Hiding undetected: Why security teams can no longer overlook HTTPS decryption
Decrypting HTTPS (TLS/SSL) traffic at the network perimeter is a vital step in protecting against malware and other online threats. Most of today’s web traffic is encrypted and presents an obvious hiding place for threat actors to deliver cyberattacks, since many network security controls aren’t set to inspect encrypted traffic. Consider recent findings from WatchGuard’s Threat Lab in its Q4 2022 Internet Security Report (ISR). While the report showed an apparent decline in overall malware volume, the Threat Lab analysts found a much higher prevalence of malware being delivered over encrypted connections when they looked closer at decrypted HTTPS traffic. These results came from a mere 20 percent of devices decrypting TLS and indicate the other 80 percent would also show malware volume is up, but hidden -- which mirrors findings from previous quarters.
Despite this trend, it’s common for teams not to enable decryption at the firewall due to the complications it can present. The process requires resources to decrypt and then re-encrypt traffic passing through a gateway device, as well as next-gen firewalls (NGFW) or unified threat management (UTM) appliances that use significant computing horsepower, all which impact network performance. Then, introducing decryption while managing the performance of other security tools and their varying uses could be difficult. Today, however, tabletop UTM/NGFW solutions can perform this process at the speed of the incoming WAN connection. So now, users’ main objection is the initial configuration of TLS/SSL decryption, and the need for exceptions for certain applications.
How to speed up File Explorer in Windows 11
The vast majority of software bugs are, almost by definition, a problem. A bug can cause unexpected behavior, reduce performance, and cause endless other issues. But there is a bug in Windows 11's File Explorer that actually makes it better.
If you've ever thought that File Explorer would benefit from a speed boost, there's some good news. A strange bug can be exploited to noticeably improve performance in a split second.
Fix the UNSUPPORTED_PROCESSOR error in Windows with a BIOS update from MSI
It is now a couple of weeks since a Windows 11 update resulted in a large number of people suddenly seeing UNSUPPORTED_PROCESSOR error messages.
At the time, the finger of blame was pointed at Microsoft, although the company was quick to suggest that the fault may be elsewhere. With the issue affecting MSI motherboards, the hardware manufacturer offered up a workaround. Now MSI has released a BIOS update that properly fixes the problem for Intel 700 and 600 series boards.
Samsung announces 4TB variant of its popular 990 PRO SSD
Let's face it, when it comes to solid state drives, Samsung’s offerings are some of the most reliable. That is why many people trust that company’s SSDs to store their important data. Today, Samsung unveils a new 4TB version of its wildly popular PCIe 4.0 990 PRO SSD.
The heart of this new 4TB offering is the eighth-generation Samsung V-NAND (V8) technology. Paired with an enhanced proprietary controller, this SSD is designed to handle almost anything you throw at it, from 3D/4K graphics work to data analytics.
AI chatbot simplifies Kubernetes management
Kubernetes management platform company D2iQ is launching new updates to its D2iQ Kubernetes Platform (DKP) that include DKP AI Navigator, an AI assistant that enables enterprise organizations to overcome the skills gap they face in adopting cloud-native technology.
DKP AI Navigator enables organizations to harness more than a decade of the D2iQ team’s experience. It's been trained on D2iQ's internal knowledge base, enabling customers to ask questions and receive real-time responses in a natural, intuitive way. This can reduce the duration and cost of system misconfigurations and downtime while helping organizations overcome the Kubernetes skills gap.
Lack of cybersecurity staff affects over 70 percent of organizations
The cybersecurity skills crisis has impacted 71 percent of organizations and left two-thirds of cybersecurity professionals saying that the job itself has become more difficult over the past two years.
New research carried out by Enterprise Strategy Group (ESG) and the Information Systems Security Association (ISSA) finds 66 percent of respondents believe that working as a cybersecurity professional has become more difficult over the past two years, with close to a third (27 percent) stating that it is much more difficult.
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As the cookie crumbles, ID resolution reignites customer experience
In today's digital world, one customer can have multiple identifiers. These identifiers track customer information, transactions, and interactions as they engage with a business through its web browser, mobile app, and in-store. Each of these touchpoints might capture different data about the customer, creating different identifiers. This can lead to customer data ending up in disconnected silos throughout the organization, impacting the company’s ability to target marketing and advertising efforts.
