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Channel Post MEA
15-05-2025
- Business
- Channel Post MEA
ESET Wins SC Award for Ransomware Remediation 2025
ESET announced that ESET Ransomware Remediation has won a 2025 SC Award for Best Business Continuity, Disaster, Ransomware Recovery Solution. Presented on April 29 during the SC Awards Reception at RSAC 2025, this award recognizes ESET's advanced Ransomware Remediation technology and its pivotal role in helping organizations mitigate ransomware threats and recover swiftly from attacks. The SC Awards program, now in its 28th year, recognizes the solutions, organizations, and individuals that have demonstrated outstanding achievement in advancing the security of information systems. 'We are truly honored by this recognition, which affirms our belief that ransomware defense must go beyond prevention and empower speedy, seamless recovery,' said Ryan Grant, VP of Marketing and Sales at ESET North America. 'With ESET Ransomware Remediation, we've built a solution that not only stops attacks in their tracks but also gives businesses the ability to bounce back quickly and confidently. It's a critical step toward a future where organizations aren't just reacting to threats, but are truly resilient in the face of them.' ESET Ransomware Remediation, part of the ESET PROTECT platform, distinguishes itself by creating temporary encrypted backups in a sequestered environment, enabling rapid data recovery even in the event of encryption by ransomware. Unlike solutions reliant on the Windows Volume Shadow Copy service, ESET's proprietary approach works post-execution, in concert with ESET Ransomware Shield, to detect, block, and recover from ransomware attacks with minimal disruption. The SC Awards celebrate the most outstanding achievements in cybersecurity, from innovative technologies to forward-thinking organizations and individuals. The 2025 entries were evaluated across 33 specialty categories by a distinguished panel of judges, comprised of cybersecurity professionals, industry leaders, and members of the CyberRisk Alliance CISO community, representing sectors such as healthcare, financial services, education, and technology. The judging process emphasized technical merit, market impact, and the ability to solve real-world cybersecurity challenges. View the full list of 2025 SC Awards winners here: 'This year's winners rose to the top, but they did so in a field crowded with standout talent, bold ideas, and hard-earned innovation,' said Tom Spring, Senior Editorial Director, SC Media. 'With more than 160 finalists and hundreds of submissions, the 2025 SC Awards reflect the depth, diversity, and dynamism of the cybersecurity community.' 'SC Awards are recognized worldwide by the cybersecurity community, and we are honored to take home the Best Business Continuity, Disaster, Ransomware Recovery Solution award this year,' said Tony Anscombe, Chief Security Evangelist for ESET. 'Cybersecurity solutions are evolving at breakneck speed, and these innovations are on full display this week at RSAC 2025. It was a pleasure to be recognized alongside some of the most innovative cybersecurity vendors in the industry at the SC Media Awards Ceremony.' 0 0
Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
INE Security Alert: Top 5 Takeaways from RSAC 2025
CARY, N.C., May 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Comprehensive Training Platform Delivers Solutions for AI Security, Cloud Management, and Incident Response Readiness. Fresh from a high-impact presence at RSAC 2025, where INE Security welcomed thousands of visitors to its interactive booth at San Francisco's Moscone Center, the global cybersecurity training and certification provider is addressing some of the top cybersecurity priorities emerging from the industry-leading event. As an exhibitor that engaged with both frontline practitioners and top-level decision makers, INE Security gained firsthand insights into organizations' most pressing security challenges: the convergence of AI-driven threats, multi-cloud vulnerabilities, and increasingly sophisticated attack vectors. Four days of packed session tracks and face-to-face discussions with industry leaders pointed to a clear reality: a large majority of ransomware victims lack effective response plans, and even more security professionals have doubts about their organization's readiness for zero-day attacks. INE Security is addressing how a comprehensive training platform directly addresses the five most critical security imperatives that dominated this year's conference conversations. Top 5 Cybersecurity Imperatives from RSAC 2025 1. AI Risk Management Becomes Business-Critical AI security solutions dominated RSAC this year, signaling that as organizations adopt advanced response technologies, comprehensive training must keep pace. 72% of leaders report an increase in organizational cyber risks, with ransomware remaining a top concern, according to the World Economic Forum. Organizations deploying AI tools and Large Language Models discover their systems vulnerable to sophisticated exploits that can manipulate AI behaviors, leading to data breaches and system compromises. This shift demands immediate security expertise to protect AI implementations. 