Cybersecurity
ProdataKey and Turing AI Launch Cloud-Based Access Control and Video Surveillance Integrated Solution
ProdataKey and Turing AI announced a powerful integration that provides users with a seamless solution delivering the benefits of 100% cloud-based platform. Integrators can now offer customers a feature-rich, fully scalable video and access control system with low upfront costs, always-current software, embedded cybersecurity, and minimal support requirements from IT staff.
Cybertrust Japan Integrates Quantum-Computing-Hardened Private Keys from Quantinuum into New IoT Authentication Platform
Japan’s first commercial certificate authority incorporating Quantinuum’s Quantum Origin solution to strengthen security protections for IoT devices against current and future threats Quantinuum announced that Cybertrust Japan has integrated its Quantum Origin quantum-computing-hardened private keys into a new certificate issuance and distribution platform for IoT devices to ensure secure communications now and into the future. […]
New Genetec Research Shows Cybersecurity Remains a Top Concern for Physical Security Professionals Worldwide
As cybersecurity awareness month continues to be a focus of discussion in October, new research conducted by Genetec shows that cybersecurity remains a top concern for physical security professionals going into 2023. Based on insights from over 3,700 physical security leaders from around the world, the report revealed that almost half (49%) of the organizations surveyed had activated an improved cybersecurity strategy this year, and more than a third of all respondents (36%) are looking to invest in cybersecurity-related tools to improve their physical security environment in the next 12 months.
i-PRO Shares IoT Pillars of Cybersecurity for Cybersecurity Awareness Month
i-PRO to join with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Cyber and Infrastructure Security Agency (DHS CISA) to raise awareness around cybersecurity for NCSAM (National Cyber Security Awareness Month). The world has seen significant increases in cyber-attacks aimed at critical infrastructure and security products in the last few years, with IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things) devices such as security cameras, becoming prime targets for hackers. According to a Kaspersky analysis of its telemetry from honeypots shared with Threatpost, in first half of 2021 alone, there were over 1.5 billion IoT breaches.
NanoLock Combats Cyber Chaos with Commercial Availability of Device-Level Industrial Cybersecurity Suite
NanoLock Security announces their full suite of bespoke cybersecurity solutions for the industrial and manufacturing market. The first company to announce device-level protection solutions specifically for legacy and new industrial machinery and smart factory production lines, NanoLock’s industrial protection solutions has been in trials with customers in Europe and is now available worldwide. In the United States, NanoLock’s industrial solutions are available through World Wide Technology (WWT), a major American professional services integrator.
Blueshift Cybersecurity Launches Comprehensive Managed Cybersecurity Platform
Blueshift Cybersecurity™ announces the global launch of Blueshift XDR the first cybersecurity management service that provides efficient and cost-effective cybersecurity protection for SMB businesses and the defense industry. Blueshift XDR™ combines industry-unique detection and prevention capabilities with a dedicated 24/7/365 US-based security-operations center to deliver effective, comprehensive and affordable cybersecurity protection to organizations of all sizes.
HelpSystems Acquires PhishLabs to Continue Expansion of Cybersecurity Portfolio
HelpSystems announced today the acquisition of PhishLabs, a leading cyber threat intelligence company that protects organizations from attacks on their brands, employees, and digital assets. PhishLabs sources intelligence across the internet to find and mitigate digital risks. The team and solutions from PhishLabs will join HelpSystems’ growing cybersecurity portfolio and pair well with HelpSystems’ email security, vulnerability management, and data protection solutions.
DHS S&T Launches Series 3 of Virtual Whole-of-Government R&D Showcase
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) launched the third installment of the Virtual Whole-of-Government R&D Showcase. This unique four-part series highlights how S&T and its partners across government are mobilizing research and development (R&D) teams to reduce risks from natural and human-induced disasters; accelerating breakthrough discoveries; and helping the nation prepare against future threats and unknowns.
Cybersecurity Training Lags, While Hackers Capitalize on COVID-19
Ninety percent of companies faced an increase in cyber attacks due to the pandemic, according to a survey of 1,000 CXO’s conducted in June 2020. 93% of these CXO’s said they were forced to delay security projects in order to help manage their company’s transition to remote work. TalentLMS partnered with Kenna Security, an industry-leading penetration testing and vulnerability management firm, to survey 1,200 employees on their cybersecurity habits, knowledge of best practices, and ability to recognize security threats.
Hanwha Techwin America Appoints Mr. C.H. Ha as New President
Hanwha Techwin has appointed Mr. C.H. (Choong Hoon) Ha as the new president of Hanwha Techwin America. The company veteran succeeds Mr. KiChul Kim, who has been promoted to head of global sales and strategic marketing at Hanwha Techwin headquarters in Korea. In his new role, Mr. