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RSA Conference 2024 goes beyond AI-powered security to securing AI itself

Dave Vellante — Sat, 11 May 2024 16:40:24 +0000

The past week’s RSA Conference 2024 was crowded, buzzy, vibrant and chaotic, underscoring the very nature of the cybersecurity industry. This market has a kind of self-propelling energy with a dynamic that blends tons of money, an ever-present and capable adversary, technical innovation, public policy, geopolitics and a smashing together of the digital and physical […]

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IT security spending keeps rising amid generative AI threats: analysis from theCUBE at RSAC

Devony Hof — Fri, 10 May 2024 14:33:56 +0000

Even as companies try to cut costs, information technology security spending continues to rise in the face of increasing threats and the added complexity of artificial intelligence. “Companies are spending record budget on security — we’re having more breaches than we’ve ever had before, and the world’s gotten a lot more complicated,” said Zeus Kerravala […]

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ETR survey findings on security spending play out on RSAC show floor

Ryan Stevens — Thu, 09 May 2024 16:12:11 +0000

With the RSA Conference 2024 in full swing, it’s clear that anybody in security who’s anybody is in attendance. The event even included a keynote speech from U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken. The event has been very well attended, reaching pre-COVID levels. But what may be missing is more emphasis around collaboration, according to […]

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Nozomi Networks expands partnership with Mandiant to strengthen industrial and enterprise security

Duncan Riley — Wed, 08 May 2024 23:35:55 +0000

Industrial cybersecurity firm Nozomi Networks Inc. today announced an expanded partnership with Google LLC’s Mandiant to strengthen and streamline the way industrial and enterprise security teams anticipate, diagnose and respond to cyberthreats. Through the extended partnership, Google Security Operations and Nozomi Networks customers will now have the option to combine Mandiant threat intelligence and incident response with […]

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Innovations in tech security: theCUBE’s Day 3 analysis from the RSA Conference

Chad Wilson — Wed, 08 May 2024 20:55:52 +0000

When it comes to tech security, the current era is defined by complexity and opportunity. Unfortunately, when it comes to innovation, confusion can often converge alongside ingenuity, making it even more crucial for education, collaboration and foresight to help guide companies toward a future where security is not merely an aspiration but a collective endeavor. […]

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Zscaler addresses rising phishing threats and AI security challenges

Ryan Stevens — Wed, 08 May 2024 20:27:44 +0000

During last year’s RSA Conference, there was some talk around how artificial intelligence might influence cybersecurity, with attackers potentially using the technology to write better phishing emails, for instance. At this week’s event, there are more conversations about the exposure that AI brings and about how to secure AI. AI is a fascinating technology, but […]

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GPU glut and quantum shift: theCUBE talks tech insights from RSA Conference

Chad Wilson — Wed, 08 May 2024 17:13:50 +0000

The convergence of cutting-edge technology, strategic cybersecurity and other tech insights are top of mind for company striving to successfully navigate today’s evolving business ecosystem. Members of theCUBE Collective, including Howie Xu (pictured, center), AI executive and host of “Byte Into Future,” talked about some of the insightful discussions and innovative solutions brought forth at this […]

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Token Security raises $7M to change the focus of identity management to machines

Mike Wheatley — Wed, 08 May 2024 14:00:57 +0000

Machine identity startup Token Security is pushing to transform how companies approach their identity management strategies after closing on a $7 million seed funding round today. Today’s round was led by TLV Partners and saw participation from SNR and a number of angel investors, including Shlolo Kramer, one of Israel’s most prominent cybersecurity pioneers. At […]

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Palo Alto Networks unveils new AI-powered security solutions to tackle advanced threats

Duncan Riley — Tue, 07 May 2024 23:30:25 +0000

Palo Alto Networks Inc. today announced a suite of new security solutions powered by its Precision AI technology that are designed to protect enterprises against artificial intelligence-generated threats and to secure AI by design. The new solutions leverage Palo Alto’s Precision AI and combine machine learning and deep learning with the accessibility of generative AI to […]

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AI meets security: Strategic insights from theCUBE at RSAC Day 2

