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Best Static Analysis Tools for Mobile App Security

Before the introduction of static code analysis tools, securing mobile applications often felt like playing catch-up. Development teams would spend months building features, only to discover critical vulnerabilities late in the release cycle. This last-minute scramble to fix security issues delayed product launches and stretched resources thin—adding more pressure on developers and security teams.

Healthcare, Finance, and Utility Security: Meeting Data Compliance Standards Across Industries

Organizations across different industries are subject to diverse regulatory compliance frameworks, each with stringent requirements. In the healthcare, finance, and utility sectors, these standards are particularly critical due to the high sensitivity of data and the potential consequences of breaches or non-compliance. Protegrity’s data compliance platform simplifies meeting regulatory requirements by employing encryption, tokenization, and data masking.

What are Active Directory Service Accounts?

Just like human users, computer programs also need access to resources on a network to function properly. There’s a difference in how these two groups—individuals and programs—access these resources, though. While humans utilize user accounts, computer programs use Active Directory service accounts.

SAML vs OAuth Comparison: Similarities & Differences

SAML (Security Assertion Markup Language) and OAuth (Open Authorization) are two of the most common user authentication and authorization protocols. Both of them help manage identity and access using tokens, but they serve different purposes and operate in different contexts. This blog explains the key similarities and differences between SAML and OAuth and the specific use cases where they are most commonly employed.

How to Stay Cyber Safe on Social Media

Safe social media usage is crucial in today’s interconnected world, primarily due to the growing risks associated with online interactions. One of the first steps to ensure safety is to utilise privacy settings effectively. Adjusting these settings allows you to control who sees your posts and personal information, significantly reducing the risk of your data falling into the wrong hands. Managing your digital footprint is equally important.

Web Application Testing: Best Practices for Secure Applications

Web Application Testing is a comprehensive process designed to evaluate various aspects of a web application, including functionality, performance, security, and usability. This critical step in the web development lifecycle helps identify potential issues before end-users engage with the application, ensuring a smoother user experience and reducing the risk of failures post-launch.

CVE-2024-50388: Critical OS Command Injection Vulnerability in QNAP HBS 3 Hybrid Backup Sync

On October 29, 2024, QNAP issued a security advisory regarding a critical OS command injection vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-50388. Discovered by researchers at the Pwn2Own conference, this vulnerability affects HBS 3 Hybrid Backup Sync, a backup and disaster recovery solution used by organizations for secure data protection across multiple locations. The flaw allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands.

DORA vs. NIS2 vs. PSD2: Navigating the Evolving Regulatory Landscape

The legal and regulatory landscape is constantly evolving, continually intensifying the demands placed on organizations. As well as meeting the requirements of existing regulations such as the Payment Services Directive 2 (PSD2), companies must contend with the upcoming introduction of the Network and Information Security Directive or NIS2 (Directive (EU) 2022/2555) and the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA).

Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) Vulnerability

Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) is a protocol developed by Microsoft, providing the user access to remotely connect with another computer. Microsoft’s remote desktop protocol is one of the best currently available in the market, working efficiently with an effortless graphical user interface (GUI). It can be used between multiple Windows Operating Systems and Devices. This article discussed RDP protocol security and current RDP vulnerabilities.

Best Practices for Protecting Drone Data in Commercial Applications

Hey there, tech enthusiasts and masters of the skies! With the soaring ascent of drones in commercial applications, it's not just about nailing the perfect aerial shot anymore-it's also about locking down that precious data. Drones are busy bees, collecting loads of info that need protection just as much as any ground-based data trove. We've all heard the horror stories of data breaches resulting in hefty fines and reputational damage. That's why I'm here to guide you through the labyrinth of drone data security, helping your business keep its digital treasures under a virtual lock and key.