Security | Threat Detection | Cyberattacks | DevSecOps | Compliance

Automation has the capacity to transform the way IT teams operate, from automated threat hunting to automated patching. However, not all organisations are making the most of its capabilities. In fact, many IT teams are suffering from ineffective automation strategies.

Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) are increasingly frustrated with their External Risk solutions, and for good reason. The tools they rely on are often not designed with their unique needs in mind, leading to stagnation rather than growth.

Security isn’t a wall to fortify; it’s a living system that adapts, learns, and reacts. The weakest link isn’t just outdated software, misconfigured access, or even human behaviour and inefficient processes but the blind spots created at their convergence, driven by fragmented decision-making, unchecked complexity, and the illusion of control.

As organizations worldwide race to transform themselves digitally in a cloud-first world, many are doing so to the detriment of their businesses by failing to assess the security risks posed by their cloud applications and services. This oversight is not only a security issue but a core business risk that differentiates market leaders from those who are sure to face expensive setbacks and regulatory headaches.

Sam Altman’s recently published “Reflections” blog is one of those pieces that made me stop mid-scroll and wonder, “We’re really right in it, aren’t we?” Part think piece, part reality check, it’s a fascinating article that balances enthusiasm for AI’s potential with the very real warning signs flashing over all our heads.

The Domain Name System (DNS) is a fundamental component of the Internet, translating human-friendly domain names into IP addresses that computers use to communicate. While its primary function is straightforward, DNS servers play a crucial role in both the performance and security of online activities.

We are pleased to announce the strategic partnership between Kovrr and metafinanz. This collaboration brings together Kovrr’s on-demand cyber risk quantification (CRQ) solution and the expertise of the Munich-based business and IT consulting company metafinanz in delivering tailored CRQ services. Together, we are expanding our ability to help organizations in the DACH region strengthen cyber resilience and meet growing regulatory demands.

Riscosity’s web application navigation menus have been redesigned to make common user workflows easier than ever. Users will benefit from the more intuitive layout that will allow them to get to where they need to go seamlessly.

Shadow technology, regardless of name, is a manifestation of the same issue - unmonitored, unauthorized, or hidden technology operating outside official oversight. Over the past ten years, with the adoption of SaaS services, Shadow IT became a significant concern for security teams. With the more recent explosion of AI tools, we’ve started to hear the term Shadow AI being used for the same reasons.

Organizations face an increasingly complex landscape of risks in a business environment. From cybersecurity threats to regulatory challenges, the need for robust risk management and effective controls remediation has never been more critical. This article explores the vital process of control remediation planning, offering a strategic roadmap for mitigating risks, enhancing compliance, and safeguarding organizational success.