2. LLM Vulnerabilities Expose Enterprise Data Large Language Models (LLMs) emerged as a flashpoint at RSAC, sparking debates on the risks and merits. Despite the variety of strong opinions, what is clear is that LLMs are here to stay. They represent a new frontier for cyber threats, with critical vulnerabilities emerging from AI training data, model manipulation, and prompt injection attacks. The cybersecurity community at RSAC 2025 identified this as one of the year's most pressing concerns, with a large majority highlighting the advance of adversarial capabilities (such as phishing, malware development, and deep fakes) as their greatest concern regarding generative AI impact on cybersecurity. Organizations must understand and defend against these AI-specific attack vectors to protect their digital assets, creating new specialized job titles such as AI Security Analyst. 3. Multi-Cloud Environment Security Becomes Complex Across domains, cloud remains top of mind for industry executives. As businesses adopt multiple cloud platforms, security analysts face new challenges in maintaining consistent security postures across diverse environments. Research presented at RSAC 2025's cloud security sessions by the Cloud Security Alliance found that although misconfigurations appear in a majority of real-world breaches, over 50% of organizations rate them as a low-to-moderate risk. This gap highlights a growing disconnect between perceived and actual risk in cloud deployments. Researchers emphasized that IAM hygiene is essential, as are regular audits of the security systems in place. 4. Zero Trust Architecture Needs Proper Implementation While zero trust principles are widely recognized as essential, implementing them effectively across modern IT environments proves challenging. The RSAC 2025 conference theme 'Many Voices. One Community' emphasized the need for unified approaches to security, including zero trust implementation. According to Zscaler's ThreatLabz 2025 VPN Risk Report discussed at the conference, 81% of organizations plan to implement zero trust strategies within the next 12 months. Organizations struggle with identity management, access controls, and continuous verification across cloud services, remote workers, and interconnected systems, making it critical for companies to develop talent via cybersecurity certification programs. 5. Crisis Response Requires Comprehensive Preparedness When cyber-attacks succeed, organizations must maintain critical operations while containing threats. RSAC 2025 sessions on rapid incident response highlighted critical gaps in preparedness, while the Microsoft Digital Defense Report found 76% of organizations which suffered ransomware attacks in 2024 lacked an effective response plan. The role of cybersecurity analysts has evolved to include crisis response capabilities, making effective training in incident management a critical skill. Real world scenario training, such as INE Security's Skill Dive lab platform, helps build important muscle memory that becomes crucial during a crisis. Addressing the Challenges "After engaging with hundreds of cybersecurity leaders at our booth and participating in thought-provoking discussions throughout RSAC 2025, these five priorities clearly represent fundamental shifts in how organizations must approach cybersecurity," said Dara Warn, CEO of INE Security. "The conversations we had with practitioners and executives alike confirmed that traditional security approaches cannot adequately address AI vulnerabilities, multi-cloud complexities, or the sophisticated response requirements of modern cyber-attacks." INE Security provides practical solutions for each critical area: AI Security Fundamentals: Training on securing AI systems, understanding LLM vulnerabilities, and implementing AI-specific security controls Advanced Cloud Security: Hands-on experience managing multiple-cloud environments, implementing proper configurations, and maintaining security across distributed platforms Zero Trust Implementation: Practical guidance on designing and deploying zero trust architecture with proper access controls and verification systems Crisis Management Training: Realistic incident response scenarios that prepare teams to maintain operations while containing security breaches Continuous Skill Development: Access to 700+ courses and 50+ learning paths, and preparation for credentials from CompTIA Security+ to advanced professional certificates that help secure environments from modern threats "The energy and insights we gathered at RSAC 2025 reinforced our conviction that the complexity of modern cybersecurity demands organizations invest in comprehensive cybersecurity training," added Warn. "Our comprehensive training and cybersecurity certification platform ensures teams develop the expertise needed to address these challenges effectively." About INE Security INE Security is the premier provider of online networking and cybersecurity training and certification. Harnessing a powerful hands-on lab platform, cutting-edge technology, a global video distribution network, and world-class instructors, INE Security is the top training choice for Fortune 500 companies worldwide for cybersecurity training in business and for IT professionals looking to advance their careers. INE Security's suite of learning paths offers an incomparable depth of expertise across cybersecurity. The company is committed to delivering advanced technical training while also lowering the barriers worldwide for those looking to enter and excel in an IT career. 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Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
