Researchers disclose 56 vulnerabilities impacting thousands of OT devices

Forescout’s Vedere Labs disclosed OT:ICEFALL, 56 vulnerabilities affecting devices from 10 operational technology (OT) vendors. This is one of the single largest vulnerability disclosures that impact OT devices and directly addresses insecure-by-… Continue reading Researchers disclose 56 vulnerabilities impacting thousands of OT devices

Forescout acquires Cysiv to deliver data-powered analytics for 24/7 threat detection and response

Forescout announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Cysiv, a cybersecurity innovator that uses its cloud platform to improve detection and response of true threats. With this acquisition, Forescout will leverage Cysiv’s threat dete… Continue reading Forescout acquires Cysiv to deliver data-powered analytics for 24/7 threat detection and response

Forescout Frontline helps organizations tackle ransomware and real time threats

Forescout Technologies launched Forescout Frontline, a new threat hunting service utilizing a team of highly-trained cybersecurity analysts to support cybersecurity teams by proactively identifying risks, enabling accelerated incident response, and mat… Continue reading Forescout Frontline helps organizations tackle ransomware and real time threats

Infosec products of the month: April 2022

Here’s a look at the most interesting products from the past month, featuring releases from: Akamai, Alert Logic, Arcanna.ai, Axis Security, BigID, BreachBits, ColorTokens, Finite State, Forescout, Fortinet, Hillstone Networks, IBM, Imperva, Keysight T… Continue reading Infosec products of the month: April 2022

Industry leaders launch OT Cyber Coalition to protect critical infrastructure from growing threats

A diverse group of cybersecurity leaders joined together to launch the Operational Technology Cybersecurity Coalition (OT Cyber Coalition). Founding members include Claroty, Forescout, Honeywell, Nozomi Networks, and Tenable, each with decades of exper… Continue reading Industry leaders launch OT Cyber Coalition to protect critical infrastructure from growing threats

New infosec products of the week: April 8, 2022

Here’s a look at the most interesting products from the past week, featuring releases from ColorTokens, Forescout, Fortinet, IBM, Imperva, Keysight Technologies, and Orca Security. IBM z16 protects data and systems against current and future threats IB… Continue reading New infosec products of the week: April 8, 2022

Forescout Continuum Platform manages the risk posture of all network-connected assets

Forescout unveiled the Forescout Continuum Platform, an automated cybersecurity platform that continuously manages the risk posture of assets across an enterprise’s digital terrain, providing complete coverage of IT, OT, IoT and IoMT devices. Modern en… Continue reading Forescout Continuum Platform manages the risk posture of all network-connected assets

Forescout acquires medical IoT security company CyberMDX

Silicon Valley cybersecurity company Forescout Technologies said Tuesday that it is acquiring CyberMDX, a medical-device security company known for its research into potential cyberthreats against health care technology. CyberMDX is a natural fit for Forescout, which focuses on securing connected devices and operational technology (OT) for large organizations — including what the industry calls the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT). Terms of the deal were not disclosed. “Cybersecurity for IoMT, much like cybersecurity for OT devices, requires specific expertise and technologies,” Forescout CEO Wael Mohamed said. “We are pleased to have the CyberMDX team join Forescout as we continue delivering new capabilities on our market-leading platform and grow our R&D center.” Research by CyberMDX has been responsible for shedding light on critical vulnerabilities in widely used medical imaging devices, patient monitors, anesthesia machines and infusion pumps. Forescout’s platform specializes in “device intelligence and network fabric technology,” or finding and classifying […]

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Vulnerabilities in Nucleus NET TCP/IP stack could lead to real-world damage

Researchers have unearthed 13 vulnerabilities affecting the Nucleus NET TCP/IP stack and have demonstrated how attackers could exploit them to cause serious real-world damage. The good news is that Siemens – the current owner of the stack –… Continue reading Vulnerabilities in Nucleus NET TCP/IP stack could lead to real-world damage