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Varonis Returns to Black Hat Europe 2023: Prevent AI Data Exposure, Play Capture the Flag, and Strengthen Your DSPM

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Cloud, Microsoft, Black hat, Software as a service, ExCeL London, Capture the flag, CRM, Swag, CTF, Flag

NEW YORK and LONDON, Nov. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Varonis (Nasdaq: VRNS), a leader in data security, announced its return as a Gold Sponsor at Black Hat Europe 2023 , December 4 – 7 in London.

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  • NEW YORK and LONDON, Nov. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Varonis (Nasdaq: VRNS), a leader in data security, announced its return as a Gold Sponsor at Black Hat Europe 2023 , December 4 – 7 in London.
  • Varonis Highlights at Black Hat Europe 2023:
    Capture the Flag: Varonis will host the popular Capture the Flag challenge, with attendees vying to hack a misconfigured CRM.
  • Attend a Session: “Generative AI Security: Preventing Microsoft Copilot Data Exposure” takes the stage Thursday, December 7 at 12:55 p.m. in Business Hall Theater A.
  • Technical Director Matt Lock will guide you through how to prevent generative AI tools like Microsoft Copilot from creating and exposing your sensitive data.

Black Hat Europe 2023 Closes on Record-Breaking Event in London

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Technology, Mobile, Wireless, Security, Telecommunications, Software, Networks, Internet, Hardware, Data Management, NCSC, Network operations center, Black hat, Community, Black Hat Briefings, Partner, Information, Research, Mental health, ExCeL London, Hat, NOC, Organization, Environment

Black Hat , the cybersecurity industry’s most established and in-depth security event series, today announced the successful completion of the in-person component of Black Hat Europe 2023.

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  • Black Hat , the cybersecurity industry’s most established and in-depth security event series, today announced the successful completion of the in-person component of Black Hat Europe 2023.
  • Scholarships: As a way to introduce the next generation of security professionals to the Black Hat community, Black Hat Europe awarded 108 complimentary Briefings passes.
  • Each year, the hand-selected NOC team meets before Black Hat Europe to incorporate the latest infrastructure and security solutions into a workable network design.
  • Top Sponsors and Partners of Black Hat Europe 2023 include:
    For more information on Black Hat events, please visit https://www.blackhat.com .

OTORIO Researchers Uncover Critical Vulnerabilities in Building Security Systems

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Black hat, Research, TEL, Open, PACS, IP, Communication, Online shopping

TEL AVIV, Israel , Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- OTORIO, a leading cybersecurity company, recently revealed groundbreaking research on the security risks associated with modern Physical Access Control Systems (PACS), presented at Black Hat Europe 2023.

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  • Modern PACS designed to enhance building security inadvertently serve as entry points into internal IP networks.
  • TEL AVIV, Israel , Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- OTORIO , a leading cybersecurity company, recently revealed groundbreaking research on the security risks associated with modern Physical Access Control Systems (PACS), presented at Black Hat Europe 2023.
  • Bypassing the latest physical security access control systems, allowing unauthorized access to secure facilities.
  • This discovery raises concerns about the security of devices utilizing OSDP, highlighting the need for a comprehensive revaluation of building access control measures.

ZeroFox to Exhibit at Black Hat Middle East & Africa

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Monday, November 13, 2023
ZeroFox, Organization, Convention center, Black hat, Fraud, Brand protection, Conference, Kingdom, MEA

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ZeroFox (Nasdaq: ZFOX), a leading provider of external cybersecurity, will exhibit at Black Hat Middle East & Africa (MEA) , which runs from November 14-16, 2023 at the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center (RFECC) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

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  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ZeroFox (Nasdaq: ZFOX), a leading provider of external cybersecurity, will exhibit at Black Hat Middle East & Africa (MEA) , which runs from November 14-16, 2023 at the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center (RFECC) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
  • Launched in 2022, Black Hat MEA is the largest cybersecurity event in the region, expected to attract over 40,000 infosec professionals and 300 exhibitors and speakers.
  • Conference attendees can meet with ZeroFox representatives to discuss the company’s recent product innovations in external cybersecurity and brand protection at Stand #H4.F18.
  • More and more often, threat actors are hijacking already-established brands to deceive victims in various fraud, scam, and otherwise malicious campaigns.

