Operations | Monitoring | ITSM | DevOps | Cloud

April 2024

The State of the Industry With Security Expert Matt Johansen

In this livestream, I talked to security expert Matt Johansen, a computer security veteran who has helped defend everyone from startups to the largest financial companies in the world. We talked about the current state of cybersecurity, why attacks are on the rise, and what can be done to prevent threats in the future. Matt’s blog covers the latest news in cybersecurity and also touches on mental health and personal growth for tech professionals.

Transforming Cybersecurity with AWS Graviton

Meet a cutting-edge SaaS platform revolutionizing cybersecurity operations with advanced AI and automation. With the expert support of 2bcloud, recognized under the AWS Graviton Service Delivery Program, the company has enhanced security infrastructures by optimizing MITRE ATT&CK coverage and revealing hidden detection gaps.

Puppet + Penacity: Secure Critical Infrastructure with Compliance as a Service

Compliance as a Service (CaaS) can help you tackle some of your biggest compliance challenges like quick policy changes, evolving security risks, and talent shortages. In this blog, we’ll give you options for handling compliance (and ultimately, security) based on your current needs, and help you assess next steps toward a more compliant and secure infrastructure.

Vulnerability and DevSecOps: Integrate ITSM + RBVM

Ivanti’s Danny Hong recaps his session at ISS 2024, discussing how ITSM can be integrated with RBVM to streamline security’s role in both service management and application development, reducing friction across the organization. Ivanti finds, heals, and protects every device, everywhere – automatically. Whether your team is down the hall or spread around the globe, Ivanti makes it easy and secure for them to do what they do best.

What Is Spyware? The Various Types & How To Stay Protected

Think of all the information you type into your mobile or computer devices every day. From conversations with close and trusted friends, to sensitive medical queries and banking details – today’s devices are integral to our day to day lives. Attackers don’t just understand that your phone and laptop hold a lot of sensitive data – they also know this sensitive data can be sold for a profit.

8 Ways Technology Fortifies Safety in Online Money Transactions

The modern digital era has witnessed a significant increase in the number of online transactions and any sort of financial security measures in online transactions are inevitable. Rapid digitalization brought in various safety measures to add to the security of online money transactions, which has created confidence in the users to perform monetary transactions without worries over the internet. We will dive into the eight issues that have resulted in the provision of a high level of security in online monetary transactions.
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How to Threat Hunt in Amazon Security Lake

Establishing a proactive security posture involves a data-driven approach to threat detection, investigation, and response. In the past, this was challenging because there wasn't a centralized way to collect and analyze security data across sources, but with Amazon Security Lake it is much simpler. Whether you're a security company improving and refining your threat intelligence for customers, or you're investigating security threats within your own environment, there are a few important things you need to know. This blog will cover the tools, frameworks and data types you'll need to threat hunt in Amazon Security Lake.

5 Key Benefits Of Using Digital Platform Services

Running a business the­se days means racing to stay ahead. Companie­s look for ways to work smarter, get more done­, and beat the competition. One­ great strategy is using digital platform service­s. Digital platform se­rvices cover a lot of solutions. They assist with communication, te­amwork, marketing, and customer interactions. He­re are five big pe­rks of digital platform services that can supercharge­ your business success.

Security Concerns with Online File Converters

In today's digital age, file converter software has become an indispensable tool for individuals and businesses alike. With the rise of cloud-based services, many users turn to online converting platforms for their transformation needs. While these web-based solutions offer convenience and accessibility, they also raise significant security concerns that should not be overlooked.

What is Malware as a Service and How it Affects Business Security

Malware as a Service (MaaS) is a direct replica of the Software as a Service (SaaS) business model you’re already familiar with. In the same way that SaaS customers are able to purchase software via rapid and scalable licensing, online communities of threat actors have paved the way toward a highly efficient, distributed malware economy of their own. Malware distribution used to be direct – usually from the same attacker or group as those that created it.

