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The Top 5 Security Logging Best Practices to Follow Now

Security logging is a critical part of modern cybersecurity, providing the foundation for detecting, analyzing, and responding to potential threats. As highlighted by OWASP, security logging and monitoring failures can lead to undetected security breaches. With the average cost of a data breach adding up to $4.45 million, most organizations can't afford to miss a security incident.

Securing Software Supply Chains: New Research Highlights Industry Vulnerabilities

New IDC study, co-sponsored by Canonical and Google Cloud, reveals the challenges and opportunities for organizations securing their software supply chains. Today, Canonical and Google Cloud released findings from a joint research project conducted by the International Data Corporation (IDC) that sheds light on the critical challenges organizations face in securing their software supply chains. The report, “The State of Software Supply Chains.

Enhancing Cybersecurity Knowledge: Essential Security Awareness Training Guide

Cybercriminals are getting smarter every day. One wrong click on a suspicious email or link can cost your business thousands of dollars-or worse, its reputation. Employees often don't realize how their actions online can expose the company to cyberattacks. Security awareness training is the first step to protecting businesses from these threats. Studies show that companies with trained employees reduce security risks significantly. Awareness turns mistakes into prevention and keeps critical data safe.

5 Critical Network Security Threats for 2025

In this video, we break down the top 5 critical network security threats and show you how Site24x7’s comprehensive security features can help you: Detect misconfigurations before ransomware strikes Identify insider threats with intelligent traffic analysis Secure IoT devices with automated compliance checks Prevent privilege escalation by monitoring configuration changes Protect against supply chain attacks with SDN and SD-WAN monitoring Don’t wait for a security breach to take action! Start monitoring your network today with Site24x7.

How to Monitor Login Pages for Performance and Security

Login pages are the front door to your website or application, and just like any front door, they need to be secure and easy to open. If your login page is slow or vulnerable to attacks, it can frustrate users and expose sensitive information. Whether you’re managing a small e-commerce site or a large enterprise application, monitoring your login pages for performance and security is crucial.

Scraping Privacy-First Search Engines: Why DuckDuckGo Requires a Different Approach

While Google dominates global search, privacy-centric engines like DuckDuckGo are quietly shaping the way developers think about scraping. Many treat DuckDuckGo like just another search endpoint-but that assumption often leads to incomplete data or unexpected blocks.

Open source enterprise application security remains a challenge despite greater patching efforts, IDC research reveals

The latest report from the International Data Corporation (IDC) co-sponsored by Canonical and Google Cloud indicates that 36% of organizations adopt open source to improve development velocity, and 7 in 10 organizations see open source as extremely important to run mission critical workloads. However as open source adoption grows, organizations face increasing difficulty in securing and maintaining their software supply chains.

The Importance of OEM Maintenance for Prolonging the Life of IT Equipment

In the fast-paced world of technology, where new developments emerge almost daily, the maintenance and upkeep of IT equipment can easily be overlooked. However, maintaining this equipment is crucial, particularly through Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) services, to ensure longevity and optimal performance. This article delves into the importance of OEM maintenance, highlighting how it can significantly prolong the life of your IT equipment.

Drift Away: The Hidden Risk of Large-Scale Kubernetes Environments

Configuration drift is a silent but persistent challenge in managing Kubernetes environments at scale. Whether you’re running workloads across multiple clusters in on-premises data centers, cloud providers, or edge locations, the risk of drift increases exponentially as environments grow. According to a Komodor survey, 40% of Kubernetes users report that configuration drift negatively impacts the stability of their environments.

Keeping Compliance Headache-Free: Automating Network Audits for Security and Efficiency

Regulatory compliance is a moving target, and keeping up with evolving security policies and industry regulations can feel like a never-ending battle. Manual network audits? They’re slow, error-prone, and a major time sink. But skipping them isn’t an option—compliance failures can lead to security breaches, hefty fines, and reputational damage. So, how can IT teams ensure they stay ahead without burning out? The answer: automation and real-time observability.

