In an era where digital technologies, data-based services, and interconnected networks are pivotal to business operations, ensuring business continuity has become increasingly essential. According to a Gartner survey, only 12 percent of 1,500 U.S. companies felt prepared for the impact of COVID-19 on their business operations. This data underscores the need for companies to proactively prepare their IT landscapes to
In a significant move to bolster national cybersecurity, the US government’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has unveiled a new initiative aimed at federating cyber defense strategies across more than 100 Federal Civilian Executive Branch (FCEB) agencies. This initiative, known as the Federal Civilian Executive Branch Operational Cybersecurity Alignment (FOCAL), focuses on five key areas: asset management, vulnerability management,
The recent collaboration between RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group’s business process management (BPM) services company, Firstsource Solutions Limited, and tech giant Microsoft promises to deliver significant advancements in digital transformation services. By leveraging Microsoft’s advanced technologies such as Azure OpenAI Service, Azure AI Search, and Azure AI-Language, Firstsource aims to provide generative AI-powered solutions that maximize the potential of enterprise data. These
In today’s digital landscape, the adoption of Software as a Service (SaaS) applications has surged, enabling organizations to enhance productivity and agility. However, this rapid growth also brings forth a hidden menace—shadow apps. These are unsanctioned SaaS applications used by employees without the knowledge or approval of IT departments. While they might appear harmless, shadow apps can expose organizations to
Apple Inc. has recently made headlines by choosing to withdraw its lawsuit against the Israeli company NSO Group, developer of the notorious Pegasus spyware. The move took many by surprise, particularly given Apple’s previously aggressive stance against the group. The lawsuit, originally filed in November 2021, sought to prohibit NSO Group from using any Apple software, services, or devices as
A critical vulnerability has been discovered in Zyxel Network Attached Storage (NAS) devices, specifically affecting the NAS326 and NAS542 models. This vulnerability, labeled CVE-2024-6342, enables unauthenticated attackers to execute specific operating system commands by sending a specially crafted HTTP POST request to the export-cgi program on these devices. The severity of this security flaw has captured the attention of cybersecurity
Kawasaki Motors Europe (KME) has recently come under cyber siege in a disruptive attack executed in early September. Despite Kawasaki’s official stance that the cyberattack was “not successful,” the incident forced the company into a defensive maneuver, leading to the isolation of its servers as a precautionary measure. With the aid of external cybersecurity experts, Kawasaki embarked on a rigorous
As we approach the critical juncture of the upcoming US Presidential Elections, the air is thick with tension and anticipation. Amidst this, a sinister ploy is being executed with precision—disinformation campaigns led by malicious actors aiming to destabilize public trust in the electoral process by spreading false claims of voter registration database breaches. These efforts have the potential to undermine
Generative Artificial Intelligence (genAI) has become a buzzword in the world of IT operations, capturing the attention of organizations eager to harness its transformative potential. How exactly is genAI making waves in IT, and what are the nuances involved in its implementation? This article dives deep into recent research by Enterprise Management Associates (EMA) to explore the benefits, applications, and
In an era dominated by rapid technological advancements, industries are making significant strides through interconnected systems known as digital ecosystems. These ecosystems are transforming the way businesses operate, offering new avenues for innovation, efficiency, and collaboration. By embracing interconnected digital environments, enterprises can leverage collective strengths to overcome challenges and spur growth. As the landscape evolves, organizations that adapt to
The educational sector is grappling with the dual challenge of mounting ransomware costs and increasingly complex recovery processes, even as the number of attacks has seen a decline. This paradoxical scenario paints a grim picture for schools, colleges, and universities worldwide. This detailed analysis delves into the multifaceted impact of ransomware on educational institutions, exploring financial ramifications, evolving attack strategies,
GitLab has recently rolled out an array of security updates aimed at addressing 17 distinct vulnerabilities, drawing particular attention to a critical flaw designated as CVE-2024-6678. This severe vulnerability, marked with a CVSS score of 9.9, permits unauthorized pipeline job execution and affects a wide range of GitLab CE/EE versions—from 8.14 up to versions just before 17.1.7, from 17.2 to
