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Is your cybersecurity risk management strategy truly effective? Managing cyber risk is complex, and many organizations struggle to build resilient, high-impact cybersecurity programs. Without a strong foundation, emerging threats like AI-driven attacks can leave businesses vulnerable. Neuvik’s Cyber Risk Management team has decades of experience advising CISOs and offers: ? Tactical guidance to optimize cybersecurity investments ? Clear insight into emerging threats & evolving risks ? Proven strategies to communicate cyber risk to executive leadership Let us help you understand, manage, and measure your cyber risk effectively. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dGgHDj2e #CyberSecurity #RiskManagement #CISO #CyberResilience #AIThreats

Third-party risk management (TPRM) is meant to protect organizations - but did you know some TPRM vendors actually introduce security risks? Here are 4 ways third-party risk management vendors can actually make you vulnerable ?? 1?? TPRM vendors protect your sensitive data, but who protects them? Many organizations rely on third-party vendors for risk management. Ironically, some of these vendors have security flaws that expose client data. Attackers can exploit these vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized access. 2?? Sensitive risk management data can be a goldmine for hackers TPRM platforms store key details on third-party vendors, supply chains, and financials. If improperly secured, this data can be used for phishing, fraud, or network infiltration. Companies often forget to assess the security of their own TPRM providers. 3?? Some TPRM platforms have weak access controls Lack of role-based authentication allows unauthorized users to view critical vendor data. In some cases, attackers can simply manipulate URLs to access hidden files (directory traversal attacks). Third-party portals must implement strict role-based access controls (RBAC) to prevent data leaks. 4?? Unencrypted file transfers expose sensitive vendor data Many organizations still send risk assessments and vendor details via unencrypted email. Even if data is encrypted in storage, emails can be intercepted before they reach their destination. A secure file-sharing platform with multi-factor authentication (MFA) should be used instead. Key takeaways: ? Audit your TPRM provider’s security before onboarding ? Enforce strict role-based access controls ? Encrypt all sensitive file transfers ? Perform regular penetration tests on vendor systems ? Use industry standards like OWASP ASVS for secure applications TPRM is essential, but it must be done securely. Secure your vendors before they become your biggest vulnerability. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gGxq8Jbg #CyberSecurity #RiskManagement #TPRM #DataProtection #VendorSecurity

What happens when your Identity Provider (IdP) is breached? A compromised IdP can expose all your users, data, and services to attackers. Here’s why an IdP breach is critical & how to prevent it?? ?? Unauthorized access to multiple systems ?? When an IdP is breached, attackers gain access to all connected services using compromised credentials. This can lead to data theft, account takeovers, and insider threats. Solution: Enforce multi-factor authentication (MFA) & session monitoring. ?? Compromised Single Sign-On (SSO) credentials ??? SSO is convenient but also a single point of failure. A breached IdP means an attacker can impersonate users across all linked applications. Solution: Implement risk-based authentication & conditional access policies. ?? Data exfiltration & identity theft risks ?? A successful attack on your IdP can result in the massive leakage of user identities, authentication logs, and session tokens. Solution: Regularly audit authentication logs & deploy real-time identity threat detection. ?? Increased attack surface for lateral movement ?? With IdP credentials, attackers can escalate privileges, move laterally across systems, and deploy further attacks like ransomware or supply chain compromises. Solution: Apply least privilege access & segment authentication zones. ?? Regulatory & compliance violations ?? IdP breaches can lead to GDPR, HIPAA, or SOC2 violations, bringing hefty fines & reputational damage. Solution: Maintain compliance by encrypting authentication logs & enforcing least privilege on sensitive accounts. Want to learn more? Read our blog: https://lnkd.in/dM3bh-yY #CyberSecurity #IdentityProtection #SSO #ZeroTrust #DataSecurity

How does entropy play a role in malware detection? And how do attackers bypass it? Let’s break it down?? ?? What is entropy in cybersecurity? ??? Entropy is a measure of randomness in data. The higher the entropy, the more random the data appears. Security tools use entropy analysis to detect encrypted, packed, or obfuscated malware. High entropy = likely malicious. ?? Why do EDR solutions rely on entropy? ??? Most malware is encrypted or packed to evade detection. This increases randomness in the file. EDR solutions flag executables with high entropy as potentially malicious, helping identify hidden threats. ?? How do attackers bypass entropy-based detection? ?? Attackers lower the entropy of their malware to blend in with normal files. Common techniques include: - Padding files with plaintext - Hiding payloads inside images or other files - Using Generative AI to encode shellcode with structured words ?? Using AI to bypass entropy detection ?? Instead of raw shellcode (high entropy), attackers use AI to replace byte values with structured words. Example: ?? Byte 00 = “Pikachu” ?? Byte FF = “Charizard” This reduces randomness and tricks EDR into thinking it’s a normal file. ?? Why is this method dangerous? ?? - It bypasses static detections (entropy-based heuristics) - It hides in legitimate-looking data - It evades behavioral analysis when embedded properly ??? How can defenders respond? ???? - Monitor file size anomalies - encoded shellcode is much larger - Use deep inspection beyond entropy checks - Detect suspicious encoding patterns in executables AI-based malware demands AI-driven defenses. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gwFjNCVS #CyberSecurity #MalwareDetection #AIThreats #EDRBYPASS #Infosec