Part 1: Solving the Top 10 Problems with Vulnerability Management | Security Insights, Ep. 49

We promised we'd come back with the solutions to all your vulnerability management problems, so here we are. Plus, we're counting down in unranked order *and* starting from on our list, just to keep you on your toes. Ivanti's Chris Goettl and Robert Waters will go through how you can address resource constraints, siloed tools and data, limited attack surface visibility, inaccurate view of exposures and data overload.

Protecting against Next.js middleware vulnerability CVE-2025-29927 with HAProxy

A recently discovered security vulnerability requires attention from development teams using Next.js in production environments. Let’s discuss the vulnerability and look at a practical HAProxy solution that you can implement with just a single line of configuration. These solutions are easy, safe, and incredibly fast to deploy while planning more comprehensive framework updates.

3 Interesting Ways AI is Changing Financial Transactions

It's interesting to see how artificial intelligence has truly cemented its place in the financial world. It's quickly reshaping the way we manage money. The banking industry has already adopted AI technologies in more ways than you might know. These innovations are making financial transactions more effective, faster, and a lot more personalized for businesses and consumers alike.

What is Application Security (AppSec)?

The cybersecurity world has changed. Thanks to spreading risk of cyber attacks, malware, ransomware, and the intensifying pressure of new cybersecurity regulations and sky-high penalties for leaks and breaches, robust Application Security (AppSec) is non-negotiable. In this blog, you’ll learn how you can meet these challenges head on, and secure your operations and systems by focusing on the most fundamental aspects of your security posture.

The Role of Private Investigators in Business Security

A comprehensive approach to business security is essential for organizations facing a multitude of threats. From internal fraud to cybercrimes, businesses must employ effective strategies to safeguard their assets and maintain a stable operational environment. Private investigators play a critical role by providing valuable insights and expertise that contribute to business security. Their extensive knowledge allows companies to mitigate risks and enhance their security framework.

Common DPF Problems and How to Prevent Them

Nobody likes that sinking feeling when a dashboard warning light flickers on. For diesel truck owners, diesel particulate filter, related warnings can be particularly worrying - both for your vehicle's health and your wallet. We've seen countless customers pull into DPF Canada with problems that could've been avoided with some basic knowledge and preventative care. Let's break down what goes wrong with these systems and how to keep yours running smoothly.

Lewis Pope- Threats and Solutions for MSPs Security

If Head Nerd Lewis Pope had a nickel for every time an MSP underestimated the cost of building an in house SOC he'd have... well practically enough money to build an in house SOC. Building a 24/7 SOC is costly—but there are other solutions. Adlumin an N-able company offers advanced security operations at scale for a predictable cost. Find out more on the Beyond the Horizons Podcast available on YouTube and Apple Podcasts!

How SSL Certificate Monitoring Ensures Brand Trust and Credibility

See that little padlock icon to the left of our URL in the address bar? That shows the website is protected by an SSL certificate. It's a great way to tell potential customers that your brand is trustworthy. But if you don't keep an eye on the status of your SSL certificates, there can be serious consequences for your website and your reputation. In this post, we'll explore how SSL certificate monitoring works, how it affects brand trust and credibility, and how to do it right.

Kosli Raises $10 Million Series A led by Deutsche Bank and Heavybit to Transform Software Delivery Governance.

We are delighted to announce that Kosli has raised $10 million in Series A funding. The round was led by Deutsche Bank’s Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) group, with participation from Heavybit, Defined Capital, Transpose Platform, and a number of angel investors. Alongside this funding milestone we are launching Kosli Enterprise, a new offering designed to meet the complex governance and compliance needs of large financial institutions.

How we implemented a release/promotion workflow with a single approval, using Kosli

A feature we often get asked about at Kosli is whether we can help support a release/promotion workflow: a workflow that deploys a known set of Artifacts from one runtime environment (eg beta/staging) into another runtime environment (eg production), typically in parallel. The simple answer is we can help, and in this blog we show the release workflow in the Kosli cyber-dojo demo project (an open sourced application for practising TDD from your browser).

