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Leveraging AI and automation for enhanced cloud communication security
2024-03-08 05:30

What role do AI and automation play in cloud communications cybersecurity, and how can these technologies be leveraged to improve security posture? AI and automation are transforming cloud communications cybersecurity by enhancing threat detection, response times and the overall efficacy and efficiency of security operations.

Harness the power of security automation
2024-02-21 13:56

Webinar The complexity facing businesses as they make the necessary transition to cloud-native applications and multi-cloud architectures keeps cloud teams firmly on the frontline when it comes to implementing security policies. The constant risks of misconfiguration and malicious attack demand that already overstretched cloud security practitioners have to find a more effective way of keeping pace with the challenge.

The future of cybersecurity: Anticipating changes with data analytics and automation
2024-02-13 06:00

In this Help Net Security interview, Mick Baccio, Staff Security Strategist at Splunk SURGe, discusses the future of cybersecurity, emphasizing the importance of data analytics and automation in addressing evolving threats. He points out the changes in threat tactics, the significance of automation in reducing human error, challenges in implementing data analytics, and envisions a future where AI-assistants transform cybersecurity operations.

Cybersecurity teams hesitate to use automation in TDIR workflows
2024-02-07 04:00

Despite 57% of interviewed organizations reporting significant security incidents, over 70% of organizations reported better performance on cybersecurity key performance indicators, such as mean time to detect, investigate, respond, and remediate in 2023 as compared to 2022, and 90% believe they have good or excellent ability to detect cyberthreats. "While we aren't surprised by the contradictions in the data, our study in partnership with IDC further opened our eyes to the fact that most security operations teams still do not have the visibility needed for overall security operations success. Despite the varied TDIR investments they have in place, they are struggling to thoroughly conduct comprehensive analysis and response activities," said Steve Moore, Exabeam Chief Security Strategist.

Perfecting the Defense-in-Depth Strategy with Automation
2024-01-26 11:04

Medieval castles stood as impregnable fortresses for centuries, thanks to their meticulous design. Fast forward to the digital age, and this medieval wisdom still echoes in cybersecurity. Like...

VMware: Plug critical Aria Automation hole immediately! (CVE-2023-34063)
2024-01-18 10:04

A critical vulnerability affecting VMware Aria Automation and VMware Cloud Foundation can be exploited by attackers to gain access to remote organizations and workflows, VMware has warned.Patches are available and VMware recommends upgrading to VMware Aria Automation 8.16.

Reimagining Network Pentesting With Automation
2023-12-14 11:17

Network penetration testing plays a crucial role in protecting businesses in the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity. Yet, business leaders and IT pros have misconceptions about this process,...

Reimagining Network Pentesting With Automation
2023-12-14 11:17

Network penetration testing plays a crucial role in protecting businesses in the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity. Yet, business leaders and IT pros have misconceptions about this process,...

Security automation gains traction, prompting a “shift everywhere” philosophy
2023-12-11 04:30

The use of automated security technology is growing rapidly, which in turn is propagating the "Shift everywhere" philosophy - performing security tests throughout the entire software development life cycle - across more organizations, according to Synopsys. This year's findings revealed a clear trend of firms increasingly taking advantage of security automation to replace manual, subject matter expert-driven security activities to reduce cost and improve effectiveness.

Using AI and automation to manage human cyber risk
2023-12-07 05:00

Despite advanced security protocols, many cybersecurity incidents are still caused by employee actions. In this Help Net Security video, John Scott, Lead Cybersecurity Researcher at CultureAI, discusses how integrating AI and automation into your cybersecurity strategy can improve employee behaviors and reduce security incidents.