For Episode S6E2 of the BSM podcast, host Steven Bowcut dives deep with Cynthia Jenkins, CMO and Co-founder of Skillionaire Games by skillsgapp, into the innovative world of mobile gaming designed to bridge the gap between America’s youth and the most in-demand career paths in fields like Advanced Manufacturing, Cyber/IT, Life Sciences, and Healthcare. This conversation unpacks the origin story of skillsgapp and Skillionaire Games, revealing a shared mission to engage and educate middle and high school students about critical and emerging industries through the medium of gaming. Summary Jenkin ..read more

Software-as-a-service (SaaS) sprawl poses a severe security risk to organizations. If their IT and security teams don’t act quickly, they could be subject to data breaches and cyberattacks. How can they secure their workplace against hackers? What Is SaaS Sprawl?  SaaS sprawl is the unchecked growth of the number of SaaS apps within a workplace. If organizations have too many underutilized or unmanaged apps, it means they’re experiencing sprawl. Lately, this problem has become more common.  While some assume SaaS sprawl only affects large enterprises, it can happen to workplaces of a ..read more

In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, the threat of data leaks and intellectual property theft looms larger than ever, prompting a pressing demand for advanced solutions in information privacy. EchoMark, a pioneering force in insider risk management, is leading the charge by introducing its strategic partner program, a bold initiative designed to bolster organizations’ defenses against insider threats. EchoMark’s groundbreaking AI-powered solution utilizes forensic watermarking (steganography) to instantaneously pinpoint the exact origins of information leaks, regardless of the medium—thr ..read more

In today’s digital age, cloud security is a paramount concern for businesses and individuals. With the rapid increase in cloud adoption — driven by its scalability, efficiency and cost-effectiveness — the data storage and management landscape has transformed. However, this surge in cloud usage also brings to light a significant challenge — increased security risks, mainly due to misconfigurations. These occurrences can leave sensitive data exposed and make systems vulnerable to attacks. Ensuring data safety in the cloud is essential to protect data and maintain trust in cloud-based solutions ..read more

Gemini is Google’s newest family of Large Language Models (LLMs). The Gemini suite currently houses three different model sizes: Nano, Pro, and Ultra. Although Gemini has been removed from service due to politically biased content, new findings from HiddenLayer – unrelated to that issue – analyze how an attacker can directly manipulate another user’s queries and output, representing an entirely new threat. These vulnerabilities were disclosed to DeepMind using responsible disclosure practices. While testing the 3 LLMs in the Google Gemini family of models, HiddenLayer found multiple prompt hac ..read more

Geospatial data is an overlooked tool that can significantly improve cybersecurity efforts. How can location-specific information stop cyber attacks and deter cybercriminals? What Is Geospatial Data? Geospatial data is location-related information about individuals, objects or events. The most common examples are demographic details, addresses, transportation networks and satellite imagery. Although geospatial data may not seem as advantageous as other modern security tools, it has its appeal. In fact, spatial analytics had a market value of $88.3 billion in 2020. While it isn’t a standard cyb ..read more

By Mark B. Cooper, President & Founder, PKI Solutions Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) is a foundational technology that enables almost all modern identity and data encryption used in enterprises, including CIP infrastructure systems. It works to support all of the higher-level protection, management, identity, and access management solutions organizations deploy. To ensure organizations can adequately defend against and potentially operate during a cyber incident, the necessary tools must be resilient and protected from compromise and malicious use. PKI Spotlight PKI Spotlight is a revolut ..read more

 Launched Just Ahead of the PCI DSS v4.0 Rollout In the intricate landscape of cybersecurity, Horizon3.ai has launched a new service aimed at helping organizations navigate the demanding requirements of compliance standards, such as PCI DSS v4.0. This initiative reflects an evolving need for comprehensive and effective penetration testing solutions in the face of stringent regulatory demands. Refining Penetration Testing for Compliance The introduction of PCI DSS v4.0 ushers in a new set of challenges for businesses striving to protect their digital environments. Horizon3.ai’s Pentesting ..read more

In an era where cyber threats loom larger than ever, a groundbreaking leap in cybersecurity comes from CyberProtonics, a company stepping boldly into the future with its innovative, quantum-resistant cryptosystem. This pioneering technology, designed to outpace the advancing threats posed by quantum computing, heralds a new age of digital security. It’s an era where the sinister “Steal Now, Decrypt Later” strategies employed by cybercriminals face a formidable opponent. Quantum-Proofing the Digital World Chris Steffen of Enterprise Management Associates captures the urgency of the moment, stat ..read more

In a digital age where cybersecurity is as crucial as locking your front door, Senhasegura emerges as a beacon of innovation and security, transforming how organizations manage their most sensitive asset: passwords. The company’s latest enhancements to MySafe, its advanced password manager and privileged access management (PAM) solution, mark a significant leap forward in simplifying secure password management and access control for users across the globe. Senhasegura’s MySafe isn’t just another password vault; it’s a comprehensive solution designed to address two of the most critical security ..read more