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How-To

How to manage Windows 10 1903 and 1909 security updates

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Why BT's red team strikes for real

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How to evaluate a CASB

All cloud access security brokers share core functionality, but they deliver it differently and they all have unique feature sets. Here's what you need to know before buying one.

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Flex streamlines app access for 20k suppliers with IAM overhaul

Contract manufacturer Flex dumped its distributed identity and access management system for a more centralized, cloud-based option that better protects data and intellectual property.

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What it takes to be an interim CISO

Being an interim or virtual CISO (vCISO) comes with many of the same demands of permanent security leadership roles, but also has its own unique challenges and rewards.

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Data breached in translation

Online language translation software caused a data leak at Statoil. Use these best practices to keep translated information secure.

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Review

Review: How NeuVector protects containers throughout their lifecycle

Most traditional security products have very little visibility into containers running in the cloud. NeuVector protects containers from within the containerized environment.

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How-To

How to build a Windows disaster recovery toolkit

Sooner or later, a security incident will shut down or disrupt your network. You'll be better prepared with these items in your disaster recovery toolkit.

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Cybersecurity SnippetsBy

A common user interface for security operations?

Why it's time to change how security analysts visualize, manipulate, interact with, and act upon security telemetry.

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Is your MSP an insider threat?

Managed services providers and managed security services providers (MSSPs) are attracting attention from attackers, who see them as a gateway to access their clients' networks. Follow this advice to minimize the risk.

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10 ways to kill your security career

A breach won’t necessarily doom your career, but these missteps could hamper your professional ambitions.

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What you need to know about the new OWASP API Security Top 10 list

APIs now account for 40% of the attack surface for all web-enabled apps. OWASP has identified 10 areas where enterprises can lower that risk.

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Can Security Onion replace your commercial IDS?

Security Onion is a free intrusion detection system (IDS), security monitoring, and log management solution. Just one catch: You need skilled employees to manage it.

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5 steps to a successful red team engagement

You want red team pen testers to find the vulnerabilities attackers are most likely to use. Here's how.

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9 top SAST and DAST tools

These static application security testing and dynamic application security testing tools can help developers spot code errors and vulnerabilities quicker.

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What CIOs want from CISOs: Collaboration and no finger pointing

Two CIOs explain how they view their relationships with the security function, and why CISOs need to collaborate closely with CIOs whether they report into them or not.

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5 keys to protect your supply chain from cyberattacks

The SANS Institute recently identified the key components to keep your supply chain secure. Here's why industry experts believe they are important.

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What you need to know about the US CLOUD Act and the UK COPOA Act

A new data access agreement between the UK and US streamlines law enforcement’s ability to gain access to data held on foreign soil.

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What women want in the IT workplace: 6 key factors for hiring and retention

Women are exiting IT in droves, as companies struggle to hire and engage these valuable employees. The first step to change? Listening to what women want.

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How-To

How to disable LLMNR in Windows Server

Link-Local Multicast Name Resolution is usually not needed in modern networks and leaves the door open to man-in-the-middle attacks. Here's how to shut it off.

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