Security | Threat Detection | Cyberattacks | DevSecOps | Compliance

When it comes to software development, security is a necessary element. That is why we will analyze GitHub Advanced Security and how Jira supports this DevSecOps feature. GitHub Advanced Security brings a range of tools to the table, such as code scanning, secret scanning, and dependency review – customized to identify vulnerabilities before they escalate. Jira integrates project management, turning the complex task of tracking and managing security issues into a streamlined process.

A relatively new strain of ransomware called DragonForce has making the headlines after a series of high-profile attacks. Like many other ransomware groups, DragonForce attempts to extort money from its victims in two ways - locking companies out of their computers and data through encryption, and exfiltrating data from compromised systems with the threat of releasing it to others via the dark web.

Zero Trust and the Principle of Least Privilege are security models designed to improve security posture by restricting unnecessary access to systems and data. Both models are a reliable way to limit access to resources and tighten your security measures.

Foresiet Security Intelligence has recently uncovered the Nitrogen campaign, which has set its sights on numerous organizations within the technology and non-profit sectors across North America. While Foresiet managed to intercept the infections before significant hands-on-keyboard activity took place, there are strong indications that threat actors are leveraging this infection chain to establish compromised environments for deploying ransomware.

Researchers at BlueVoyant observed a 50% increase in large-scale malvertising campaigns in 2023 compared to 2022. “Fraudulent search engine ads appear as benign advertisements, almost indistinguishable from legitimate ones,” the researchers write. “This makes ads a highly effective distribution mechanism since users often rely on the top search result rather than directly typing in a domain.

As the April 15, 2024 filing deadline approaches, tax scammers are working overtime to take advantage of rushed or stressed taxpayers. This tax season, scammers have adopted more sophisticated techniques - particularly leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to disguise their schemes. However, remaining vigilant and taking some simple precautions can help you avoid becoming a victim.

In a time where cyber threats evolve as swiftly as the technologies they target, organizations need a strategic approach to rise above the noise while effectively reducing risk. Enter Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM) — a paradigm-shift in cybersecurity introduced by Gartner. In this article, we compare and contrast CTEM with a closely related, traditional approach – vulnerability management – and discuss practical ways to apply CTEM in your organization.

If you spend quite a bit of time in the command line, working with Docker images and containers locally to build and test them, you might be in the mood for some power-user Docker commands. We're skipping the basics and diving straight into the lesser-known yet highly effective commands that can significantly improve your Docker experience.

JumpCloud’s MSP partners are at the forefront of providing essential IT services to small and medium-sized businesses globally. In our interview series, we delve into conversations with these partners, exploring the dynamics of their MSPs and how JumpCloud plays a pivotal role in their operations. In today’s feature, we had the opportunity to speak with Chris Notley of FIFUM.

The internet has become an indispensable part of daily work, enabling greater flexibility, productivity, and communication. However, connecting to the internet introduces new challenges, particularly in terms of security. With cyber threats evolving constantly, organizations face the daunting task of protecting their users and network from a multitude of risks, including phishing websites, malware downloads, and access to sites that violate acceptable use policies.