Zero trust has become one of modern security’s most prominent strategies. Zero trust architecture is based on the fundamental idea that every network, user, and system must be verified consistently, instead of granting trust based on past access. Although zero trust is a commonly accepted practice today, it’s important to understand the pivotal role that the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) plays in defining zero trust architecture and other cybersecurity frameworks.

Technological advances usually lead to a brighter future. While that may be true, these developments could also be used to refine and increase cybersecurity scams. Attackers do not care about who they target as long as they get people's and establishments' information and credentials. Cybersecurity professionals must be aware of the current scams plaguing the digital world and how to combat them. Here are a few examples and their implications for the future.

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In today’s cloud-native ecosystems, effective configuration security is essential. Containers and Kubernetes clusters operate in dynamic environments with multiple interconnected risk vectors, making security more complex than in traditional IT environments. Misconfigurations can lead to vulnerabilities, breaches, and compliance issues, putting applications and data at risk.

Companies may scale their cloud resources in pursuit of product, cost, or process innovation. However, this does not come without a cost of its own. The resulting infrastructure complexity, created from a growing sprawl of access silos, can introduce friction into engineer and security workflows.

Cyber resilience is a constant topic of concern in technology and cybersecurity, as it approaches security from the standpoint of assuming that attacks are inevitable rather than solely attempting to prevent them. Layered cybersecurity is crucial to ensure comprehensive defense against a wide range of threats.

When I was younger, I played a variety of team sports and enjoyed competing against opponents with my teammates. Winning was always a matter of applying sound tactics and strategy, attacking and defending well and using a blend of skill, talent and luck.

Why are we talking about scoping? For defense contractors, subcontractors, or suppliers, the surest path to CMMC Level 2 certification success depends heavily on an accurately defined CUI boundary, or “CMMC assessment scope”. The wait may be over, as the DoD has finalized its expectations of the CMMC program, but the lion’s share of defense contractors are just getting started, many with a heavier lift than others.

Did you know that during the past year, DDoS attacks have increased by 117%? Industries including retail, shipping, and public relations have been the most impacted by this increase, with businesses seeing significant disruptions during peak shopping seasons like Black Friday. Businesses must understand how to stop these attacks as they become increasingly common and complex.

Backups can act as a safety net for DevOps. They help to keep important data safe and ensure smooth workflow and business resilience in the midst of a disaster. However, which backup method is the most efficient one? There are different options for backing up your DevOps stack which range from basic scripts put together by internal IT teams to advanced solutions provided by professional backup vendors.