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Learn How to Conduct a Cybersecurity Audit for the Cloud with These CSA Training Options

As cloud adoption continues to reshape the IT landscape, ensuring cloud environments are secure and compliant is critical. However, a cybersecurity audit specific to cloud computing introduces unique challenges, given the complexities of shared security responsibilities between cloud providers and customers. Fortunately, CSA offers training and certificate programs designed to enhance auditors’ abilities to assess […]

North Korean IT Workers in Western Firms Now Demanding Ransom for Stolen Data

North Korean information technology (IT) workers who obtain employment under false identities in Western companies are not only stealing intellectual property, but are also stepping up by demanding ransoms in order to not leak it, marking a new twist to their financially motivated attacks. “In some instances, fraudulent workers demanded ransom payments from their former […]

Emulating Cryptomining Attacks: A Deep Dive into Resource Draining with GPU Programming

Originally published by Pentera.Cryptomining has surged in popularity, driven by the growing value of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum. With leaked credentials easier than ever to acquire, attackers are looking for ways to profit, which has led to a rise in malicious cryptomining, or cryptojacking. This is where attackers hijack computer resources to mine cryptocurrency […]

Brazil Arrests ‘USDoD,’ Hacker in FBI Infragard Breach

Brazilian authorities reportedly have arrested a 33-year-old man on suspicion of being “USDoD,” a prolific cybercriminal who rose to infamy in 2022 after infiltrating the FBI’s InfraGard program and leaking contact information for 80,000 members. More recently, USDoD was behind a breach at the consumer data broker National Public Data that led to the leak […]

The Ultimate DSPM Guide: Webinar on Building a Strong Data Security Posture

Picture your company’s data as a vast, complex jigsaw puzzle—scattered across clouds, devices, and networks. Some pieces are hidden, some misplaced, and others might even be missing entirely. Keeping your data secure in today’s fast-evolving landscape can feel like an impossible challenge. But there’s a game-changing solution: Data Security Posture Management (DSPM). Think of it […]

A Look At Strong Password Practices: A Shield For Your Digital Life

Written by Abel E. Molina, Softchoice.”An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” – Benjamin FranklinIn the digital age, our lives are intricately tied to the online world, from managing finances to sharing moments with loved ones. Yet, with the convenience of the internet comes a significant risk: cyber threats. As the famous […]