Security information and event management (SIEM) tools do a huge amount of security heavy lifting. A central record of millions of events, security operation centres (SOCs) rely on SIEMs for everything from compliance to threat detection and response. But as anyone who has ever worked in a SOC will testify, SIEMs have blindspots and problems—lots of them (Read our Head of Technology, Brad Freeman’s account of using a SIEM).
As an Application Security (AppSec) leader, one of the most significant challenges you might face is securing management support for your program. This lack of support often results in under-resourced AppSec teams feeling frustrated and unable to make a meaningful impact. To foster an environment where your team feels valued and prevents burnout, AppSec leaders must prioritize gaining additional resources. In many organizations, security tends to climb the priority ladder slowly, requiring AppSec leaders to put in extra effort to secure the necessary approvals. Here are three strategies that can help you win management buy-in and create a better environment for your team.
Your digital footprint, also known as a digital shadow or electronic footprint, encompasses the traces of data you leave behind while navigating the online world. This includes your visited websites, sent emails, and submitted information. By understanding digital footprints, we can effectively track online activities and devices associated with individuals.
Launching a mobile app in Bahrain, whether for iOS or Android, requires careful consideration of security measures. According to the World Bank, mobile phone penetration in Bahrain reached 131% of the population in 2021. This indicates that there were more mobile phone subscriptions than the total population, suggesting that many individuals in Bahrain own multiple mobile devices or have multiple subscriptions.
While cyberattacks have been on the rise in recent years, one of the biggest threats to organizations’ cybersecurity is fatigue in the IT team, which leads to burnout syndrome. Gartner predicts that half of security managers will change jobs by 2025 due to industry-wide burnout. A recent study reveals that 66% of cybersecurity professionals in Europe claim to have experienced fatigue during 2022. In addition, 51% say they have worked more than four hours extra a week above their scheduled hours.
