The new rules come in the wake of the Change Healthcare breach, which exposed the electronic personal health information of about 100 million Americans. The post HHS Proposes Major Overhaul of HIPAA Security Rule in the Wake of Change Healthcare Breach appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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FunkSec: A New Ransomware Group Buoyed by AI
A new ransomware group called FunkSec claimed 85 victims in December but its members appear to be lesser-skilled hackers using generative AI and inflated attack numbers to bolster their capabilities and reputation, according to Check Point researchers. The post FunkSec: A New Ransomware Group Buoyed by AI appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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How to Capitalize on 5 Trends Shaping the Future of Pentesting
Continuous testing is a major contributor to cybersecurity that’s so advanced, integrated and proactive that it doesn’t just prevent an attack but wards off attackers altogether. The post How to Capitalize on 5 Trends Shaping the Future of Pentesting appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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How Your Digital Footprint Fuels Cyberattacks — and What to Do About It
Where you live, where you jog, what your pet’s name is and which email address you use the most is no longer a secret to cybercriminals. Hackers are exploiting the digital breadcrumbs — your personally identifiable information (PII) — that you leave behind daily to launch their cyber attacks. So what can you do to..…
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Hackers Attack PowerSchool, Expose K-12 Teacher and Student Data
Giant education software provider PowerSchool reported that hackers using compromised credentials access a database and stole student and teacher data in an attack that the company said was not ransomware, though a ransom apparently was paid. Affected K-12 school districts are scrambling to alert parents and staffs. The post Hackers Attack PowerSchool, Expose K-12 Teacher…
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Phishing Threats, GenAI Among Top Cybersecurity Risks in 2025
Organizations are facing escalating threats from phishing attacks, personal app usage and the widespread adoption of generative AI (GenAI) in workplaces. According to a Netskope report, phishing attacks surged in 2024, with enterprise employees clicking on phishing links at a rate nearly three times higher than in 2023. The study found phishing campaigns have evolved..…
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From Cybersecurity Consolidation to GenAI and Innovation – What to Expect: 2025 Predictions
What to expect in 2025 and beyond, into the future. Here are some likely predictions across cybersecurity, GenAI and innovation, and defensive cyber. The post From Cybersecurity Consolidation to GenAI and Innovation – What to Expect: 2025 Predictions appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Security Implications of Configuration Drift
Addressing configuration drift – a seemingly minor issue – is essential to maintaining a secure and resilient IT environment. The post Security Implications of Configuration Drift appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Leveraging Government Grants to Enhance Critical Security Systems
The Biden-Harris Administration’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, also known as the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), allows organizations to receive government grant money for improved cybersecurity. The post Leveraging Government Grants to Enhance Critical Security Systems appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Building Resilience Into Cyber-Physical Systems Has Never Been This Mission-Critical
Our nation’s critical infrastructure is increasingly brittle and under attack. Take the recent report that the drinking water of millions of Americans is at risk due to technical vulnerabilities. The post Building Resilience Into Cyber-Physical Systems Has Never Been This Mission-Critical appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Insecure Medical Devices — Illumina DNA Sequencer Illuminates Risks
IEI-IEI, Oh: Running an obsolete OS, on obsolete hardware, configured with obsolete settings. The post Insecure Medical Devices — Illumina DNA Sequencer Illuminates Risks appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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The Digital Battlefield: Understanding Modern Cyberattacks and Global Security
Explore the invisible war being fought in cyberspace, where nations battle without traditional weapons. This comprehensive guide explains modern cyberattacks, their impact on global security, and how countries defend their digital borders in an increasingly connected world. The post The Digital Battlefield: Understanding Modern Cyberattacks and Global Security appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Exabeam Extends Scope and Reach of SIEM Platform
Exabeam today added a bevy of capabilities to its New-Scale Security Operations Platform, including support for open application programming interface (API) and an ability to search data stored in the LogRhythm security information event management (SIEM) platform it acquired last year. The post Exabeam Extends Scope and Reach of SIEM Platform appeared first on Security…
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Brokers Key to Strengthening American Businesses’ Cyber Defenses
American businesses are increasingly turning to their brokers for more than financial protection, and also seek guidance, expertise and support to strengthen their cyber defenses. The post Brokers Key to Strengthening American Businesses’ Cyber Defenses appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Beware the Rise of the Autonomous Cyber Attacker
AI’s growing sophistication signals a future in which networks can be compromised autonomously, and the industry must prepare for this near-term reality. The post Beware the Rise of the Autonomous Cyber Attacker appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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4 Tips to Fortify the Human Element in Your Cybersecurity Posture
Four actionable tips that will enable you to enhance the human element of your cybersecurity posture, transforming potential vulnerabilities into robust defenses. The post 4 Tips to Fortify the Human Element in Your Cybersecurity Posture appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Poor Cyber Hygiene can Cost Organizations up to an Average of $677 Million
Knowing that insider threats and poor cyber hygiene are well-known as some of the worst threat vectors, prioritizing security controls that can keep pace with modern threats is fundamental for all organizations moving forward. The post Poor Cyber Hygiene can Cost Organizations up to an Average of $677 Million appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Drowning in Visibility? Why Cybersecurity Needs to Shift from Visibility to Actionable Insight