Metomic Finds 40% of Google Drive Files Contain Sensitive Information, Putting Organizations at Risk of a Data Breach

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Mobile, Wireless, Technology, Human Resources, Security, Professional Services, Software, Small Business, Networks, Internet, Data Management, Risk, Google Workspace, Google Docs, Workspace, Consultant, Google Drive, Information, Black hat, Geographic Locator Codes, Google Sheets, Software as a service, Satellite navigation device

After scanning approximately 6.5 million Google Drive files, Metomic found 40.2% contained sensitive data that could put an organization at risk of a data breach or cybersecurity attack.

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  • After scanning approximately 6.5 million Google Drive files, Metomic found 40.2% contained sensitive data that could put an organization at risk of a data breach or cybersecurity attack.
  • Among the files identified as containing sensitive information—including confidential employee contracts and spreadsheets full of passwords—18,000 files were flagged as “Critical Level” data files, meaning the information contained “Highly Sensitive” data or the file permissions were not applied securely.
  • The best way to prevent a data breach is to protect your business’ vulnerable data so that it does not end up in the wrong hands.
  • Download the full report at: The Risks of Storing Sensitive Data in Google Drive .

Mitsubishi Electric Develops World’s First Penetration-test Support Tool that Generates Attack Scenarios from Hacker Perspectives

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Engineering, Security, Technology, Manufacturing, Software, Networks, Risk, Yaskawa Electric Corporation, Theft, Mitsubishi Electric, Black hat

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (TOKYO: 6503) announced today that it has developed the world's first penetration-test support tool, CATSploit, which automatically generates attack scenarios based on the test objectives of a penetration tester, such as the theft of confidential information, to evaluate the effectiveness of test attacks.

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  • Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (TOKYO: 6503) announced today that it has developed the world's first penetration-test support tool, CATSploit, which automatically generates attack scenarios based on the test objectives of a penetration tester, such as the theft of confidential information, to evaluate the effectiveness of test attacks.
  • Using the attack scenarios and resulting test results (scores), even inexperienced security engineers can easily perform penetration tests.
  • The need to implement security measures in such systems has become urgent.
  • Mitsubishi Electric, by focusing on the factors that white-hat hackers consider when selecting their attack vectors, has now developed a penetration-test support tool that generates lists of possible attack scenarios and their effectiveness (expressed as numerical scores).

Wallarm Reveals Current Threats to API Security, Move to 100% Channel Strategy and New API Attack Management Solution at Black Hat Europe 2023

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Data Management, Security, Apps, Applications, Technology, Software, Networks, Internet, Cloud, Research, Organization, Black hat, BLACK, Marketing, API, HAT, Azure, Amazon Web Services, Growth, ExCeL London, Google Cloud, Microsoft, Injection, Online shopping

BLACK HAT EUROPE 2023 – Wallarm , the integrated app and API security company, today announced its upcoming appearance at Black Hat Europe 2023 , the Dec. 4 to Dec. 7 conference that provides the latest in research, development and trends in information security.

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  • BLACK HAT EUROPE 2023 – Wallarm , the integrated app and API security company, today announced its upcoming appearance at Black Hat Europe 2023 , the Dec. 4 to Dec. 7 conference that provides the latest in research, development and trends in information security.
  • Additionally, Wallarm is discussing its new 100% channel strategy and launching a new API Attack Surface Management solution during Black Hat Europe.
  • Wallarm’s Black Hat appearance comes as interest in API security solutions grows in Europe, with the Europe API security market expected to witness market growth of 31.5% CAGR during the forecast period (2023-2030).
  • As part of the API Attack Surface Management launch, Wallarm is introducing its API Leak Detection capability, which identifies leaked secrets — essential amid the growing concern of API data leaks.

