Official Press Release Copenhagen, Denmark – May 8th, 2024 — Heimdal®, a global leader in cybersecurity solutions, is excited to announce the appointment of Jesper Frederiksen as its new Chief Executive Officer. Bringing a wealth of experience from the SaaS and cloud security sectors, Frederiksen is renowned for his expertise in scaling IT technology organizations and enhancing […] The post Heimdal Welcomes Jesper Frederiksen as Its New Chief Executive Officer appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog ..read more

Researchers warn that Xiaomi devices are vulnerable to over 20 critical issues affecting applications and system components. Security specialists notified the vendor regarding the flaws at the end of April 2023. For the moment, Xiaomi didn’t manage to fix all of them. What are the vulnerable Xiaomi apps? The Xiaomi vulnerabilities impact applications that common […] The post 20+ Xiaomi Vulnerabilities Put Users’ Data and Devices at Risk appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog ..read more

If you’re in the market for an endpoint detection and response (XDR) solution, there’s a good chance you’ll find yourself wondering whether Sophos vs Palo Alto XDR is the right tool for you. These are some of the most popular options on the market, so it’s only natural to consider whether they have the right […] The post Sophos vs. Palo Alto: Intercept X vs. Cortex XDR (Comparison, Reviews, And Alternatives) appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog ..read more

Finding a remote monitoring and management (RMM) platform that works for your MSP can be very tricky. With dozens of solutions to choose from, narrowing down your options takes a lot of time and effort. According to one survey of MSP owners, “choosing the best [IT] solutions” was the third biggest difficulty they faced (after […] The post NinjaOne vs. ManageEngine: Which Software Is Better? (Are There Any Alternatives) appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog ..read more

Choosing the right cybersecurity solution is crucial for protecting your business. With options like CrowdStrike and Sophos in the market, it’s essential to compare their offerings. In this article, we’ll focus on two prominent solutions: Falcon by CrowdStrike and Intercept X by Sophos.  We’ll analyze the strengths and weaknesses of each solution, providing you with […] The post CrowdStrike vs. Sophos: Comparing Falcon and Intercept X (Are There Other Alternatives?) appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog ..read more

We’re excited to announce our latest venture, a strategic partnership with DACTA that promises to strengthen cybersecurity defenses across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. This collaboration is a testament to Heimdal’s dedication to pushing the boundaries of cybersecurity and extending our innovative solutions to new markets, with DACTA’s unparalleled regional expertise leading the charge. The synergy […] The post Heimdal Teams Up with DACTA to Strengthen Cybersecurity in the APAC Region appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog ..read more

Kaiser Permanente, a healthcare service provider, just disclosed a data security incident that can impact over 13 million U.S. residents. Being one of the largest non-profit health plans in the U.S., it operates 40 hospitals and 618 medical facilities in California, Colorado, the District of Columbia, Georgia, Hawaii, Maryland, Oregon, Virginia, and Washington. What Do […] The post Kaiser Permanente Breached: Over 13 Million Patients Possibly Impacted appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog ..read more

Following a recent phishing attack that affected over two dozen employees, the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services revealed a data breach exposing thousands of patients’ personal and medical information. This is the second largest public health care system in the nation, behind NYC Health + Hospitals, and runs the public hospitals and clinics […] The post The L.A. County Department of Health Services Breached appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog ..read more

Picking the right cybersecurity system for your business can be tricky, especially when you have options like Tenable and Qualys. In this article, we’ll check two popular solutions: Nessus by Tenable and VMDR by Qualys. We’ll analyze both solutions, see what are their strong points, touch on their weaknesses, check if there are other suitable […] The post Tenable vs. Qualys: Comparing Nessus and VMDR (Are There Other Alternatives?) appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog ..read more

CrowdStrike and Carbon Black have their fair share of users and supporters. They’ve also earned almost 5 stars on Gartner for their EDR solutions.   As always, the devil is in the details. Security operations differ depending on a company’s needs, infrastructure, and resources.  That’s why it’s tough to judge if an EDR tool is overpriced, […] The post CrowdStrike vs Carbon Black – Which Cybersecurity Software Suits Your Needs?  appeared first on Heimdal Security Blog ..read more