Many security teams today are drowning in data, struggling to transform extensive visibility into actionable, meaningful insights. The post Drowning in Visibility? Why Cybersecurity Needs to Shift from Visibility to Actionable Insight appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Online Marketplaces: Helping Small Businesses Grow and Stay Cyber Safe
Online marketplace sales are projected to reach $3.832 trillion in 2024. Every small e-commerce business should capture market share. The post Online Marketplaces: Helping Small Businesses Grow and Stay Cyber Safe appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Best of 2024: If You are Reachable, You Are Breachable, and Firewalls & VPNs are the Front Door
Firewalls and VPN appliances are critical gateways. Like all on-prem systems, a vulnerability can lead to a compromise that is used to open the door for attackers. The post Best of 2024: If You are Reachable, You Are Breachable, and Firewalls & VPNs are the Front Door appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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VW Cars Leak Private Data of 800,000 — ‘Volksdaten’
Cariad, VW Group’s software arm, made this classic error. The post VW Cars Leak Private Data of 800,000 — ‘Volksdaten’ appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Health Care Data of Almost 1 Million ConnectOnCall User Exposed
A hack of health care services provider ConnectOnCall exposed the sensitive data of more than 914,000 users, the latest proof point of the growing interest threat actors have in targeting hospitals and other health care organizations. The post Health Care Data of Almost 1 Million ConnectOnCall User Exposed appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Navigating the Future of Secure Code Signing and Cryptography
In today’s interconnected world, the integrity of software has never been more critical. With the increasing reliance on open-source components and the complexities introduced by containerized applications, ensuring trust in software has become a cornerstone of modern security practices. I […] The post Navigating the Future of Secure Code Signing and Cryptography appeared first on…
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North Korean Hackers Stole $1.34 Billion in Crypto in 2024
North Korean hackers stole $1.34 billion in cryptocurrency in 2024, more than half of the $2.2 billion stolen in all crypto hacks, and the attacks by threat groups linked to the rogue nation are becoming more frequent and are happening more quickly. The post North Korean Hackers Stole $1.34 Billion in Crypto in 2024 appeared…
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Human Risk Management: The “Weakest Link” Emerges as Key to Cybersecurity
With technology front and center in virtually all business processes, it may seem counterintuitive to suggest that today’s greatest cybersecurity risks don’t stem from technology, but from people. It’s widely recognized that people pose the greatest risk to data and security. This truth stems from the fact that human risks are much more challenging to manage..…
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CISA Mandates Federal Agencies Secure Their Cloud Environments
CISA is requiring all federal agencies to adopt stronger measures to improve their SaaS configurations and protect their complex cloud environments against growing threats from hackers, who are increasingly targeting third parties like cloud providers. The post CISA Mandates Federal Agencies Secure Their Cloud Environments appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Understanding Virtual Skimmers: A Threat to E-Commerce Security
Virtual skimmers exploit vulnerabilities in websites that process payments online, often without leaving a trace until it’s too late. The post Understanding Virtual Skimmers: A Threat to E-Commerce Security appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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4 Ways To Unleash Speed and Efficiency in the SOC
With the right tools, your SOC will soon run just like a world-class race car pit crew to deliver on the mission that matters the most: Stopping breaches. The post 4 Ways To Unleash Speed and Efficiency in the SOC appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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CrowdStrike Allies With Salt Security to Improve API Security
CrowdStrike and Salt Security have extended their alliance to make it simpler to feed application programming interface (API) security data directly into a security information event management (SIEM) platform. The post CrowdStrike Allies With Salt Security to Improve API Security appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Shielding Your Storefront: How SASE Protects Retailers in a Digital Age
SASE offers a comprehensive and scalable security solution that protects your data, safeguards your customers and empowers you to thrive in the digital age. The post Shielding Your Storefront: How SASE Protects Retailers in a Digital Age appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Enhancing Active Directory Protection Through Strong Password and Access Management
An effective way to improve AD security is to implement both strong password policies and robust permissions management and monitoring. The post Enhancing Active Directory Protection Through Strong Password and Access Management appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Digital Finance: How Do Banks Protect Their Customers’ Money and Data from Cybercriminals?
Cybercriminals are employing increasingly sophisticated methods to access our money and data, making this issue particularly relevant for large European banks, where significant financial assets are concentrated. The post Digital Finance: How Do Banks Protect Their Customers’ Money and Data from Cybercriminals? appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Drowning in Visibility? Why Cybersecurity Needs to Shift from Visibility to Actionable Insight
By focusing on prioritized, actionable insights, security teams can keep pace with the rapid expansion of the attack surface, manage frequent changes across their digital infrastructure and proactively address evolving attack tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs). The post Drowning in Visibility? Why Cybersecurity Needs to Shift from Visibility to Actionable Insight appeared first on Security…
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Snowflake Will Make MFA Mandatory Next Year
Data warehousing firm Snowflake, which saw a lot of user accounts get hacked due to poor security hygiene, is making MFA mandatory for all user accounts by November 2025. The post Snowflake Will Make MFA Mandatory Next Year appeared first on Security Boulevard.