D3 Security Announces Participation in Black Hat Europe 2023

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Monday, December 4, 2023
Apps, Applications, Mobile, Wireless, Online Privacy, Technology, Security, Telecommunications, Software, Networks, Internet, Data Management, Socs, ExCeL London, Automation, Research, SOAR, Black hat, MSSP

D3 Security, the leader in smart security orchestration, automation, and response (SOAR) , today announced its participation as a Silver Sponsor at Black Hat Europe 2023.

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  • D3 Security, the leader in smart security orchestration, automation, and response (SOAR) , today announced its participation as a Silver Sponsor at Black Hat Europe 2023.
  • The D3 Security team will be at booth 232, demonstrating their cutting-edge Smart SOAR platform that integrates seamlessly with best-in-class security tools to provide a comprehensive, automated response to threats.
  • “D3’s presence at Black Hat Europe 2023 is a reflection of our larger commitment to addressing the complex security challenges of European companies,” said Amardeep Dhingra, Director of Strategic Alliances at D3 Security.
  • For more information about D3 Security's presence at Black Hat Europe 2023 and to book a meeting with their team, please visit info.d3security.com/upcoming-events .

CyberArrow and Mobily Announced a Strategic Partnership for CyberArrow’s AI-Powered GRC at Black Hat 2023

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Thursday, November 23, 2023
Software, Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Security, Black, Mobily, Organization, Black hat, Risk, Artificial intelligence, Multimedia, Strategic partnership, GRC, Partnership, AI, Kingdom, Arms industry, Medical device

In a groundbreaking collaboration, Mobily, one of the largest telecom companies in Saudi Arabia, and CyberArrow , a leading UAE-based Compliance Automation Platform and Cyber Security Awareness Platform provider, proudly announced their strategic partnership at Black Hat 2023.

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  • In a groundbreaking collaboration, Mobily, one of the largest telecom companies in Saudi Arabia, and CyberArrow , a leading UAE-based Compliance Automation Platform and Cyber Security Awareness Platform provider, proudly announced their strategic partnership at Black Hat 2023.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231123032872/en/
    CyberArrow and Mobily Announced a Strategic Partnership for CyberArrow’s AI-Powered GRC at Black Hat 2023 (Photo: Business Wire)
    The announcement cements Mobily as a strategic partner using CyberArrow's AI-Powered GRC to boost cybersecurity compliance in the region.
  • CyberArrow's latest AI GRC was featured at the center of Black Hat 2023.
  • The strategic partnership between CyberArrow and Mobily is a dynamic collaboration aimed at reshaping the landscape of cyber security and compliance in Saudi Arabia.

FireTail Advisory Board Expands With Cybersecurity Luminaries Mikko Hypponen and Sounil Yu

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
Data Management, Security, Technology, Software, Networks, Internet, Datadog, Internet of things, Organization, Bank, Entrepreneurship, TED, Black hat, Risk, Vulnerable, PC World, RSA, Foreign, 2010–11 B Group, API, PC, SXSW, CMO, DEFCON, TLM, DIE, ChatGPT, Growth, CISO, Woven fabric, Bank of America, Devo, Global Thinkers Forum, AWS, Management, Expulsion

FireTail Inc. , a disruptor in API security, is pleased to welcome two new additions to the company’s advisory board: Mikko Hypponen and Sounil Yu .

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  • FireTail Inc. , a disruptor in API security, is pleased to welcome two new additions to the company’s advisory board: Mikko Hypponen and Sounil Yu .
  • We are incredibly grateful for the commitment of Mikko and Sounil to support FireTail as advisors and join our mission to secure the world’s APIs,” says Jeremy Snyder, CEO and Co-Founder of FireTail.
  • Hypponen is a cybersecurity expert, speaker and author and currently the Chief Research Officer at WithSecure.
  • As part of the advisory board, I look forward to collaborating with the talented team at FireTail, contributing my expertise, and helping shape the future of API security.