Cybersecurity is widely recognized as a contemporary discipline, shaped by the advent of the internet and refined through ongoing encounters with malicious actors. However, many of its foundational principles can be traced to medieval practices concerning data protection. Research at the intersection of artificial intelligence, crisis response, and digital security has revealed that numerous strategies…
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As organizations continue to migrate to the cloud, cyberthreats are becoming more sophisticated, often outpacing traditional detection methods. To maintain proactive security in these dynamic environments, threat hunting must be effectively scaled for the cloud. This approach not only helps mitigate emerging threats but also reduces downtime and strengthens overall resilience. This blog will delve…
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While the cybersecurity industry often caters to large enterprises and national-level mandates, local (state) governments remain underserved despite handling vast amounts of sensitive personal and financial data. This makes them attractive targets of the same cyberthreats facing larger corporations, including ransomware, phishing, insider risks, and IoT vulnerabilities. Explore cybersecurity strategies tailored to local governments, from…
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In today’s digital environment, safeguarding sensitive data—such as personally identifiable information (PII) and intellectual property—is indispensable to maintain compliance, trust, and resilience against cyberthreats. This article outlines a framework for data privacy and protection, explores strategies to secure information across digital ecosystems, and shares best practices for identifying, minimizing, and controlling data risks while ensuring…
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Many startups try to save costs by hiring cybersecurity engineers first and delaying the recruitment of a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). At first glance, this looks efficient—engineers can patch vulnerabilities, configure firewalls, and deploy tools quickly. However, in practice, it’s a costly misstep. Without a CISO providing strategic oversight, security efforts become fragmented. Engineers…
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Threat intelligence is critical to modern cybersecurity operations, empowering Security Operations Centers (SOCs) and supporting proactive defense strategies. It offers contextual insights that enable the anticipation and prevention of cyberattacks by analyzing the tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) prevalent in the current threat landscape. EC-Council’s Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst (CTIA) program plays a pivotal role…
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Proactive security through ethical hacking has become essential for organizations worldwide aiming to safeguard their digital infrastructure in today’s threat landscape. Ethical hacking and penetration testing involve skilled security professionals simulating real-world attacks by identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities in systems to assess potential impact and address risks before malicious actors can take advantage of them.…
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With cyberthreats escalating rapidly, the need for a robust incident response strategy has become more critical than ever. The EC-Council Certified Incident Handler (ECIH) certification plays a pivotal role in preparing aspiring professionals for defensive cybersecurity roles. To explore the impact of the ECIH on incident handling careers, EC-Council interviewed Lee Wan Jun, a certified…
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As the cyber threat landscape evolves rapidly—targeting vulnerabilities across every layer of an organization’s digital infrastructure—the need for a holistic approach to information security has never been more critical. It is essential that modern security strategies are not only agile and advanced but also aligned with business goals and operational realities. This calls for a…
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The evolving threat landscape demands proactive security measures, highlighting the importance of penetration testing. To explore the value of hands-on experience in this field, EC-Council’s webinar team connected with Bhargav Hede, a CPENT-certified security professional. This blog captures his personal journey toward pursuing the Certified Penetration Testing Professional (CPENT) program, beginning with an early fascination…
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