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The latest News and Information on CyberSecurity for Applications, Services and Infrastructure, and related technologies.

Managing the Attack Surface: A Quick Guide for MSPs

As cyber threats get more sophisticated, cybersecurity becomes a top concern for organizations. In this context, MSPs face an unenviable task: they manage the IT infrastructure and services of multiple customers—often small and medium businesses, which tend to be cybercriminals’ preferred targets. This job is being made even more challenging due to the increased use of Internet of Things (IoT) devices and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policies in modern workplaces.

The Landscape of Zero Trust Adoption: Insights from Our 2023 Zero Trust Progress Report

Organizations are responding to the changing cybersecurity landscape. And zero trust is at the heart of this change, with 68% of respondents saying they’re planning or actively working towards adopting a zero trust access model. In collaboration with Cybersecurity Insiders, Ivanti surveyed 421 US-based IT and cybersecurity professionals to identify the latest enterprise adoption trends, challenges, gaps and solution preferences related to zero trust security.

Azure Key Vault: A Comprehensive Overview

Azure Key Vault is Microsoft’s dedicated cloud service, designed to safeguard cryptographic keys, application secrets, and other sensitive data. In an era where digital security is paramount, it functions as a centralized repository. Here, sensitive data is encrypted, ensuring that only designated applications or users can access them. Imagine having a hyper-secure, digital vault where you can store all your essential digital assets.

You've Goat-to Be Kidding Me: Cracking the Code of Installing the Microsoft Sentinel AMA and CEF Collector without Cribl

As a wise man once said, never ask a goat to install software, they’ll just end up eating the instructions. It may appear that the pesky goats have eaten some of those instructions or eaten too many sticker bushes to keep up with recent Microsoft Sentinel changes if you’ve tried configuring the CEF and Azure Connected Machine Agents. This guide is for you whether you have spent considerable time trying to get these agents to work or just dabbling in the Sentinel waters!

Ethics of Telemetry Collection for Employee Experience Improvement

Data collection has become an increasingly essential tool for businesses, allowing them to gather insights about their customers and employees. But it also raises the question of ethics: what data should be collected, how should it be used and who should have access to it? In this article, we'll explore the ethical implications of collecting employee experience data through telemetry.

How to Wipe a Mac Hard Drive Remotely with a Bash Script

As an IT professional or a Managed Service Provider (MSP), the task of managing user accounts on a network of Mac computers can be quite challenging. Imagine needing to repurpose a device, troubleshoot extensive issues, or ensure sensitive data is completely removed—these are daunting tasks that could require a significant amount of time and resources. This is where the 'Wipe a Mac Hard Drive Remotely' bash script comes into play.

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Strong Security Should Not Mean Slow Performance

The security threat vector has become wider and deeper as technology has advanced. Enterprises put a series of tools in place that attempt to close up the many possible holes. But it's not all smooth sailing for everyone. Slow performance due to security measures and high overhead can impact employee productivity.

Understanding Zero Trust Principles

Have you ever wondered how to keep your digital assets truly secure in a world where cyber threats seem to evolve quicker than cybersecurity measures? If so, you might want to consider adopting a Zero Trust security model. Far from being a buzzword, Zero Trust has emerged as a holistic approach to cybersecurity that operates on a straightforward principle: “Never Trust, Always Verify”.