Defending the Digital Perimeter: Modern Cybersecurity for SOC Proactive security is a must to keep up with evolving cyberthreats and building a blue team program is the best strategy to incorporate proactive methods. This article explores the foundational elements of a Security Operations Center (SOC), which provides the infrastructure and expertise required for effective blue…
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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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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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In the current threat landscape, where threats are evolving rapidly, proactive security is crucial. The introduction of Artificial Intelligence (AI) brings both benefits and risks, as security teams can use it to improve defenses while malicious actors leverage it to enhance their offensive strategies. Capabilities such as automation, predictive analysis, and the development of sophisticated…
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Mayukh Mitra highlights the importance of the CEH certification for professionals who want to kick-start their cybersecurity careers. His testimonial emphasizes the growing cyber threat in the digital landscape and the corresponding demand for skilled information security professionals. Through this interview, Mayukh shares how the CEH credential helped him land his first industry role, differentiate…
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In today’s digital world, online businesses depend heavily on reliable technology and strong networks. This increased reliance on technology has led to a critical demand for effective leadership, particularly in the role of chief technology officer (CTO). A CTO is a head of a company’s technology efforts and must both build and manage the organization’s…
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Technological advancements in recent years have been actively accompanied by cyberattacks targeting associated vulnerabilities. Recent data suggests that cybercrime is projected to cost businesses trillions of dollars annually, with global estimates indicating an increase of 6.4 trillion USD (+69.41%) from 2024 to 2029, reaching a peak of 15.63 trillion USD by 2029 (Petrosyan, 2024a). As…
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What is a Security Operations Center (SOC)? A Security Operations Center (SOC) is an exclusive security facility within an organization responsible for monitoring and responding to security incidents in a 24×7 format. The primary goal of a SOC is to detect, analyze, and respond to threats and security incidents using a combination of security tools, techniques,…
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In the current digital landscape, as cyber threats evolve and become increasingly sophisticated and frequent, organizations need to adopt a proactive and integrated approach to cybersecurity. DevSecOps and secure software development practices have emerged as crucial components of this approach, enabling organizations to build security into their applications and systems from the ground up. Classic SDLC Model…
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