Topic: threat detection

As cyberattacks advance in their sophistication and frequency, traditional cybersecurity defenders-the firewalls, antivirus software, even intrusion detection systems-are no longer sufficient in protecting companies. Organizations are bound to face advanced persistent threats (APTs), ransomware, as well as insider attacks in 2024 that often go undetected by automated detection tools. This makes proactive cybersecurity a dire necessity. According to new research findings, the average amount of...

Chase, please tell us about your background and what brought you to your role as Principal Strategist at JumpCloud. I’ve spent over a decade in the tech industry, in cloud computing and cybersecurity. Over that time, I’ve been able to indulge my passion for all things identity-related and JumpCloud has been a perfect fit.  JumpCloud’s mission to simplify and secure IT management for businesses of all sizes— especially for the traditionally overlooked small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)—...

The recent ransomware attack on Change Healthcare, a subsidiary of UnitedHealth Group, has highlighted critical vulnerabilities within the healthcare sector. This incident disrupted the processing of insurance claims, causing significant distress for patients and providers alike. Pharmacies struggled to process prescriptions, and patients were forced to pay out-of-pocket for essential medications, underscoring the urgent need for robust cybersecurity measures in healthcare. The urgency of str...

According to research from VMware Carbon Black, ransomware attacks surged by 148% during the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic, largely due to the rise in remote work. Key trends influencing the continuing upsurge in ransomware attacks include: Exploitation of IT outsourcing services: Cybercriminals are targeting managed service providers (MSPs), compromising multiple clients through a single breach. Vulnerable industries under attack: Healthcare, municipalities, and educational facilities ar...