Meta kill chain model is based on the principle that, fundamentally, if you are running an online operation, no matter what you plan to do with it, some commonalities will apply. Meta researchers say their Online Operations Kill Chain framework offers a common taxonomy for understanding the threat landscape and detecting vulnerabilities. So, check out Meta’s new kill chain model. In April 2014, Lockheed Martin revolutionized the cyber defense business by publishing a seminal white paper Intelligence-Driven Computer Network Defense Informed by Analysis of Adversary Campaigns and Intrusion Kill Chains. This paper triggered a new wave of thinking about digital adversaries, specifically, nation-state advanced…
Author: Usama Amin
Usama Amin
Usama Amin is a Security blogger focusing on Cyber Security, Cloud Security, and IoT. He has worked as SR. Security Consultant for more than 10 years for industry-leading IT companies. Usama's experience also includes working as a legal expert witness for Cyber management. He writes about industry technology trends and best practices. He incorporates his views and his many years of experience to provide unique technology advice for people that manage and support Cyber solutions.
Cyber security is one of the main issues that organizations are struggling with every day. In fact, according to Accenture, 68% of business leaders say their cybersecurity risks are increasing. Therefore, it is critical to understand the various facets of cybersecurity, and this includes the cyber kill chain. Ignoring cybersecurity is proving to be one of the costliest mistakes. After all, this decision led to a 72% increase in the average cost of cybercrime over the last 5 years. However, with cybersecurity, it is not possible to completely eliminate risks. Therefore, having defense strategies in place can be the best possible solution…
An organization’s DNS systems can be a gateway for intruders looking to exfiltrate sensitive data without raising alarms. Knowing what’s at stake and how to protect against DNS tunneling can stop attacks before they start. What is DNS? DNS stands for Domain Name System and is a service that translates domain names into corresponding IP (Internet Protocol) addresses. On the Internet, each device connected to the network has a unique IP address that is used to identify and communicate with it. However, IP addresses are difficult to remember and can change frequently. This is where DNS comes into play, providing a domain name…
Legacy application modernization occurs when an outdated application is updated or rebuilt to work effectively in modern runtime environments and with other applications. Legacy applications were made with now-outdated technologies that make the application difficult to update, improve, and transport. These applications are often slow to replace with a more modern version because they are essential to an organization’s business operations. Reasons organizations undertake modernizations rather than purchasing or building a completely new application include: There is no application on the market that meets all of an organization’s needs. The application is a fundamental part of an organization’s product portfolio. There are security regulations…
When scientists want to do things like harness the power of molecules during photosynthesis, they won’t be able to do it using regular old computers. They need to use quantum computers, capable of measuring and observing quantum systems at the molecular level, as well as solving the conditional probability of events. Basically, quantum computers can perform billions of years of computation over the course of a weekend – and unravel some of the world’s most complex problems in the process. What is quantum computing? Quantum computing is a process that uses the laws of quantum mechanics to solve problems that are too…
How is your network really doing? A network security tool will let you know. After all, network security tools, which use advanced analytics to optimize and automate network management, are becoming an essential component in every network team’s toolkit. Network security was once seen as a routine IT responsibility. “This attitude essentially reduced the guarantee to a checkbox,” says SQL Server consultant Mark Varnas. As companies have become increasingly data-driven, this superficial approach has stopped working. IT leaders needed better control of their network to enhance their data capabilities. And these tools are more than a simple investment in technology. “They are a strategic decision that…
Intelligent Document Processing (IDP) is a cutting-edge technology that revolutionizes the way organizations handle document processing. By automating the extraction and processing of data from various types of documents, IDP eliminates the need for manual data entry, resulting in improved accuracy, efficiency, and productivity. With the ability to handle both structured and unstructured documents such as invoices, contracts, forms, and emails, IDP offers a comprehensive solution for organizations across industries. It streamlines document-centric processes by leveraging artificial intelligence (AI)-powered algorithms that can understand and interpret complex information from documents. The benefits of IDP extend beyond simple data extraction. It encompasses…
On the last Saturday of March every year, “Earth Hour” is celebrated around the world. On this day, cities around the world are invited to turn off lights and electrical devices that are not essential. Thus, awareness of the need to take measures against climate change, pollution, and energy waste is promoted. “Earth Hour” is a great initiative, but what if I told you that it is in our hands to make the benefits of that day become a regular occurrence every day and in every smart city? This way we would reduce emissions and consumption. Likewise, we would improve mobility and security to make…
This article discusses electronic signatures, their types, the legal status in different regions, and the associated regulations and compliance requirements. It also provides a step-by-step guide on creating an electronic signature and highlights associated best practices. The continued shift towards a digital future has led corporate organizations and individuals alike to seek more efficient and cost-effective tools, one of which is the electronic signature. An e-signature provides a simple and secure way to electronically sign documents such as contracts, forms, and agreements while eliminating the need to physically print and sign. This allows signers to transact documents remotely. What is an electronic…
A zero-day exploit refers to cyber attacks that target a software vulnerability unknown to the software vendor or the antivirus software assigned to protect the system. Attackers can identify such zero-day vulnerabilities, design an exploit, and use it to launch an attack. Zero-day attacks are very likely to penetrate the target network since there are no defenses against the new threat (because “zero days” have passed since security parties detected the vulnerability). This makes zero-day attacks significant security threats. Typically, zero-day attacks rely on web browsers and email attachments to exploit vulnerabilities in the specific application that opens the attachment or in…