As businesses become increasingly digital, cybersecurity has taken center stage in boardrooms and IT departments around the world. From global data breaches to ransomware takedowns, external cyberattacks continue to dominate headlines. However, beneath the surface lies a less visible but equally dangerous threat—internal risk. These insider threats, often overlooked, can be just as destructive as attacks from the outside. Understanding and mitigating internal cybersecurity risks is not just a matter of technical defense, but a cultural and strategic necessity. Whether the source is a disgruntled employee or an innocent mistake,…

In recent years, the frequency and severity of corporate data breaches have grown at an unprecedented rate. While technology continues to evolve, so too do the methods employed by cybercriminals. The year 2019 was particularly notable, not just for the volume of incidents, but for how many of them were the result of avoidable mistakes. From payroll data stolen from physical hard drives to open servers leaking sensitive customer information, the breaches revealed critical lapses in basic cybersecurity hygiene. What makes these events even more troubling is that the consequences…

The complexity and volume of cyber threats facing today’s digital systems have surged in recent years. As the demand for agile development practices, cloud-native applications, and third-party integrations grows, so too does the potential for vulnerabilities in software. The Open Worldwide Application Security Project (OWASP), known for maintaining one of the most trusted lists in cybersecurity—the OWASP Top 10—released a significant update in 2021. Among the changes, three entirely new categories were added, shining a light on critical areas that had previously been underrepresented or misunderstood. These three categories are…

As we look ahead to the next two decades, it’s clear that the fusion of physical and digital realities will redefine nearly every aspect of our lives. This isn’t mere speculation; the trajectory of technological advancement suggests a near future filled with ubiquitous computing power—small, powerful chips embedded in everyday objects, from eyeglasses and clothing to household appliances. These devices will serve as gateways to a continuously connected world, offering information and services tailored to individuals in real-time. The implications are staggering. With computing power becoming both invisible and omnipresent,…

As the early months of 2020 unfolded, the world found itself responding to an unfamiliar and rapidly escalating health crisis. The emergence of COVID-19 disrupted global routines and forced societies to reimagine how work, education, healthcare, and communication could continue remotely. However, in the shadows of this massive shift, cybercriminals saw a landscape rich with new opportunities. While healthcare workers and essential personnel worked tirelessly on the frontlines, a parallel battle emerged in cyberspace. Organizations struggled to transition to remote work environments, often sacrificing security for speed. This made them…