Create a custom merge check in Bitbucket Cloud to prevent merges containing exposed secrets

Caterina Curti (Sr. Developer Advocate, Bitbucket Cloud) shows us all the steps required to setup your workspace and repository to create a custom merge check in Bitbucket Cloud to prevent merges that contain exposed secrets.
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The journey to observability delivers benefits for the entire the IT department

Across all industries, IT departments are moving from traditional application monitoring approaches towards full-stack observability. Rapid adoption of cloud native technologies has led to spiraling complexity and exposed the limitations of the Application Performance Management (APM) tools being deployed by IT teams.

Decoding Bank Fraud: Investigative Processes Unveiled

Unlocking the intricate web of bank fraud is akin to deciphering a complex puzzle with high stakes. As you navigate through the labyrinth of investigative processes utilized to uncover fraudulent activities, you'll gain valuable insights into the sophisticated methods employed by fraudsters. Stay tuned to unravel the cloak of deception shrouding the financial industry and discover the meticulous strategies employed to safeguard against such threats.

Orion Messenger: Navigating the Galaxy of Secure Communication

Have you ever wondered if there's a secure messaging platform that can truly safeguard your conversations in the vast digital galaxy? Imagine a space where your communication is shielded from prying eyes and data breaches. Orion Messenger may just be the solution you've been seeking. As you delve into its features and user interface, you'll discover a world where privacy and data security are paramount.

Cisco announces standalone Secure Application, offering increased flexibility to security teams

Cisco's Secure Application is now available as an independent application on the Cisco Observability Platform and can be deployed with or without Cisco Cloud Observability. This announcement increases the flexibility offered to IT professionals and allows in house security teams to harness powerful security capabilities without committing to cloud native application performance monitoring.

10 Benefits of a Multicloud Environment

Multicloud is defined as using cloud computing services from at least two different providers. Instead of a single-cloud stack, the user will plan out a combination of services. They can choose the features that suit their needs from a wide range of service providers. Many businesses use multi-cloud environments. A company can reduce expenses by using several cloud service providers and mixing their offerings. This approach helps them make the most of their resources and gain flexibility.

Feature Friday #7: depends_on

Ever wanted to make sure a promise only runs if some other promise has succeeded? Consider this contrived example with two reports type promises, It's Friday! and I love CFEngine Feature Friday. Per normal ordering1, these two promises will be emitted in the written order. /tmp/feature-friday-7.cf command output If we want them in the opposite order, we could either change the order or define classes based on the results of the promises.

The importance of automated compliance in software development

Espen Thomassen Sæverud - CTO Stacc & Øyvind Fanebust - Partner - Stacc A snippet from: Help, we’re doing ISO! Why, what, and how? Continuous Compliance Espen & Øyvind have extensive experience in banking and finance with particular expertise in the area of Continuous Compliance. In this talk they will take you on a journey towards ISO certification, discussing challenges and best approaches.

Understanding Carrier Lookup Tools

In today's digitally connected world, mobile phones have become an essential part of everyday life. With the proliferation of mobile carriers and networks, it can be challenging to decipher the details behind a phone number. This is where Carrier Lookup Tools step in, offering a solution to unravel the mysteries of mobile carriers and provide valuable insights into phone numbers.

Customizing Your Entity Management System for Maximum Efficiency

In today's fast-moving business environment, companies must have an effective Entity Management System (EMS) to streamline operations and ensure compliance with regulations. An EMS is a hub for managing data, governance documents, and critical legal entities. However, customizing the EMS to meet your organization's needs is vital to maximizing efficiency.

The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Enterprise Password Management

In an era where cyber threats are becoming more sophisticated, the significance of robust password management cannot be overstated. The advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has ushered in a new epoch for cybersecurity, fundamentally transforming enterprise password management. This blog post delves into how AI is revolutionizing this domain, enhancing security measures, and propelling businesses toward a more secure digital environment.

