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The 443 Podcast - Episode 305 - The White House Tackles BGP Security

This week on the podcast, we discuss guidance published by the US White House Office of the National Cyber Director that lays out a roadmap for addressing key security concerns in the BGP routing protocol. Before that, we cover a security research post from Jfrog detailing a new python package hijacking method under active exploitation as well as an analysis of the Microsoft Windows Wi-Fi driver remote code execution vulnerability patched last June.

65% of companies with shadow IT suffer data loss

The rise of SaaS applications and solutions has revolutionized the way we work. However, the unsanctioned use of these tools, known as shadow IT and shadow SaaS, poses a significant risk to corporate networks. A recent study reveals that the top risks associated with these practices include data loss (65%), lack of visibility and control (62%), and data breaches (52%). In fact, one in ten companies surveyed suspect that the use of tools without the consent of their IT teams has led to a data breach.

Are TP-Link's Days Numbered? | The 443 Podcast

This week on #the443podcast, we discuss the US government's push to investigate the risks that TP-Link network devices introduce to national security. Before that, we give an update on the NPD data breach from last week as well as the threat actor behind it. We also discuss an ongoing cyber incident at the Port of Seattle.

The 443 Podcast - Episode 304 - Are TP-Link's Days Numbered?

This week on the podcast, we discuss the US government's push to investigate the risks that TP-Link network devices introduce to national security. Before that, we give an update on the NPD data breach from last week as well as the threat actor behind it. We also discuss an ongoing cyber incident at the Port of Seattle. The 443 Security Simplified is a weekly podcast that gets inside the minds of leading white-hat hackers and security researchers, covering the latest cybersecurity headlines and trends.

NIS 2 Cybersecurity Risk Management Measures Explained

The Network and Information Systems Directive 2 (NIS 2) is a cornerstone of European cybersecurity regulation, imposing stringent requirements on critical infrastructure sectors. To ensure their resilience, NIS 2 mandates specific cybersecurity risk management measures. Let's break down these ten essential measures and understand their implications.

Hacker Summer Camp 2024 | The 443 Podcast

Our very own Corey Nachreiner and Marc Laliberte took on BlackHat and DEFCON this year, and they’ve got all the insider scoop! From cutting-edge tech to interesting hacks, they’re breaking down the coolest moments from both events. Ready to geek out? Binge-watch all three action-packed episodes now in our bio.

This New Wi-Fi Attack Can Intercept Data Traffic

The growing complexity of networks and connected devices makes implementing effective cybersecurity an increasingly complicated task. While businesses have shown more awareness of the need to elevate their security posture in recent years, several fundamental cyber hygiene issues still need to be addressed.

The 443 Podcast - Episode 303 - Leaking Every American's SSN

This week on the podcast, we cover the National Public Data breach that may have leaked every American's social security number. After that, we discuss research from TALOS on how attackers can abuse Microsoft applications on macOS to gain access to your camera and microphone. We end the episode by discussing recent research on how attackers are attempting to evade Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tools.

WatchGuard Wins in the CRN 2024 Annual Report Card (ARC) Awards

We’re pleased to announce that WatchGuard Technologies won two award categories in CRN’s 2024 Annual Report Card (ARC) program, from CRN, a brand of The Channel Company! These awards honor technology vendors who are committed to growing the IT channel through technology innovation and partner relationships.