Topic: incident response
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Top Cybersecurity Jobs Hiring Now | November 2025
The cybersecurity job market offers diverse, high-impact roles globally, from leadership to technical positions, aimed at protecting organizations' digital assets. Key roles include strategic leadership like CISOs defining security roadmaps and technical engineers managing security platforms and ...
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ENISA to Lead €36m EU-Wide Cybersecurity Response Initiative
The EU has allocated €36 million to ENISA to coordinate a cybersecurity response initiative, enhancing collective resilience against large-scale cyber incidents across member states and partner nations. ENISA will manage the EU Cybersecurity Reserve, a virtual pool of private sector services, to ...
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Semperis Unifies Identity Recovery for Faster Cyber Response
Semperis has launched Ready1 for Identity Crisis Management, a no-cost offering that integrates its identity recovery tools with a structured crisis management system to help businesses quickly resume operations after identity attacks. The platform provides automated features like a command-and-c...
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New Zealand Launches Probe Into Manage My Health Data Breach
The New Zealand government has launched a formal review after a major cybersecurity breach at the Manage My Health patient portal, which potentially exposed the data of over 100,000 individuals following a ransom demand. The review will examine the immediate breach and the broader security implic...
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CPU Spike Exposed RansomHub Ransomware Attack
An employee inadvertently triggered a ransomware attack by downloading a malicious file disguised as a browser update, initiating automated reconnaissance and credential harvesting. Attackers established persistence and network access through a SOCKS proxy, exploiting Active Directory weaknesses ...
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Bitdefender & CYPFER: End-to-End Cyber Resilience for Businesses
Bitdefender and CYPFER have partnered to provide end-to-end cyber resilience, integrating incident response, forensic investigation, and rapid recovery into Bitdefender's security portfolio for businesses of all sizes. The collaboration combines Bitdefender's threat detection and intelligence wit...
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Ready1 Restores Operations After Identity Breach Crisis
Semperis has launched Ready1, an integrated platform for managing identity crises by combining Active Directory Forest Recovery, Disaster Recovery for Entra Tenant, and Identity Forensics services to help organizations quickly restore operations after cyberattacks. The platform features automated...
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Federal Agency Hacked Through GeoServer Vulnerability
A federal agency suffered a cybersecurity breach in July 2024 when attackers exploited a critical, unpatched vulnerability in a public-facing GeoServer, allowing them to deploy malicious tools and establish persistence. The attackers used the same vulnerability to breach a second server, moved la...
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Hiring Now: Cybersecurity Jobs in October 2025
A variety of cybersecurity roles are available globally in October 2025, including positions for analysts, engineers, consultants, and leadership, with options for remote, on-site, or hybrid work arrangements. Key leadership positions like Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) involve develop...
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SolarWinds AI Agent Advances Autonomous Operations
SolarWinds has introduced an AI Agent and enhanced AI capabilities to help IT departments achieve autonomous operational resilience by predicting problems, automating responses, and reducing cognitive load on human operators. The AI Agent functions as a digital team member, supporting observabili...
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CISOs in Survival Mode: Navigating Risk Under Pressure
CISOs face an overwhelming threat environment where most believe a successful breach is inevitable, leading to a focus on rapid response amid frequent, high-impact attacks and low confidence in employee threat detection. Generative AI is a top priority as both a major security risk and a tool for...
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Top Cybersecurity Jobs Hiring Now | October 2025
Cybersecurity careers are thriving with high demand across sectors like energy, finance, and healthcare, requiring technical skills and strategic thinking to protect infrastructure from evolving threats. Key roles include Threat Intelligence Analysts, Application Security Engineers, and Cloud Sec...
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Putting NICE Guidelines into Practice: Training Insights
SMBs can effectively train employees against cyber threats by focusing on a streamlined, scenario-based program derived from the NICE Framework, targeting the most common attacks like phishing, malware, and web-based threats. The training integrates technical skills with legal knowledge through r...
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Remote Access Abuse: The #1 Sign of a Ransomware Attack
Abuse of remote access software and services is the most common warning sign of an impending ransomware attack, as cybercriminals exploit tools like RDP, AnyDesk, and PowerShell to gain domain administrator privileges. Key defenses include configuring security tools to allow only trusted applicat...
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AI Threats Target the Factory Floor
The industrial cybersecurity landscape is shifting from static defenses to adaptive, AI-driven strategies that embed resilience directly into operational processes, recognizing security as a foundational necessity. Clear standards and legislation, like the EU AI Act, are elevating requirements fo...
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Hackers Breach Federal Agency via GeoServer Flaw, CISA Warns
A critical vulnerability (CVE-2024-36401) in GeoServer was exploited to breach a U.S. federal agency's network after attackers compromised an unpatched server. The attackers moved laterally from the initial entry point, deploying malicious tools like China Chopper and using brute force attacks to...