?? New Member Alert!??? Please join us in giving a big, warm welcome to David Mayer, the newest member of the ProVisors Delray 1 (aka GOATs) team!??????? Dave is a highly respected cybersecurity expert, entrepreneur, and CIO & Managing Director of Advanced Assessments of Neuvik, a firm specializing in penetration testing, security assessments, and risk mitigation to protect businesses from evolving cyber threats.????? With over two decades of experience in ethical hacking, risk management, and security consulting, Dave has worked with Fortune 500 companies and government agencies to fortify their digital defenses. As a SANS Certified Instructor, he shares his deep expertise in offensive security tactics and educates organizations on cybersecurity best practices. A sought-after speaker, mentor, and leader, Dave is committed to helping businesses stay ahead of cyber risks and navigate the ever-changing security landscape. ??? We’re thrilled to have you on board, Dave! Looking forward to learning, collaborating, and securing the future together.???? Interested in joining our thriving professional community of over 10,000 senior-level professionals, including top attorneys, bankers, CPAs, and trusted advisors? ProVisors Delray 1 is currently welcoming applications from: ?? Commercial realtor/broker ?? M&A specialist ???HR consultancy/employee benefits ?? Digital marketing agency ?? Sales/business growth consultants ?? Criminal defense attorney ???Legal mediator ???Business broker ???Communications/PR agency ???Management consultant We’d love to meet you! Reach out if you’re ready to connect with South Florida’s premier professional community. ?? #WelcomeToProVisors #ProvisorsDelray1 #Networking #ProfessionalCommunity #KnowLikeTrustRefer

Strong security culture = faster, smarter incident response. A well-prepared incident response can turn a potential disaster into a controlled event. Great case studies, like Reddit’s phishing attack response, show us what works in cybersecurity, including: ? Actually learning from mistakes ? Training employees to report security breaches quickly ? Access restrictions that limit damage ? Investigation before public disclosure ? Transparent reporting to build trust ? Proactive security measures to strengthen defenses By analyzing real-world incidents, we can learn how to improve our own security culture and cyber resilience. In this blog, we break down key lessons from Reddit’s incident response that reinforce the power of security culture. Read now: https://lnkd.in/gje6MJYY #CyberResilience #SecurityLeadership #DataProtection #IncidentResponse #CyberDefense

Many organizations unknowingly leave their AWS IAM roles over-permissioned, allowing attackers to exploit misconfigurations and gain unauthorized access. In this blog, we explore the hidden dangers of excessive IAM permissions and how to lock down your cloud security, including: ?? How AWS managed roles can introduce security risks ?? The dangers of over-permissioned users ?? Real-world example of privilege escalation ?? Steps to audit & create secure IAM roles Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/gvuTWNHf #CloudSecurity #AWS #Cybersecurity #IAM #SecurityBestPractices

Are hidden security gaps putting your organization at risk? Most companies don’t know where their greatest technical vulnerabilities lie until it’s too late. Cyber adversaries exploit these gaps, leading to data breaches, financial losses, and reputational damage. Neuvik’s Advanced Assessments team delivers best-in-class penetration testing & Red Team assessments to: ? Identify critical security weaknesses in your IT environment ? Simulate real-world cyber attacks to expose weak spots ? Prioritize security investments based on business risk Contact Neuvik today to secure your environment: https://lnkd.in/gBGqqc56 #CyberSecurity #PenTesting #RedTeam #RiskManagement #MergersAndAcquisitions

Too often, security is treated as a technical problem, ignoring the fact that developers have their own workflows, priorities, and pressures. A security strategy that doesn’t consider people is doomed to fail. Here’s how to make security developer-friendly?? 1?? Recognize developers as key stakeholders in security Devs aren’t just writing code, they’re balancing deadlines, features, and business goals. ? If security feels like a burden, it will be ignored or bypassed. ? Solution: Treat developers as partners, not just rule-followers. Work with them, not against them. 2?? Understand how developers work before enforcing security Security teams often introduce policies without understanding dev workflows. ? This creates bottlenecks and frustration. ? Solution: Learn how teams code, test, and deploy, then introduce security in a way that fits their process. 3?? Frame security as an enabler, not an obstacle ? If security only adds extra work, developers won’t engage with it. ? Instead of saying “You must do this,” explain how security improves efficiency: Fewer vulnerabilities = fewer last-minute fixes & faster deployments. 4?? Provide security education that developers actually need Developers need practical, hands-on training that applies to their real work. ? Many security trainings are boring, irrelevant, or overly complex. ? Solution: Teach security through real-world code examples, live demos & attack simulations. 5?? Integrate security into existing tools & workflows Security should be seamless, automated & integrated into existing CI/CD pipelines. ? Devs won’t go out of their way to use security tools that slow them down. ? Solution: Use code-scanning tools, automated threat detection & secure coding standards to make security invisible yet effective. Security succeeds when developers see it as part of their work, not an extra burden. By understanding how devs work & integrating security naturally, we build stronger, more secure software without resistance. #DevSecOps #CyberSecurity #AppSec

Does your Cloud Native Storage allow public access by default? Is your organization's data exposed? Neuvik's Managing Director of Advanced Assessments, David Mayer, discovered that the answer to both questions is often yes. ? In fact, his research into the data exposed via public access to the cloud led to the discovery of:? ?? Credentials ?? Certificates ?? Admin guides, detailing default settings / configurations ?? Incident Response plans ?? System files ?? And more ? Read how he did it and how to protect your organization here: https://lnkd.in/gXaT4B8V ? #cloudsecurity #cloudsecurityassessment #cloudnativestorage #cloudaccess