Cybersecurity Snapshot: Critical Infrastructure Orgs Must Beware of China-backed Volt Typhoon, Cyber Agencies Warn
February 9, 2024The Volt Typhoon hacking gang is stealthily breaching critical infrastructure IT environments so it can strike on behalf of the Chinese government, cyber agencies say. Plus, ransomware gangs netted $1 billion-plus in 2023. In addition, new group tasked with addressing the quantum computing threat draws big tech names. And enterprises go full steam ahead with generative AI, despite challenges managing its risks. And much more!
Keep the Water Flowing for the DoD: Securing Operational Technology from Cyberattacks
February 6, 2024Malicious actors are ramping up attacks against water and wastewater systems (WWS), which are not only attractive targets but also complex to protect. The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) in particular operates a large number of WWS facilities. Read on to learn how a strong cybersecurity program can help the DoD significantly reduce the cyber risk of its WWS systems.
Cybersecurity Snapshot: Attackers Hack Routers To Hit Critical Infrastructure, as CISA Calls for More Secure Router Design
February 2, 2024CISA is calling on router makers to improve security, because attackers like Volt Typhoon compromise routers to breach critical infrastructure systems. Meanwhile, data breaches hit an all-time high in the U.S. Plus, Italy says ChatGPT violates EU privacy laws. And a cyber expert calls on universities to beef up security instruction in computer science programs. And much more!
Poor Identity Hygiene at Root of Nation-State Attack Against Microsoft
February 1, 2024The latest breach suffered by Microsoft shows once again that detection and response are not enough. Because the source of an attack almost always boils down to a single overlooked user and permission, it’s critical for organizations to have strong preventive security.
Cloud Leaders Sound Off on Key Challenges
January 31, 2024Too many identities, systems and cooks in the kitchen cloud an already complex mandate.
Cybersecurity Snapshot: New Guide Details How To Use AI Securely, as CERT Honcho Tells CISOs To Sharpen AI Security Skills Pronto
January 26, 2024Cyber agencies from multiple countries published a joint guide on using artificial intelligence safely. Meanwhile, CERT’s director says AI is the top skill for CISOs to have in 2024. Plus, the UK’s NCSC forecasts how AI will supercharge cyberattacks. And a global survey shows cyber pros weighing pros and cons of AI. And much more!
Cybersecurity Snapshot: Critical Infrastructure Orgs Cautioned About Chinese Drones, While Water Plants Advised To Boost Incident Response
January 19, 2024Find out why Uncle Sam is warning critical infrastructure facilities about drones made in China, while urging water treatment plants to beef up incident response plans. Plus, the challenges stressing out CISOs are also opening new doors for them. In addition, the latest on the Androxgh0st malware. And much more!
Cybersecurity Snapshot: How To Boost the Cybersecurity of AI Systems While Minimizing Risks
January 12, 2024Check out expert recommendations for deploying AI tools securely. Plus, the World Economic Forum ranks cyberattacks and AI misinformation among today’s top global risks. In addition, cyber insurance demand is forecast to grow robustly. And a warning about adversary-in-the-middle (AiTM) attacks and how to mitigate them. And much more!
Cybersecurity Snapshot: NIST Unpacks Cyberattacks Against AI Systems, as FBI Strikes ALPHV/Blackcat Ransomware Gang
January 5, 2024Want to learn more about protecting AI systems from malicious actors? A new NIST guide aims to help you identify and mitigate attacks targeting AI tools. Plus, new granular configuration recommendations for securing Microsoft 365 are out. In addition, the cost of cyber incidents is rising. And there’s a new decryption tool for victims of the ALPHV/Blackcat ranswomare. And much more!
$18.2 Million Funding Available for Tribal Government Cybersecurity
January 3, 2024The Tribal Cybersecurity Grant Program (TCGP) is accepting applications through January 10, making $18.2 million in federal grant funding available to eligible tribes to reduce cyber risk.
Tenable OT Security: 2023 Year in Review
December 29, 2023As we reflect on the many accomplishments Tenable OT Security achieved in 2023, one thing is clear: we couldn’t have done it without the support and collaboration of our customers and partners.
Cybersecurity Snapshot: What’s in Store for 2024 in Cyberland? Check Out Tenable Experts’ Predictions for OT Security, AI, Cloud Security, IAM and more
December 29, 2023The new year is upon us, and so we ponder the question: What cybersecurity trends will shape 2024? To find out, we asked Tenable experts to read the tea leaves. Their 2024 forecasts include: A bigger security role for cloud architects; a focus by ransomware gangs on OT systems in critical industries; an intensification of IAM attacks; and much more!