ESOC Elevates Cybersecurity Solutions with Entertainment Producer Shaun Redick and Centralized, Membership-Based Full-Spectrum Security Hub Secure Channels Inc., provider of innovative security solutions designed to complement existing security investments, announced today that it is developing its own Entertainment Security Operations Center (ESOC), the world’s first centralized hub for the secure management of entertainment-industry content. Functioning as a company subsidiary and exclusive hub, ESOC will provide member clients with an automated architecture that provides a seamless safe and secure environment for the accessing and sharing of valuable entertainment-related, work-in-process content that leverages SCI’s proven hacker-unfriendly, security technologies. The ESOC implementation is the result of…
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NetBrain Product Strategist Jason Baudreau discusses the importance of network visibility and what networks risk without it. As the old saying goes, even a blind squirrel finds a nut once in a while. However, network engineers certainly shouldn’t employ blindness as a long-term strategy. As organizations rely on their networks, many are failing to properly prepare for the risks that come with managing an enterprise operation. Visibility into infrastructure, traffic flow, outages and more is critical to effectively manage, troubleshoot and mitigate threats. Right now, the complexity of networks is rapidly growing with trends like software-defined networking (SDN), yet network…
News has surfaced that security researchers have discovered 23 vulnerabilities in Circle with Disney monitoring software which could be used to hijack full families of devices. Circle with Disney is touted as “the smart way for families to manage content and time online, on any device.” IT security experts commented below. Christopher Littlejohns, EMEA Manager at Synopsys: “The discovery of 23 vulnerabilities in a product specifically aimed at the control of internet access by family members highlights the ongoing struggle against security vulnerabilities. Whilst many development teams are no doubt putting at least some effort into securing their devices and software, it demonstrates that…
While cryptocurrency holders search for new investment opportunities and ways to increase their savings, and enthusiasts look to learn more about the benefits of going cashless, malicious users are also looking for ways to capitalise on the popularity of the blockchain phenomenon. Multiple blockchain-themed fraud schemes exploiting the hype around the technology have been spotted in the wild recently, according to Kaspersky Lab’s “Spam and phishing in Q3 2017” report. For several months, spammers have been showing increased ingenuity, with their activities proving that they are monitoring the latest trends and global developments in cryptocurrencies. Based on blockchain technology, cryptocurrencies…
It’s being reported this morning that a new ransomware attack called ONI that has targeted Japanese companies in a month-long campaign. It’s increasingly unclear whether this attack is being used in an attempt to wipe data, or as a traditional ransom. IT security experts commented below. Christoper Littlejohns, EMEA Manager at Synopsys: “The apparent use of ONI ransomware to destroy logs in order to cover tracks is quite fascinating as it poses questions on the psychology and motivations of the hacker. In this case the ransomware was introduced after an apparent 3-9 months of system access by the hackers. We may be reading too much…
Neustar International Security Council (NISC) research revealed yesterday that system compromises are now the greatest cyber concern for IT security leaders, with nearly one in four (23%) security leaders citing them as the biggest threat to their business. Jason Garbis, VP at Cyxtera Technologies commented below. Jason Garbis, VP at Cyxtera Technologies: “The traditional network perimeter as we knew it no longer exists, so relying solely on it is a doomed security strategy. IT is more distributed and diverse than ever. Organizations must change their entire security infrastructure and mindset to protect against evolving and aggressive cyber threats. This requires a shift…
Reports have surfaced that at least 10 financial institutions have been hit with a new strain of banking Trojan spread by an alleged Russian-speaking cybercrime group codenamed “Silence”. Analysis released today by Kaspersky Lab said the cyber-criminals are using tactics similar to another gang – known as Carbanak – in a sophisticated plot to steal millions in cash. Ryan Wilk, Vice President at NuData Security commented below. Ryan Wilk, Vice President at NuData Security: “Banking Trojans are designed to capture any banking information they can get their hands on. The Silence Trojan in particular does that a bit differently: it takes repeated screenshots of the user’s…
Following the latest news, that art galleries are now being targeted by cybercriminals, with hackers breaking into art dealer email accounts to send buyers duplicated invoices, David Emm, Principal Security Researcher at Kaspersky Lab commented below. David Emm, Principal Security Researcher at Kaspersky Lab: “Cybercriminals will take every opportunity to hijack online transactions for their own ends. So, it’s vital that we all take steps to reduce the ‘wiggle room’ available to them. Passwords are often our first line of defence when it comes to protecting online accounts, including e-mail accounts. Unfortunately, we often cut corners and use weak, easy-to-guess passwords,…
It’s been reported that the Donald Trump’s presidential Twitter account was taken down by an employee who was on their last day. 40 Million followers disappeared from the account. Jackson Shaw, Sr Director of Products at One Identity commented below. Jackson Shaw, Sr Director of Products at One Identity: “The employee was able to go rogue because there was insufficient protection of Trump’s Twitter account. I’m sure there was no process to take the rogue employee’s access away when he or she resigned. In fact, I’m sure their access was informally given: “Here’s the Twitter password” versus actually granting access…
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) published a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM), suggesting updates to the Critical Infrastructure Protection Reliability Standard governing cybersecurity management controls for bulk electric system (BES) assets, called CIP-003. The CIP program is a collection of standards designed to address the security of the bulk power system. Edgard Capdevielle, CEO at Nozomi Networks commented below. Edgard Capdevielle, CEO at Nozomi Networks: “Over the last decade NERC CIP regulations have helped propel cybersecurity programs for large scale power producers forward. The move to expand to low impact operators is therefore not a surprise, and should be welcomed. “That said, it’s…