Social Engineering: The Human Factor in Cyber Threats

In the intricate web of cyber security threats, social engineering stands out not just for its technical cunning but for its reliance on a more fallible vector-human nature. Distinct from other cyber threats that predominantly target computer systems, social engineering zooms in on the individual, aiming to manipulate and exploit their natural tendencies for trust, helpfulness, and curiosity. As businesses and individuals fervently build their digital fortresses with the latest technological defenses, they must not overlook the cruciality of reinforcing the human element within their cyber security protocols.

NIS2 Directive: Understanding The EU Cybersecurity Legislation

If you're here, it's likely because you're an IT professional who wants to stay up-to-date on cybersecurity regulations and directives, especially if your organization operates within the European Union (EU). One important regulation to be aware of is the NIS2 Directive aka the second take of the Network and Information Security (NIS).

A quick MSP guide to pricing security-with a focus on Nable MDR

It’s almost a weekly occurrence where I inevitably receive an email or LinkedIn message from an MSP asking about pricing. And I seem to get this question more frequently whenever we launch a new product. Since launching our newest solution—N‑able MDR—the pricing question has become almost a daily occurrence.

Mobile Threat Defense: How to Guard Against New Cyber Threats

Ivanti’s Alex Mercer breaks down her session at ISS 2024, explaining the sheer volume of cyber threats targeting mobile devices today and how organizations can go about protecting themselves as those trends continue to develop. Ivanti finds, heals, and protects every device, everywhere – automatically. Whether your team is down the hall or spread around the globe, Ivanti makes it easy and secure for them to do what they do best.

How Tech Startups Can Secure Sensitive Data with Cutting-Edge Security Solutions

Data security for tech startups in today's digital environment is of utmost importance, given the frequency and sophistication of cyber threats. Protecting sensitive information has become more of an imperative than ever, particularly as startups handle valuable intellectual property, customer details, and financial details whose consequences if compromised can be disastrous - this is where advanced security solutions like digital cabinet locks come into play.

What's new in security for Ubuntu 24.04 LTS?

We’re excited about the upcoming Ubuntu 24.04 LTS release, Noble Numbat. Like all Ubuntu releases, Ubuntu 24.04 LTS comes with 5 years of free security maintenance for the main repository. Support can be expanded for an extra 5 years, and to include the universe repository, via Ubuntu Pro. Organisations looking to keep their systems secure without needing a major upgrade can also get the Legacy Support add-on to expand that support beyond the 10 years.

A Guide to Choosing The Best WordPress Hosting Provider

WordPress is essentially a self-hosted content management system, which means you'll need to find your own hosting provider for your WordPress website. There are different web hosting types and options you can consider. Those include entry-level shared hosting, premium WordPress hosting, managed cloud hosting, and others. Beginners may feel lost among all the endless choices and reviews that can keep you going around in circles.

Moving from VPN to SSE: How to Manage Your Migration

Ivanti’s Sachin Natu recaps his session at ISS 2024, covering the paradigm shift away from VPN and how organizations can ensure a smooth migration to an SSE solution instead. Ivanti finds, heals, and protects every device, everywhere – automatically. Whether your team is down the hall or spread around the globe, Ivanti makes it easy and secure for them to do what they do best. Ivanti is IT for the way we work now. Integrated solutions for everything IT touches. So, employees can work better, anywhere, and everywhere.

How to Build a Robust Cybersecurity Strategy for Your Business

In today's digital age, cybersecurity has become a critical concern for businesses of all sizes. With the increasing frequency and sophistication of cyber threats, it's more important than ever for companies to have a robust cybersecurity strategy in place. A strong cybersecurity strategy not only protects sensitive data but also safeguards the reputation and trust of your business. In this blog post, we'll explore the key steps to building a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy that can help defend your business against cyber threats.