Supply Chain Security: Leveraging NDR to Combat Cyberthreats

Supply chains are crucial to business operations. It’s essential to verify that the connections required for them to operate don’t provide an opaque pathway for cybercriminals to exploit. This makes supply chain security a critical concern for organizations everywhere. The criminals determined to breach security and establish a persistent presence on networks are increasingly targeting vulnerabilities in supply chains. Through a single entry point, they can compromise multiple organizations.

Cloud migration security: Risks, strategies, and best practices

Whether you’re migrating from on-premises to the cloud, between cloud providers, or to more advanced cloud architectures, each path shares common security challenges that must be addressed head-on. With the right approach, you can actually enhance your security posture during migration. In this article, we'll dig into practical approaches to cloud migration security, covering everything from initial planning to post-migration maintenance.

7 Cisco Meraki alternatives: the best MDM solutions for IT teams

Are you searching for a Cisco Meraki alternative? Or perhaps you need a mobile device management (MDM) solution that seamlessly integrates with your IT infrastructure. Whether you’re an IT team or a managed service provider (MSP), choosing the right MDM software is crucial for efficiently managing mobile devices, securing endpoints, and maintaining compliance.

Essential Software Updates for Security

Essential Software Updates for Security Critical vulnerabilities in Chrome, Adobe products and Microsoft software are addressed through recent updates. Chrome's zero-day vulnerability is particularly noted. Adobe Acrobat and Reader fix nine vulnerabilities, while Windows 11 resolves 36, including five zero-days. Microsoft Office updates tackle ten vulnerabilities across various applications.

MSP Horizons Report - Good Enough is not Good Enough

"Good isn't good enough." Even the big names can get caught off guard if they're not Best in Breed—Jeff Nulsen shares a cautionary tale of a competitor falling prey to a phishing attack. If backup isn’t top of mind, you’re already at risk. Watch the clip from the MSP Horizons Report 2025, and catch the full discussion on the Beyond the Horizons Podcast.

The Pros and Cons of Using Datacenter Proxies for Online Privacy

Datacenter proxies are a way to have online privacy while balancing performance and cost. As businesses and individuals get more concerned about digital footprints these proxy servers are a good option to do anonymous internet activities. This article will go over the pros and cons of datacenter proxies to help you decide if they are right for your privacy needs.

Online Safety 101: What All Students Should Know

Online safety is more urgent than ever in the digital world today-especially now that college students utilize technology for coursework, communication, and financial transactions. Amidst growing cyber threats, it's imperative to understand how to stay away from phishing scams, identity theft, and data breaches. One security lapse can expose individual and financial information, leading to serious consequences such as theft of personal information or financial identity theft. Students are able to successfully safeguard their digital persona by creating good cybersecurity habits and staying informed about the latest best practices.
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What Are Cloud Development Environments?

Especially, if you have a globally distributed team, CDEs give you a smoother developer experience just by its online nature. Instead of wrestling with conflicting dependencies, trudging with inconsistent local setups, or waiting for your code to compile, you have a powerful, instantly accessible development environment in the cloud. CDEs remove typical limitations like hardware and scalability. You can quickly get started with minimal setup and configuration, but confidently move forward due to the flexibility and customization features CDEs provide.

Achieving Business Continuity with Managed IT Services and Cloud Security Solutions

The digital world is evolving rapidly, and businesses must always stay up and running. Any disruption—from cyberattacks, hardware failures, or natural disasters—can cause financial losses and harm a company’s reputation. This is why business continuity is essential. Managed IT services and cloud security solutions help businesses stay operational even during unexpected events.

The AI Revolution is Here - Are You Ready for the Hidden Threats?

In a recent webinar, Gartner unveiled its Top 10 Strategic Technology Trends for 2025*, which all focus on the concept of ‘Responsible Innovation’. They break this down across three pivotal themes: AI Imperatives and Risks, New Frontiers of Computing, and Human-Machine Synergy.