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UK Launches Cyber Unit to Strengthen National Security
The UK government has launched a new Cyber Action Plan, establishing a Government Cyber Unit and a Software Security Ambassador Scheme, backed by £210 million to strengthen public sector digital defenses and resilience against cyber-attacks. This initiative is a direct response to recent disrupti...
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Your Security Strategy Is Failing Before It Begins
Cybersecurity must be treated as a core business risk management function, not just a technical issue, and integrated with business objectives from the start to ensure meaningful protection and executive support. A successful strategy requires first identifying critical assets and risks before de...
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Nevada Government Hit by Devastating Ransomware Attack
The ransomware attack began when a state employee inadvertently downloaded malware via a poisoned search ad, giving hackers persistent access to the government network. Nevada refused to pay the ransom and instead mobilized internal IT staff, who worked extensive overtime to rebuild systems, savi...
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NETSCOUT Enhances Cloud Compliance for Enterprises
NETSCOUT has enhanced its Omnis KlearSight Sensor for Kubernetes to provide deeper visibility for compliance, accelerating threat detection and validating zero-trust policies in response to widespread Kubernetes adoption. The platform addresses compliance risks by capturing packet- and process-le...
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F5 Source Code Stolen by Nation-State Hackers in Data Breach
F5 experienced a security breach by a nation-state actor who stole BIG-IP source code and vulnerability data, potentially enabling the creation of new exploits. The company has contained the incident, implemented security enhancements, and found no evidence of critical vulnerabilities or customer...
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Crafting an Effective Healthcare Cybersecurity Strategy
Focus on foundational cybersecurity controls like vulnerability management and network segmentation to maximize protection with limited resources, as they offer high-impact risk reduction. Cultivate a strong cybersecurity culture through staff training, making the workforce a cost-effective first...
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Hiring Now: Top Cybersecurity Jobs in September 2025
A wide range of top cybersecurity roles are available globally in September 2025, reflecting high demand for experts in protecting digital assets across various industries and work arrangements. Key positions include specialized roles such as Application Security Architect, Chief Information Secu...
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Urgent: Change Your Plex Password Now
Plex has experienced a security breach where an unauthorized party accessed customer data, including email addresses, usernames, and securely hashed passwords. The company has addressed the vulnerability and recommends users immediately reset their passwords and enable two-factor authentication f...
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Hiring Now: Top Cybersecurity Jobs for September 2025
The cybersecurity job market is expanding rapidly due to increasing cyber threats, with high demand for specialized roles across various sectors and countries. Key positions include Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) who develop security strategies and manage risk, and other roles like C...
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Survive a Ransomware Attack on Active Directory: An Executive Guide
Active Directory is critical for enterprise identity management, and rushing recovery after a ransomware attack can worsen damage by reintroducing malware or compromised settings. Attackers typically use legitimate credentials to infiltrate, then escalate privileges by exploiting weaknesses like ...
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Secure Your Google Workspace: Protect Data, Not Just Access
Modern digital workplaces face security challenges from interconnected tools, where attackers exploit legitimate access tokens rather than breaching traditional perimeters. Recent incidents, like the Drift Email compromise, show that third-party integrations can bypass robust security frameworks,...
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Akira Ransomware Hijacks Victim's Remote Management Tool
Hackers used the trusted Datto RMM tool and a Living Off The Land strategy to deploy Akira ransomware, disguising their actions as normal IT operations to avoid detection. The attack was halted by Barracuda Managed XDR, which detected the encryption activity and immediately isolated the compromis...
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Henkel CISO: The Messy Reality of Legacy Factory Monitoring
Modern smart factories face unique cybersecurity risks due to the convergence of legacy equipment and cloud platforms, requiring comprehensive visibility, local autonomy, and strict vendor accountability to build resilience. A critical vulnerability is the over-reliance on single points of failur...
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Hiring Now: Top Cybersecurity Jobs in November 2025
The global demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals is rising, with November 2025 offering diverse roles across specializations like application security, cloud infrastructure, and governance to address evolving digital threats. Positions span various countries and work arrangements, includ...
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Active Exploit Targets Suspected FortiWeb Zero-Day
A critical zero-day vulnerability (CVE-2025-64446) in Fortinet's FortiWeb is being actively exploited, allowing unauthenticated attackers to create unauthorized admin accounts and gain full administrative access. Fortinet silently patched the flaw in multiple versions, including 8.0.2, but delaye...
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Flowmon ADS 12.5: Effortless Threat Detection Made Simple
Progress Software has launched Flowmon ADS 12.5, an AI-powered anomaly detection system designed to simplify threat identification and provide enhanced network visibility for organizations. The solution addresses challenges like alert fatigue and resource constraints, especially for midsize busin...
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SonicWall Urges Password Reset Following Security Breach
SonicWall has advised customers to reset passwords after detecting unauthorized access to firewall configuration backup files in some MySonicWall accounts, which contain sensitive data like credentials and tokens. The company confirmed this was not a ransomware attack but a series of targeted bru...