Without a comprehensive view of a customer's journey, brands struggle to understand consumers’ needs, creating a bad customer experience (CX). In fact, CX quality fell for 19 percent of brands last year, with 49 percent of customers stating they left a brand they had originally been loyal to in the last 12 months due to poor CX. With customer loyalty at stake, it’s more important than ever that brands use identity resolution (ID) resolution to improve CX, increase retention, and drive revenue.
Boards show confidence in their cybersecurity but still think they're at risk of attack
A new survey reveals that board members tend to feel good about their company's cybersecurity policy, but that many are still unprepared to face a cyberattack.
The study from Proofpoint surveyed over 650 board members across 12 countries and finds that 73 percent believe cybersecurity is a high priority for their board, 72 percent feel their boards understand the threats they face, and 70 percent agree they have adequately invested in resources.
Why vulnerability management needs a refresh [Q&A]
Adversaries are exploiting new vulnerabilities much faster than organizations are remediating them. As a result, prioritizing the wrong vulnerabilities will squander security teams' most critical resource -- time.
So, how can organizations prioritize the right threats? We spoke with Anthony Bettini, founder and CEO of VulnCheck, to find out.
Ultimate Ears launches EPICBOOM Bluetooth speaker
Ultimate Ears, the high-fidelity offspring of Logitech, is giving us yet another reason to jam out wherever we please with its newest release—the EPICBOOM portable Bluetooth speaker.
It's no secret that we're in the midst of an environmental crisis, and guess what? Ultimate Ears knows it too. The EPICBOOM isn't just about belting out crisp tunes; it's also about being good to Mother Earth. The speaker is crafted from 100 percent post-consumer recycled polyester fabric and a minimum of 59 percent post-consumer recycled plastic. "We design our products with our customers and their lifestyles in mind," says Jonah Staw, the General Manager of Ultimate Ears. Clearly, part of that lifestyle includes caring for the planet we call home.
Logitech Pebble 2 Combo blends style, functionality, and sustainability
Today, Logitech unveils the Pebble 2 Combo keyboard and mouse that seamlessly blends form and function. Not only is this combination beautiful, but it is quite affordable too.
This combo is available in five colors: Tonal Graphite, Tonal White, Tonal Rose, Tonal Sand, and Tonal Blue. With a minimalist design, both the Pebble Keys 2 K380s keyboard and the Pebble Mouse 2 M350s make a subtle yet strong style statement. Plus, they are crafted from recycled plastic.
Logitech G launches PRO X TKL LIGHTSPEED keyboard and SUPERLIGHT 2 mouse
Today, Logitech G (a name synonymous with top-of-the-line gaming peripherals), has unveiled the latest products in its award-winning PRO series: the Logitech G PRO X TKL LIGHTSPEED gaming keyboard and the Logitech G PRO X SUPERLIGHT 2 gaming mouse. These gaming peripherals were developed in collaboration with elite esports athletes.
According to Brent Barry, Head of Esports and PRO Series at Logitech G, this new lineup "represents a pure and uncompromised product collection, designed for the maximum performance of elite esports professionals and the most competitive gamers." The products are born out of years of intensive consultation and development with top esports athletes, yielding high-performance gear for those who accept nothing less than the best.
Google is turning Android 3D
There is so much focus on AI from the likes of Google, Microsoft et al that it's easy to forget that there are other things happening in the tech world. Case in point: Google's new 3D look for Android.
Sadly, we're not talking about a three-dimensional mobile operating system offering virtual reality or anything like that. Google is simply updating its branding, and this means a new logo for Android.
KLEVV unveils CRAS C910 Lite M.2 NVMe PCIe Gen4x4 SSD
When it comes to storage solutions, performance and reliability are key. Today, KLEVV announces its all-new PCIe Gen4x4 M.2 Solid State Drive, the CRAS C910 Lite, which promises to deliver both in spades.
The CRAS C910 Lite comes in storage capacities that range from 500GB to a whopping 4TB, all housed in an ultra-thin, single-sided M.2 2280 design that weighs just 7 grams. This makes it perfect for everything from mini-PCs to the latest ultrabooks.
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