Think PDFs Are Safe? Here's How They Could Infect Your Device

We often trust PDFs to be safe since we use them for contracts, reports, e-books, and even personal documents. Their universal compatibility and read-only nature give an illusion of security. But this absolute trust is misplaced. Cybercriminals have mastered the art of embedding malicious code within PDFs, turning them from innocuous formats to latent threats. Trusting that PDFs are safe will leave users vulnerable to an array of attacks that compromise their personal information and professional data.

Authentication Vs Authorization: 5 Key Differences

In today’s widely interconnected world, protecting sensitive information and ensuring secure access to data and systems is crucial. Two fundamental concepts underpinning modern security networks are authentication and authorization. These are often used interchangeably. These terms represent distinct processes that serve different purposes in securing our digital assets from fraud. Authentication defines verifying an individual’s identity to ensure they are who they claim to be.

The Hidden Costs of Cybersecurity Threats & Why Businesses Need Proactive Security

Colonial Pipeline was shut down for six days after finding itself at the center of a cybersecurity threat. During the May 2021 incident, States declared emergencies, gas prices soared to a six-year high, fuel shortages hit Southeast America, and panic buying almost threatened national fuel security. As per The New York Times report, the attack was traced to DarkSide, a Russian-speaking ransomware group that used a stolen VPN password to breach Colonial’s systems.

IMAP API for Developers

In contemporary digital infrastructures, seamless email integration is a fundamental yet technically demanding requirement for researchers and developers. The IMAP facilitates structured email retrieval and management while maintaining synchronization across multiple devices. However, native IMAP implementation presents several challenges, including session persistence, authentication security, and compliance with regulatory standards.

Why the Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) Is Necessary - But Also Insufficient

Measuring the risks posed by vulnerabilities — to the greatest degree of accuracy — is no simple task. It’s common for organizations to use the Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) by default, to come to terms with the size and scope of vulnerabilities. But while CVSS is a useful tool, it’s not immune from its own vulnerabilities.

Beyond the Horizons Podcast- Lewis Pope and Jim Waggoner talk MDR

N-able MDR is a game changer because it doesn’t just tell you what happened—it shows you what’s happening right now. On the latest Beyond the Horizons podcast, Head Nerd Lewis Pope and Jim Waggoner dive into why even the most experienced help desk engineer can’t replace a powerful MDR like N-able’s. Catch the full episode on YouTube and Apple Podcasts—don’t miss it!

How to Take Your Vulnerability Management Program to the Next Level: Automation Strategies & Tactics

A well-built vulnerability management program covers everything from detection to patching to documentation, reporting, and ongoing measurement. Taking a structured approach to vulnerability management is a differentiator for DevOps teams: The more you can automate and enforce, the less time and effort it takes to find, fix, and monitor software vulnerabilities.

4 Ways CD Rates Can Secure Long-Term Financial Stability for VAs

For veterans, securing long-term financial stability is crucial, and one way to achieve this is by utilizing Certificates of Deposit (CDs). These financial products offer reliable growth with minimal risk, making them an excellent option for those seeking steady income and a safer investment strategy. With a variety of CD options available, it's possible to align a CD strategy with both immediate and long-term financial goals. In this post, we'll explore the different ways in which CD rates can support veterans in securing a financially stable future.

Enhancing Patient Care Through Integrated IT and Communication Solutions

Healthcare is changing fast, and technology is playing a huge role in making it better. Imagine doctors, nurses, and caregivers working together smoothly, sharing patient information instantly, and making decisions faster. That's the power of integrated IT and communication solutions in healthcare.

MSP Horizons Report - Cyber Security Growth

"The longer you wait, the harder it is to get into this game. My recommendation? LEAN IN NOW." According to the 2025 MSP Horizons Report, 90% of our partners believe that a significant portion of their growth over the next three years will come from cybersecurity. But if you're not planning NOW N-able CMO Jeff Nulsen reckons you're going to get left behind. The same goes for if you've not already got your hands on the 2025 MSP Horizons Report. What you waiting for?!

