Windows Mark of the Web Zero-Days Remain Patchless

Windows Mark of the Web Zero-Days Remain Patchless

Microsoft’s Mark of the Web (MOTW) is a security feature that prevents malicious files and attachments from being downloaded or opened. However, two independent vulnerabilities exist in various versions of Windows that allow attackers to bypass this protection....
Are You Ready for the New ISO 27001:2022?

Are You Ready for the New ISO 27001:2022?

This year has seen the first significant update to ISO 27002 since 2013. These modifications reflect in Annex A’s security controls for organizations with ISO 27001 certification. ISO 27001 is a standard for ISMS (information security management systems) that...
SOC 2 Compliance 101: All You Need to Know

SOC 2 Compliance 101: All You Need to Know

Keeping customer data safe and secure is a top priority for many companies. SOC 2 stands as an industry standard for managing this crucial task, ensuring reliable security controls are in place. This comprehensive guide will demystify SOC 2 compliance, highlighting...
Effects of Cloud Complexities on Cybersecurity

Effects of Cloud Complexities on Cybersecurity

Venafi, a company that makes artificial ID solutions, recently conducted a study to learn more about the effects of cloud complexities on cybersecurity. According to a poll conducted by Venafi among 1,101 security decision-makers (SDMs) at enterprises with over 1,000...
Student Loan Breach Exposes 2.5 Million Records

Student Loan Breach Exposes 2.5 Million Records

The Oklahoma Student Loan Authority (OSLA) and EdFinancial recently announced that over 2.5 million loanees were the victims of a severe data breach that has compromised their personal information. The target of the attack was a Lincoln, Nebraska-based web portal and...
Microsoft Cloud Providers Move to Ban Basic Authentication

Microsoft Cloud Providers Move to Ban Basic Authentication

Flaws in the authentication process mean compromised security for businesses that contract with major cloud providers for services, data storage, and protection. One of the most significant weaknesses in their armor occurs when customers are allowed to enter usernames...
Chrome Bug Allows Webpages to Replace Clipboard Contents

Chrome Bug Allows Webpages to Replace Clipboard Contents

Browsers restrict webpages from accessing various forms of user data, and the user retains their right to share information with a website. However, a recent discovery reveals that Google Chrome has a security flaw that allows websites to change data contained in the...