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January 20, 2021 20 Jan'21
SolarWinds breach news center

The massive SolarWinds supply-chain attack continues to invade networks. Here's the latest news on the breach, how the malware infiltrates systems and the IT industry response.
January 19, 2021 19 Jan'21
SolarWinds supply chain attack explained: Need-to-know info

The SolarWinds supply chain breach is the talk of the town -- and will be for months and years to come. Get informed and be part of the conversation with our guide.
January 19, 2021 19 Jan'21
Malwarebytes breached by SolarWinds hackers

Malwarebytes, which is not a SolarWinds customer, confirmed that nation-state actors used an entirely different vector to breach the antimalware vendor and access internal emails.
January 07, 2021 07 Jan'21
Defending against SolarWinds attacks: What can be done?

While no defense is guaranteed, zero-trust access and behavioral monitoring can be useful against nation-state hackers and threats like the SolarWinds attacks.

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6 common types of cyber attacks and how to prevent them

To prevail in the battle against cybercrime, companies must understand how they are being attacked. Here are the six most damaging types of cyber attacks and how to prevent them. Continue Reading
advanced persistent threat (APT)

An advanced persistent threat (APT) is a prolonged and targeted cyberattack in which an intruder gains access to a network and remains undetected for an extended period of time. Continue Reading
Test your cyber-smarts with this network security quiz

Show what you know about the topics covered in the May 2020 issue of Information Security magazine. If you get nine of 10 answers right, you'll also receive CPE credit! Continue Reading

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What is the future of cybersecurity?

Remote work is here to stay, so it's time to rethink the short-term fixes made in 2020. What else is in the cards? Here are the trends shaping the future of cybersecurity. Continue Reading
Technology a double-edged sword for U.S. election security

Technologies were weaponized to undermine the 2020 U.S. presidential election, but IT systems have also helped to identify fraud and verify results in a hotly contested election. Continue Reading
CMMC requirements set to ripple throughout DOD supply chain

The Department of Defense's CMMC requirements target defense contractors, but organizations throughout the DOD supply chain -- and beyond -- are prepping for the standards. Continue Reading

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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. Continue Reading
Why nation-state cyberattacks must be top of mind for CISOs

Even though organizations face threats coming from many sources, one type of cyberattack should be top of mind for CISOs: those backed by nation-states. Here's why. Continue Reading
The state of cybersecurity risk: Detection and mitigation

Hackers will always try to creep in, and many will succeed. That's why effective detection and mitigation are essential. How are enterprises faring? Continue Reading

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With US ban, Huawei products put CISOs on notice

The U.S. federal government has enacted bans on equipment it deems a national security risk. The move should make CISOs wary of what products they bring into their organizations. Continue Reading
How nation-state cyberattacks affect the future of infosec

Any company can be a nation-state cyberattack victim. Brush up on the latest and most common nation-state techniques and their implications on the threat landscape of tomorrow. Continue Reading
How to handle nation-state cyberattacks on the enterprise

It's only a matter of time before nation-state cyberattacks that threaten government entities today target the enterprise. Follow our expert's tips to prepare in time. Continue Reading