How Employers Can Identify Internal Security Risks Through Cyber Investigations

Employers encounter a major risk known as insider threats in the digital world of today. Organizational personnel who hold access to sensitive data can use their privileges to launch destructive activities. Organizational systems face different security threats which include both data breaches alongside intellectual property theft and destructive attacks on company infrastructure. The detection of potential cyber threats depends heavily on effective cyber investigations because they help identify risks early at minimum damage.

The Top 10 Problems with Vulnerability Management | Security Insights, Ep. 48

The Top 10 Problems with Vulnerability Management | Security Insights, Ep. 48 Vulnerability management is not for the faint of heart. The pitfalls are many, and odds are you probably have at least one of these issues. Ivanti's Chris Goettl and Robert Waters run down the list of what can get in the way of vulnerability management done well -- from attack surface visibility to data overload and resource constraints -- all with an eye on how those problems can be addressed. (Which we'll have more on next time. We promise.)

Google Authd broker: authenticate to Ubuntu Desktop/Server with your Google account

Today we are announcing the introduction of Authd support for Google IAM, allowing all Ubuntu users to use their Google account to authenticate to their desktop and servers. The Google broker snap for Authd is available for free on Ubuntu Desktop and Server 24.04 and it works with both personal and Workspace Google accounts.

Proactive Protection Beyond the Endpoint

The IT landscape for delivering applications and other services to end users has shifted to a hybrid deployment model, and this change is here to stay. While it provides myriad benefits for IT teams and their organizations, it also complicates the cybersecurity landscape, which needs protecting. Attackers continuously find new techniques to bypass traditional security measures.

Secure Your Sign-Ins with AppSignal's Single Sign-On

Managing team access to your organization's AppSignal account just got easier. We're excited to introduce our new Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML) Single Sign-On (SSO) Business Add-On — a secure solution designed to integrate effortlessly with your existing identity provider. This powerful feature streamlines login processes and enhances secure access management across your organization, making single sign-on a breeze.

Improving Cybersecurity with Threat Intelligence Feeds for Better Risk Management

Cybersecurity is a critical priority for businesses of all sizes, especially as cyber threats continue to evolve in complexity and frequency. With growing dependence on digital infrastructure, companies are more vulnerable than ever to data breaches, ransomware, and other malicious attacks. One of the most effective ways to enhance cybersecurity and manage these risks is through the integration of threat intelligence feeds. These feeds provide valuable insights into potential threats and vulnerabilities, enabling organizations to stay ahead of attackers and safeguard their networks.

Master CMMC 2.0 Compliance and Stay Ahead in Your Industry

The landscape of cybersecurity is constantly evolving, and businesses must adapt to stay ahead of potential threats. One of the most critical standards organizations can comply with is the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0. This compliance framework helps businesses safeguard sensitive information, especially within the Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal agencies. The updated version, CMMC 2.0, streamlines the process while maintaining a robust level of security.
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Personal resilience boosts operational resilience

Winter is a grinding time. The temperature, the darkness and the rain all take a toll on people. As a business, it's worth remembering that the human element of IT operations needs looking after just as much as the technology they maintain. Business leaders can't have one without the other.

Ransomware as a Service- Beyond the Horizon

RaaS vs. DRaaS: The Evil Twin of Cybersecurity Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) is the evil twin of Disaster Recovery-as-a-Service (DRaaS). Both are efficient, scalable, and profitable—just on opposite sides of the cybersecurity battlefield. Threat actors aren’t just hackers in dark basements; they’re running RaaS like a SaaS business, making sure their ‘clients’ get the best ROI possible—at the expense of their victims.

