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In a recent webinar on SOAR’s evolving role in security and beyond, I chatted with Andrew Green, Networking & Security Research Analyst at GigaOm. We kicked things off with a brief discussion on Gartner’s Hype Cycle for ITSM report, which described the SOAR category as “obsolete” and prompted some commenters to declare that SOAR is “dead”.

In the world of cloud-native applications, microservices and Kubernetes have become the backbone of modern software architecture. The scalability, flexibility, and orchestration capabilities provided by Kubernetes have revolutionized how applications are built and managed. However, like any powerful tool, Kubernetes introduces complexity, and with complexity comes risk — particularly in the form of security vulnerabilities.

Drivers across the U.S. are being bombarded with fraudulent text messages claiming to come from toll operators like E-ZPass. These messages threaten fines for unpaid toll fees and aim to steal personal and financial information. Security experts warn that these scams are becoming more sophisticated, driven by new phishing tools developed and sold in China.

73% of educational institutions in the UK have sustained at least one cyberattack or breach in the past five years, according to researchers at ESET. Additionally, a fifth of these organizations said they’ve experienced three or more cyberattacks. 43% of the organizations surveyed cited phishing attacks as their top concern.

Transparency in security practices is essential for building trust in today’s interconnected digital world. Organizations that openly share certifications, audit reports, and policies demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding data and adhering to standards. This openness fosters stronger partnerships and sets a benchmark for accountability.