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Use of Malicious Links Surges by 133% in Q1, Setting the Tone for the First Half of 2024

Threat actors are opting for malicious links over attachments in email-based attacks because it gives them a critical advantage that many solutions can’t address. Given that a malicious email is the very first step (or close to it) in an attack, it’s critically important that the attack maintain its’ stealth; detecting an attack at this point means an early (and well-deserved) death to the attack itself – something threat actors don’t want to see.

Cyber Essentials Changes for 2025

You may be asking, “why are they changing the questions?” Well, the threat landscape is always changing, so the way we react to those threats needs to change too. This is the only way to make sure that your business stays secure, in addition to it bringing the scheme up-to-date with current security practices. Cyber Essentials will still continue to focus on the five key technical controls which are the best first line of defence against a potential threat.

How To Use an Authenticator App

To use an authenticator app, you will need to choose one that suits your security preferences, scan the QR code or enter the key, securely store your backup codes and sign in to your account. An authenticator app verifies your identity by generating random numeric codes that you will enter with your username and password to access an account.

4 Ways Exchanges Can Create a Competitive Advantage in Today's Market

Download the “4 Ways Exchanges Can Create a Competitive Advantage in Today’s Market” cheat sheet As crypto markets continue to grow, there’s never been more competition for exchanges to grow their retail and institutional user bases. To create a competitive advantage against industry stalwarts (like Coinbase, Binance, or Gemini), exchanges must overcome key challenges that impact their ability to scale, offer differentiated products and services, and remain as secure as possible.

How Did My Bank Account Get Hacked?

If you’ve realized your bank account got hacked, you are most likely panicked and want to secure your finances as soon as possible. You may even be wondering how something like this could have happened to you. Your bank account could have gotten hacked due to various cyber attacks, including brute force, phishing, SIM swapping, credit card skimming or Man-in-the-Middle (MITM).

Backup is Back

Flannel shirts, acid-washed jeans, Polaroid cameras, and vinyl records—these items which were once out of style are now emerging as popular must-haves among the younger generation. In the realm of IT, data backup has always been a necessity. Initially, it represented a compelling concept—storing data in an alternate location to ensure redundancy and failover capabilities in preparation for natural disasters.

Empowering Developers in AppSec: Triage and Collaboration

Historically, security programs have struggled when they fail to include developers and partner teams, often falling into the trap of focusing solely on the security team’s needs. This approach has led to a disconnect between security and development teams, resulting in ineffective vulnerability management and often strained relationships.

5 best practices for executive reporting

In today's complex business landscape, effective executive reporting is not just about sharing information; it's about using the insights to take action and demonstrating the value of your compliance and security efforts. This blog outlines five essential practices to help you refine your reporting skills and ensure your insights resonate with key stakeholders and support informed decision-making. ‍

5 reasons why developers at FinServ institutions are outpacing their security teammates

Advanced biometrics. Seamless onboarding walkthroughs. Cross-platform integrations. Hyper-personalized dashboards. Cleanly designed reports. These are just some of the features today’s users expect from their financial applications, pushing most financial institutions to release them quickly — or risk being outpaced by FinTech disruptors who already do. As a result, development teams must build more quickly, adopting new technologies to stay in step with demanding goals and tight deadlines.