Originally published by Reco.Written by Gal Nakash.On March 14, Microsoft made Copilot available to customers in their 365 environment. Originally designed to enable productivity, Copilot is an AI chatbot that allows any user to conduct research or create content. It has the ability to generate slide decks, create text in word files, analyze spreadsheets and more. It’s powerful. ‍Shared Organizational Data Is Now at Risk of Data LeakageIt also opens up new doors for threat actors to gain acce ..read more

Written by Uday Srinivasan, CTO, Acante.We previously discussed how the modern data stack has changed the threat landscape today. In part II, below, we outline exactly how security and data teams can enable modern data teams to innovate rapidly without compromising on the security and access governance of the enterprise data.The Need: A Data-centric Approach to SecurityHistorically, the term “data security” has been largely equated with encryption and similar control measures. However, with t ..read more

Originally published by InsiderSecurity.Data Breaches are an ever-present threat to enterprises in today’s connected world. Whether you are a small SME or a large multinational company, the risk of a data breach and the company becoming another headline is a constant concern for senior management. It is not just financial loss that worries management but the loss of reputation and customer trust that can take years to recover if a data breach happens. This article reviews seven key issues tha ..read more

Originally published by Schellman.Amidst the evolving patchwork of data protection and privacy legislation in the United States, privacy remains a top priority for organizations. But protecting privacy also requires resources, and while not all organizations have that much to spare, it is possible to make do with only a small, dedicated team.In this blog post, we’ll describe the common hurdles small privacy teams will face and how you can overcome them to set your organization up for long-ter ..read more

In today's digitally interconnected world, where cybercriminals continue to advance as technology does, understanding the landscape of cyber threats and vulnerabilities is crucial for both individuals and organizations. Below, we define seven fundamental terms and provide additional resources that will help you begin to better understand what cyber threats and vulnerabilities are and what you can do about them.1. ThreatAnything with the potential to cause harm to an information system in the ..read more

Originally published by Sysdig.Written by Nigel Douglas.The cybersecurity landscape is undergoing a significant shift, moving from security tools monitoring applications running within userspace to advanced, real-time approaches that monitor system activity directly and safely within the kernel by using eBPF. This evolution in kernel introspection is particularly evident in the adoption of projects like Tetragon and Tracee in Linux environments. These tools are especially prevalent in systems ..read more

Event to provide attendees with a holistic understanding of AI’s future along with pragmatic advice on managing risks and gaining benefits from generative AI SEATTLE – April 17, 2024 – This year, the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA), the world’s leading organization dedicated to defining standards, certifications, and best practices to help ensure a secure cloud computing environment, will host a revolutionary summit at the RSA Conference — the CSA AI Summit, which will bring together influentia ..read more

Written by David Balaban.There’s no denying that the cloud has revolutionized the way businesses operate, offering on-demand scalability, greater agility, and reduced IT infrastructure costs. To the average organization, a shift from on-prem to cloud-based is truly a quantum leap in terms of benefits, but with the caveat that this can be a bumpy road full of hidden perils all along. The migration introduces a new security landscape whose elementary components called workloads are in the cross ..read more

Originally published by Vanta.As your business grows, there are new demands of the security team, like adding additional compliance frameworks, more security questionnaires, or new, advanced requirements from large enterprise customers.While this growth is exciting, it also comes with growing pains — like outgrowing your existing security processes. Recognizing when and how to audit these outdated processes is essential for keeping your organization secure and scaling your security program w ..read more

Originally published by Cyera.Written by Leo Reznik. Microsoft is taking the lead when it comes to AI-powered ecosystems. The company’s newly introduced Copilot AI assistant for Microsoft 365 surfaces organizational data to deliver users a seamless workflow experience. However, with lots of data comes great responsibility. AI-powered tools enhance productivity while generating substantial new data that must be secured. These tools simultaneously raise the risk of inadvertent exposure of sensi ..read more