Reasons Why Cybersecurity Should Be A Top Priority For Businesses

Besides pushing themselves forward, companies should also be on the defense. This may involve installing antivirus software and firewalls or studying proactive security engineering techniques for cloud-native teams. Cybercrime sadly affects companies of all sizes, and some never recover from these attacks. In this article, we discuss why cybersecurity should be at the top of the list for your business.

Role of AI in Predictive Security Camera Monitoring

As the modern secure world faces several advanced technologies and ever-evolving security threats, the roles of artificial intelligence in predictive security camera monitoring systems have all the opportunities to be a stimulating force to protect people, properties, and public places. Thanks to the ability of AI to quickly predict threats and rapidly respond with much more accuracy than ever before, security systems can now be more tailored to surveillance and risk management needs, turning the traditional notion of this vertical upside down.
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Navigating Industry-Specific Challenges in IT Infrastructure Monitoring and Automation

In navigating the intricate landscape of IT infrastructure, NiCE IT Management Solutions' whitepaper delves deep, unraveling the historical tapestry shaping the contemporary technological terrain. It dissects industry-specific challenges, offers tailored insights into crafting monitoring and automation solutions, and spotlights key players' pivotal roles. Real-world applications showcase how these technologies drive operational excellence, emphasizing the necessity of skillful guidance through monitoring and automation in today's business environments.

Understanding Modern Device Management and Mobile Threat Defense

The focus is on modern Device Management (MDM) and Mobile Threat Defense (MTD) processes. It delves into device provisioning using zero-touch enrollment and various methods. The role of Apple Business Manager in configuring devices, applying security profiles, and installing applications is highlighted. The importance of a secure and highly available user experience, device monitoring, notifications, and support services is emphasized. The discussion also covers end-of-life scenarios and the role of Imperium and Ivanti in securing devices.

What is platform engineering and when should you invest in it?

As application platforms grow larger, the idea of DevOps teams where developers support the software development lifecycle, but also manage infrastructure and the platform, is beginning to reach the limits of what these teams can support. Rather than taking their best application developers and making them work on infrastructure problems, more organizations are coming to the conclusion that a centralized platform team specialized in that area is a better use of their developers’ skill sets.

What Is Wireless Network Security for Businesses?

In today’s connected era, businesses are increasingly reliant on wireless networks to facilitate daily operations, embracing the flexibility and mobility that wireless technology offers over traditional wired connections. This shift underscores a critical need for robust security measures to safeguard against a myriad of cyber threats and vulnerabilities, with potential risks looming over business data and operational continuity.

NIS2: Compliance Requirements, Deadline + Instructions for the NIS2 Directive

The compliance landscape for organizations in the European Union (EU) is heating up again – this time with the second landmark Network and Information Security (NIS2) Directive, set to take effect on October 17, 2024. But what does NIS2 compliance entail? What's the difference between the original NIS1 vs. NIS2? Who needs to comply with NIS2, and what are the penalties for not complying with the new directive?

Feature Friday #6: cf-promises

Will your policy work? cf-promises can check the CFEngine policy for syntax errors and give you an overview of the host’s context. It’s always a good idea to check your policy for syntax errors. Consider this policy file: /tmp/feature-friday-6.cf Can you spot the error? Let’s see if cf-promises can help: command output The output tells us that there is a syntax error near line 6, column 2. A semicolon (;) was expected but instead, a closing curly brace (}) was found.

Securing Your Environment: A Guide to Windows Application Whitelisting

A simple and quick way to protect your data environment is by implementing Windows application whitelisting, a strategy that lets only trusted software run on your system. This not only safeguards you from malicious applications but also gives you application control, ensuring stability and security. This guide will help you understand what Windows application whitelisting is and the tools and technologies you can use to enforce whitelisting policies and best practices for whitelisted software management.

Detect and score application vulnerabilities

With AppDynamics and Cisco Secure Application, you can quickly identify where application vulnerabilities exist and gain insights as to how best to remediate them based on business risk observability. Let technology work for you by keeping up with the most recent vulnerabilities and help you prioritize what to remediate based on business risk.