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3 Must-Haves to Survive a Cyberattack
Swift and effective response to a cyberattack depends on having clarity, control, and a reliable lifeline already in place. Clarity involves real-time detection and understanding of the incident's scope, enabling informed decisions to isolate and manage threats. Control means the ability to conta...
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Qualys, Tenable Hit in Salesloft Data Breach
Tenable and Qualys experienced unauthorized access to their Salesforce data due to stolen OAuth tokens from the Salesloft Drift application, highlighting risks from third-party integrations. Both firms confirmed their core products and services were unaffected, and they responded by disabling the...
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Securing Farms from Cyber Threats: A John Deere CISO Q&A
Modern agriculture relies heavily on interconnected, software-driven systems, making cybersecurity as critical as physical equipment to protect the supply chain from threats. John Deere employs a security-by-design approach, integrating protections from development through testing, and collaborat...
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Cloud Security Is Lagging Behind
The rapid adoption of cloud technologies has created a significant security gap, with development velocity outpacing protective controls and leaving systems vulnerable to sophisticated, fast-moving attacks. Complex multicloud environments and accelerated software deployment, including AI-generate...
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Top Cybersecurity Jobs Hiring Now: December 2025
The cybersecurity field offers diverse, in-demand career paths globally, with organizations actively seeking talent for roles ranging from threat intelligence to cloud security architecture. Specific high-demand roles include threat intelligence analysts, security managers, architects, and engine...
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Smart Grids Face Rising Cyber Threats as They Modernize
The shift to decentralized smart grids dramatically expands the cybersecurity attack surface, as millions of distributed devices like EV chargers and solar inverters each become a potential entry point, demanding security built into every layer. Key vulnerabilities include compromised device firm...
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Salesforce customer data exposed in Gainsight breach
A security breach involving Salesforce customer data occurred through applications developed by Gainsight, with Salesforce confirming the incident is under investigation but not due to a vulnerability in its own platform. The cybercriminal group ShinyHunters has claimed responsibility for the bre...
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Microsoft: SesameOp Malware Exploits OpenAI API in Attacks
Microsoft discovered the SesameOp backdoor, which exploits the OpenAI Assistants API as a covert command-and-control channel to maintain persistent access in compromised systems. The malware evades detection by using legitimate cloud services for communication, blending malicious traffic with nor...
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Top Cybersecurity Products Launched This Week: October 2025
OPSWAT's MetaDefender Drive offers a portable, network-free threat scanner for securely validating temporary devices before they access protected networks. Radiflow360 integrates operational technology risk management, compliance, and incident response into a unified platform for mid-sized indust...
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F5 Issues Critical Patches for Stolen BIG-IP Vulnerabilities
F5 Networks issued critical security patches for its BIG-IP product line after a state-sponsored breach on August 9, 2025, which exposed proprietary source code and vulnerabilities, urging immediate installation to address 44 issues. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) man...
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Red Hat Admits GitLab Hack, User Data Stolen
Red Hat confirmed a security breach of an internal GitLab system used by its Consulting team, initially misreported as targeting GitHub, where a cybercriminal group claimed to have stolen substantial proprietary data. The attackers, Crimson Collective, allegedly exfiltrated around 570 GB of compr...
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CISA Steps In as Federal MS-ISAC Funding Ends
The longstanding cooperative agreement between CISA and the Center for Internet Security has ended, shifting cybersecurity support for state, local, tribal, and territorial governments to be provided directly by CISA through grants, tools, and expert assistance. Federal funding for the MS-ISAC's ...
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ManageEngine Reduces SOC Alert Fatigue with Reengineered Detection
Security operations centers are overwhelmed by excessive alerts, making it difficult to distinguish critical threats from irrelevant noise. ManageEngine's Log360 introduces a reengineered detection system that reduces false positives and improves threat coverage with over 1,500 prebuilt, continuo...
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Major Cybersecurity Firms Impacted by Salesloft Data Breach
A data breach at Salesloft impacted over 700 organizations, including major cybersecurity firms, by compromising OAuth tokens to access Salesforce databases and Google Workspace accounts. Attackers, identified as UNC6395, targeted AWS access keys, passwords, and Snowflake tokens, posing risks for...
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Vectra AI: Redefining Hybrid Attack Resilience
Vectra AI provides a unified security platform designed to manage threats proactively, respond decisively during incidents, and validate security posture after containment, moving beyond reactive tools. The platform addresses challenges in complex hybrid environments by unifying visibility, inves...
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The Hidden Cost of a Security Breach
Companies are shifting security budgets reactively after breaches, but this emergency spending is far more costly than proactive investment, often exceeding it by a factor of nine. The rise of new attack vectors, especially targeting SaaS data, increases breach likelihood and financial damage, ye...
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AI Meltdown: Reshaping Enterprise Expectations
The enterprise AI industry lacks a major failure to drive maturity, as past incidents haven't spurred structural changes due to difficulty proving AI's direct role and reliance on disclaimers to avoid responsibility. A market adjustment is expected as AI hype meets reality, shifting corporate pri...
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