Following the release of Core Security's 2024 Penetration Testing Report, Chris Reffkin, Fortra's CISO, shares pen testing best practices and more in an interview with itnerd. Chris discusses the role of pen testing in: • Prioritized remediation, especially when security teams aren't at full strength • Robust patch management programs • Phishing threats• Cost effective offensive...

MINNEAPOLIS – Aug 9, 2023 – Global cybersecurity software and services provider Fortra today announced new integrations for its offensive security solutions that streamline capabilities for vulnerability management, penetration testing, and red teaming. Working together, the solutions apply the same techniques used by threat actors to identify and exploit gaps in an organizations’ security. With...

MINNEAPOLIS (September 1, 2022)—Fortra announced today the acquisition of Outflank, a well-regarded IT security leader with deep expertise in adversary simulation; specialist cyber security trainings; and a unique cloud-based software offering for red teams, Outflank Security Tooling (OST). Based in Amsterdam, the team of experts works with prominent financial institutions, multinational firms and...

Following the release of Core Security’s Ransomware Simulator, Mark Bell, Managing Director of Infrastructure Protection at Fortra, shares vulnerability management best practices and more in an interview with e-ChannelNews. Mark discusses: • The importance of pen testing as a vulnerability management best practice. • The different ways organizations can use pen testing• The difference...

MINNEAPOLIS (PRWEB) JULY 12, 2022 Core Security by Fortra, a leading provider of cyber threat solutions, today announced the addition of ransomware simulation to its penetration testing solution, Core Impact. Using an automated Rapid Pen Test, Core Impact users can now efficiently simulate a ransomware attack. An Increased Need to Prepare for Ransomware Attacks According to the 2023 Penetration...

MINNEAPOLIS —April 8, 2022—Fortra announced today the acquisition of Terranova Security, a leader in global phishing simulation and security awareness training. Available in more than 40 languages, Terranova Security’s platform and content incorporates gamification techniques to increase engagement and knowledge retention. This approach enables all organizations to hone employee cyberattack...

MINNEAPOLIS —March 23, 2022— Core Security by Fortra today announced the results of its third annual pen testing survey. The 2023 Penetration Testing Report identifies industry trends, top security concerns and provides a close look at how cybersecurity professionals are using pen testing in the field. • Three quarters of respondents agree that pen testing is important to their security...

Excerpt: Originally published in PenTest Magazine. Written by Pablo Zurro, Cybersecurity Product Manager. "Though the never-ending challenges of cybersecurity can sometimes feel overwhelming, it does ensure that pentesters are rarely bored. In fact, one of the best parts about being a pentester is that there is always more to learn—curiosity isn’t just encouraged, it’s required. In order to foster...

Managed detection and response (MDR) forms new cornerstone of Fortra's cybersecurity portfolio MINNEAPOLIS March 9, 2022—Fortra announced today it has signed a merger agreement to acquire Alert Logic, a well-known leader in managed detection and response (MDR) services. Alert Logic works as a seamless extension of security teams, augmenting existing cybersecurity resources and technology to...

Originally published on CPO Magazine. Written by Mieng Lim, VP Product Management at Fortra. Excerpt: The past year has shown organizations that uncertainty and a transformed reality are the new normal in business. While remote work was intended as a temporary response to the global pandemic, it is now considered a regular part of the business environment—fundamentally altering the way companies...

Educational Program Brings Penetration Testing Software and Cybersecurity Concepts to College and University Classrooms MINNEAPOLIS (December 8, 2021)—Fortra, a cybersecurity and automation software company, today announced the launch of the Fortra Educational Partner Program. The program aims to facilitate cybersecurity learning and knowledge sharing by providing educators and cyber team...

Originally published on CSOonline.com. Excerpt: Another thing most of our experts agreed on: pen testers need to "think different," going beyond book smarts about computers and instead using lateral thinking to approach the problems they face in breaking into target networks. "At the core of the 'soft skills' is the ability to think off script," says Doug Britton, CEO of Haystack Solutions. "You...

Digital Guardian strengthens Fortra's data security portfolio with SaaS and managed service-enabled endpoint, network, and cloud data loss prevention. MINNEAPOLIS, October 27, 2021—Fortra announced today the acquisition of Digital Guardian, the industry’s only SaaS provider of data loss prevention (DLP) solutions for large and mid-sized organizations. Digital Guardian’s solutions give customers...

Digital Risk Protection platform delivers curated threat intelligence and complete threat mitigation across digital risk landscape MINNEAPOLIS, October 19, 2021—Fortra announced today the acquisition of PhishLabs, a leading cyber threat intelligence company that protects organizations from attacks on their brands, employees, and digital assets. PhishLabs sources...

Originally published on pcmag.com. Excerpt: The smartest firewalls intercept these exploit attacks at the network level, so they never even reach your computer. Even for those that don't scan at the network level, in many cases the antivirus component wipes out the exploit's malware payload. We use the Core Impact penetration tool to hit each test system with about 30 recent exploits and record...

The Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal is announcing the second round of its 2021 Women in Business honorees, including executives from large corporations and entrepreneurs who have launched startups. See the list of second round honorees here: https://bizj.us/1qb234 ...

Originally published on Information Age. Excerpt: Ensuring adequate protection against the wave of new security threats facing every size and shape of business became paramount, and challenged CISOs to balance reduced budgets and staff against the requirement for increased technology investment. Within this, penetration testing has played a vital role in ensuring organizational security...

MINNEAPOLIS (May 6, 2021) – Fortra today announced that funds managed by Harvest Partners SCF, LP (“HP SCF”), the non-control private equity strategy of Harvest Partners, LP, have signed a definitive agreement to lead a minority investment in Fortra. HP SCF will join existing investors TA Associates (“TA”), Charlesbank Capital Partners (“Charlesbank”), HGGC and Fortra employees to propel the...

Originally published on Beta News. Excerpt: COVID-19 threw the spotlight on cybersecurity like never before. The unprecedented global shift to remote working and subsequent surge in cyber crime, drove a priority focus amongst business leaders to ensure a robust cybersecurity posture across every part of their newly extended network. Many organizations had to make this transition rapidly, which...

MINNEAPOLIS (April 22, 2021)—Fortra announced recently that its BuildIT virtual user conference will provide a fresh perspective on reducing IT complexity through advancements in security and automation. The agenda delves into pressing topics such as data security, achieving regulatory compliance, tackling the evolving threat landscape, leveraging intelligent automation, supporting remote...