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Praeryx publishes insightful articles on cyber threat intelligence, cyber security, emerging trends, analysis of recent news, editorials on various topics, thought leadership, and much more.

Cyber Threat Intelligence and the Illusion of Security

Cyber Threat Intelligence

Over-reliance on cyber threat intelligence creates a false sense of security, like navigating with only a single star. True security requires adaptability, resilience, and a holistic approach, blending foresight with flexibility to weather the unpredictable storms of the digital age.

Dispelling the Myths: Dark Truths of Adversary Attribution

Cyber Threat Intelligence

Attribution in cyber warfare is not just about identifying the attacker; it is about navigating a labyrinth of deception where truth and illusion blur. Can we ever be certain, or are we merely chasing shadows in a realm where knowledge is as elusive as the adversaries themselves?

What The Wire and Breaking Bad Expose About Cyber Threat Intelligence

Cyber Threat Intelligence

Explore how the complex, systemic world of The Wire and the intense, focused drama of Breaking Bad uncover the deeper truths of cyber threat intelligence. Discover the unexpected parallels revealing the true nature of cyber defense in an increasingly digital battlefield.

The Brutal Truth: Purging Your Team Proves You Are Not Fit to Lead

Leadership

Insecure leaders often make the mistake of removing team members who question their authority, mistaking fear for loyalty. This approach not only weakens the team but reveals a fundamental flaw in their leadership. True leaders empower and inspire, creating strength through diversity and trust.

Decoding the Hidden Layers of Cyber Threats

Thought Leadership

The complex nature of cyber threats and the challenges of attribution demand a deeper understanding of intent, identity, and truth in cyberspace, calling for adaptive, ethical approaches to navigate the uncertainties of the digital battlefield.

Unveiling the Abyss: Inside the Dark Web's Hidden Threats

Deep & Dark Web

In the Dark Web's depths, Nation State and eCrime actors forge global threats. CTI experts strive to pierce this shadowy world, but the most dangerous adversaries leave no trace. The challenge is not just navigating the darkness but redefining what it means to truly secure the digital world.

Dark Patterns: The Hidden Cyber Threat Manipulating Users

Cyber Security

Dark patterns, once the domain of shady marketing, are now a potent tool for eCrime adversaries. These deceptive UI/UX tactics manipulate users into risky actions, posing a serious threat to cyber security. As SaaS grows, so does the danger, and this emerging threat demands immediate attention.

Why Some Leaders Soar While Others Crash

Leadership

Leadership is the critical force drawing the line between triumph and disaster. While flawless execution is essential, it is the prowess of an effective leader enabling teams to surmount insurmountable obstacles, and steer their proverbial ships towards rare and extraordinary successes.

The Unrelenting Menace of Ransomware-as-a-Service

Cyber Crime

Ransomware, once sporadic, has become a formidable force. In the past five years, ransomware attacks have evolved rapidly. The most significant shift is the rise of Ransomware-as-a-Service, a menace reshaping the eCrime landscape and making sophisticated attacks accessible to all criminals.

Insider Threat: Sinister Saboteurs Silently Shattering Your Survival

Cyber Security

In today's volatile cyber security landscape, threats multiply at a dizzying pace, with new exploits emerging almost daily. Yet none compare to the peril of the insider threat. Whether driven by malicious intent or innocent mistakes, insiders pose an escalating danger.

Are Supply Chain Attacks the Achilles Heel of Cyber Security?

Cyber Security

Supply chains have become both a lifeline and a vulnerability. Adversaries have identified these interconnected systems as prime targets, exploiting weaknesses to launch devastating attacks. The urgency to understand and defend against these insidious threats has never been more critical.

What are Living off the Land Techniques?

Education

The use of Living off the Land (LOTL) techniques, also known as fileless malware and LOLBins, has surged in popularity over the past six years. According to CrowdStrike, 75% of attacks in 2023 were executed using LOTL methods. But what exactly is this approach, and why is it so perilous?

Thwarting the Treacherous Tide of Nation State Cyber Espionage

Nation State

An invisible, relentless war is waged daily and most people are none the wiser. Nation State perpetrated cyber espionage operations, a covert yet formidable threat, regularly compromises critical infrastructure, stealing invaluable intellectual property, and endangering national security.

Record-Breaking $75 Million Ransomware Payment is Insanity

News Bites

In a chilling demonstration of the escalating stakes in cyber crime, the Dark Angels eCrime group has allegedly received a record-breaking US$75 million ransom payment from a Fortune 50 company. This payment surpasses the previous high of US$40 million paid by CNA after an attack by INDRIK SPIDER.