INE Security Alert: Top 5 Takeaways from RSAC 2025
CARY, N.C., May 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Comprehensive Training Platform Delivers Solutions for AI Security, Cloud Management, and Incident Response Readiness. Fresh from a high-impact presence at RSAC 2025, where INE Security welcomed thousands of visitors to its interactive booth at San Francisco's Moscone Center, the global cybersecurity training and certification provider is addressing some of the top cybersecurity priorities emerging from the industry-leading event. As an exhibitor that engaged with both frontline practitioners and top-level decision makers, INE Security gained firsthand insights into organizations' most pressing security challenges: the convergence of AI-driven threats, multi-cloud vulnerabilities, and increasingly sophisticated attack vectors. Four days of packed session tracks and face-to-face discussions with industry leaders pointed to a clear reality: a large majority of ransomware victims lack effective response plans, and even more security professionals have doubts about their organization's readiness for zero-day attacks. INE Security is addressing how a comprehensive training platform directly addresses the five most critical security imperatives that dominated this year's conference conversations. Top 5 Cybersecurity Imperatives from RSAC 2025 1. AI Risk Management Becomes Business-Critical AI security solutions dominated RSAC this year, signaling that as organizations adopt advanced response technologies, comprehensive training must keep pace. 72% of leaders report an increase in organizational cyber risks, with ransomware remaining a top concern, according to the World Economic Forum. Organizations deploying AI tools and Large Language Models discover their systems vulnerable to sophisticated exploits that can manipulate AI behaviors, leading to data breaches and system compromises. This shift demands immediate security expertise to protect AI implementations. 2. LLM Vulnerabilities Expose Enterprise Data Large Language Models (LLMs) emerged as a flashpoint at RSAC, sparking debates on the risks and merits. Despite the variety of strong opinions, what is clear is that LLMs are here to stay. They represent a new frontier for cyber threats, with critical vulnerabilities emerging from AI training data, model manipulation, and prompt injection attacks. The cybersecurity community at RSAC 2025 identified this as one of the year's most pressing concerns, with a large majority highlighting the advance of adversarial capabilities (such as phishing, malware development, and deep fakes) as their greatest concern regarding generative AI impact on cybersecurity. Organizations must understand and defend against these AI-specific attack vectors to protect their digital assets, creating new specialized job titles such as AI Security Analyst. 3. Multi-Cloud Environment Security Becomes Complex Across domains, cloud remains top of mind for industry executives. As businesses adopt multiple cloud platforms, security analysts face new challenges in maintaining consistent security postures across diverse environments. Research presented at RSAC 2025's cloud security sessions by the Cloud Security Alliance found that although misconfigurations appear in a majority of real-world breaches, over 50% of organizations rate them as a low-to-moderate risk. This gap highlights a growing disconnect between perceived and actual risk in cloud deployments. Researchers emphasized that IAM hygiene is essential, as are regular audits of the security systems in place. 4. Zero Trust Architecture Needs Proper Implementation While zero trust principles are widely recognized as essential, implementing them effectively across modern IT environments proves challenging. The RSAC 2025 conference theme 'Many Voices. One Community' emphasized the need for unified approaches to security, including zero trust implementation. According to Zscaler's ThreatLabz 2025 VPN Risk Report discussed at the conference, 81% of organizations plan to implement zero trust strategies within the next 12 months. Organizations struggle with identity management, access controls, and continuous verification across cloud services, remote workers, and interconnected systems, making it critical for companies to develop talent via cybersecurity certification programs. 5. Crisis Response Requires Comprehensive Preparedness When cyber-attacks succeed, organizations must maintain critical operations while containing threats. RSAC 2025 sessions on rapid incident response highlighted critical gaps in preparedness, while the Microsoft Digital Defense Report found 76% of organizations which suffered ransomware attacks in 2024 lacked an effective response plan. The role of cybersecurity analysts has evolved to include crisis response capabilities, making effective training in incident management a critical skill. Real world scenario training, such as INE Security's Skill Dive lab platform, helps build important muscle memory that becomes crucial during a crisis. Addressing the Challenges "After engaging with hundreds of cybersecurity leaders at our booth and participating in thought-provoking discussions throughout RSAC 2025, these five priorities clearly