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Cyber risk quantification (CRQ) can be an invaluable tool. The ability to put a number to cyber risk aids in communicating with board members, planning strategic investments, calculating the return on investment of cybersecurity spending, and right-sizing cybersecurity insurance coverage. However, many organizations avoid taking advantage of CRQ due to some common misconceptions.

Johns Hopkins is one of the leading teaching hospitals that serve approximately 500 medical students annually while caring for tens of thousands of patients. The facility has a total of 1091 beds and serves patients in primary care and trauma care, along with several specialties. The facility is located in Baltimore, Maryland, and because it serves so many students and patients, it stores a huge amount of personal and medical data. Some of that data was just released because of a breach.

While cryptocurrencies have been celebrated for their potential to revolutionize finance, their anonymous nature has also been exploited for illicit activities. From drug dealing and arms trafficking to funding terrorism, black market activities have thrived under the cloak of cryptocurrency's pseudonymity. According to a report by Chainalysis in 2023, around $21 billion in crypto transactions were linked to illegal activities.

Microsoft 365 Secure Score is a comprehensive security analytics tool for a single tenant. It uses a score-based approach to provide actionable recommendations to enhance security. However, MSPs should be aware that the scoring process fails to fit the needs of scaling MSPs in terms of business exceptions, managing multiple clients, remediation and alerting, not to mention making an assessment which is independent of MS upselling.

Digital technology is becoming an increasingly essential part of nearly every industry, and supply chains are no exception. In recent years, supply chains have become more dependent on digital solutions, from manufacturing, packing, and shipping processes, to storing records in the cloud. While digital technology increases speed, efficiency, and interconnectivity across industries, this increased complexity can also lead to higher gaps in cybersecurity.

A software bill of materials (SBOM) is a comprehensive, structured inventory of all components, libraries, and dependencies used within a software product or application. It typically includes information about the names, versions, and licensing details of each component.

Learn how your secrets management can affect your DevOps performance, measured by DORA metrics, as well as increase your risk as an organization.

In the ever-evolving landscape of cloud security, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM) plays a critical role in safeguarding your AWS resources. By following IAM best practices, you can fortify your cloud environment, mitigate risks, and maintain granular control over access permissions. In this quick guide, we will review essential IAM best practices, from implementing least privilege to leveraging advanced features.

Ah, the exhilarating world of penetration testing! It's like being a burglar, but with a legal and moral compass guiding your actions. In this article, we'll delve into the realm of successful penetration testing and equip you with five practical tips to make your hacking endeavors truly impactful. So, grab your virtual lockpicks and let's get started!

In the past two weeks, three new vulnerabilities in the the MOVEit file transfer software have been discovered, including one over the weekend. The MOVEit file transfer software is used by around 1700 organizations worldwide. As in most cases when supply chain modules are being compromised, the impact is lethal as big companies such as the BBC and Zellis have been targeted.