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Congratulations to Flashpoint’s Executive Director, Andrew Borene, on being recognized as one of The Top 25 Cybersecurity Consultants and Leaders of 2024 by The Consulting Report. We are proud to see Andrew recognized for his “stand out work in leveraging cyber threat intelligence to support critical decision-making for global enterprises.” Join us in celebrating Andrew’s critical work in today’s interconnected threat landscape and dedication to making the world safer. https://lnkd.in/gcHCAyC4

SecurityWeek recently reported that CVE and NVD are still facing a growing and massive backlog, despite previous assurances from NIST that it would be clear by September 30. At this time, NIST has not provided a new deadline on when the program would be back on-track. https://lnkd.in/eJetEEga Flashpoint has identified over 19,000 vulnerabilities missing critical metadata such as CVSS scores, exploit details, solution details, and more. While the CVE system plays an important role in vulnerability management, this backlog highlights the need for comprehensive vulnerability intelligence. ?? Did you know Flashpoint’s advanced vulnerability intelligence is independently researched and goes beyond CVE? ?? Complete coverage: Flashpoint vulnerability intelligence covers everything in CVE and NVD, plus over 100,000 vulnerabilities they’re missing. ?? Enriched data: Get the CVSS scores, exploit details, and remediation guidance you need, including Flashpoint proprietary metrics such as Ransomware Likelihood and Social Risk Score. ?? FP KEV: Our updated and improved version of the CISA KEV provides timely and actionable insights to help you stay ahead of emerging threats. ?? Interested in learning more? ?? Learn more about the CVE and NVD backlog: https://lnkd.in/etcAkwpw ?? Explore the FP KEV: https://lnkd.in/eDUDq5EU ?? Download our free ebook on proactive vulnerability management: https://lnkd.in/eYr4uRw8 #vulnerabilitymanagement #cybersecurity #threatintelligence

How are non-traditional players redefining the intelligence landscape? Next week, Flashpoint CEO Josh Lefkowitz will join Michael Southworth, CEO of Babel Street, and Michael DeBolt, Chief Intelligence Officer at Intel 471, for a can’t miss panel at Baird’s 7th Annual Defense & Government Conference. Moderated by Jennifer Ewbank, former Deputy for Digital Innovation at the CIA and founder of Andaman Strategic Advisors, this timely panel will dive into how technology and innovative strategies are driving transformation in the intelligence sector. ?? Thursday, November 21 | 9:20am ET Whether you’re attending in person or virtually, this session promises to deliver forward-looking insights into the evolving world of intelligence and security. For more information, or to request an invitation, please contact Baird's Conference Events Team at [email protected].

Congratulations to Flashpoint’s VP of Intelligence, Alex Kobray, who has just been named a Power Player in SC Media’s 2024 Women in IT Security program. “Through her journey from young counterterrorism expert to experienced leader of multidisciplinary intelligence teams, Alex Kobray has demonstrated her ability to adapt, rise to new challenges and make an impact defending organizations from ever-evolving threats.” - SC Media Curious to learn more about Alex’s impressive career? Read her story here to uncover what first inspired Alex to pursue counter terrorism, what led her to the private sector, and how she has grown in step with a rapidly evolving threat landscape: https://lnkd.in/eRjTdfQa

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This Veterans Day, we honor and thank all those who have served, sacrificing so much to protect and defend our nation. At Flashpoint, we are especially proud to celebrate our veteran community—nearly 1 in 5 Flashpointers—whose experiences and dedication enrich our work every day. The values that define military service—integrity, dedication, and unwavering commitment to protecting others—align with our mission at Flashpoint. These principles guide our work every day as we strive to make the world safer. Today, we’re sharing some of their reflections in honor of Veterans Day. Join us in recognizing the incredible contributions of veterans both within Flashpoint and beyond. #VeteransDay

How does Air Canada prioritize real threats in a sea of potential vulnerabilities? We are pulling back the curtain on an incredible session from Flashpoint’s recent FUSE conference, where Kyle Howson, Senior Manager of Cyber Threat Hunting at Air Canada, shared how his team cut through the noise, streamlined patching, and focused on what threats matter most. Kyle shares: ?? How Air Canada identifies the vulnerabilities that actually pose a threat. ?? The steps they’ve taken to reduce operational disruptions caused by unnecessary patching. ?? Why aligning their teams with a single source of truth has been a game-changer. ?? Watch the video on-demand now: https://lnkd.in/eXcwjTww

At last week’s Cyber Security Summit | cybersecuritysummit.org, Flashpoint’s Executive Director of Global Security, Andrew Borene, discussed the interconnected nature of today’s threat landscape in his keynote address. Today, cyber attacks, fraud, violent protests, vandalism, and even terrorism often unfold within a larger context. For intelligence professionals, staying ahead means not only identifying threats but also communicating this broader context to stakeholders. ?? For more insights from Andrew on the threat landscapes convergence: https://lnkd.in/enZaunYs

?? Credit card fraud is escalating, with global losses projected to hit $43 billion by 2026. As fraud tactics grow more sophisticated, organizations need to stay a step ahead to protect their assets and customers. That’s why Flashpoint recently launched the Complete Guide to Credit Card Fraud and Prevention, which provides the intelligence and strategies necessary to combat fraud at every stage. Inside this free guide you’ll discover: ?? A breakdown of fraudster techniques from data theft to monetization ?? Intelligence-driven approaches to disrupt fraud before it impacts the bottom line ?? Proactive steps for enhancing fraud prevention and safeguarding customer trust For professionals in fraud prevention, cyber threat intelligence, and risk management, this guide is a must-read. ?? Download the guide here: https://lnkd.in/eP_gfBgG

In 2023 alone, threat actors successfully stole, laundered, and cashed out over $34 billion in cryptocurrencies. By leveraging advanced threat and blockchain intelligence tools, governments and law enforcement agencies have been able to heavily disrupt criminal networks. And now halting the illicit crypto economy is even easier thanks to our new partnership with TRM Labs, the global leader in blockchain intelligence. By integrating Flashpoint’s industry-leading threat intelligence directly into TRM Labs’ Forensics platform, investigators will now have seamless access to comprehensive details on threat actors, malicious content, and illicit conversations from the dark web and social media. Together, we are empowering customers, governments, and law enforcement agencies to stay one step ahead of cyber adversaries and outmaneuver bad actors in the cryptocurrency space. Discover how this partnership can improve your investigative outcomes and make the blockchain a safer place to operate. Learn more about our collaboration here: https://lnkd.in/egRfpaGK #BlockchainIntelligence #ThreatIntelligence #Cryptocurrency