The Waypoint: March 2025 Edition
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We help organizations make smarter cybersecurity decisions that minimize risk.
The March edition of The Waypoint explores into key cybersecurity trends set to shape the coming months. It offers practical ransomware response strategies and insights into strengthening your organization's cybersecurity. These timely topics are more critical than ever in today’s evolving digital landscape.
ROADMAP
How to Effectively Implement Privileged Access Management (PAM)
Data breaches most often target admin-level accounts—accounts that always have the access necessary to exfil sensitive data or enact system changes. That’s where Privileged Access Management (PAM) comes in. In our latest ebook, discover insights from James Hauswirth, Principal Security Consultant, GuidePoint Security, as he shares his expertise in assisting customers with Privileged Access Management (PAM) deployments.
To learn how you can enhance your PAM strategy, download the ebook now.
Assessing Cyber Risk and Building a Meaningful Security Roadmap
Cyber risk assessments are essential for strengthening your organization’s cybersecurity strategy. They help identify potential future risks, evaluate how your current systems would respond, and enable you to adopt the most effective risk mitigation measures with a proactive approach.
When conducted thoroughly, these assessments drive impactful change and support strategic planning. Regular monitoring paired with annual assessments empower organizations to stay ahead of threats and make informed decisions to safeguard their systems.
Read this paper to learn how cyber risk assessments can address existing risks and create a roadmap for continuous improvement.
The Latest Insights and Analysis
On December 27, 2024, the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to update the HIPAA Security Rule. These changes address modern cybersecurity threats and align with frameworks like NIST.
Need help navigating these updates? GuidePoint Security offers HIPAA gap assessments, OCR-compliant risk assessments, and advisory services to get you ready.
As organizations grow, so does their infrastructure—often without a solid foundation to support it. At GuidePoint Security, we often work with customers either building that foundation or untangling a disorganized environment. Key problem areas we see include multi-account management, Identity and Access Management, and networking. As with most AWS challenges, there are many ways to address these issues, with solutions varying based on specific use cases. Learn more about how to better understand your AWS infrastructure in our latest blog.
Ransomware threats are evolving, with top groups refining tactics to increase impact. Understanding their operations is key for staying ahead. By analyzing techniques and strategies, organizations can better anticipate attacks and strengthen defenses. In this blog, we explore the rise of RansomHub, LockBit's shifting strategy, and Play's targeted operations. We’ll also review cases of Qilin and BlackSuit to share lessons for security teams.
In 2024, over 39,000 vulnerabilities were disclosed, highlighting the industry's focus on transparency but creating challenges for security teams in prioritizing risks. A troubling trend also emerged—older vulnerabilities remained a key target, alongside a rise in social engineering tactics. In this blog, we’ll explore these trends and offer tips to strengthen your vulnerability management strategy.
THE SECURITY FRONTIER: WHERE TO FIND US
GPSEC is our premier 1-day security conference that brings together business executives, security professionals, consultants and innovative vendors in an intimate and interactive format. More than 10 GPSECs are planned for 2025 across the country.
See when and where a GPSEC will be in your area!
GPSEC Raleigh, NC | March 7?
GPSEC Boston, MA | March 20 | Gillette Stadium
GPSEC Tysons, VA | April 3
GPSEC New York, NY | April 22
GPSEC Chicago, IL | April 24
New York, NY | March 26 | Register Here
Hit the road for upcoming IAM Roadshows in Indiana and Ohio. Bring your questions, comments and join the discussion on the opportunities and challenges of modern Identity Security Programs.
Contact your GuidePoint Security representative for more information and to get registered.
Columbus, OH | March 13 | 11:00am – 2:00pm ET
Fishers, IN | March 26 | 6:00 – 9:00pm ET
[Podcast] “Hacking the Commodification of Cyber Crime” on Super Cyber Friday by CISO Series
Jason Baker, Principal Threat Intelligence Consultant will be appearing on the Super Cyber Friday podcast on March 7 when he joins David Spark, host and the producer of CISO Series for an hour of critical thinking about how your security program changes when the entry barrier goes away.
Register today for this lively and informative session... and bring your "best bad idea" to share!
R.S.V.P. [LIVE + ON-DEMAND TALKS]
3-11-25 | 12:00pm ET
AI is transforming cybersecurity, but without strong governance, it introduces risks to compliance, privacy, and security. Are you prepared?
Join Gary Brickhouse, CISO, and experts from GuidePoint Security to discuss responsible AI governance. Learn how to ensure AI systems are fair, secure, and compliant.
This session is for security professionals, IT leaders, and executives looking for practical guidance on AI governance.
[on-demand] Identity Platform Convergence & the Future of Access Controls
Identity Platform Convergence (CIP) transforms how organizations manage access controls and protect against cyber threats. Learn how a unified approach to identity governance, administration, and privileged access can strengthen security across on-prem, hybrid and cloud environments.
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