Chad Wilson — Tue, 07 May 2024 19:38:42 +0000

This week’s RSA Conference has featured a flurry of discussions that underscore a central theme: the intersection of artificial intelligence and security. TheCUBE is on site to analyze day 2 events, as attendees seek to grasp the implications of AI for their security strategies. “We have to deal with the prompt security and all these […]

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Tackling the digital tsunami threat in cybersecurity: theCUBE’s RSAC day 1 insights

Ryan Stevens — Tue, 07 May 2024 15:50:49 +0000

There’s a lot of enthusiasm at this week’s RSA Conference, but there’s a lot of concern too. That’s because there’s an expanding attack surface, leading some to suggest that there’s a “digital tsunami” being experienced. “We have got all of us on the good side of this, and we’re trying to figure out how to use […]

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Cloudflare enhances cybersecurity offerings with new Unified Risk Posture suite

Duncan Riley — Tue, 07 May 2024 13:00:19 +0000

Content delivery network provider Cloudflare Inc. today announced a new suite of cybersecurity risk management capabilities designed to help enterprises enforce their risk postures automatically and dynamically across their attack surfaces. Called Cloudflare for Unified Risk Posture, the new capabilities, served via Cloudflare’s single unified platform, allow organizations to evaluate risk across users and applications, […]

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Sentra introduces DataTreks and expands on-premises support to strengthen enterprise data security

Duncan Riley — Tue, 07 May 2024 13:00:03 +0000

Cloud security startup Sentra Inc. today announced the launch of Sentra DataTreks and on-premises support to assist enterprises in tackling rapid data sprawl with stronger security and visibility. The new capabilities, designed to help determine when sensitive data travels between environments to eliminate unwanted risks and exposures, enhance Sentra’s existing Data Security Posture Management and Data Protection […]

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Google Cloud debuts threat intelligence service, AI security tools at RSA

Maria Deutscher — Mon, 06 May 2024 18:46:48 +0000

Google LLC’s cloud unit debuted a raft of new cybersecurity tools at the RSA Conference today, including a threat intelligence service that will provide customers with information about hacker activities. Many of the additions are rolling out as updates to existing products. Some of the new tools are designed to fend off cyberattacks that target […]

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Microsoft unveils new security features for SOC teams to combat insider threats

Duncan Riley — Mon, 06 May 2024 16:00:42 +0000

Microsoft Corp. today announced the public preview of Insider Risk Management Context in Microsoft Defender XDR and other new security features that focus on improving how security operations center teams investigate and manage insider risk. The announcements, made during the annual RSA Conference this week in San Francisco, aim to strengthen the tools available for SOC […]

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SecurityScorecard launches HEID AI to enhance breach prediction accuracy

Duncan Riley — Mon, 06 May 2024 16:00:29 +0000

Security ratings firm SecurityScorecard Inc. today announced that it’s new artificial intelligence platform HEID AI is emerging from testing to “supercharge” breach prediction. HEID AI, which stands for Highly Evolved Intelligence Defense Artificial intelligence, is claimed to be the world’s largest risk and threat dataset. The new service delivers an 80% increase in breach protection accuracy with […]

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At RSAC, Cisco launches bolsters in Security Cloud, built on Hypershield and Splunk

Zeus Kerravala — Mon, 06 May 2024 15:55:33 +0000

All security eyes are on San Francisco this week as the RSA Conference kicks off. One vendor with some early news is Cisco Systems Inc., which unveiled a salvo of new offerings in its Cisco Security Cloud. Designed to support and safeguard artificial intelligence, the features aim to help companies protect their applications, devices, users […]

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AT&T joins WillJam Ventures to launch new cybersecurity business LevelBlue

Duncan Riley — Mon, 06 May 2024 13:00:39 +0000

AT&T Inc., in conjunction with WillJam Ventures LLC, today announced LevelBlue, a new standalone managed cybersecurity business focused on bolstering cyber resilience. LevelBlue has been designed from the get-go to offer cybersecurity services that meet the evolving needs of businesses with capabilities that include managed security services, cybersecurity consulting, threat intelligence and continuous security operations […]

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Swimlane launches new marketplace for enhanced security automation and integration

