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Tyler Reguly
Guide
What Experts Have to Say About Choosing the Right Cybersecurity Frameworks
Frameworks like the Center for Internet Security (CIS) Controls, MITRE ATT&CK and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework give organizations clear, step-by-step methodologies for protecting their sensitive data, leveraging a wealth of industry knowledge to take the guesswork out of your security program.
While these cybersecurity...
Blog
Insider Threats Maintain a Rising Trend
By Katrina Thompson on Tue, 05/14/2024
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“When the cat’s away, the mouse will play,” the old adage goes. Filings to anti-fraud non-profit Cifas would support that claim, as Insider Threat Database (ITD) reports rose by 14% this past year and are largely attributable to hard-to-monitor work-from-home employees mixed with “increasing financial pressures.” The report...
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The Impact of NIST SP 800-171 on SMBs
By Josh Breaker-Rolfe on Mon, 05/06/2024
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From more broad laws like GDPR to industry-specific regulations like HIPAA, most organizations today must comply with some kind of data protection guideline. Some businesses may even have to comply with numerous data protection regulations. As such, compliance with data protection regulations has become increasingly complicated....
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Enhancing Endpoint Security with Advanced Host-Based Intrusion Detection Capabilities
By Tripwire Guest Authors on Tue, 04/23/2024
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In 2023, companies lost about $4.45 million on average because of data breaches. As cyber threats advance, securing endpoints is more important than ever. An advanced Host-based Intrusion Detection System (HIDS) provides a sturdy remedy to improve endpoint security. By monitoring and examining system responses and device status,...
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Oops, Malware! Now What? Dealing with Accidental Malware Execution
By Dilki Rathnayake on Tue, 04/02/2024
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On an ordinary day, you're casually surfing the web and downloading some PDF files. The document icons seem pretty legitimate, so you click without a second thought. But, to your surprise, nothing happens. A closer look reveals that what you believed to be a harmless PDF was, in fact, an executable file. Panic sets in as your...
Datasheet
What Makes Fortra’s Tripwire Different
Are you weighing your options between integrity management solutions? Evaluating, purchasing, and deploying new software is hard work, especially when you get down to the granular details of understanding which solutions have which capabilities and matching those capabilities to your organization’s particular needs. In an industry buzzing with ever-changing terminology and a...
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Federated Learning for Cybersecurity: Collaborative Intelligence for Threat Detection
By Tripwire Guest Authors on Mon, 03/18/2024
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The demand for innovative threat detection and intelligence approaches is more pressing than ever. One such paradigm-shifting technology gaining prominence is Federated Learning (FL). This emerging concept harnesses the power of collaborative intelligence, allowing disparate entities to pool their insights without compromising...
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The Importance of Host-Based Intrusion Detection Systems
By Steven Sletten on Wed, 03/13/2024
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What Is a Host-Based Intrusion Detection System (HIDS)?
A host-based intrusion detection system, or HIDS, is a network application that monitors suspicious and malicious behavior, both internally and externally.
The HIDS’ job is to flag any unusual patterns of behavior that could signify a breach. By bringing this activity to...
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Resolving Top Security Misconfigurations: What you need to know
By Jeff Moline on Mon, 01/22/2024
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One of the most common factors that can lead to cybersecurity incidents is a security misconfiguration in software or application settings. The default settings that come with the implementation of these tools and solutions are often not configured securely, and many organizations do not invest the time and resources into...
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Expert Insight for Securing Your Critical Infrastructure
By Ted Rassieur on Mon, 01/15/2024
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At Tripwire's recent Energy and NERC Compliance Working Group, we had the opportunity to speak with the Manager of Gas Measurement, Controls, & Cybersecurity at a large energy company. More specifically, we focused on SCADA and field assets of gas Operational Technology. The experience at the management level of such an...
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Guide to Creating a Robust Website Security Incident Response Plan
By Joseph Chukwube on Mon, 12/18/2023
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Earlier this year, the SEC proposed a new set of rules on cybersecurity governance, which would require public companies to make appropriate disclosures of cyber risks and management procedures.
Although the amendments target the financial sector, it is one more evidence of the fact that cybersecurity is no longer a backburner...
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Operational Resilience: What It Is and Why It's Important
By Nick Hogg on Wed, 12/13/2023
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Frankly stated, operational resilience is your ability to climb the mountain, no matter the weather. Businesses now need more than a good security structure to weather the storms of AI-driven threats, APTs, cloud-based risks, and hyper-distributed environments.
And more importantly, operational resilience in 2024 requires a...
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Tips for Achieving Success With a NERC CIP Audit
By Jim Fisher on Wed, 12/13/2023
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Electrical utilities are responsible for just about everything we do. This presents a tremendous burden on those who operate those utilities. One way these organizations offer assurance is through the audit process. While audits can generate tremendous anxiety, good planning, and tools can help make the entire process go...
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NIST CSF 2.0: What you need to know
By Antonio Sanchez on Mon, 12/11/2023
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Organizations looking to protect their sensitive data and assets against cyberattacks may lack the ability to build a cybersecurity strategy without any structured help. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has a free, public framework to help any organization mature its IT security posture. Recently, the...
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Guarding the Grid: Navigating the Current and Future Landscape of Utility Cybersecurity
By Travis Emerson on Mon, 11/27/2023
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Tripwire recently held its annual Energy and NERC Compliance Working Group. This year's attendees included more than 200 Tripwire customer utility personnel representing over 80 different registered entities from all across the US and Canada. The company sizes ranged from public utility districts and city municipalities to...
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Massive Surge in Security Breaches of Pensions Prompt Questions
By Josh Breaker-Rolfe on Thu, 11/02/2023
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A recent report from RPC has revealed that cybersecurity breaches in UK pension schemes increased by 4,000% from 2021/22 to 2022/23. Understandably, the announcement has raised serious concerns about the efficacy of financial service organization’s cybersecurity programmes. Although the reasons for cyberattacks on financial...
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Understanding Cybersecurity Footprinting: Techniques and Strategies
By Dilki Rathnayake on Mon, 10/16/2023
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Footprinting, also known as fingerprinting, is a methodology used by penetration testers, cybersecurity professionals, and even threat actors to gather information about a target organization to identify potential vulnerabilities. Footprinting is the first step in penetration testing. It involves scanning open ports, mapping...
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What is NERC? Everything you need to know
By Michael Betti on Tue, 10/03/2023
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Electric grids are part of every nation’s critical infrastructure. Every societal activity and business depends on reliable and safe electricity distribution. The US electric grid is a huge network of powerlines, distribution hubs, and renewable and non-renewable energy generators that is increasingly exposed to cyber-physical...
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Fighting AI Cybercrime with AI Security
By Tripwire Guest Authors on Mon, 10/02/2023
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On August 10th, the Pentagon introduced "Task Force Lima," a dedicated team working to bring Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the core of the U.S. defense system. The goal is to use AI to improve business operations, healthcare, military readiness, policy-making, and warfare.
Earlier in August, the White House announced a...