Cybersecurity

With data breaches and similar incidents on the rise, today’s chief information security officers often become interested in Development, Security and Operations (DevSecOps), knowing it can help them smoothly integrate secure practices into the software development process. Then, they can move from the conventional gatekeeping-based approach to one that enables […]

The CISO’s Guide to DevSecOps: Moving Security From Gatekeeper to ...

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When a breach hits, it’s not the checklist that fails first. It’s the people. Humans are naturally wired to a fight-or-flight mechanism, but sometimes, this survival response hinders progressive action in solving the issue. Security teams often build incident response (IR) playbooks assuming ideal conditions — tools are online, team […]

Rethinking Incident Response: Why Your Plan Fails When People Panic

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Effective cybersecurity covers more than just technical defenses. The human element plays a massive role in an organization’s security posture, but many fail to address it properly. All too many businesses focus on increasing awareness without recognizing the need for cybersecurity behavior change. Why Is Cybersecurity Behavior Change Necessary? Human-centric […]

How to Drive Cybersecurity Behavior Change

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As artificial intelligence becomes more sophisticated, so too do the tools used by cybercriminals. One of the most alarming developments in recent years is the rise of AI-enhanced social engineering—a fusion of psychological manipulation and machine learning that poses a serious threat to individuals and small businesses alike. In this, […]

Understanding AI-Enhanced Social Engineering

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Drug counterfeiting in the pharmaceutical industry has been a problem for centuries. Experts have designed policies and technologies to fight against it over the years, though they are not foolproof. Virtual attacks threaten drug and customer data, making cybersecurity more crucial than ever in fighting counterfeiting efforts. These are the […]

The Role of Cybersecurity in Combating Drug Counterfeiting

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While compliance frameworks such as CMMC, NIST 800-171, and DFARS 7012 lay the groundwork for baseline cybersecurity posture, they do not explicitly mandate controls around email authentication protocols like DMARC, DKIM, and SPF. However, these controls are vital for brand protection, domain ownership, and customer trust—extending well beyond the boundaries […]

Strengthening Email Security with DMARC, DKIM, and SPF: A Strategic ...

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In Episode S7E13 of the Brilliance Security Magazine Podcast, host Steven Bowcut sits down with cybersecurity veteran Jim Alkove to discuss the evolving landscape of identity security. With over 25 years in the industry and leadership experience at Microsoft, Salesforce, and now as CEO of Oleria, Jim shares unique insights […]

Uncovering the Blind Spots in Modern Identity Security

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Protecting Yourself from the Rise of SMS Phishing Attacks Smishing—short for SMS phishing—is a cyber threat that’s gaining ground quickly, targeting people through the one device they rarely put down: their mobile phone. These text-based scams are designed to trick individuals into revealing personal information, downloading malware, or clicking on […]

How to Recognize and Avoid Smishing Scams

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As you learn about cybersecurity, you’ll develop hard, technical skills from operating and coding to risk management. To be a well-rounded professional, you must also develop applicable soft skills, which influence how you perform and interact with others. They can also set you up for future leadership roles. Here are […]

6 Essential Soft Skills for Advancing Your Cybersecurity Career

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The lines between physical and digital security are disappearing, and nowhere is this more critical than in the banking sector. This convergence is a double-edged sword — it strengthens the security infrastructure when done correctly, but poses a compounded risk to operations.  The Growing Threat of the Cyber-Physical Nexus Banks […]

The Convergence of Physical and Cybersecurity in Banking Infrastructure

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