In 2024, a notable increase in cyberattacks targeting U.S. critical infrastructure has been observed, particularly focusing on network devices and software-as-a-service (SaaS) systems. This surge reflects a concerning trend where threat actors exploit vulnerabilities to compromise essential services, thus heightening security risks for businesses and government entities alike. Among the…
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Healthcare, Industry Specific Also: How Leading Cybersecurity Firms are Preparing for 2025 Anna Delaney (annamadeline) • December 13, 2024 Clockwise, from top left: Anna Delaney, Tony Morbin, Marianne Kolbasuk McGee, and Michael Novinson In the latest weekly roundup, the editors at ISMG examined the implications…
In the rapidly evolving landscape of cybersecurity, the complexities surrounding business ecosystems have intensified, prompting organizations to develop multifaceted protective measures. Marty McDonald of Optiv and Rob Rachwald of Palo Alto Networks recently shared crucial insights on addressing these challenges during a discussion with Information Security Media Group (ISMG). Their…
Upwind Security Secures $100 Million to Tackle Cloud Vulnerabilities with AI-Driven Solutions Upwind Security, a cloud security startup founded by former NetApp executive Amiram Shachar, has successfully raised $100 million in a Series A funding round. This capital will be utilized to enhance the company’s capabilities in addressing persistent vulnerabilities…
The Future of AI & Cybersecurity Presented by Palo Alto Networks x Google Cloud 60 minutes The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping various sectors, yet this transformation also brings with it a significantly altered threat landscape. Organizations must now navigate the dual challenge of defending against sophisticated…
The Future of AI & Cybersecurity Presented by Palo Alto Networks x Google Cloud 60 minutes The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) is significantly reshaping market dynamics and, in turn, the cybersecurity landscape. As organizations increasingly integrate AI into their operations, they face burgeoning threats that exploit these technologies.…
Significant Compromise of Palo Alto Networks Firewalls Due to Zero-Day Vulnerabilities The Shadowserver Foundation has disclosed that approximately 2,000 Palo Alto Networks firewalls have fallen victim to exploitation via two zero-day vulnerabilities in the company’s PAN-OS software. These vulnerabilities, identified as CVE-2024-0012 and CVE-2024-9474, have enabled unauthorized access to administrative…
Webinar Highlights Security Challenges in Browser-Based Work Environments In a recent webinar hosted by Palo Alto Networks, industry experts addressed the growing security concerns associated with browser-based work environments. As organizations increasingly rely on web browsers for access to corporate data and applications, the vulnerabilities inherent in this shift have…
AI-Driven Cloud Security Services, The Future of AI & Cybersecurity Presented by Palo Alto Networks x Google Cloud 60 minutes In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, organizations face an increasingly sophisticated array of cyber threats. As businesses integrate AI technologies, they must navigate new vulnerabilities and guard against…
