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A Complete Guide to IT Risk Assessment

Most IT audit risk assessments fail because they treat risk as something to mitigate, not leverage. This leads to bloated reports, rigid frameworks, and security initiatives that slow innovation instead of driving it. Risk isn’t just a security concern—it’s a business decision. The best CTOs approach risk like an investment portfolio, with some risks to be minimized, but others that can be accepted or embraced for competitive advantage.

Top IoT Security Platform for MSSPs: What to Look for in 2025

An IoT security platform helps protect connected devices from cyber threats. This article covers the key features to look for in these platforms and how to choose the best one for your needs in 2025. Additionally, the importance of data privacy in IoT security platforms cannot be overstated.

Fixing AppSec's Data Problem: Context-Driven Security for Smarter Risk Management #short

Mend.io, formerly known as Whitesource, has over a decade of experience helping global organizations build world-class AppSec programs that reduce risk and accelerate development -– using tools built into the technologies that software and security teams already love. Our automated technology protects organizations from supply chain and malicious package attacks, vulnerabilities in open source and custom code, and open-source license risks.

Securing AI: How Mend.io & OWASP Are Making AI Safer for Enterprises #securitymanagement #shorts

Mend.io, formerly known as Whitesource, has over a decade of experience helping global organizations build world-class AppSec programs that reduce risk and accelerate development -– using tools built into the technologies that software and security teams already love. Our automated technology protects organizations from supply chain and malicious package attacks, vulnerabilities in open source and custom code, and open-source license risks.

Critical Security Threats Facing Governments Agencies

The cybersecurity risks facing government agencies have evolved dramatically in recent years. Foreign actors, criminal organizations, and malicious insiders are significant threats to sensitive operations and infrastructure. Agency leaders must focus on comprehensive security strategies that address sophisticated external attacks and potential insider risks.

Examining the NIS2 Directive: The UK perspective

The EU’s NIS2 directive came into force on October 17, 2024. Notis Iliopoulos, VP MRC. Obrela explores the latest cyber resilience Directive’s pros and cons and suggests an alternative route the UK government might consider in developing its cybersecurity framework post-Brexit. The NIS2 Directive, which builds upon the original Network and Information Systems (NIS) Directive, aims to enhance the cybersecurity posture of critical sectors across the European Union.

SquareX Discloses Browser-Native Ransomware that Puts Millions at Risk

From WannaCry to the MGM Resorts Hack, ransomware remains one of the most damaging cyberthreats to plague enterprises. Chainalysis estimates that corporations spend nearly $1 billion dollars on ransom each year, but the greater cost often comes from the reputational damage and operational disruption caused by the attack.

15 Security Breaches Caused By Employees & How To Prevent Them

Your company invested millions in firewalls and security software, but your greatest vulnerability sits at a desk within your own walls and collects paychecks. Employee-caused security breaches—whether through negligence, lack of training, or malicious intent—account for 68% of data breaches each year. Even a single weak password or misclicked link can open the floodgates to data loss, financial damage, and reputational fallout.

EP 4 - AI-Powered Fraud: Redefining the Identity Threat Landscape

Imagine receiving an urgent email from your bank that looks perfectly legitimate. It warns you of a suspicious transaction and prompts you to verify your identity. You hesitate but click, and suddenly, your credentials are compromised. This scenario, crafted by AI-powered fraud-as-a-service, is happening now.