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Securing HTTP requests is crucial when developing Go applications to prevent vulnerabilities like Server-Side Request Forgery (SSRF). SSRF occurs when an attacker manipulates a server to make unintended requests, potentially accessing internal services or sensitive data. We will explore how to secure HTTP requests by employing URL parsing and validation techniques, and provide example code to fortify the http.Get HTTP GET request handler.

The Verizon 2024 Data Breach Investigations Report found that system intrusion is the leading attack pattern for the third consecutive year, accounting for 36% of breaches. System intrusion largely consists of a threat actor using hacking techniques and malware to infiltrate the victim organization. Following a successful intrusion, the attacker continues on a multi-stage process: The longer an attacker remains undetected, the greater their opportunity to find a target and extract data.

Protecting your business from cyber threats today means building a stronger tomorrow. As we see firsthand, the digital backdrop has grown increasingly complex, and with it, the risks businesses face daily. AI-powered threats are more sophisticated, making it critical for organizations to evolve their cybersecurity strategies.

If you’re part of Amazon Web Services Enterprise Discount Program (AWS EDP), we can help you make the most of your EDP commitment. That’s because you can burn down some of the amount you’ve committed to spend by leveraging 11:11 solutions and services.

Cyberattackers are exploring stealthier and more sophisticated methods to infiltrate cloud environments. From exploiting misconfigurations to leveraging stolen credentials, adversaries are skilled at evading detection. Cloud logs are invaluable in helping organizations identify potential threats before they can cause damage.

Update: Dec 11, 2024. Find the latest information in our follow-up security bulletin. On December 7, 2024, Arctic Wolf began observing a novel campaign exploiting Cleo Managed File Transfer (MFT) products across several customer environments. Initial indications of malicious activity in this campaign were identified as early as October 19, with a sharp increase in early December.