cybersecurity

  1. Securing Microsoft 365: Proactive Strategies for Hybrid Work Environments

    As we navigate an era defined by remote and hybrid work environments, many organizations have hastily transitioned to solutions like Microsoft 365. However, this rush to adopt cloud technologies can leave critical security vulnerabilities in a business's digital infrastructure, highlighting the...
  2. Trustwave Achieves Microsoft FastTrack Ready Status in APAC for Enhanced Cybersecurity

    In a significant development for cybersecurity and cloud services, Trustwave has been elevated to Microsoft’s FastTrack Ready partner status within the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. This recognition positions Trustwave not just as a partner but as a Microsoft Verified Managed Extended Detection...
  3. IGEL Enhances Security with Microsoft Entra ID, Intune, and Edge Integration

    In today's rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape, the need for robust security solutions has never been greater. Enter IGEL, a pioneering provider of secure endpoint operating systems, which recently announced an exciting enhancement to its platform with support for several Microsoft...
  4. Windows 11 24H2: Office Apps Crashing with CrowdStrike Antivirus

    In a startling development that has echoed through the corridors of IT departments globally, users of Windows 11 running version 24H2 have reported that key Office applications, such as Word and Excel, are crashing when installed alongside CrowdStrike's antivirus software. This issue seems to...
  5. Windows 10 End Date Approaches: Over 50 Million Users at Risk

    A chilling advisory has echoed through the walls of the Windows user community, announcing that over 50 million users are now in a precarious cybersecurity position. With Microsoft's gradual phase-out of Windows 10 and the looming end-of-support date for the operating system set for October 14...
  6. Essential BitLocker Setup Tips for Windows 11 Security

    In the age of relentless cyber threats and data breaches, the need for robust data protection on our devices has never been more pronounced. Enter BitLocker, the formidable encryption tool built into Windows 11 that acts like a digital vault for your sensitive information. Whether you are...
  7. Microsoft Teams Expands Town Hall Capacity to 50,000 Attendees

    Microsoft is making waves in the corporate communication world with a significant enhancement to its Teams application. Starting December 2024, Teams will allow organizations to host virtual Town Hall events with an attendee limit skyrocketing from 20,000 to an astonishing 50,000 participants...
  8. China-Linked Botnet Targets Microsoft Azure with Covert Password Spraying

    In a trend that should raise alarm bells in the cybersecurity community, it has been reported that hackers allegedly linked to the Chinese government are utilizing a massive botnet to execute covert password spraying attacks specifically aimed at Microsoft’s Azure cloud services. Dubbed...
  9. Understanding Kerberoasting: Cybersecurity Threats & Mitigation Strategies

    As cyber threats continue to evolve in sophistication and scale, it has become imperative for security professionals to stay abreast of the latest attack vectors and defense mechanisms. Among these, Kerberoasting has emerged as a particularly pernicious Active Directory (AD) attack vector. Its...
  10. HID Global Integrates with Microsoft Entra ID for Enhanced MFA Solutions

    In a significant advancement towards enhancing cybersecurity and streamlining user authentication, HID Global has announced a strategic integration with Microsoft Entra ID. This collaboration enables the use of physical access cards as a multi-factor authentication (MFA) method for accessing a...
  11. HID Global, Microsoft Entra ID Transform MFA with Physical Access Cards

    In a significant stride towards enhancing enterprise security, HID Global, a leading identity solution provider, has unveiled its latest integration with Microsoft Entra ID, formerly known as Azure Active Directory. This strategic collaboration marks a pivotal advancement in multifactor...
  12. HID Global Integrates Authentication Platform with Microsoft Entra ID for Enhanced Security

    Date: October 16, 2024 By: WindowsForum.com IT News Team In a significant advancement for enterprise security, HID Global, a leading identity solution provider, has announced the integration of its Authentication Platform with Microsoft Entra ID. This strategic collaboration empowers...
  13. HID Global & Microsoft: Enhancing MFA with Existing Physical Access Cards

    In a significant advancement for enterprise security, HID Global and Microsoft have announced a strategic integration that allows organizations to utilize their existing physical access cards for multi-factor authentication (MFA) with Microsoft's Entra ID. This collaboration aims to streamline...
  14. Microsoft Entra Introduces Token Theft Protection: A New Era in Cybersecurity

    In an era where cybersecurity threats evolve at an unprecedented pace, organizations must remain vigilant in safeguarding their digital assets. Recognizing this critical need, Microsoft has introduced a groundbreaking security feature within its Entra suite: Token Theft Protection. Announced on...
  15. Microsoft Entra Tenants to Mandate MFA Registration: Key Security Enhancements

    In a significant move to bolster cybersecurity, Microsoft has announced plans to enhance security measures across its Entra tenants. This initiative focuses on making multifactor authentication (MFA) registration mandatory for users within organizations that have security defaults enabled. This...
  16. Enhancing Cybersecurity: Best Practices in Privileged Access Management Against Ransomware

    In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats, ransomware attacks have emerged as one of the most pernicious and financially damaging forms of cybercrime. High-profile incidents such as the breaches of SolarWinds, Colonial Pipeline, and Hafnium Exchange have underscored a significant...
  17. Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Protecting SMBs from Evolving Threats

    As Cybersecurity Awareness Month marks its 21st year this October, the persistent threat of cyberattacks remains a formidable challenge for businesses across the spectrum. Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), particularly those with 25 to 299 employees, find themselves uniquely vulnerable...
  18. Microsoft Warns of CovertNetwork-1658 Botnet Targeting Azure: Cybersecurity Alert

    In a significant cybersecurity development, Microsoft has issued a stern warning regarding an ongoing, sophisticated attack on its Azure cloud computing service. The threat stems from a large-scale botnet, predominantly composed of compromised TP-Link routers, that has been actively conducting...
  19. Quad7 Botnet: TP-Link Routers Compromised in Cybersecurity Breach

    In a significant cybersecurity development, thousands of TP-Link routers have been compromised by hackers allegedly operating on behalf of the Chinese government. These malicious actors have harnessed the vulnerabilities in TP-Link's networking products to form a formidable botnet, now...
  20. CISA Adds New Vulnerabilities in PTZOptics Cameras: Urgent Security Alerts

    The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has expanded its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities Catalog by adding two new vulnerabilities that pose significant threats to both federal and private sector organizations. These additions are based on concrete evidence of active...