As 2023 draws to a close and we look back, we recall several significant security breaches: 1. Okta Data Breach (October 19): The support case management system of Okta was compromised through the exploitation of stolen credentials. 2. Air Europa Data Breach (October 11): Financial details, including credit card numbers,

The concept of a kill-switch in cybersecurity is a powerful tool, often misunderstood due to its dramatic name. Its function is straightforward yet vital: to provide an immediate and effective response to cyber threats. When a security breach occurs, the ability to act swiftly is critical. A kill-switch serves this

Based on all available data, it appears that the MGM attack was orchestrated through a meticulously planned social engineering campaign. Here’s a consolidated summary based on all the information available to date: Attack Trigger: 1. Information Gathering: The assailants began the attack by extracting information from an employee’s

The "CISA Open Source Software Security Roadmap" outlines the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency's (CISA) approach to enhancing the security of Open Source Software (OSS). Here's a summary of its key points: Overview * OSS is foundational to critical infrastructure, with a significant portion of

The role of a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is undeniably challenging as they grapple with the complex task of managing security, including access control and credentials, across multiple cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, and Azure. Constantly juggling Identity and Access Management (IAM) roles, SSH keys, and database passwords across

In case you missed Blackhat 2023, here are the top 5 security trends in cybersecurity: 1. Generative AI and Machine Learning: • AI/ML are used for threat detection, phishing simulation, and AI-generated attacks. • Products like Skyhawk's Shift-left CDR emphasize AI's growing role in cybersecurity. 2. Identity

Once anyone works in the area of security for a while, a few things start to emerge very quickly: a) everyone wants to ensure their product/deployment is secure, but b) user experience must not be compromised. This delicate balance between security and user experience often poses a challenge. However,

Static credentials, such as passwords, SSH keys, and AWS Secrets, pose inherent risks and are less secure due to their vulnerabilities. Additionally, since these credentials often remain unchanged and are stored in the file system or human memory, they are frequently shared among developers rather than configuring new ones when