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KELA Revolutionizes Cyber Intelligence with Two Cutting-edge Modules, Threat Actors and Identity Guard, Elevating and Simplifying Proactive Threat Defense

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Lunedì, Novembre 20, 2023

TEL AVIV, Israel, Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KELA, the leading provider of real, actionable threat intelligence, is announcing the launch of two groundbreaking modules - Threat Actors and Identity Guard. These additions reflect the company's ongoing dedication to refining its comprehensive cyber intelligence platform. The innovative modules not only strengthen KELA's commitment to delivering timely and actionable threat intelligence but also empower organizations of all sizes, contributing to a more robust and adaptable security posture. The modules are designed to enhance the accessibility of threat intelligence, delivering timely and actionable insights to effectively counter cyber threats facing your organization.

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  • TEL AVIV, Israel, Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- KELA, the leading provider of real, actionable threat intelligence, is announcing the launch of two groundbreaking modules - Threat Actors and Identity Guard.
  • The modules are designed to enhance the accessibility of threat intelligence, delivering timely and actionable insights to effectively counter cyber threats facing your organization.
  • Our revolutionary Threat Actors module consolidates exhaustive information about threat actors from myriad web sources into a single, comprehensive hub.
  • KELA's innovative Threat Actors module equips organizations to discover, analyze, and fortify their defenses with unparalleled insights into cyber threat actors.

Cybersecurity Leaders Report Reduction in Disruptive Cyber Incidents with MSS/MDR Solutions

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Mercoledì, Luglio 12, 2023

DENVER, July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Optiv, the cyber advisory and solutions leader, has published a report based on a recent survey of cybersecurity leaders that reveals 73% of organizations saw a reduction in the impact of disruptive cyber incidents due to their partnership with managed security services (MSS) and managed detection and response (MDR) providers. That compares favorably to 14% seeing no impact. 

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  • The survey further explores the many dimensions of user experience and preferences related to MSS and MDR services.
  • Conducted from December 2022-April 2023, the survey was in collaboration with Information Security Media Group (ISMG).
  • As the cybersecurity talent gap widens, MSS and MDR services allow organizations to leverage outsourced solutions to advance cybersecurity maturity without increasing headcount.
  • With an evolving threat landscape, security leaders increasingly turn to MSS/MDR solutions to tackle new concerns quickly thanks to the advanced capabilities and technologies of external providers.

Kudelski Security Elevates MDR Capabilities to New Levels with Innovative Client Visibility Tools to Reduce the Risk of Cyber Attacks

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Giovedì, Dicembre 1, 2022

Threat Navigator is a core component of Kudelski Securitys MDR client portal and integrated with FusionDetect , the foundation of Kudelski Securitys innovative XDR architecture, which has been instrumental in the global adoption of Kudelski Securitys enterprise MDR offerings.

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  • Threat Navigator is a core component of Kudelski Securitys MDR client portal and integrated with FusionDetect , the foundation of Kudelski Securitys innovative XDR architecture, which has been instrumental in the global adoption of Kudelski Securitys enterprise MDR offerings.
  • In response, security teams are under increasing scrutiny from business executives and boards of directors to clearly articulate the state of security.
  • One of the challenges security teams face is effectively understanding and communicating their risk and detection capabilities when protecting against modern threats and current threat actors.
  • Kudelski Security makes this new functionality available to all MDR clients, enhancing the interactive nature of its MDR services and expanding the functionality of its award-winning client portal.

Ransomware Activity Doubles in Transportation and Shipping Industry

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Mercoledì, Novembre 16, 2022

The report includes evidence of malicious activity linked to ransomware and nation-state backed advanced persistent threat (APT) actors.

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  • The report includes evidence of malicious activity linked to ransomware and nation-state backed advanced persistent threat (APT) actors.
  • Key findings:
    U.S. Ransomware Activity Leads the Pack: In the U.S. alone, ransomware activity increased 100% quarter over quarter in transportation and shipping.
  • Ransomware Evolved: Phobos, a ransomware sold as a complete kit in the cybercriminal underground, has avoided public reports until now.
  • It accounted for 10% of global detected activity and was the second most used ransomware detected in the US.

Redpoint Cybersecurity LLP - David Duncan is Promoted to Vice President of Cyber Operations

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Giovedì, Agosto 18, 2022

NEW YORK, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Redpoint Cybersecurity LLC ("Redpoint") has named David Duncan as its new Vice President of Cyber Operations.

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  • NEW YORK, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Redpoint Cybersecurity LLC ("Redpoint") has named David Duncan as its new Vice President of Cyber Operations.
  • As leader of the Cyber Operations team, David will have oversight over the Breach Response group as well as the Redpoint Labs team.
  • David Duncan is Promoted to Vice President of Cyber Operations at Redpoint Cybersecurity LLP.
  • For more information on Redpoint Cybersecurity, contact Anne Rusinak, Marketing Manager, at 646.531.3287, or via email at [email protected] and visit redpointcyber.com.

