iOS 18 settings to lock down your privacy and security

Enhancing your security and privacy on iOS 18 involves configuring various settings to control access to your personal data and device features. Here are 12 essential settings to consider. Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) Using 2FA authentication… Continue reading iOS 18 settings to lock down your privacy and security

VC-backed cybersecurity startups and the exit crunch

The cybersecurity startup landscape is at a crossroads. As venture-backed companies strive for successful exits, the bar has risen dramatically, requiring more funding, higher revenue, and faster growth than ever before. In this Help Net Security video… Continue reading VC-backed cybersecurity startups and the exit crunch

6 considerations for 2025 cybersecurity investment decisions

Cybersecurity professionals may be concerned about the constantly shifting threat landscape. From the increased use of artificial intelligence (AI) by malicious actors to the expanding attack surface, cybersecurity risks evolve, and defenders need to m… Continue reading 6 considerations for 2025 cybersecurity investment decisions

Cybercriminals shift focus to social media as attacks reach historic highs

A new report from Gen highlights a sharp rise in online threats, capping off a record-breaking 2024. Between October and December alone, 2.55 billion cyber threats were blocked – an astonishing rate of 321 per second. The risk of encountering a t… Continue reading Cybercriminals shift focus to social media as attacks reach historic highs

The hidden risks of a broken data provisioning system

In this Help Net Security video, Bart Koek, Field CTO at Immuta, discusses their 2025 State of Data Security Report, highlighting emerging challenges for IT and data security leaders. Key takeaways from the report: GenAI is causing significant change m… Continue reading The hidden risks of a broken data provisioning system

Week in review: Microsoft fixes two actively exploited 0-days, PAN-OS auth bypass hole plugged

Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news, articles, interviews and videos: Microsoft fixes two actively exploited zero-days (CVE-2025-21418, CVE-2025-21391) February 2025 Patch Tuesday is here, and Microsoft has delivered fixes f… Continue reading Week in review: Microsoft fixes two actively exploited 0-days, PAN-OS auth bypass hole plugged