Security Operations Centers (SOCs) are critical to protecting organizations against cyber threats. Tasked with monitoring networks, analyzing data, and responding to incidents, these teams rely heavily on threat intelligence to detect and mitigate risks. However, one of the most significant challenges they face is the issue of false positives — when benign activities are flagged as potential threats.

Let’s take a look at how traditional vulnerability assessment (VA) tools compare to those built specifically to assess database security. General vulnerability assessment tools have been in use for more than 25 years, so the technology is mature. However, there are significant differences in the tools available and their specific purposes regarding database security management. Many VA solutions on the market offer general vulnerability assessments, focusing on a wide range of IT assets.

You run a business that handles sensitive customer data. To ensure you’re following industry standards, you diligently work to achieve compliance with relevant laws and regulations, such as HIPAA, SOC 2, or GDPR. You invest in the necessary tools, train your staff, and implement the required security policies. After an exhaustive process, you proudly receive your compliance certification.

It is hard to believe that World IPv6 Launch Day was 12 years ago on 6 June 2012, and while worldwide adoption of IPv6 continues to accelerate, uptake has not been as fast as anticipated. The purpose of the World IPv6 Launch Day was to encourage service providers and web companies to test their services and evaluate their capabilities in the face of the global exhaustion of IPv4 addresses.

With 2025 just around the corner, we have once again reached out to our deep bench of experts to read the tea leaves and give us a sense of the trends and themes that they expect to see emerging in the new year. Here’s what the Netskope experts think is in store for next year.

API calls are the backbone of modern software, enabling applications to communicate and share data seamlessly. However, with this integration comes the challenge of understanding and managing the identities used in API calls. These identities, often tied to authentication and authorization mechanisms, are crucial for determining what data is accessed and exchanged.

Teleport's Database Access Controls (DAC) have always been designed to offer secure, auditable access to databases. But in today's rapidly evolving security landscape, simply having access controls isn't enough. Organizations need more granular control, better visibility, and seamless integration with existing security policies. This post explores how Teleport's latest features—object-level permissions and Teleport Policy integration—address these needs.

As organizations grow and adopt cloud-native technologies, securing digital infrastructure at scale has become increasingly complex. According to the Cloud Security Alliance, 73% of organizations struggle to secure business-critical cloud applications due to misconfigurations and limited risk visibility. Ransomware alone can cost companies millions, and with the rise in cyber threats, even cyber insurance may not fully protect them from repeated attacks.

Whether it’s logging into social media, making an online purchase, or accessing government services, digital IDs are a popular way to verify a person online across various apps and platforms. However, the challenge arises when you need to manage and secure all your digital IDs, like email addresses, credentials, and personal information. Well, the way digital identities are managed today often involves a centralized system like social media apps and platforms, which can leave individuals vulnerable.