Hetty: Open-source HTTP toolkit for security research

Hetty is an open-source HTTP toolkit designed for security research, offering a free alternative to commercial tools like Burp Suite Pro. Built with the needs of penetration testers, security professionals, and bug bounty hunters in mind, Hetty provide… Continue reading Hetty: Open-source HTTP toolkit for security research

How to safely dispose of old tech without leaving a security risk

Every year, millions of old tech are thrown away due to age, malfunctions, or to make way for new ones, which creates security risks related to the data on these devices. The data can often still be recovered if devices are erased without proper tools … Continue reading How to safely dispose of old tech without leaving a security risk

Who’s in your digital house? The truth about third-party access

In this Help Net Security video, Fran Rosch, CEO at Imprivata, discusses organizations’ challenges in securing third-party access and offers valuable insights on how businesses can address these risks effectively. A recent report conducted by the… Continue reading Who’s in your digital house? The truth about third-party access

Week in review: How QR code attacks work and how to protect yourself, 10 must-reads for CISOs

Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news, articles, interviews and videos: How QR code attacks work and how to protect yourself While QR codes are convenient, they also present significant risks. In the past few years, cybercrimi… Continue reading Week in review: How QR code attacks work and how to protect yourself, 10 must-reads for CISOs

AI threats and workforce shortages put pressure on security leaders

In this Help Net Security video, John Grancarich, Fortra’s Chief Strategy Officer, discusses the 2025 Fortra State of Cybersecurity Survey and highlights escalating concerns among security professionals about AI-driven threats and a shortage of c… Continue reading AI threats and workforce shortages put pressure on security leaders

How to prevent data leakage in collaboration tools like Slack and Teams

In recent years, collaboration tools have become an absolute necessity for remote and hybrid work. This primarily increased during the COVID-19 pandemic due to the impossibility of communicating in person. So, tools like Slack, Microsoft Teams, and Zoo… Continue reading How to prevent data leakage in collaboration tools like Slack and Teams

The CISO’s bookshelf: 10 must-reads for security leaders

Discover essential reads for CISOs in this curated list of books covering cybersecurity leadership, risk management, zero trust, board communication, and more. Why CISOs Fail, 2nd Edition Author: Barak Engel Barak Engel expands on the ideas from his or… Continue reading The CISO’s bookshelf: 10 must-reads for security leaders

89% of enterprise AI usage is invisible to the organization

Organizations have zero visibility into 89% of AI usage, despite security policies according to a LayerX report. 71% of connections to GenAI tools are done using personal non-corporate accounts. Among logins using corporate accounts, 58% of connections… Continue reading 89% of enterprise AI usage is invisible to the organization