The role of automation in staying on top of the evolving threat landscape

In this interview with Help Net Security, Dr Shreekant Thakkar, Chief Researcher, Secure Systems Research Centre at TII, talks about the ever evolving threat landscape and how automation could improve the way organizations detect and respond to attacks… Continue reading The role of automation in staying on top of the evolving threat landscape

Organizations struggling to develop cloud applications that meet security requirements

According to a Security Compass research, in mid-sized to large enterprises, 50% of the software applications being developed are cloud based, and another 30% are expected to migrate to the cloud within the next two years. However, ensuring a secure cl… Continue reading Organizations struggling to develop cloud applications that meet security requirements

Out with the old, in with the new: From VPNs to ZTNA

The VPN held an important role in the evolution of the internet, and for decades has supported businesses in securing their networks. VPNs have been used by businesses and individuals across the globe, but now the tide is turning. As technology advance… Continue reading Out with the old, in with the new: From VPNs to ZTNA

The cybersecurity metrics required to make Biden’s Executive Order impactful

For too long, both the private and public sectors have not prioritized cybersecurity efforts enough and only acted in “good faith” – an inadequate effort to improve cybersecurity. Recently, President Biden issued the Executive Order on Improving … Continue reading The cybersecurity metrics required to make Biden’s Executive Order impactful

Why companies should never hack back

After major cyberattacks on the Colonial Pipeline and on meat supplier JBS, the idea of allowing companies to launch cyberattacks back at cyber criminals was proposed. This prompted a hot debate amongst government and industry leaders on the feasibilit… Continue reading Why companies should never hack back

Consumers value privacy more than potential savings when purchasing insurance

A recent survey by Policygenius explored consumer sentiment toward new tech being deployed by home and auto insurance companies. The survey found that most consumers prefer being able to talk with an actual human and are wary of fully automated insuran… Continue reading Consumers value privacy more than potential savings when purchasing insurance

How do I select an automated red teaming solution for my business?

Red teaming is an essential part of an organization’s security assessment process. It is generally done manually to uncover possibile vulnerabilities and security gaps, but can automation simplify or even enhance the process? To select a suitable… Continue reading How do I select an automated red teaming solution for my business?

Security and compliance still a challenge for container architectures

While adoption of container architectures and microservices continues at an impressive pace, maintaining automated and proactive security and compliance is a particularly acute challenge for respondents, a NeuVector survey of more than 1,200 enterprise… Continue reading Security and compliance still a challenge for container architectures

Why automated pentesting won’t fix the cybersecurity skills gap

The modern threat landscape is an enormous challenge for the modern enterprise. Many organizations are “addressing” this by buying the newest security products from the latest hot vendor and hoping that this will protect them, but most recognize that t… Continue reading Why automated pentesting won’t fix the cybersecurity skills gap