AttackIQ Announces Integration with Vectra AI Threat Detection and Response Platform to Help Customers Optimize their Security Control Effectiveness

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Mercoledì, Aprile 20, 2022

"It is exciting to see AttackIQ and Vectra joining forces to help customers enable a proactive, threat-informed defense," said Geert Busse, Head of Next-Gen Solutions Pre Sales EMEA, Westcon.

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  • "It is exciting to see AttackIQ and Vectra joining forces to help customers enable a proactive, threat-informed defense," said Geert Busse, Head of Next-Gen Solutions Pre Sales EMEA, Westcon.
  • The Vectra Platform uses security-led artificial intelligence (AI) to power threat detection and response to ensure speed, precision, and efficiency in surfacing and stopping attacks before devastating impact.
  • The AttackIQ Security Optimization Platform integration with the Vectra Threat Detection and Response Platform is available today.
  • AttackIQ, the leading independent vendor of breach and attack simulation solutions, built the industry's first Security Optimization Platform for continuous security control validation and improving security program effectiveness and efficiency.

Cyble Launches Defense Threat Intelligence Solution for Law Enforcement and Government Agencies

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Giovedì, Novembre 4, 2021

Cyble, an AI-powered, Y Combinator-backed, cyber threat intelligence company that empowers organizations with darkweb & cybercrime monitoring, today announced the availability of its Law Enforcement Agency (LEA) and defense threat intelligence solution .

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  • Cyble, an AI-powered, Y Combinator-backed, cyber threat intelligence company that empowers organizations with darkweb & cybercrime monitoring, today announced the availability of its Law Enforcement Agency (LEA) and defense threat intelligence solution .
  • In this regard, Cyble has been working with several law enforcement agencies across the world.
  • Cyble is excited to be collaborating with law enforcement and governmental agencies in helping them build a more resilient cyberspace presence, by empowering them with timely and actionable threat intelligence.
  • Cyble is a global threat intelligence SaaS provider that helps enterprises protect themselves from cybercrimes and exposure in the darkweb.

Cybereason CEO Lior Div to Deliver Keynote at the Govware Conference

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Giovedì, Settembre 30, 2021

BOSTON, Sept. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Cybereason , the leader in operation-centric attack protection, today announced that Lior Div, CEO and co-founder, will be a keynote speaker at the Govware Conference , in Singapore, Wednesday, October 6, 9:30 am, SST.

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  • BOSTON, Sept. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Cybereason , the leader in operation-centric attack protection, today announced that Lior Div, CEO and co-founder, will be a keynote speaker at the Govware Conference , in Singapore, Wednesday, October 6, 9:30 am, SST.
  • Div's keynote address will focus on Cybereason's year-long investigation into three Chinese threat groups that targeted telecommunications companies in Southeast Asia.
  • Prior to Cybereason, Div founded a cybersecurity services company that provided services to government agencies.
  • Cybereason is a privately held, international company headquartered in Boston with customers in more than 50 countries.

CYBER.ORG Releases First National K-12 Cybersecurity Learning Standards

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Mercoledì, Agosto 4, 2021

As the first national effort to align cybersecurity learning criteria across all 50 states, the K-12 cybersecurity learning standards aim to build a strong, more diverse talent pipeline to protect U.S. national security and maintain U.S. competitiveness on the world stage, while helping address the cybersecurity workforce shortage.

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  • As the first national effort to align cybersecurity learning criteria across all 50 states, the K-12 cybersecurity learning standards aim to build a strong, more diverse talent pipeline to protect U.S. national security and maintain U.S. competitiveness on the world stage, while helping address the cybersecurity workforce shortage.
  • The national K-12 cybersecurity learning standards are critical to providing the next generation of students with the skills and knowledge to pursue cybersecurity careers, ultimately helping solve the cybersecurity workforce gap, said Kevin Nolten, Director of Academic Outreach at CYBER.ORG.
  • The first-ever K-12 cybersecurity learning standards will support CYBER.ORGs mission to address the growing cybersecurity workforce crisis by increasing foundational cybersecurity awareness, access to cybersecurity education and interest in the cybersecurity profession.
  • The national K-12 cybersecurity learning standards will enable greater access to cybersecurity education in classrooms across the country, said Kirsten Baesler, North Dakota Superintendent of Public Instruction.

2019 Holiday Shopping Season Threat Review

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Giovedì, Gennaio 30, 2020

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 30, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RiskIQ, the global leader in attack surface management, today released its annual Holiday Shopping Season Threat Review highlighting how bad actors leveraged the season to fill their pockets.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 30, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- RiskIQ, the global leader in attack surface management, today released its annual Holiday Shopping Season Threat Review highlighting how bad actors leveraged the season to fill their pockets.
  • The 2019 holiday shopping season -- November 29 through December 31 -- raked in a record $1 trillion, an increase of nearly $300 billion from 2018.
  • 1,180 apps were blacklisted as malicious that can be found by searching for terms related to holiday shopping.
  • To understand the methods threat actors employed and where they focused their efforts, RiskIQ analyzed the RiskIQ Global Blacklist and RiskIQ mobile app database* before and after the holiday season.