represent fundamental shifts in how organizations must approach cybersecurity," said Dara Warn, CEO of INE Security. "The conversations we had with practitioners and executives alike confirmed that traditional security approaches cannot adequately address AI vulnerabilities, multi-cloud complexities, or the sophisticated response requirements of modern cyber-attacks." INE Security provides practical solutions for each critical area: AI Security Fundamentals: Training on securing AI systems, understanding LLM vulnerabilities, and implementing AI-specific security controls Advanced Cloud Security: Hands-on experience managing multiple-cloud environments, implementing proper configurations, and maintaining security across distributed platforms Zero Trust Implementation: Practical guidance on designing and deploying zero trust architecture with proper access controls and verification systems Crisis Management Training: Realistic incident response scenarios that prepare teams to maintain operations while containing security breaches Continuous Skill Development: Access to 700+ courses and 50+ learning paths, and preparation for credentials from CompTIA Security+ to advanced professional certificates that help secure environments from modern threats "The energy and insights we gathered at RSAC 2025 reinforced our conviction that the complexity of modern cybersecurity demands organizations invest in comprehensive cybersecurity training," added Warn. "Our comprehensive training and cybersecurity certification platform ensures teams develop the expertise needed to address these challenges effectively." About INE Security INE Security is the premier provider of online networking and cybersecurity training and certification. Harnessing a powerful hands-on lab platform, cutting-edge technology, a global video distribution network, and world-class instructors, INE Security is the top training choice for Fortune 500 companies worldwide for cybersecurity training in business and for IT professionals looking to advance their careers. INE Security's suite of learning paths offers an incomparable depth of expertise across cybersecurity. The company is committed to delivering advanced technical training while also lowering the barriers worldwide for those looking to enter and excel in an IT career. 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Forbes
12-05-2025
- Business
- Forbes
RSAC 2025: Agentic AI, Identity And The New Rules Of Cyber Defense
Now that RSAC 2025 has wrapped, it's a good time to look at the top takeaways from the event—and what they mean for the future of cybersecurity. This year's conference ended with a mix of urgency and cautious optimism. The theme, 'Many Voices. One Community,' reflected a core idea: cybersecurity is moving too fast for any one group to manage alone. The field now faces bigger attack surfaces, faster AI-driven threats and a new reality where identity—not the network—is the main point of defense. Last year was about the promise of AI. This year focused on the reality: the need for accountability, automation and smarter adaptation. There's still plenty of buzz, but it's now grounded in practical progress. AI was front and center again, but with a new focus: agentic AI. This type of AI doesn't just assist—it acts. These systems can reason and take steps without being told exactly what to do. CrowdStrike introduced Charlotte AI Agentic Workflows and Response, aimed at automating detection and response tasks. Torq made a similar push by adding multi-agent RAG capabilities to its HyperSOC 2.0 platform after acquiring Revrod. The goal is to handle alerts and responses at machine speed—faster than humans can manage. These changes are less about flashy tech and more about keeping up with threats that move in milliseconds. As traditional perimeters fade, identity has taken over as the frontline of security. RSAC 2025 made it clear: identity is now both the starting point and last line of defense. Proofpoint rolled out a platform that monitors access across email, endpoints, web and cloud. CrowdStrike introduced Falcon Privileged Access, designed to protect against identity-based attacks through every stage—from the initial breach to lateral movement. The message was simple: if you can't manage identity at scale, you can't secure your environment. Passwordless authentication has been on the radar for years. Now, it's finally gaining ground. Passkeys, biometrics and adaptive authentication are catching on. Vendors at RSAC showed tools to help organizations shift away from passwords—especially in complex, hybrid environments. The push is clear: fewer passwords, fewer phishing risks and a smoother experience for users. AI is helping us secure systems—but it's also being used by attackers. Organizations now face two challenges: how to use AI safely and how to protect against it. Cyera launched Omni DLP, a smarter, AI-native approach to data loss prevention. Vanta shared a new AI security assessment tool to help teams evaluate how AI is being used and where it might introduce risks. From fake media and AI-generated phishing to attacks that fool models, AI threats are growing. Many companies aren't ready yet and RSAC made it clear that preparation can't wait. Seeing what's happening across cloud environments is still a problem. RSAC vendors showcased new tools aimed at fixing that. Illumio introduced a cloud detection and