cyber defense

  1. Semperis and Akamai Join Forces to Protect Active Directory from Critical Vulnerability in Windows Server 2025

    In a significant move to bolster cybersecurity defenses, Semperis and Akamai have announced a strategic collaboration aimed at addressing a critical vulnerability in Active Directory (AD) within Windows Server 2025. This partnership underscores the growing importance of securing identity...
  2. How Windows 11 24H2 Disrupts Malware Self-Deletion & How Cybersecurity Teams Respond

    The ongoing race between cybersecurity defenders and threat actors is defined as much by shifting technical frontiers as by ingenuity and adaptation. Nowhere is this dynamic more vividly demonstrated than in the persistent evolution of malware evasion techniques and the operating system updates...
  3. Breaking Analysis: Navigating the Rapid Evolution of Enterprise Tech in 2023-2025

    The evolution of enterprise technology over the past several years has been punctuated by massive, industry-shaking events and slow-burning trends alike, but few editorial projects have captured the nuance of this transformation quite like Dave Vellante’s “Breaking Analysis.” This weekly...
  4. Microsoft’s Cybersecurity Leadership: Insights from Deputy CISOs & Strategic Innovations

    In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, few companies face the scope and scale of threats that Microsoft does. With a footprint that spans operating systems, productivity software, cloud computing, consumer AI, and enterprise hardware, Microsoft is a prime target on the global threat...
  5. Global Collapse of Transnational Scam Networks Targeting Seniors in Cybercrime Takedown

    Cross-border law enforcement efforts achieved a notable breakthrough as Microsoft and international authorities joined forces to dismantle a far-reaching transnational scam network targeting older adults. The collaborative operation exemplifies how coordinated interventions, advanced...
  6. CISA Adds Critical Chrome Vulnerability CVE-2025-5419 to KEV Catalog: What You Must Know

    In another urgent call to action for the cybersecurity community, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has added a newly discovered, actively exploited vulnerability to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) Catalog, once again highlighting the precarious balancing act...
  7. Decoding Threat Actor Names: The Quest for Clarity in Cybersecurity

    Every cyber incident headline seems to ping-pong between shifting brands: Cozy Bear, Midnight Blizzard, APT29, UNC2452, Voodoo Bear—names that sound like the roll call from a hacker-themed comic, not the carefully curated codenames for state-sponsored threat actors plaguing the digital world. If...
  8. Microsoft Defender for Endpoint: Comprehensive Cybersecurity Solution for Businesses

    In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, businesses are continually seeking robust solutions to safeguard their digital assets. Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE) has emerged as a prominent contender, offering a suite of features designed to detect, prevent, and respond to a myriad of...
  9. Microsoft and CrowdStrike Unite Threat Actor Names for Better Cybersecurity Collaboration

    In the complex arena of cybersecurity, few challenges have hindered swift threat intelligence sharing as much as the long-standing inconsistency in threat actor naming conventions. Security professionals, from incident responders to CISOs, have faced moments of hesitation and confusion when...
  10. CISA Adds 5 Critical Vulnerabilities to KEV Catalog: What Organizations Must Do Now

    The addition of five new vulnerabilities to the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)’s Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) Catalog arrives at a pivotal moment for both enterprise and individual cybersecurity stakeholders. As the digital landscape expands and cybercriminal...
  11. Microsoft and CrowdStrike Collaborate to Standardize Cyber Threat Actor Naming Conventions

    In the rapidly evolving realm of cybersecurity, the ability to swiftly and accurately identify threat actors is paramount. However, the proliferation of disparate naming conventions across the industry has often led to confusion and delayed responses. Recognizing this challenge, Microsoft and...
  12. Uncovering Windows 11 KTM Vulnerabilities: Cookies and Exploits at OffensiveCon 2025

    At OffensiveCon 2025, held at the Hilton Berlin, security researchers presented a groundbreaking analysis titled "Hunting For Overlooked Cookies In Windows 11 KTM And Baking Exploits For Them." This presentation delved into the intricacies of the Windows 11 Kernel Transaction Manager (KTM)...
  13. SIEM and SOAR Deployment Guide: Strengthening Cyber Defense Amid Evolving Threats

    The complexity and pace of today’s cyber threats have catalyzed a global reckoning for sharper, more dynamic security tools—a necessity that the latest joint guidance from the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) directly...
  14. Dadsec and Tycoon2FA: The Rising Threat of Sophisticated Phishing-as-a-Service Platforms

    The rapid evolution of cybercrime has brought forth a new era of sophisticated phishing operations, with attackers now leveraging complex “Phishing-as-a-Service” (PhaaS) platforms to target lucrative enterprise networks. One such operation, identified in research as Storm-1575 and more widely...
  15. Evolving Google Apps Script Phishing Threats to Microsoft 365 Accounts: What You Need to Know

    Phishing attacks continue to evolve, leveraging not only increasingly sophisticated social engineering techniques but also the legitimate tools and platforms users trust every day. The most recent wave of attacks, as publicized by cybersecurity researchers and industry reports, reveals that...
  16. How Hackers Exploit Google Apps Script for Microsoft 365 Phishing Attacks

    As phishing threats continue to evolve, attackers are leveraging increasingly sophisticated methods that use legitimate cloud platforms to disguise their malicious campaigns. Recent research has uncovered a worrying trend: the abuse of Google Apps Script as a vehicle for launching convincing...
  17. Microsoft’s Quantum-Proof Security Upgrade in Windows 11: Preparing for the Quantum Era

    Quantum computing has long existed at the intersection of scientific ambition and active, real-world concern, particularly in the field of cybersecurity. While these machines, capable of performing calculations far beyond those of today's supercomputers, once seemed a distant dream, the...
  18. Top Microsoft 365 Security Threats in 2025 & How to Mitigate Them

    As cyber threats targeting Microsoft 365 continue to evolve, understanding and mitigating these risks is paramount for organizations relying on this platform. The recent "Microsoft 365 Security Roundup: Top 5 Threats in 2025" summit highlighted the most pressing security challenges and provided...
  19. CVE-2025-5067: Critical Chromium Browser Vulnerability & How to Protect Your System

    In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, staying informed about vulnerabilities is paramount for both individual users and organizations. One such recent concern is the security flaw identified as CVE-2025-5067, which pertains to an inappropriate implementation within the Tab Strip...
  20. Top 5 Cyber Threats to Microsoft 365 and How to Protect Your Organization

    As cyber threats targeting Microsoft 365 continue to evolve, understanding the most pressing vulnerabilities is crucial for organizations aiming to safeguard their digital environments. Recent analyses have identified five primary threats that demand immediate attention: 1. Privilege Escalation...