A cyber attack is a set of actions performed by threat actors, who try to gain unauthorized access, steal data or cause damage to computers, computer networks, or other computing systems. A cyber attack can be launched from any location. The attack can be performed by an individual or a group using one or more … Read more
Data Loss Prevention (DLP) is the practice of detecting and preventing data breaches, exfiltration, or unwanted destruction of sensitive data. Organizations use DLP to protect and secure their data and comply with regulations. The DLP term refers to defending organizations against both data loss and data leakage prevention. Data loss refers to an event in which … Read more
Cybersecurity Analytics involves aggregating data for the purpose of collecting evidence, building timelines, and analyzing capabilities to perform and design a proactive cybersecurity strategy that detects, analyzes, and mitigates cyberthreats. With a normal security information and event management (SIEM) system, you have to depend on testing things as they exist in a singular moment within the … Read more
A penetration test, also known as a pen test, is a simulated cyber attack against your computer system to check for exploitable vulnerabilities. In the context of web application security, penetration testing is commonly used to augment a web application firewall (WAF). Why is penetration testing important? Penetration testing helps an organization discover vulnerabilities and flaws in … Read more
Identity and Access Management (IAM) is a framework of policies, processes, and technologies that enable organizations to manage digital identities and control user access to critical corporate information. By assigning users with specific roles and ensuring they have the right level of access to corporate resources and networks, IAM improves security and user experience, enables … Read more
The security information and event management (SIEM) “an approach to security management that combines SIM (security information management) and SEM (security event management) functions into one security management system.” Security information and event management systems address the three major challenges that limit rapid incident response: How does SIEM work? SIEM tools gather event and log data created by … Read more
Cybersecurity risk management is a strategic approach to prioritizing threats. Organizations implement cybersecurity risk management in order to ensure the most critical threats are handled in a timely manner. This approach helps identify, analyze, evaluate, and address threats based on the potential impact each threat poses. Why Is Cyber Risk Management Important? Cyber risk management … Read more
What is critical infrastructure? Critical infrastructure is the collection of systems, networks and public works that a government considers essential to its functioning and safety of its citizens. The specific infrastructure that each nation considers critical varies. It usually includes electrical grids, public services and communication systems. Special attention must be given to protect critical … Read more
Secure coding is a method of writing software and source code that’s shielded from cyber attacks. With an increasing demand for rapid delivery, most businesses forsake best secure coding standards in their software development life cycle and development process. Such negligence will eventually negate the short term benefits of rapid distribution as clients begin to vocalize … Read more
Social engineering is the term used for a broad range of malicious activities accomplished through human interactions. It uses psychological manipulation to trick users into making security mistakes or giving away sensitive information. Social engineering attacks happen in one or more steps. A perpetrator first investigates the intended victim to gather necessary background information, such as … Read more