Do you have a culture of security at your organization? No matter your business venture, security should be at the core of the internal operations. Organizational cybersecurity is no easy job and it shouldn’t be the job of just one individual. Unfortunately, every enterprise's number one resource is also their number one threat- their people. By building a culture of security in your organization...

New, emerging ransomware attack methods impact organizations every day. Even though ransomware attacks are changing, it's more likely cybercriminals will use tried and true methods that are already proven to be effective. When it comes to ransomware attacks, low effort and high value tactics are easy to implement and very lucrative. Preventing...

Federal agencies are often high targets of attackers to obtain access to your environment, steal data, or leak information. There are 7 common ways hackers try to get into federal agencies. In this guide you'll get: Descriptions of each type, a couple of which might surprise you Real-world examples of why hackers want data in that way Strategies for...

Getting a higher return on investment with purple teams Red and Blue Teams have historically had an adversarial role, serving to work against one another in order to test an organization's security. However, pitting these teams on opposite sides is no longer an effective strategy. In this guide from security analyst SANS, sponsored by Core Security, we examine how the concept of a Purple Team, and...

Elevate your own ransomware prevention strategy by watching out for these Frequent Mistakes in Ransomware Prevention. This guide touches on a variety of don'ts — from errors in your testing approach to blind spots in your third-party partnerships. Successfully thwarting attackers hinges on what you do as well as what you don't do. Ransomware...

Government Cybersecurity: Establishing Solid Foundations Federal cybersecurity needs can change quickly based on cyberattackers' increasingly damaging methods. Today’s threat landscape requires agencies to embrace proactive vulnerability management measures, such as penetration testing, Red Teaming, and consistent scans and monitoring. While these evolving security demands can be difficult to...

How Do You Find a SIEM Solution That's Right For You? With organizations constantly under the threat of attack, be it through bad actors or inadvertent insiders, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools have become a vital way for security teams to manage potential vulnerabilities proactively based on real-time information. By efficiently relaying actionable intelligences, a SIEM can...

The efficiency of cloud platforms has led to an increased reliance over the years, with many organizations now operating from a "cloud-first" principle. Unfortunately, with all the benefits of the cloud, many have developed blind spots when it comes to security. As the cloud becomes prevalent in nearly every aspect of business, cloud security becomes...

Dynamic infrastructures and evolving threat vectors create a moving target when it comes to cybersecurity. With so many moving parts and headline-grabbing events, it's easy to lose site of the basic dos and don'ts of protecting your organization. We've created this guide to walk you through 10 Cybersecurity Mistakes to Avoid so you can sidestep these...

While any organization is susceptible to cyberattacks, government agencies — federal, regional, state, and local — can be particularly vulnerable due to the highly sensitive data they have access to in order to carry out their duties. But how exactly are cyber attackers managing to breach these agencies and what can be done in order to prevent such attacks? In this guide, explore about 9 common...

There’s a dangerous misconception sweeping the security industry: Hackers and their cunning attacks are more sophisticated than our best efforts to defend against them. It may seem that the skills gap between the attackers and the protectors is so wide and growing so fast that it’s impossible to catch up. But that's not true, thanks to penetration testing. In our guide, we explore: 3 things...

Cyber risks have rapidly developed into a major threat for global economies and enterprises. With little notice, cyber threats have reshaped corporate risk profiles and have transformed cybersecurity from a back-office concern into a foreground corporate priority. Corporate boards and auditors are increasingly zeroing in on cyber risk because of its potential to enhance or destroy financial...

From phishing scams to ransomware, cyber-attacks are growing every day. But something else is growing too – as in the number of Red Teams being built by organizations just like yours. But is a Red Team right for your company? In "How to Build a Red Team" you will learn: The make up of a Red Team The mission of a Red Team Red Teams vs. Penetration Testers Download your copy of How to Build a Red...

Server-level protection from viruses and malware is essential, and PC-based tools won’t cut it. Malware attacks are increasing, including ransomware like CryptoLocker, Locky, and zCrypt. Businesses know anti malware is essential to protecting PCs from malicious programs, but many don’t realize the value of server-level protection until the damage is done. The guide examines the real-world...

You know you need a penetration test. Whether it is from an internal mandate or external compliance requirements, it has to be done. From here, the question is how. Do you leverage software and the analysts you already have, hire an external service provider to do the heavy lifting for you, or use some combination of the two? All are reasonable...

What does offensive security really mean? In today’s world, cyberattacks happen every few seconds and can result in catastrophic damage. In fact, according to the Ponemon Institute, the average cost of a data breach is now $4.4 million globally. How is it that some businesses seem better protected against the harmful, and often long-term, consequences of such threats? It’s the difference between...

Every point in your organization that provides access to data is what’s known as your attack surface. Your attack surface includes both digital and physical endpoints. It’s vital to understand what it is and how to protect it. This guide explores the breadth of the attack surface and how organizations can effectively manage it to reduce risk. ...

As security budgets get cut across the board, hard decisions must be made about what stays and goes. Offensive security (also referred to as “proactive security”) is one of the most effective ways for organizations to audit their security defenses, protect their networks, and stay compliant. Unfortunately, highly trained offensive security personnel are hard to come by. As the need for proactive...

Compliance is so important in today’s business economy (some might say it is the economy of business) because it is the “pass” that allows you to play. Ensure it, and you can play anywhere. Go without it, and you’re benched. From fees to jail time, PR costs to reputational damage, being caught not complying with legal standards for protecting critical systems, information, and proprietary...