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Data Theorem Releases Critical Insight into Log4Shell Vulnerability to Assist Security Teams in Addressing the Exploit

December 23, 2021 TechDecisions Staff Leave a Comment

Data Theorem Analyzer Engine Discovers Unique Mutation of Log4Shell to Help Research Teams Detect APIs and Servers Vulnerable to Attack PALO ALTO, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#AppSec–Data Theorem, Inc., a leading provider of modern application security, today announced it has uncovering specific scenarios that can help IT teams discover the Log4Shell vulnerability exploit and stop it from causing […]

This New Ransomware Strain Uses Safe Mode, Remote Desktop Tools

Sophos details new ransomware family that leverages Safe Mode and IT management tools to maintain persistence in victim networks.

December 22, 2021 Zachary Comeau Leave a Comment

Ransomware remains the top cybersecurity concern for businesses around the world, with new strains and operators popping up routinely, including one detailed by cybersecurity firm Sophos that leverages Safe Mode on target computers to disable third-party drivers and endpoint protection products. In a post and a series of tweets, the company introduces the IT community […]

C3.ai Digital Transformation Institute Announces Call for Proposals for AI to Transform Cybersecurity and Secure Critical Infrastructure

December 21, 2021 TechDecisions Staff Leave a Comment

BERKELEY, Calif. & URBANA, Ill.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The C3.ai Digital Transformation Institute invites scholars, software developers, and researchers to advance the science of digital transformation with artificial intelligence (AI) designed to harden information security (Infosec) and secure critical infrastructure. “Cybersecurity is an existential issue,” said Thomas M. Siebel, Chairman and CEO of C3 AI, a leading enterprise […]

LogMeIn To Establish LastPass as Independent Cloud Security Company

Amid strong market demand and growth over the last three years, LogMeIn will establish password management solution LastPass as standalone company.

December 16, 2021 TD Staff Leave a Comment

LogMeIn, Inc., a Boston-based cloud-based solutions provider of LastPass, GoToConnect, GoToMeeting, and Rescue, is making its password management solution LastPass a standalone company. According to the company, LastPass is used by more than 30 million users and 85,000 businesses worldwide and is set for strong and sustained growth as consumers and businesses continue prioritizing password […]

Alteon Opens Content-Upload Sites to Help Creators Collaborate on Productions Remotely

December 14, 2021 TechDecisions Staff Leave a Comment

At debut locations in Manhattan and Burbank, specialists will upload creators’ digital assets to the cloud for free BURBANK, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Alteon has opened two high-speed content-upload sites, so creatives can begin collaborating on remote productions quickly, easily and hassle-free. The sites, located in Manhattan and Burbank, are staffed by production specialists who upload Alteon users’ […]

iBASIS eSIM for IoT Now Enabled Via Dynamic Profile Download on the Verizon Network

December 14, 2021 TechDecisions Staff Leave a Comment

iBASIS approved for use of a Verizon local profile, the first via dynamic download, after a successful design and testing cycle Offers an alternate solution to permanent roaming challenges in the U.S. Enhances iBASIS Global Access for Things™ by incorporating U.S. local profile on a single SKU (stock keeping unit) eSIM Coverage supports both LPWA […]

Riverbed Unified Network Performance Management Adds Visibility for Leading Video Applications, Increasing Productivity for Hybrid Work Environments

December 9, 2021 TechDecisions Staff Leave a Comment

Riverbed AppResponse enhances analysis of leading video collaboration apps Zoom and Microsoft Teams, new DNS Insights, and expands TCP metrics support SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Riverbed | Aternity today announced it added critical visibility and reporting capabilities to its industry-leading, unified visibility solutions, including for popular video and collaboration applications Zoom and Microsoft Teams. Key updates to […]

Just 42% Of Security Pros Can Detect IoT, OT Vulnerabilities

New research from Microsoft and Ponemon Institute suggests cybersecurity leaders are falling behind when it comes to IoT, OT security.

December 9, 2021 Zachary Comeau Leave a Comment

According to a new Microsoft study in conjunction with the Ponemon Institute, the Internet of Things and new innovations in operational technology is becoming critical for business, but simultaneously increasing an organization’s cyber risk. Researchers surveyed more than 600 IT, cybersecurity and OT security experts across the U.S., and found that many organizations are making […]

Research: Zero Trust Expected to Double Cybersecurity Efficacy

Research suggests that IT experts predict zero trust to lead to a 144% increase in anticipated efficacy in stopping data breaches.

December 2, 2021 Zachary Comeau Leave a Comment

If you were having doubts about the efficacy of a zero trust approach to cybersecurity, recently released research suggests that such a network architecture is expected to double the efficacy of cybersecurity products. The research, conducted by Osterman Research on behalf of cybersecurity firm Symmetry Systems, found from a survey of 125 IT and security […]

Report: Remote Work Makes Patch Management Much Harder

Patching remote endpoints takes 2.5 times longer, and resolving IT support requests takes twice as long for remote employees, survey finds.

November 30, 2021 Zachary Comeau Leave a Comment

In a cybersecurity environment in which bad actors pounce on published software vulnerabilities, patching those flaws as quickly as possible is critical. That becomes even more important with a distributed workforce that can be difficult for IT to manage. However, over 70% of organizations lack automated patch management for at least some systems, and 62% […]