Security | Threat Detection | Cyberattacks | DevSecOps | Compliance

January 2025

Quantum Insights: Hassan Shapourian on realizing quantum's full potential with Cisco Quantum Labs

Outshift by Cisco’s Hassan Shapourian, Software Engineering Technical Leader, shares how we’re pioneering this emerging technology to include major hurdles, how we’re making it happen, and the full potential of quantum computing. Outshift is Cisco’s incubation engine, innovating what's next and new for Cisco products and sharing our expertise on emerging technologies. Discover the latest on cloud native applications, cloud application security, generative AI, quantum networking and security, future-forward tech research, our latest open source projects and more.

Quantum Insights: Head of Quantum Research Reza Nejabati on quantum's potential

Outshift by Cisco’s Head of Quantum Research Reza Nejabati unlocks what we can expect from quantum computing in the next 5 to 10 years from rapid medical discoveries to giant leaps in AI. Outshift is Cisco’s incubation engine, innovating what's next and new for Cisco products and sharing our expertise on emerging technologies. Discover the latest on cloud native applications, cloud application security, generative AI, quantum networking and security, future-forward tech research, our latest open source projects and more.

How Flexible Filters Enhance API Security #CybersecurityTools #SecurityFilters #ThreatAnalysis

Learn how flexible filtering and session context improve API security. Wallarm enables deep analysis of attacks, from failed logins to SQL injections, using response codes and request types. Discover why session context is essential for identifying and preventing threats.

Top 10 Threat Intelligence Jobs in the UK

The global threat intelligence market size was valued at USD 5.80 billion in 2024. The market is projected to grow from USD 6.87 billion in 2025 to USD 24.05 billion by 2032, exhibiting a CAGR of 19.6% during the forecast period. This tremendous growth translates into an increase in both the supply and demand for skilled professionals in threat intelligence.

Treasury Department Breach: A Crucial Reminder for API Security in the Public Sector

The recent cyber breach at the U.S. Treasury Department, linked to state-sponsored Chinese hackers, has set off alarm bells in the public sector. As the investigation continues, this incident reveals a pressing issue that all government agencies must confront: securing their APIs (Application Programming Interfaces).

A data-driven look at the top security tools for startups

As a startup founder, security might not be the first thing on your mind. You’re busy building features, finding product-market fit, and growing your customer base. But security isn’t just a nice to have—it’s essential to helping you hit key milestones faster, from winning larger customers to securing your next round of funding.

Salt Typhoon, The Shadow in the Digital Storm

Salt Typhoon is suspected to be an Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group. Their origins are linked to state-sponsored entities in Asia, leveraging their technical expertise to breach some of the world’s most critical telecom infrastructure. Unlike ransomware groups that aim for monetary gain, Salt Typhoon’s primary objective is espionage, focusing on data theft and surveillance.

Launching Opengrep | Why we forked Semgrep

Last month, Semgrep announced major changes to its OSS project—strategically timed for a Friday, of course ;) Since 2017, Semgrep has been a cornerstone of the open-source security community, offering a code analysis engine and rule repository alongside its SaaS product. But their recent moves raise the question: what does “open” really mean?

CAF-aligned DSPT FAQs for NHS and Healthcare Organisations (2024-2025 and beyond)

Show your customers and supply chain you can manage application risks with secure coding practices. Assess yours before it’s too late. Box-ticking approach to penetration tests is long gone. We help you identify, analyse and remediate vulnerabilities so you don’t see the same pentest report next time.

SecurePortal 2.11 - Single Sign On (SSO) and Requested Upgrades

At Pentest People, we prioritise customer feedback to continually enhance SecurePortal. Based on your suggestions, we are thrilled to introduce two major new features: Single Sign-On (SSO) and Company Tasks, alongside other key improvements. Company Tasks lets you efficiently manage outstanding questionnaires and proposals requiring attention. Easily assign tasks to the most suitable team members within your organisation, ensuring timely action.

Harnessing Cyber Risk Modeling to Navigate Modern Business Threats

‍Embracing cyber risk management during a time in which the average cost of a data breach nearly surpasses $5 million is not merely a strategic option; it’s an absolute imperative. ‍ This calculated move, however, is not as straightforward as deploying an end-point detection solution, for example, or conducting monthly cybersecurity awareness sessions.