A digital arms race is afoot; how to come out on top is the question every CISO asks themselves. As the battle rages, two formidable opponents fight it out daily. On one side sit threat actors, including prolific nation-state groups from China, Russia, North Korea, and Iran. These malicious actors are well-resourced, enabling them to…

Everyone in cybersecurity is used to an industry that moves at breakneck speeds; it’s truly a space where evolution is the only constant. However, the recent actions and trends within the SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) market have caused everyone – CISOs, CXOs, MSSP executives, and other security professionals – to stop dead in…

In today’s ever-evolving technological landscape, the age-old adage “the right tool for the job” has taken on a new level of significance. While the saying originated in an era when tool options were limited, we now find ourselves inundated with a plethora of choices. This abundance of options can be both a blessing and a…

While external attacks from state-sponsored hackers grab headlines, a growing concern for organizations of all sizes hits closer to home. Insider threats include any malicious or negligent activity by a trusted individual, such as an employee or business partner, who has authorized access to an organization’s systems and data.   These threats can take various forms, including data…

Imagine for a moment an orchestra sitting on stage, instruments in hand, and ready to play Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5.  Without a conductor, musicians might play at slightly different tempos, and instead of being treated to a magical and moving performance, the audience would experience musical chaos. Bringing a conductor onto the stage transforms mayhem…

In the traditional sport of fox hunting, participants on horseback and hounds work in concert to track and pursue the elusive fox. It is a practice that combines keen observation, strategy, and an intimate knowledge of the landscape. Similarly, cyber threat hunting involves the proactive search for malicious actors lurking within a network, who like…