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FedRAMP "In Process": What It Means and How to Get Listed

FedRAMP, the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program, is a way for cloud service providers to undergo auditing, scrutiny, and testing to validate their security. This security encompasses primarily information security but also user authorization and authentication, physical security, and more.

How to navigate the rapid changes and consolidation in the SIEM and security analytics market

The security solutions landscape is evolving at a breakneck pace, with significant acquisitions reshaping the market. Notably, Palo Alto Networks has acquired IBM's QRadar product line, and Exabeam and LogRhythm have announced their merger. These moves echo Cisco's previous acquisition of Splunk, highlighting a trend where major players like AWS, Microsoft, Cisco, Palo Alto Networks, and CrowdStrike are consolidating their positions in the SIEM and security analytics space.

8 out of 10 Organizations Experience a Cyber Attack and Attribute Users as the Problem

Regardless of whether your environment is on-premises, in the cloud or hybrid, new data makes it clear that users are the top cybersecurity concern, and we cover what you can do about it. According to Netwrix’s 2024 Hybrid Security Trends Report, 79% of organizations experience one or more security incidents in the last 12 months. This is a 16% increase from the previous year, demonstrating that attacks are not subsiding one bit and that they are increasingly successful.

Detecting the STRRAT Malware Family

In this edition of Corelight’s Hunt of the Month blog, we bring you a STRRAT malware detector. In recent months STRRAT has become one of the top malware families submitted to Any.Run’s malware sandbox: STRRAT is a Java-based remote access tool (RAT) that uses a plugin architecture to provide full remote access to an attacker, as well as credential stealing, key logging, and additional plugins.

The Best VPN Alternative for Businesses

Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) are used by businesses to secure remote access to systems and encrypt employees’ internet traffic. However, while VPNs add some level of protection for distributed workforces, they aren’t enough to keep your business and employees safe from common cyber threats since they make internal tracking of users complex, lack adequate protection and don’t scale in a remote work environment.

Threat Profiles: Figuring Out Which Threats Matter

In a typical security operations center (SOC), the threat detection and response teams have one key objective: identify and stop the bad guys. To do so, they invest in the best tools, recruit the best team members, and work tirelessly to stay ahead of any potential security incidents that might be on the horizon.

Smartphones: The Usual Suspects in Car Accident Cases

Smartphones have become such an integral part of our way of life that we cannot seem to do anything without them. We're always chatting, answering calls, going through social media, etc., and the most dangerous part is that we even do these things while driving. Such an action can be categorized as distracted driving, which is engaging in other activities as a driver that distract you from paying attention to the road.

The Dangers of Credit Cards That Many People Ignore

The rise of credit cards has undoubtedly made our lives easier in many ways. With just a swipe or tap, we can purchase goods and services without carrying around cash. However, there's always the risk of falling into credit card debt. In fact, according to a recent study, the average American household carries over $6,000 in credit card debt. In this article, we will discuss the dangers of credit cards that many people ignore. We will also discuss how a credit card debt defense attorney can assist in managing this type of debt.

What is a Third-Party Risk Assessment in Cybersecurity?

A third-party risk assessment pulls risk vendor risk data to help cybersecurity teams understand how to best mitigate supplier risks. Though the field of Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) is evolving to prioritize compliance, security, and supply chain risk, third-party risk assessments could also be used to uncover an organization’s exposure to financial, operational, and reputational risks stemming from its third-party network. Learn how UpGuard streamlines Third-Party Risk Management >

AWS WAF vs. AppTrana WAF

AWS WAF, a widely used security tool from Amazon Web Services, is a web application firewall designed to safeguard web application servers against various online threats. The tight integration of AWS WAF with key AWS services, including Amazon CloudFront CDN, Application Load Balancer (ALB), and Amazon API Gateway, ensures a comprehensive security approach. AWS WAF can also protect services offered by other providers as long as the content is delivered via the CloudFront distribution network.