Duncan Riley — Mon, 06 May 2024 12:00:10 +0000

Low-code security automation company Swimlane LLC today announced Swimlane Marketplace, a full-stack modular marketplace for security automation. Claimed to go beyond the typical marketplace by facilitating seamless integration and simplifying automation, the new Swimlane Marketplace has been designed to empower organizations to streamline security operations across any technology stack or use case with bespoke solutions. At the […]

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Ahead of RSAC, Menlo Security announces partnership with Google Cloud for better browser security

Zeus Kerravala — Fri, 03 May 2024 18:17:22 +0000

As the security world descends upon the Moscone Center next week for the RSA Security Conference, two companies that put out some news ahead of the show were Google Cloud and Menlo Security Inc. which announced a partnership to improve the security of enterprise browsers. Under the terms of the agreement, Menlo Security, which pioneered […]

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Microsoft rolls out passkey support for all consumer accounts

Kyt Dotson — Thu, 02 May 2024 18:00:47 +0000

Microsoft Corp. today rolled out passwordless passkey support for all consumer accounts, allowing users to do away with passwords and log in using devices. Passkeys are part of the path to making passwords obsolete by allowing sign-in to services and websites without one. A passkey identifies a user by using public-key cryptography connected to a service and their devices, instead of using a password they can […]

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Google launches 1B passkey authentications and new security updates

Duncan Riley — Thu, 02 May 2024 12:00:27 +0000

Google LLC today announced new updates on passkey and cross-account protection, along with sharing some metrics about where passkeys stand in terms of uptake and adoption. Passkeys are a phishing-resistant authentication method that allows users to log in securely using services such as fingerprints, face scans or PINs as an alternative to traditional passwords. As […]

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Network security startup Corelight reels in $150M

Maria Deutscher — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 20:28:16 +0000

Corelight Inc., a startup using open-source tools to detect malicious traffic in enterprise networks, today disclosed that it has closed a $150 million Series E funding round. Returning backer Accel led the investment. It was joined by the venture capital arms of Cisco Systems Inc. and CrowdStrike Holdings Inc., both major players in the cybersecurity […]

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Secure browser Island raises $175M, doubling valuation to $3B

Kyt Dotson — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 15:00:19 +0000

Island Technology Inc., the developer of a secure enterprise browser of the same name, today announced it has raised $175 million in a late-stage funding. The Series D round was led by new investor Coatue and existing investor Sequoia Capital. It doubles the company’s valuation from a year ago to $3 billion. To date, the startup has raised $487 […]

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What to know about AI at this year’s RSA Conference

Dan Schiappa — Mon, 29 Apr 2024 17:58:14 +0000

Last year, the RSA Conference was dominated by the conversation around artificial intelligence and machine learning. Just months after the initial release of ChatGPT, virtually every vendor took the opportunity to tell visitors about how its platform or tool is powered by AI/ML engines, but few of those visitors were able to verify those claims […]

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Security budgets are growing, but so is vendor sprawl

Dave Vellante and Erik Bradley — Sat, 27 Apr 2024 18:46:55 +0000

Organizations continue to spend more on security, with 87% of firms expecting to increase spend on cybersecurity in the next 12 months. But are we safer? It’s estimated that firms on average have between 60 and 75 security tools installed. Although leading vendors logically market the benefits of addressing tools sprawl and complexity through consolidation, […]

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Cybersecurity provider Darktrace to be acquired by Thoma Bravo for $5.3B

Maria Deutscher — Fri, 26 Apr 2024 18:26:32 +0000

Darktrace plc, a major provider of cybersecurity software for enterprises, today announced that it has agreed to be acquired by Thoma Bravo in a $5.3 billion transaction. The all-cash deal values Darktrace at $7.75 per share, a 20% premium over its last unaffected stock price. Thoma Bravo says KKR and other shareholders with a combined […]

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What to expect during the RSA Conference: Join theCUBE May 6-9

Victor Dabrinze — Wed, 10 Apr 2024 16:15:08 +0000

Former FBI Director Robert Mueller famously said, “There are only two types of companies: Those that have been hacked, and those that will be.” This epitomizes the relentless battle in cybersecurity, a domain where defenders and attackers are perpetually at odds. Now, artificial intelligence has emerged as a game-changer, significantly reshaping the landscape of society’s […]

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