Lightning Talk: How Policy-as-Code Experts Tackle Infrastructure Governance

As cloud infrastructure scales, governance, security, and compliance become more complex. Policy-as-Code provides a powerful solution by automating and enforcing policies consistently across Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC). Join Omry, CTO of env0, and Anders, Lead Developer Advocate at Styra, for a 30-minute live lightning talk as they explore the role of policies in IaC, real-world enforcement examples, and the latest updates in Open Policy Agent (OPA). Learn why Rego is the preferred policy language, the challenges of maintaining policy frameworks, and how env0 simplifies governance and control.

The Benefits of Cloud Based Restaurant Management Software

The operations of restaurants undergo transformation through cloud based restaurant management software which delivers time-efficient scalable economical solutions. Cloud-based solutions operate differently from traditional systems because they do not need hardware maintenance on-site or on-premises servers. Through this technology the business leadership of restaurants can view their data through any location to gain live operational information.

Exciting Security Enhancements: Stronger, Smarter Access Tokens

Security has been our top priority over the last year, and we’re rolling out major improvements to account and project access tokens to bring Rollbar up to today’s security standards. Newly created tokens will be stored in an encrypted format, inaccessible via the UI or API after being created, and you will be able to manually encrypt your existing tokens. This change to token storage will give you more control over who can submit, access or update data in your system.

Everything You Need to Know About SIEM Logs

That moment when your production system goes down, and you're stuck piecing together logs from twenty different services? It’s frustrating and slow—especially when you need answers fast. SIEM logs help bring order to this chaos, giving you a structured way to track security events and system activity. But understanding how to use them effectively isn’t always straightforward, and most documentation can feel more complicated than the problem itself.

Calico eBPF Source IP Preservation: The Unexpected Story of High Tail Latency

The Calico eBPF data plane is your choice if latency is your primary concern. It was very disturbing that some benchmarking brought to our attention that eBPF had higher tail latency than iptables. The 99+% percentiles were higher by as much as a few hundred milliseconds. We did a whole bunch of experiments and we could not crack the nut until we observed that there are some occasional and unexpected TCP reset (RST) packets, but no connections were reset.

Automating API security tests in CI/CD for Java applications

API security testing is software testing performed on APIs. It is meant to identify vulnerabilities in API endpoint communication and access. In modern software development, API security is a crucial aspect that cannot be ignored. API security testing can now be automated in CI/CD, enabling early detection of vulnerabilities, maintaining security standards without slowing down development, and reducing human errors.

Unlock Passive Income with Smart Cloud Mining: The Future of Cryptocurrency Investment

In the fluctuating cryptocurrency market, AI cloud mining is gradually emerging as a new choice for investors. Compared to traditional mining, cloud mining is favored for its straightforward operations and substantial gains.

Leveraging Digital Transformation Strategies for a Competitive Edge

Indeed, change is the order of the day in organizations, especially in the current world that is characterized by high levels of competitive forces. New technologies seem to be revolutionizing the various sectors by improving how organizations operate as well as how they attend to their customers. Failure to adopt these advancements means that the organization's stand be pushed to the dustbins and a new organization that is more efficient takes over.

Nginx Error Logs: Troubleshooting and Security Guide

Nginx error logs can be tough to decipher, even for experienced sysadmins and DevOps engineers. They hold valuable clues about what’s going wrong, but sorting through them can feel overwhelming. Understanding these logs doesn’t have to be a challenge. This guide breaks them down in a clear, practical way—so you can find the issues that matter and fix them with confidence.

Masterfiles Policy Framework: the 'module' that started it all

The MPF or Masterfiles Policy Framework is intended to provide a stable base policy for installations and upgrades, and is used by both CFEngine Enterprise and CFEngine community. When you create a new cfbs project with cfbs init one of the questions is related to the MPF: Of particular interest to policy writers is the lib sub-directory: Let’s look through some of the helpful bits you can re-use in your policy!

Why Developers Should Avoid Building Authentication from Scratch

You might think building authentication from scratch gives you more control. After all, how hard can it be to create a login system? Just store usernames and passwords, hash them securely, and verify users, right? But once you dig deeper, the reality is far more complicated.