Understanding the Increased Risk of Third-Party Breaches in Cybersecurity Cyber breaches present an ever-growing concern for organizations, and one significant area of vulnerability lies within third-party relationships. Clyde Williamson, Chief Security Architect at Protegrity, examines the rise of these breaches and their implications on sensitive data security. As businesses increasingly…
Sophos Survey Exposes Disturbing Trends in Ransomware Strategies A comprehensive report from Sophos, titled “Turning the Screws: The Pressure Tactics of Ransomware Gangs,” uncovers alarming trends in ransomware operations. The study indicates a disturbing shift from traditional ransomware methods—merely stealing and encrypting data for ransom—to a more aggressive approach designed…
Cloud computing and analytics company Snowflake has reported that a select group of its clients is under targeted attack. In a recent joint statement, Snowflake, alongside cybersecurity firms CrowdStrike and Mandiant, clarified that there is no evidence linking this activity to a vulnerability, misconfiguration, or breach within their platform. Additionally,…
SaaS Security: Understanding the Risks and Solutions In the rapidly evolving landscape of business operations, Software as a Service (SaaS) applications have become indispensable. These applications host a vast array of sensitive data critical for various functions, including human resources, finance, marketing, and product development. However, despite the inherent advantages…
