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Sep 4th, 2024

Act now or Pay Later, Protecting Endpoints from Rising Cyber Threats

Recent incidents, such as the National Public Data breach and the cyberattack on the Port of Seattle, underscore the urgent need for robust security measures. The National Public Data breach exposed millions of Social Security numbers, heightening the risk of identity theft and financial fraud. Meanwhile, the cyberattack on the ...

Aug 26th, 2024

The Massive Social Security Breach: Why It’s Time to Rethink Identity Verification

National Public Data (NPD), a background check service, experienced a breach that exposed millions of Social Security numbers and other personal details. Initially sold on the dark web and later made publicly available, this incident highlights the inherent risks of using SSNs for identity verification. Since SSNs are difficult to ...

Aug 22nd, 2024

Are AI Platforms Secure Enough? Insights from Black Hat 2024

Are your AI tools really secure? The revelations from Black Hat USA 2024 suggest you might want to think again. AI has transformed business operations, but with its rapid adoption comes significant security risks. Researchers from Wiz Security have uncovered vulnerabilities in major AI platforms like Hugging Face, Replicate, and ...

Aug 19th, 2024

Top Takeaways from DEF CON 2024: What Cybersecurity Professionals Need to Know

As DEF CON 2024 wraps up, cybersecurity professionals worldwide are buzzing with new insights and strategies to bolster their defenses. This year's event showcased groundbreaking innovations, emerging threats, and essential tools that every business needs to know. Here’s a breakdown of the most impactful sessions and what they mean for ...

Aug 16th, 2024

Abstraction Layers: Simplifying Complexity, But at What Cost?

Abstraction layers in software development are designed to simplify complex systems, allowing developers to work with higher-level components without needing to understand every detail of the underlying code. This approach can significantly speed up development and reduce costs. However, it also creates potential security blind spots. When developers and cybersecurity ...