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The Growing Threat: Cybersecurity Challenges for SMBs in 2025

The Growing Threat: Cybersecurity Challenges for SMBs in 2025

Jun 4, 2025 By SecuritySenses In SecuritySenses
Hackers no longer target only the large players. In fact, cyberattacks on small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are becoming increasingly prevalent, with greater accuracy, frequency, and impact. Whether you operate an e-boutique or an offshore-first marketing firm, cyber threats are pounding at your virtual door-and they're not knocking, they're demanding entry. So, what's new? And why are SMBs now such tempting targets? Let's get to the bottom of it.
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protecto

DeepSight by Protecto: AI-Native Sensitive Data Detection for Developers

Jun 3, 2025 By Anwita Dhar In Protecto
Thanks to a wide range of use cases that automate manual activities, enterprises are rushing to integrate GenAI into their IT stack, only to realize they’ve hit a privacy wall. A concerning number of use cases involve the use of sensitive data like PII and PHI, risking data privacy and compliance. Enterprises today are becoming increasingly aware of these multifaceted risks associated with unfiltered AI usage and turning to the common solution available in the market – AI privacy tools.
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1Password

Device security beyond MDM: Why Omdia recommends Extended Access Management

Jun 3, 2025 By Elaine Atwell In 1Password
Omdia, a global analyst and advisory leader, recently released a report called “How Extended Access Management (XAM) closes the gaps in security.” The report defines the challenges of modern access management as: These unmanaged forms of access create an Access-Trust Gap: The security risks posed by unfederated identities, unmanaged devices, applications, and AI-powered tools accessing company data without proper governance controls.
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appsentinels

REST API Response Best Practices: Building Trust, Security, and Efficiency Into Every Interaction

Jun 3, 2025 By AppSentinels In AppSentinels
REST APIs are the arteries of today’s digital ecosystems, silently exchanging data between countless applications, users, and devices. Yet, in the race to protect endpoints, authenticate users, and encrypt payloads, the security nuances of API responses are often overlooked. This oversight leaves a dangerous gap where attackers don’t need to break in; they simply listen, observe, and exploit what’s willingly given away.
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appsentinels

Abnormal API Security: Elevating Your Organization's Cybersecurity Posture

Jun 3, 2025 By AppSentinels In AppSentinels
In today’s increasingly interconnected digital landscape, APIs have become the invisible backbone of organizational efficiency, enabling data sharing, automation, and business innovation with quiet efficiency. However, as APIs proliferate, so do the vulnerabilities and targeted attacks that threaten to disrupt operations, compromise sensitive information, and damage an organization’s reputation.
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appknox

Threat Modeling Checklist for Mobile App Development

Jun 3, 2025 By Raghunandan J In Appknox
As mobile apps become increasingly central to business operations and user engagement, securing them from design to deployment has never been more critical. Threat modeling offers an essential first step in identifying and mitigating potential security risks early in the development process. It helps you think like an attacker, spotting weaknesses before they can be exploited.
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knowbe4

New Unrestricted AI Tool Can Assist in Cybercrime

Jun 3, 2025 By KnowBe4 Team In KnowBe4
Researchers at Certo warn that a new AI chatbot called “Veniceai” can allow cybercriminals to easily generate phishing messages or malware code. The tool, which only costs $18 per month, is growing in popularity on criminal forums. “One of the starkest contrasts between Veniceai and more mainstream AI systems like ChatGPT is how each responds to harmful or malicious requests,” Certo says.
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AI Applications in Cybersecurity with Adam Winston - The 443 Podcast - Episode 331

Jun 3, 2025 By WatchGuard Technologies In WatchGuard
This week on the podcast, recent guest Adam Winston hops back on to continue our discussion on Artificial Intelligence in cybersecurity. This week, we focus on how attackers are using AI, what to worry about and what not to lose sleep over, and guidance for evaluating AI for use within your own organization. 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.
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