Understanding What Data Masking Is and Its Critical Role in Data Security

In the fast-paced realm of modern business, data reigns supreme as the driving force behind organizational decisions, innovative breakthroughs, and competitive edge. As technology continues to advance, the sheer volume and intricacy of data generated by organizations have reached unprecedented levels. Alongside this exponential growth comes the pressing need to safeguard sensitive information from the ever-looming threats of unauthorized access and breaches. In this landscape, data masking emerges as an indispensable weapon in the arsenal of data security measures.

Proactively Protect: Automating and Strengthening Endpoint Security Measures

In an ever-evolving cybersecurity climate, safeguarding endpoints against threats has never been more paramount in today’s constantly evolving cybersecurity space. Endpoint management plays a key role in ensuring key security tools like antivirus and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) software are present and operational, while automating endpoint hardening that promotes a stronger security posture.

The Benefits of Using C Sharp Read XLSX Files for Business Applications

In the age of digital transformation, quick access to information is pivotal for businesses to make decisions with precision. Near the top of the list of formats for storing tabular data is the ubiquitous Excel. Leveraging the right programming language to harness this data goldmine can be a game-changer for any business. One such language is C#, which offers a robust and streamlined approach for reading XLSX files. Here's how a C sharp read XLSX file can enhance your data parsing capabilities and how it benefits your business. Read on.

Delivering Value in IT and Security with Stagnant Budgets

In a recent live stream, Jackie McGuire and I looked into a crucial topic that many IT and security teams face: delivering value in your organization without budget increases. In this age where technology underpins every facet of business, how can teams maximize their impact with finite resources?

Building trust in the digital realm: Safeguarding user experience amid website threats

With an increasing number of organisations moving to online platforms and adding to the huge network of existing online sites, building and maintaining a trustworthy platform is of paramount importance for business. A secure platform not only safeguards sensitive information but also fosters confidence among users, paving the way for meaningful connections and lasting customer relationships.

WAF and Compliance: Meeting Legal and Regulatory Requirements

Building a web application in an online environment that hosts a countless number of bad bots, malicious hackers, and other security threats can be complicated. A web application must first be built to be functional (easy enough, sort of), and to be secure. Ideally, security will be considered from the beginning, and then flaws will need to be addressed upon completion. So, if your organization handles customer data, which it almost certainly does, there are legal and regulatory compliance rules you have to follow.

End-to-End Monitoring for NetApp Data Protection Lifecycle

Securing your company's vital information assets is very important since data losses can have serious consequences, including business interruptions, loss of reputation, penalties for noncompliance, and, ultimately, revenue loss. That is why having a strong data protection strategy is essential, with NetApp providing a complete suite of solutions to protect your data across its full lifecycle.

Why data anonymization is important to organizations - and their customers

The rise of the digital era has led to increasing concerns among individuals around the protection of their personal data. In 2022, for example, 24% of individuals exercised their right to Data Subject Access Requests, and this rose to 28% in 2023 according to Statista research results.

10 Best Vulnerability Management Tools for IT Professionals

Searching for the best vulnerability management tools in the market today? You’ve come to the right place. We’ve done all the research, compiled data from leading review sites, such as G2 and Capterra, and created this comprehensive guide on what to look for when selecting the best software vulnerability management tools for your business. When using this guide, it’s important to remember that vulnerability management, as a category, is essentially comprised of two functions.

5 Reasons Why Your Company Should Invest in Legal Software Development Services

The legal landscape is changing at an extraordinary pace, and law firms that fail to keep up risk falling behind. Legal software development services have emerged as a critical investment to navigate these changes, offering substantial benefits beyond simple technology upgrades. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the myriad advantages that legal software development can bring to your firm, highlighting five key areas where these investments can drive significant value.

The role of secure data storage in fueling AI innovation

Artificial intelligence is the most exciting technology revolution of recent years. Nvidia, Intel, AMD and others continue to produce faster and faster GPU’s enabling larger models, and higher throughput in decision making processes. Outside of the immediate AI-hype, one area still remains somewhat overlooked: AI needs data (find out more here).

Ivanti Neurons for EASM in 105 seconds

Through its agentless approach to monitoring, Ivanti Neurons for EASM provides complete visibility of all the internet-facing assets across an organization’s attack surface. It also delivers actionable intelligence on exposures impacting those assets that enables organizations to minimize their attack surface, thereby lowering the risk of data breaches, fines and downtime.. Ivanti finds, heals, and protects every device, everywhere – automatically. Whether your team is down the hall or spread around the globe, Ivanti makes it easy and secure for them to do what they do best.

Episode 3 | Ryan Cooke on CSPM, DSPM and Data Security in the Cloud

In this episode, the hosts and guest discuss the importance of data security posture management (DSPM) and its role in protecting sensitive data. They explore the evolution of the cybersecurity and data security market over the years, highlighting the challenges and advancements in securing data in cloud environments. The conversation also touches on the vendor landscape, the complexity of selecting security tools, and the need for organizations to invest in data security. The key takeaways include the overwhelming number of security tools available, the importance of aligning security goals with business risks, and the impact of regulations on data security.

Facing the Future of SBOMs: Are You Ready to Overcome Their Biggest Challenges?

In this session at Navigate North America 24, Cortez Frazier Jr. from Fossa delves into the critical world of Software Bill of Materials (SBOMs). As regulatory demands increase and the call for software component transparency becomes louder, mastering SBOMs is essential. Cortez unpacks the complexities of creating, managing, and distributing SBOMs, offering actionable solutions to streamline the process.

Detecting, Investigating, and Responding to Threats: Best Practices

In this webinar, we will explore tips, trends and best practices for quickly and accurately detecting and responding to an always-evolving array of bad actors. Don't miss the chance to explain why your solution can help strengthen defences and give IT managers some peace of mind in an increasingly scary threat landscape.

Grafana Cloud security: Three common cloud security myths debunked

Grafana Cloud offers organizations an end-to-end observability platform, without the overhead of building and maintaining their own observability stack. We’re constantly shipping new Grafana Cloud features to ensure users get the most out of the fully managed platform, which is powered by our open source Grafana LGTM Stack (Loki for logs, Grafana for visualization, Tempo for traces, and Mimir for metrics).

What is Ransomware and how to prevent ransomware attacks

Find out what ransomware is and its types in this super easy beginner’s guide. This quick video guide explains how ransomware attacks work and the steps enterprises can take to mitigate ransomware. The video also answers questions on – what are the stages of a ransomware attack, what are the various ransomware encryption techniques, and best practices to prevent ransomware attacks.

Key Considerations When Choosing an MDR Provider for MSPs

Organizations face a constant fight against cyber threats. One such solution that is gaining prominence in this battle is Managed Detection and Response (MDR). In this article, we’ll take a look at what MDR is and how it helps organizations protect themselves, explore the different types of MDR solutions available, and outline some of the key considerations you should keep in mind when selecting an MDR provider.

How to secure mission-critical work

The average data breach already costs organizations $4.45 million, and it appears that damages will only become more expensive as time goes on. In fact, one report found that cybercrime will cost the world $10.5 trillion by 2025. While organizations can’t necessarily prevent hackers from targeting their systems, they can take proactive steps to strengthen cybersecurity and develop incident response plans that enable them to keep bad actors at bay and swiftly address incidents whenever they occur.

The UK Telecommunication Security Act (TSA): When Life Gives You Lemons, Make Lemonade

On October 1, 2022, the UK Telecommunications Security Act (TSA) went into effect, imposing new security requirements for public telecom companies. The purpose of the act is noble, as it wants to ensure the reliability and resilience of the UK telecommunications network that underpins virtually every aspect of the economy and modern society.

An MSP's Guide to Navigating Google and Yahoo's 2023 Email Changes

For MSPs wanting to market their businesses, understanding the shifting terrain of email deliverability is crucial. In the aftermath of Google and Yahoo’s fall 2023 updates, the effectiveness of email communication has been significantly impacted. In this blog I want to look at some actionable strategies you can implement to ensure your messages still reach their intended recipients.

The Role of PSA Software in Improving Service Delivery for IT Companies

Efficiency and agility are must-haves for IT service providers to stay ahead. Professional Services Automation (PSA) software has transformed how companies approach service delivery, emerging as a game-changer in the industry. This powerful solution streamlines project management, resource allocation, time tracking, and billing, enabling IT professionals to optimize operations and boost profitability.

EDR Deployment: The Complete How-To Guide

Cybersecurity threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated, posing significant risks to organizations of all sizes. As cyberattacks continue to evolve, traditional security measures are no longer sufficient to protect against advanced threats. This is where Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solutions provide an advantage over traditional security tooling.

The Top Two Misconceptions as FSI Compliance Requirements Tighten

With Basel 3.1 aligned frameworks, governments worldwide are increasingly emphasising the need for financial institutions to maintain operational continuity. With compliance and risk management regulations set to tighten globally, many financial services organisations are working extremely hard to identify and close gaps in their existing risk management and compliance strategies.

How is IPAM simplifying modern networking needs?

Today, manual IP address management is no longer sustainable. With changing technology requirements and business goals, modern IT infrastructures face various complexities, including network sprawl, inefficiencies, security vulnerabilities, and reduced visibility. In this white paper, we explore the solution to these challenges: adopting an automated IP address management (IPAM) approach. Automation streamlines operations, enhances security, and provides real-time visibility.

Calico VPP: Empowering High-Performance Kubernetes Networking with Userspace Packet Processing

This is a guest post authored by Nathan Skrzypczak, R&D Engineer at Cisco. Calico VPP, the latest addition to Calico’s suite of pluggable data planes, revolutionizes Kubernetes networking by enabling transparent user-space packet processing. With features such as service load balancing, encapsulation, policy enforcement, and encryption, Calico VPP brings the performance, flexibility, and observability of VPP to Kubernetes networking.

Introduction to Endpoint Management: Definition, Benefits, and Tools

Endpoint Management is so inherent to IT that it is canon in this industry, especially now that remote work is the new normal. Setting a robust system is paramount for any organization that relies on digital devices. These devices are connected to the corporate network and can access its resources, so the goal is to ensure that these devices are secure, compliant with company policies, and operating efficiently.

Debunking Misconceptions About MDR

With the cybersecurity landscape evolving rapidly, Managed Detection and Response (MDR) has emerged as a major component for MSPs looking to safeguard organizations against increasingly sophisticated threats. However, despite its growing importance, there are still a number of misconceptions around the technology that can hinder its adoption. In this blog, we challenge some of these myths and highlight the significance of MDR in today’s IT environments, particularly for MSPs.

XZ Vulnerability

You drink tap water every day, right? Do you know who invented the filtering mechanism that makes water pure and clean?… Well, do you actually care? Do you know that this mechanism is exactly the same in all the taps of all the houses of any country? Do you know that this specialized piece is the work of an engineer who does it just because? Can you imagine what could happen if this person had a bad day?

Inventory and remediate Red Hat Enterprise Linux with Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)

Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) are an excellent body of knowledge to leverage in securing your infrastructure. With the stig-rhel-7 module you can easily add inventory and remediation policy for RHEL 7 with CFEngine. Do note that as of March 2024 this module does not provide comprehensive coverage but rather an initial 10 findings are implemented.

xz Backdoor: What to Know + What to Do About the XZ Utils Vulnerability

The xz backdoor is a vulnerability in XZ Utils, a popular data compression library. The xz backdoor can let unauthorized users gain admin-level access to systems, endangering data security and much more. Read on to learn more about the xz backdoor, who’s affected, and what you can do now to find out if your systems are at risk.