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Building a Risk-Based Vulnerability Management Program

A risk-based vulnerability management program is a proactive cybersecurity strategy that identifies, assesses, and prioritizes weaknesses in a continuous cycle. Key components include vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and patch management, all of which are essential for a resilient security posture.

4 min read · aburgett
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Kaspersky is Officially Out of the US Market… Now What?

The U.S. ban on Kaspersky requires organizations to promptly transition to a new cybersecurity solution, creating operational and compliance challenges. A comprehensive plan should include uninstalling the software, selecting a new solution (such as one with both antivirus and EDR capabilities), and continuous monitoring.

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Key Takeaways from the Top Cybersecurity Breaches of 2024

Major breaches in 2024, including the "Mother of All Breaches" (MOAB) and the Change Healthcare attack, highlight the need for robust security measures. Key takeaways include implementing multi-factor authentication, conducting continuous security audits, and enhancing employee training on phishing and third-party vendor risks.

7 min read · aburgett
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Addressing the Cybersecurity Regulations Impacting the European Market: NIS2, CRA, and DORA

European cybersecurity regulations like NIS2, CRA, and DORA are being introduced to strengthen defenses in the digital world. NIS2 broadens the scope of critical sectors, the CRA focuses on securing digital products from design, and DORA enhances the operational resilience of the financial sector.

5 min read · aburgett
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A Wake-Up Call for Healthcare Cybersecurity: The Change Healthcare Breach Unpacked

The Change Healthcare breach serves as a wake-up call for the healthcare industry, emphasizing the need for enhanced cybersecurity measures, regular risk assessments, and robust incident response plans. The incident highlights the critical importance of mitigating third-party risks and fostering a culture of continuous security improvement.

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Company News

ArmorPoint Foils Emotet Threat with Quick Detection and Mitigation

ArmorPoint successfully detected and mitigated an Emotet malware threat using its Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) tool, preventing further execution. The incident highlights the importance of rapid response, machine timeline analysis, and post-incident actions like password resets to combat evolving threats.

4 min read · acapps
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ArmorPoint Analysts Halt In-Progress RCE Attack

On a quiet weekend late at night, Cybereason alerted ArmorPoint's analysts to a Windows process that was engaging in unexpected activity. The process was downloading a remote access executable and installing it on the customer's server.

2 min read · aburgett
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ArmorPoint Pinpoints Increase in Attacks Targeting On-Premise Exchange Servers

In the rapidly evolving landscape of cybersecurity, it's crucial to stay ahead of the game when it comes to protecting sensitive data and systems. At ArmorPoint, we've been closely monitoring a concerning trend: a marked increase in attacks targeting on-premise Exchange Servers.…

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ArmorPoint Thwarts Royal Ransomware’s Latest Threat

In this particular case, ArmorPoint's analysts intercepted an unknown file that had not been previously flagged by security researchers.…

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ArmorPoint continues growth in channel, partners with Cybersecurity provider TSAChoice

Phoenix, AZ January 7th, 2022 - ArmorPoint (armorpoint.com) and TSAChoice (tsachoice.com) are pleased to announce their newly-formed strategic partnership that combines TSAChoice’s industry-leading cybersecurity services with ArmorPoint’s best-in-class managed cybersecurity solut…

2 min read · acapps
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