response solution powered by AI. Rapid7 launched an enterprise-grade MDR service and a new Intelligence Hub to deliver context and insights in real time. These updates all pointed toward the same goal: make sense of complex environments and take action faster. While much of the focus stays on outside attackers, RSAC 2025 brought attention back to insider risks. DTEX shared new research on a troubling tactic: North Korean operatives getting hired under fake identities at global companies—sometimes with admin-level access. In a remote-first world, this kind of threat is hard to spot and harder to stop. The message? Trust, but verify—and then verify again. Data protection often feels like a puzzle with missing pieces. This year, vendors tried to change that. Snyk added dynamic application security testing to its platform. Cyera's data-first approach drew a lot of interest. NinjaOne launched tools that bring together patching and vulnerability management. These moves all aim to make data security easier to manage and more effective in practice. Even as AI and quantum security grab headlines, old threats persist. Email remains a top attack vector. Barracuda's new report found that nearly 25% of HTML attachments are malicious. Attackers are hiding dangerous content in files to dodge detection. It's a reminder that even mature tools like email still need attention. Not everything at RSAC was serious. Torq drew a crowd with a 12,000-pound surprise—Grave Digger, the legendary monster truck. It was a playful break from the usual vendor booths and a reminder that cybersecurity events can still be fun. RSAC 2025 showed us a field in the middle of transformation. The network perimeter is gone. Passwords are fading. AI is changing everything—from how we defend systems to how they're attacked. Complexity is rising, but so is innovation. The next phase of cybersecurity will belong to those who can simplify, integrate and automate without losing visibility or control. This year's message was clear: it's not about building walls. It's about preparing for a world without them.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Identity Strategy: Semperis CEO Mickey Bresman, Live at RSAC 2025
Tech Edge hosted a fireside chat on April 30 at RSAC 2025 in San Francisco with Mickey Bresman, Chief Executive Officer at Semperis. The in-person interview was joined by Editor-at-Large Jarrett Banks and they discussed what's next for the company after recently surpassing $100M ARR, the evolution of Semperis' mission of putting identity at the center of cyber resilience strategy, among other topics. Watch the interview below: This embedded content is not available in your region. About Mickey Bresman Mickey Bresman is CEO and co-founder of Semperis, a leading provider of enterprise, hybrid identity protection, threat research, and incident response services. Among the top three fastest-growing cybersecurity companies in the U.S., according to Inc. 5000, Semperis is widely recognized for offering the industry's most comprehensive hybrid directory protection technology and services. Semperis recently surpassed $100M in annual recurring revenue, a milestone that fewer than one in every 1,000 venture-backed enterprise software companies achieves. The company has been recognized by Deloitte's Technology Fast 500, Inc's Best Workplaces, and, recently, CRN's 2025 Security 100 list. Its Purple Knight community tool, a free assessment solution designed to identify vulnerabilities in Microsoft Active Directory, Entra ID, and Okta, has been endorsed by leading cyber agencies from the Five Eyes Nation, including the NSA and CISA. Beginning his technical career in the Navy, Mickey's comfort zone is on the front lines helping organizations thwart and respond to cyberattacks. The long-time cybersecurity expert and entrepreneur has an extensive track record of driving revenue growth and scaling organizations across the globe. Prior to founding Semperis, Mickey held the position of CTO at YouCC Technologies, a Microsoft Gold Partner integration company. About Semperis For security teams charged with defending hybrid and multi-cloud environments, Semperis ensures the integrity and availability of critical enterprise directory services at every step in the cyber kill chain and cuts recovery time by 90%. Purpose-built for securing hybrid identity environments—including Active Directory, Entra ID, and Okta—Semperis' AI-powered technology protects over 100 million identities from cyberattacks, data breaches and operational errors. The world's leading organizations trust Semperis to spot directory vulnerabilities, intercept cyberattacks in progress and quickly recover from ransomware and other data integrity emergencies. Semperis is headquartered in Hoboken, New Jersey, and operates internationally, with its research and development team distributed throughout the United States, Canada and Israel. Semperis hosts the award-winning Hybrid Identity Protection conference and podcast series ( and built the community hybrid Active Directory cyber defender tools, Purple Knight ( and Forest Druid. The company has received the highest level of industry accolades, recently named to Inc. Magazine's list of best workplaces for 2024 and ranked the fastest-growing cybersecurity company in America by the Financial Times. Contact: Exec Edge Editor@ Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
