Best Network Security Vendors for SaaS
Software as a Service (SaaS) security involves sets of rules, procedures, and technologies to maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data and services provided by SaaS. As businesses increasingly move to cloud-based software, SaaS security has become crucial to prevent financial losses, regulatory penalties, and brand damage due to data breaches or other cyber […]
New Trellix report highlights new developments in Malware & malicious GenAI
Trellix’s CyberThreat Report found collaboration between ransomware groups and state-backed hackers, the rise of obscure programming languages in malware, and cybercriminals using generative AI tools. The head of Threat Intelligence at Trellix emphasised the importance of threat intelligence for security teams, noting the growing sophistication of cybercriminals. The report also highlighted a 50% increase in […]
New Trellix report highlights new developments in Malware & malicious GenAI
Cybersecurity firm Trellix released a report revealing collaboration between ransomware groups and state-backed actors and the use of lesser-known programming languages for malware. They observed a rise in polyglot malware and Generative AI (GenAI) boosting phishing campaigns. There was also increased geopolitical threat activity linked to conflicts and elections. The report urged defenders to refer […]
Staff at Essex care home ‘didn’t wash their hands’ before giving medicine to residents | News
Rawreth Court in Rayleigh, Essex, has been told to make urgent improvements following a Care Quality Commission (CQC) report that found breaches of the Mental Capacity and Health and Social Care Acts. The home, which provides care for 34 older people with dementia and possible additional mental health needs, was particularly criticised for incidents relating […]
FBI and CISA warn of attacks by Rhysida ransomware gang
The FBI and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) have issued a joint alert about a ransomware group known as Rhysida targeting organizations across multiple sectors. Rhysida, active since May 2023, has affected at least 62 companies in sectors such as education, healthcare, manufacturing, IT, and government. The group is known to exploit remote […]
Oracle helps healthcare organizations improve inventory management
Oracle has expanded its Fusion Cloud Inventory Management with mobile capabilities, designed to improve inventory management for healthcare organisations by reducing inventory errors, improving restock efficiency and improving demand prediction. Features include the PAR Management Workbench for visibility and demand prediction, and the Last-Mile Logistics App for improved logistics and materials delivery.
Firm in difficult situation on updating public, rivals say
Legal experts have stated that law firm Allen & Overy finds itself in a difficult position following a cyberattack. The firm must balance the need for transparency with the risk of releasing information prematurely. These investigations can be complex, taking months to resolve. On the other hand, paying a ransom can cause reputational damage. LockBit, […]
FBI and CISA warn of attacks by Rhysida ransomware gang
The FBI and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) have issued a joint advisory warning about the Rhysida ransomware group. Active since May 2023, the group has targeted organizations across several industries. It also operates in a ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS) model, providing ransomware tools and infrastructure for a share of any ransoms paid. The advisory […]
What are the MIPS 2024 Final Scoring Policy Updates? (Part III)
MIPS (Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act of 2015) final rule updates stipulate final scoring policy changes for CY 2024. The policy modifies facility-based scoring that impacts participants reporting through MVPs (MIPS Value Pathways). It includes changes for the performance threshold, the addition of complex patient bonus, and maintains the targeted review timeline. P3 Care, […]
Top 21 Tanium Competitors and Alternatives
Headquartered in Washington, Tanium is a top cybersecurity and systems management firm founded by David and Orion Hindawi in 2007. The company offers cybersecurity solutions integrating IT, compliance, risk, and security workflows into a single platform. Despite facing competition from SentinelOne, Trend Micro, Microsoft, and others, Tanium was listed in Forbes 2023’s top 15 private […]