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Compare the pros and cons of remote browser isolation
Remote browser isolation benefits end-user experience and an organization's network security. Compare the pros, cons and cost challenges before investing in the zero-trust approach.
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5 SecOps certifications, training for IT pros
Explore five SecOps certifications available to IT professionals looking to demonstrate and enhance their knowledge of threat monitoring and incident response.
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What you need in a next-generation SOC
Check out 10 tips to help build a next-generation security operations center with the integrated tools to free security analysts to get ahead of and respond to threats fast.
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Cyber insurance 101: Timely guidance on an essential tool
No one hopes for a breach, but as they become more common, any responsible cybersecurity team must anticipate one. One key element: choosing the right cyber insurance policy.
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Emerging threats News
Sophos: Ransomware 'heavyweights' demand sky-high payments
Sophos principal research scientist Chet Wisniewski explains the presence of 'weight classes' in ransomware and offers his thoughts on its future.
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Microsoft detects Netlogon vulnerability exploitation in the wild
While Microsoft released a patch last month for the Netlogon flaw, the company said it detected threat actors using exploits for the critical vulnerability.
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Explore the next-generation firewall marketplace
Explore some of the top NGFWs currently on the market -- based on features and user reviews -- to help you make a buying decision
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Double key encryption yields data protection benefits
Microsoft's new double key encryption offering brings data security and compliance benefits. Are they worth the implementation challenges?
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3 common election security vulnerabilities pros should know
Election security remains top of mind for many right now, with Nabil Hannan discussing vulnerabilities like remote breaches, new attack surfaces and poor current controls.
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Take this CISSP practice test before the final exam
Test your knowledge and preparedness for the CISSP exam with 16 questions taken directly from the latest 'CISSP All-in-One Exam Guide' from McGraw Hill.
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- Software-defined security best practices
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Platform security (3) +
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- Application attacks (buffer overflows, cross-site scripting)
- Application firewall security
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Compare the pros and cons of remote browser isolation
Remote browser isolation benefits end-user experience and an organization's network security. Compare the pros, cons and cost challenges before investing in the zero-trust approach.
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5 SecOps certifications, training for IT pros
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Cyber insurance explained, from selection to post-purchase
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What is zero trust? Ultimate guide to the network security model
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Hardware security an issue as IoT expands
Hardware security threats -- and strategies to overcome them -- are evolving as enterprises increasingly install autonomous capabilities for smart building and IoT projects.
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5 steps to get IoT cybersecurity and third parties in sync
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Addressing the expanding threat attack surface from COVID-19
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Top cybersecurity risks of the zero-trust model
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8 ways a SOC can benefit your enterprise
A security operations center can help lessen the fallout of a data breach, but its business benefits go much further than that. Here are eight SOC benefits to consider.
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What you need in a next-generation SOC
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Pair cyber insurance, risk mitigation to manage cyber-risk
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Cyber insurance 101: Timely guidance on an essential tool
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AI cybersecurity raises analytics' accuracy, usability
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Cybersecurity education for employees: Learn what works
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Information Security Basics
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ID management
Identity management (ID management) is the organizational process for ensuring that individuals have the appropriate access to technology resources.
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SOAR
SOAR (Security Orchestration, Automation and Response) is a solution stack of compatible software programs that allow an organization to collect data about security threats, and respond to low-level security events without human assistance.
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Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
The Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) is a certification and globally recognized standard for appraising an IT auditor's knowledge, expertise and skill in assessing vulnerabilities and instituting IT controls in an enterprise environment.
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Google focuses more on steering the Android ship than righting it
Google's security and privacy upgrades to Android are mostly forward-thinking changes, readying for a future that is inevitable but unclear, rather than ways to improve security today.Continue Reading
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At RSAC 2019, speculative execution threats take a back seat
The Meltdown and Spectre vulnerabilities loomed large last year, but RSAC 2019 will have little fodder on speculative execution threats and side channels attacks.Continue Reading
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White House questions election security; experts do not
A number of infosec experts, election officials and government agencies say Election Day was free from hacking and cyber attacks, but the White House disagrees.
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Government information security management
President Trump fires CISA director Christopher Krebs
President Trump fired Krebs as director of CISA after the agency pushed back on unfounded accusations about widespread voter fraud and voting system hacks during the election.
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Emerging cyberattacks and threats
Sophos: Ransomware 'heavyweights' demand sky-high payments
Sophos principal research scientist Chet Wisniewski explains the presence of 'weight classes' in ransomware and offers his thoughts on its future.
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- SOAR (Security Orchestration, Automation and Response)
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
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