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According to the 2025/2026 State of the Network study by VIAVI Solutions Inc. (VIAVI), reliance on packet capture to improve mean times to detection (MTTD) and resolution (MTTR) is likely to increase in 79% of enterprise organizations this year. Running annually in partnership with Enterprise Strategy Group, now part of Omdia, the study reveals how IT network and security teams are evolving to meet the demands of hybrid infrastructure, rising cloud complexity, and increasing pressure to detect and resolve issues faster. Based on insights from 750 global professionals, it highlights a clear shift toward deeper network observability, renewed reliance on packet capture, growing cross-functional…

VIPRE Security Group, a global leader and award-winning cybersecurity, privacy, and data protection company, announced the launch of its new VIPRE Penetration Testing service. This service  empowers organizations to identify and address security vulnerabilities proactively. For partners, this service provides a valuable addition to their offerings, enhancing their ability to deliver comprehensive security solutions to customers. Comprehensive Penetration Testing Service The VIPRE Penetration Testing service provides organizations with a comprehensive assessment of their security infrastructure. This includes ethical hacking, vulnerability scanning, and detailed reporting, enabling businesses to identify and mitigate potential risks before they can be exploited by malicious actors.…

Britive, a leading innovator in identity security and the pioneer of the true zero-standing access technologies, is now helping to establish the emerging Agentic Identity and Security Platform (AISP) category, a role identified by Aragon Research in a new 2025 research note. The research note, “The Rise of Agentic Identity and Security Platforms: The Must-Have Add-on for AI Agents and Agentic Systems,” by Aragon Research CEO and Lead Analyst Jim Lundy, highlights the urgent need for purpose-built solutions to secure the rapidly expanding landscape of AI agents and agentic systems within enterprises. The Aragon Research note underscores that, as “Digital Labor is being…

Scytale, the global leader in trust and security compliance automation, announced the acquisition of AudITech, the premier provider of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) IT General Controls (ITGC) automation solution. The AudITech solution is a powerful platform that transforms ITGC auditing by seamlessly integrating with a company’s IT General Control system and audits all controls and populations daily. It continuously monitors for deficiencies and automatically generates comprehensive audit evidence and working papers. This acquisition will enable Scytale to offer a robust array of security, privacy, and AI compliance automation for standards like SOC 2, ISO 27001, and now SOX ITGC in one platform.…

Lytx’s Centralized Security Portal Ensures Protection and Compliance Supported by Newly Secured ISO 27001 Certification and Expanded Privacy Controls Lytx Inc., the industry pioneer of video and safety-driven efficiency, announced the launch of Lytx Trust Center, a centralized security portal designed to provide clients and prospects with direct access to essential security documentation, compliance certifications, and data protection policies. Lytx’s systematic approach to securely managing sensitive company and customer information has been recognized with ISO 27001 certification. Cyber Technology Insights : Zscaler Unveils New Solutions to Expand Zero Trust Security The Lytx Trust Center provides transparency, security, and compliance assurance, enabling customers to navigate today’s complex…

Fast Facts Executive Order Overhaul: President Trump signed an executive order revoking key cybersecurity initiatives from the Biden administration, focusing on eliminating compliance requirements for federal contractors and software vendors. Regulatory Reversal: The order removed provisions aimed at enhancing software security practices through federal procurement, which followed numerous cyberattacks attributed to insecure software. AI and Quantum Security Rollbacks: Trump’s directive abandoned Biden-era initiatives to test AI’s capability in cyber defense and accelerated adoption of quantum-resistant encryption, leaving the federal approach to cybersecurity significantly reduced. Preservation of Certain Initiatives: Despite extensive rollbacks, Trump retained one Biden-era program related to applying security…

Bolster AI, a leader in external threat protection for companies, brands, and customers, announced its popular URL and webpage scanner, CheckPhish is now available as a plugin for Microsoft Security Copilot. The CheckPhish plugin provides users with an easy way to run phishing and malware link checks from within the Microsoft ecosystem, simplifying security workflows and allowing security teams to quickly launch takedowns and remediation.  “AI is critical for cybersecurity, empowering organizations to protect themselves at machine speed at a time when cyber-attacks are happening faster than ever before, and talent shortage is impacting defender teams. Microsoft is fortunate to have partners…

Vodafone, the telecommunications giant, is the newest solution, marking new horizons in connectivity, CX automation, and business mobility. Vodafone has introduced an extended international Travel eSIM service. This is now offering 206 countries and more than 700 mobile networks, backed by a GenAI-fueled virtual assistant. Vodafone’s new digital travel platform includes the service, making it accessible to all mobile network users and aiming to provide fast, secure, and frictionless global connectivity. With less than 90-second setup times, the customer can turn on data bundles from 1 GB to 150 GB. That too, without altering the original SIM or phone number.…

Quick Takeaways Minimal Attack Surface: Design security services with the least privilege principle, granting only essential permissions to reduce vulnerabilities to exploitation. Real-Time Monitoring and Response: Implement continuous system activity monitoring and the ability to respond instantly to threats, allowing for isolation and remediation without user intervention. Robust Architecture: Incorporate components like a Monitoring Engine, Detection Module, Response Unit, Logging, and a secure Communication Interface to ensure comprehensive threat detection and mitigation. Appropriate Development Tools: Utilize Visual Studio and .NET alongside Windows APIs and Machine Learning libraries for advanced threat detection, ensuring the service performs effectively under various conditions. Underlying…

Essential Insights Ransomware Attack: Optima Tax Relief, a leading U.S. tax resolution firm, was targeted in a double-extortion Chaos ransomware attack, with 69 GB of sensitive corporate data and customer case files stolen. Personal Data at Risk: The stolen data includes sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers, phone numbers, and home addresses, raising concerns about potential identity theft and malicious activity. Threat Landscape: Chaos ransomware, a relatively new operation that began in March 2025, is known for both data encryption and theft, further highlighted by their claims of breaching other organizations, including the Salvation Army. Ongoing Updates: BleepingComputer…