cyber attacks by monitoring and filtering incoming and outgoing network traffic. It’s important for businesses to invest in robust firewall protection that can detect and block potential threats from entering your system. By implementing advanced firewall technologies, such as intrusion detection and prevention systems, businesses can enhance their network security posture. Regularly updating and maintaining your firewall is also crucial in order to stay ahead of new threats that may arise. With proactive firewall management and continuous monitoring, organizations can effectively protect their network from evolving cyber threats, ensuring the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of their critical data. — Better Tech Tips, 1d ago

new ...“A lot of vehicle security vendors are working closer with manufacturers as well as various suppliers to ensure their code and the components themselves are built securely from the group up. During a discussion I had recently with one of these vendors, they’re even looking to use technology like digital twins to maintain a virtual simulation of these components and even ‘completed’ vehicles, so that when new vulnerabilities are discovered in code, they can see what impact this would truly have on operations, plan on how they’re going to address this, and then look at the changes caused by deploying patches and updates.” Harrington explains as he looks at some bright spots ahead. — DATAQUEST, 2d ago

new Rivera: A stricter regulatory environment and rising stakeholder expectations are undoubtedly driving companies’ need for a CTrO. With increasing regulations around data privacy, cyber security and ethical technology use, organisations are realising the importance of building trust with their stakeholders by complying with regulations and avoiding reputational damage. Businesses are also recognising that building trust and implementing ethical practices are now core to their broader strategy. The CTrO is becoming an essential player in shaping these strategies, as they are responsible for creating and implementing trust frameworks that align with the organisation’s broader goals and values. And CTrOs are also working more closely than ever with other executives, including the chief information officer (CIO) and chief information security officer (CISO), to ensure that digital systems and processes are secure and trustworthy. They are collaborating across departments to promote a culture of trust and transparency within the organisation. A CTrO can help a business develop trust-centred policies aligned with company and employee values. Companies that view compliance initiatives like privacy, governance risk and compliance (GRC), ethics, and environmental social and governance (ESG) programmes as compliance outcomes that build trust will gain a competitive edge and support a healthy, thriving employee base. In our view, every interaction with a business represents an opportunity to build or lose a customer’s trust. Companies should focus on the aspects of customer trust that can be controlled, such as privacy, transparency and ethical decision making, and ensure control of what is outside of outside threats, such as third-party breaches, regulatory change and market shifts. A consistent, systemic approach to trust is a competitive advantage that is difficult to copy. As technology and data continues to evolve, investing in CTrO and digital trust solutions will become even more critical for organisations to succeed in the long term. CTrO’s will be well-positioned to help their organisations combine their values and business priorities with effective programmes for operationalising, driving and maintaining trust. — Financier Worldwide, 2d ago

new For banks, the ‘tech stack’ is becoming complex in terms of the number of providers they use, whether for biometrics, identity verification or digital signatures. Financial institutions have to integrate many different providers into their ecosystems, making the experience stilted. Fragmentation breeds risk: there is also more chance of attack if you’re working within an intricate environment of different providers. By decreasing fragmentation, banks can add another layer of protection from bad actors. This will not only make the data easier to observe, monitor and manage but also make experiences more frictionless for consumers. We expect this movement towards a more unified, common platform of delivering digital banking experiences to continue next year. Vendor consolidation is the best way to do this. It saves costs and also helps CISOs know who they're using, what we're using them for, and how various systems talk to one another. — Financial IT, 2d ago

new In 2022, over £1.2 billion was stolen through fraud in the UK. Yet, organisations increasingly recognise that fraud is a security issue rather than a cost of doing business. Many UK players, especially in the financial services industry, will be looking to adopt end-to-end online fraud prevention solutions, counting on multi-layered tools and technologies. One key development to watch within these ‘layers of defence’ is the addition of so-called risk signals. Leading digital identity experts have already started to incorporate more behavioural biometrics, such as typing patterns or mouse movements. These patterns from historic interactions with users will start to impact fraud prevention positively, with device signals or template signals of fraudulent ID documents making it much harder for fraudsters to get away with their crimes. — Financial IT, 2d ago

new I envision 2024 as a transformative year where the realms of Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence will increasingly intersect, reshaping the landscape of digital security. The adoption of AI-driven security products and services will rise significantly, leveraging machine learning algorithms to detect and alert against cyber threats in real-time. This marks a pivotal shift from traditional, reactive cybersecurity measures to more proactive, predictive models. However, AI will largely remain a co-pilot to Security Teams, not yet advanced enough to fully automate complex security tasks. I also anticipate a surge in Zero Day attacks and more sophisticated methods from Threat Actors, who are increasingly utilizing AI. This highlights the need for robust AI governance frameworks in organizations to ensure responsible and effective use of AI in cybersecurity, balancing technological advancements with ethical considerations. — Thinkers360 | World’s First Open Platform For Thought Leaders, 2d ago

new Cloud adoption has become a fundamental aspect of modern business operations, offering scalability, flexibility, and cost-efficiency. However, it also presents new challenges related to security and data protection. The rise in cyber threats and breaches has made it imperative for organizations to assess and secure their cloud environments to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of their assets. — 24-7 Press Release Newswire, 2d ago

new Steve Lay of Strata Identity bridges the gap between legacy apps and modern protocols for a true passwordless authentication experience. Passwords have been a fact of life for 60 years now, ever since MIT came up with the idea of letting multiple people share a computer by verifying a user’s identity first. But as the password nears retirement age, organizations are struggling to make passwordless authentication a reality. Eliminating passwords is being driven by the need to reduce friction, but more importantly, to implement stronger security controls such as biometrics like fingerprints, facial recognition, and passkeys that are linked to a user’s device. However, one of the challenges standing in the way of the migration away from passwords is supporting these new authentication methods on both legacy and modern platforms. In fact, almost half the IT decision-makers in a recent poll said their organizations have yet to adopt passwordless authentication because their applications are not designed to support it. — Best Identity Access Management (IAM) Software, Tools, Vendors, Solutions, & Services, 2d ago