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Quick Glossary: Cybersecurity Attack Response and Mitigation
2024-03-19 16:00

This quick glossary, created by Mark W. Kaelin for TechRepublic Premium, explains the terminology used by security experts as they attempt to reduce the damage caused by a successful attack. Evidence may include documents, logs, software or hardware.

Crafting and Communicating Your Cybersecurity Strategy for Board Buy-In
2024-03-19 10:37

In an era where digital transformation drives business across sectors, cybersecurity has transcended its traditional operational role to become a cornerstone of corporate strategy and risk...

Cybersecurity jobs available right now: March 19, 2024
2024-03-19 05:30

The role involves working within a security team to protect the organization's cloud environments, implement and maintain security systems, and contribute to incident response efforts. This role will work cross functionally across many security teams within the Cybersecurity Operations Center and will report directly to the Director of the Cybersecurity Operations Center.

Week in review: Cybersecurity job openings, hackers use 1-day flaws to drop custom Linux malware
2024-03-17 09:00

Transitioning to memory-safe languages: Challenges and considerationsIn this Help Net Security interview, Omkhar Arasaratnam, General Manager at the Open Source Security Foundation, discusses the evolution of memory-safe programming languages and their emergence in response to the limitations of languages like C and C++. LastPass' CIO vision for driving business strategy, innovationRecently, LastPass appointed Asad Siddiqui as its CIO. He brings over two decades of experience leading startups and large technology organizations. MobSF: Open-source security research platform for mobile appsThe Mobile Security Framework is an open-source research platform for mobile application security, encompassing Android, iOS, and Windows Mobile.

Sophos: Cyber Security Professional Burnout Is Widespread, Creating Risk for APAC Organisations
2024-03-15 15:47

Organisations surveyed in the report acknowledge that burnout and fatigue have contributed to lower team productivity, the success of some cyber attacks and employees choosing to seek new roles or leave the industry entirely. Burnout among cyber pros a known problem for years in APAC. Burnout in cybersecurity is a well-known problem.

Human risk factors remain outside of cybersecurity pros’ control
2024-03-15 05:00

With new threats like AI and deepfake technology, the stakes are higher than ever to execute a strong cyber defense. Many human risk factors in particular - which represent today's biggest cybersecurity gap - remain unaddressed and outside of cybersecurity professionals' control.

Demystifying a Common Cybersecurity Myth
2024-03-13 15:39

One of the most common misconceptions in file upload cybersecurity is that certain tools are “enough” on their own—this is simply not the case. In our latest whitepaper OPSWAT CEO and Founder,...

How advances in AI are impacting business cybersecurity
2024-03-12 05:40

As cybersecurity professionals, we consider the security risks and implications it presents for businesses, and we must do our best to remain in control and set clear boundaries and limitations on what the technology can do. When we think about the security implications of interactive AI, we must first consider the concerns that have previously been raised around generative AI models and LLMs. These range from ethical concerns to political and ideological biases, uncensored models, and offline functionality.

Cybersecurity jobs available right now: March 12, 2024
2024-03-12 05:30

Reporting directly to the Chief Product and Technology Officer, you will oversee all aspects of information security, including cloud security, DevSecOps, security operations, and security strategy. You'll conduct risk analyses, develop policies, and enhance cybersecurity architecture, making information security a measurable, integral part of our clients' organizations.

If your Business Needs Cybersecurity, you Should Become the Expert
2024-03-11 09:29

One of the web's biggest cybersecurity training resources, The Complete 2024 Cyber Security Developer & IT Skills Bundle, is now just $59.97. If your business is in need of some cybersecurity help, why not learn cybersecurity skills yourself? The Complete 2024 Cyber Security Developer & IT Skills Bundle is one of the most comprehensive resources you'll find anywhere on the web to work toward earning a host of leading cybersecurity certifications, and it's on sale for $59.97 through March 17.