In 2024, offensive security experienced significant advancements, driven by an uptick in complex threat scenarios. Traditional penetration testing, while still essential, was augmented by more comprehensive and adaptive strategies, including: Continuous Security Validation: Organisations embraced continuous attack simulation tools to mimic...
Read MoreAs the cyber landscape evolves, organisations face a dual challenge: staying ahead of external cyber threats while also mitigating risks posed by internal actors. This month, we focus on two critical cyber security aspects essential for a resilient security strategy: proactive defence and insider threat
Read MoreIn today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, integrating cyber security incident response (CSIR) plans with your overall cyber security strategy is essential for safeguarding your organisation against potential threats. A well-structured CSIR plan helps address security incidents and enhances the effectiveness of your entire security framework....
Read MoreUnderstanding CSIR Simulations CSIR simulations are controlled exercises designed to mimic real-world cyber attack scenarios. They involve various organizational stakeholders, including IT professionals, security teams, and executive leadership. The goal is to test the organisation’s incident response plan, identify weaknesses, and improve...
Read MoreImagine your house alarm starts blaring in the middle of the night. Panic sets in, but if you've practised a fire escape plan, you know exactly what to do. Cyber security threats are similar – the better prepared you are, the more efficiently you can react and minimise damage. This is where Cyber Security Incident Response (CSIR) simulations come...
Read MoreIn today’s digital age, cyber security has become a critical concern for businesses and individuals alike. The increasing sophistication of cyber attacks, coupled with the growing dependency on digital infrastructure, has necessitated the need for robust cyber security measures. One of the most crucial aspects of these measures is the Cyber...
Read MoreAI's integration into cyber security indicates significant advancements in threat detection and response capabilities. For defenders, AI and machine learning technologies are instrumental in identifying unusual patterns and behaviours that signify potential threats, thus enabling quicker and more efficient malware detection. This shift towards...
Read MoreIn 2023, the cyber security realm was severely impacted (again) by the aggressive maneuvers of threat actors, who exploited critical vulnerabilities with devastating precision. The exploitation of these vulnerabilities not only underscored the adeptness of threat actors in leveraging security weaknesses but also highlighted the extensive damages...
Read MoreIn the world of operating systems, a driver is a specialized type of software that allows the operating system to communicate and interact with a hardware device. Basically, it serves as a translator between the hardware and the software layers of the computer system. Each piece of hardware connected to a your computer, from the simplest...
Read MoreLiving-off-the-land (LOTL) is a sophisticated strategy adopted by cyber adversaries, emphasising the use of native resources found within the target environment to further their malicious objectives. This approach stands in contrast to more traditional methods where attackers would deploy and use external malicious tools or payloads. By opting...
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