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Despite Tech Layoffs, Cybersecurity Positions are Hiring

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It’s easy to read today’s headlines and think that now isn’t the best time to look for a job in the tech industry. However, that’s not necessarily true. When you read deeper into the stories and numbers, cybersecurity positions are still very much in demand. Cybersecurity professionals are landing jobs every day, and IT professionals […]

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How I Got Started: White Hat Hacker

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White hat hackers serve as a crucial line of cyber defense, working to identify and mitigate potential threats before malicious actors can exploit them. These ethical hackers harness their skills to assess the security of networks and systems, ultimately helping organizations bolster their digital defenses. But what drives someone to pursue a career as a […]

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Is human threat hunting a fool’s errand?

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We all have witnessed automated advances creep into our modern threat hunting processes – and with good reason. As the rate of cyberattacks steadily increases, automated threat hunting processes are being integrated to help stem the tide by provi… Continue reading Is human threat hunting a fool’s errand?→

The warning signs for security analyst burnout and ways to prevent

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Security analysts face the demanding task of investigating and resolving increasing volumes of alerts daily, while adapting to an ever-changing threat landscape and keeping up with new technology. To complicate matters further, the cybersecurity workfo… Continue reading The warning signs for security analyst burnout and ways to prevent→

Incident Response Rapid Triage: A DFIR Warrior’s Guide (Part 3 – Network Analysis and Tooling)

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Within the first two installments of this series, we identified the key to successful incident preparation starts with making sure a solid incident triage process is in place, centralized analysis documentation is created, and the incident communication cadence has been solidified. This, in conjunction with a well-oiled rapid triage Windows artifact processing plan, allows analysts…

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Incident Response Rapid Triage: A DFIR Warrior’s Guide (Part 2 – Incident Assessment and Windows Artifact Processing)

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In Part 1 of this series, we identified that there are three (3) key parts to successful incident preparation: ensuring that a solid incident triage process is in place, creating centralized analysis documentation, and solidifying incident communication. In Part 2 of this series, I will delve into the process of thoroughly evaluating the incident, explore…

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Incident Response Rapid Triage: A DFIR Warrior’s Guide (Part 1 – Process Overview and Preparation)

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In this series, I will be discussing how to handle an incident with the speed and precision of a DFIR warrior. With a rapid triage mindset, you’ll be able to assess the situation quickly and efficiently, just like a Jiu-Jitsu practitioner sizing up their opponent before delivering a devastating submission. You will have the tools…

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Ex-Conti and FIN7 Actors Collaborate with New Backdoor

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Former Conti syndicate and FIN7 members have collaborated to use a new backdoor dubbed “Minodo” to deliver the Project Nemesis infostealer. Explore the intricate nature of cooperation among cybercriminal groups and their members with in-depth analysis from IBM Security X-Force experts.

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Threat hunting programs can save organizations from costly security breaches

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Cybersecurity threats to organizations are only increasing, not only in number but in scope, according to Team Cymru. The true cost of cyber breaches Proactive threat hunting helps organizations save money by preventing security breaches and reducing t… Continue reading Threat hunting programs can save organizations from costly security breaches→

How to Provide Relevant Threat Intelligence

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In the evolution of cybersecurity, the threat landscape is ever-changing while the line of defense is ever-shrinking. Security professionals started with securing the perimeters, but now we need to assume a breach in a zero-trust environment. However, providing intelligence to help users stay ahead of threats becomes a challenge when that information is overwhelmingly voluminous […]

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