Chilling Cyber Crime Chaos of Generative AI

Cyber Crime

The dark world of cyber crime is evolving. eCrime adversaries are leveraging generative AI to enhance their social engineering tactics. This advanced technology allows threat actors to create highly personalized and convincing lures, making traditional security measures nearly obsolete.

The Historical Evolution of Ransomware

Cyber Crime

In the murky, shadowy, and treacherous world of cyber crime, ransomware stands as the most pervasive and destructive threat. Its evolution over just the past 5 years, much less the past decade, has been nothing short of alarming.

How to Conduct Adversary Profiling

Cyber Threat Intelligence

In today’s volatile cyber security threat landscape, adversary profiling stands as a critical component for an organization's defense strategy. Understanding adversary tradecraft enables organizations to anticipate threats, fortify defenses, and mitigate potential damage.

Is North Korea's SILENT CHOLLIMA Pivoting to Ransomware Attacks?

Adversaries

North Korea’s SILENT CHOLLIMA is a formidable Nation State threat actor operating on behalf of the Kim Jong Un regime in North Korea. According to Mandiant the adversary appears to be increasingly pivoting towards ransomware attacks to generate revenue.

KnowBe4 Hires North Korean Threat Actor, Promptly Detects Shady Activity

News Bites

KnowBe4, a U.S.-based cyber security firm, inadvertently hired a North Korean cyber threat actor posing as a Principal Software Engineer. The infiltrator aimed to deploy an infostealer on company assets but the sketchy activity was rapidly detected before any data compromise.

Top Five Security Best Practices in 2024

Cyber Security

Organizations must adopt stringent cyber security measures to protect their mission critical assets, and ensure business continuity. Here are the top five best practices every enterprise must implement to adequately defend against these relentless threats.

Rising Threat of Information Stealer Malware

Malware

Commodity information stealer malware has emerged as an urgent threat, wreaking havoc across the globe. This malicious software is not just another nuisance; it is a relentless predator infiltrating endpoints, siphoning off sensitive data, and peddling it on the dark web with alarming efficiency.

UK Arrests Alleged Scattered Spider Member Linked to MGM Attack

News Bites

In a potentially significant breakthrough and marking a pivotal step in the ongoing battle against sophisticated cyber threats, UK authorities have arrested a 17-year-old alleged SCATTERED SPIDER member suspected of orchestrating the high-profile 2023 ransomware attack on MGM Resorts.

Dark Web Monitoring is One Wicked Weapon Worth Wielding

Deep & Dark Web

In today's interconnected world, technology evolves at an astounding pace, bringing with it unparalleled opportunities and significant risks. There exists a shadowy, thriving underworld known as the dark web, where criminals are selling stolen goods and nefarious services.

Cyber Threat Intelligence vs Dark Web Monitoring

Cyber Threat Intelligence

A sophisticated Cyber Threat Intelligence strategy, enhanced by deep and dark web insights, is vital for preemptively combating cyber threats as digital transformation accelerates this increasingly interconnected world.

Beyond the Grid: Death-by-Spreadsheets

Leadership

I appreciate the utility of a well-crafted spreadsheet as much as anyone, provided it delivers real value. However, the reality is not all spreadsheets are equal. Many corporate-mandated spreadsheets are merely disguises for poor management practices. Let me elaborate...

Understanding Cyber Adversaries is a Critical Necessity

Adversaries

In the ever-evolving landscape of cyber security, the imperative to understand adversaries is crucial now more than ever. Threat actors, driven by a myriad of motivations such as espionage, disruption, financial gain, and activism, pose significant risks to organizations worldwide.

Mastering the Global Security Market with Local Insights

Thought Leadership

In an age where cyber threats know no borders, the role of American cyber security vendors on the global stage has never been more critical. American security vendors are the vanguard of the battlefield, but can they speak for the entire global economy?

Cyber Threat Intelligence is an Imperative

Cyber Threat Intelligence

Why is Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) an integral component of a stout cyber security defense strategy? This is part one of a multi-part series of posts answering this quite vexing question.

Why is Cyber Threat Intelligence Valuable?

Cyber Threat Intelligence

If your organization is not leveraging cyber threat intelligence (CTI), it is exposing itself to heightened and unnecessary risks. CTI is a critical element of a robust organizational cyber security strategy, more essential now than ever before.