Brief: This comprehensive Multi-Cloud Security playbook provides proven tactics and strategies to safeguard your data, simplify user access, and navigate compliance challenges in a multi-cloud landscape. From implementing unified security policies to leveraging cloud-native tools, you’ll discover the best practices to enhance your organization’s resilience and flexibility. “I have brought peace, freedom, justice and security […]
A recent cyber security incident involving Canada’s Trans-Northern Pipelines, reportedly targeted by the ALPHV/BlackCat ransomware group, highlights significant vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure sectors like oil and gas. The group allegedly stole 190 GB of data and has threatened to leak it unless their demands are met. This situation echoes the 2021 Colonial Pipeline attack in […]
Brief: In this blog post, we’ll break down the differences between OT, ICS, and SCADA systems and explain how they work together to enable safe, efficient operations in industries like manufacturing, energy, and water treatment. “I sense a great deal of confusion in you, young Skywalker.” — Master Windu, Star Wars Why this article and […]
How Emerging Technologies are Improving Corporate Cyber Defenses in 2024 BRIEF: In this article we’ll take a look at emerging technologies like AI, zero trust, cloud security, XDR, and SASE and their roles in enterprises to fortify their cyber defenses against evolving threats. We’ll examine how these innovations enable proactive threat prevention, faster detection and […]
OT Cyber Incident Response: From Strategy to Response Brief: We’ll walk you through the critical steps of detecting, containing, eradicating, and recovering from an OT cyber incident. By the end, you’ll have a rock-solid OT Cyber Incident Response Plan to protect your industrial control systems (ICS) and minimize the impact of any cyber threat. “The […]
Brief: In this article, we examine the issues around a recent Russian hack on North American OT, explore additional issues in OT and remote management vulnerabilities access that could be exploited, and take a look at how we here at F12 might handle them. “In the fortress you will need more than men and swords. […]
Brief: In this article, we review cyber security standards for industrial automation, look at how to implement them, and dive into selecting the right framework for your environment. “Life finds a way,”— Dr. Ian Malcolm, Jurassic Park Recently, The MITRE Corporation experienced a cyber attack targeting its NERVE network via two Ivanti Connect Secure zero-day […]
Guide to Mitigating Third-Party Attacks on Your Supply Chain Brief: In this article, we discuss the nature of third-party attacks on your supply chain and detail a step-by-step process to implement comprehensive supply chain cyber security strategies. The aim is to equip you with practical knowledge to identify and mitigate these risks effectively. “Any attack […]
Understanding the Security Implications of IoT (Internet of Things) Devices in OT Brief: In this article, we’re going to look at IoT security in industrial environments, the associated risks, and potential solutions for 2024. “Replicants are like any other machine – they’re either a benefit or a hazard. If they’re a benefit, it’s not my […]
Brief: When virtually every business collects and processes some sort of personal data, data privacy regulations are often top of mind for Canadian Businesses. In this article we look at a few sample national and international privacy regulations, some of the challenges that we face when dealing with them, and a few tips and best […]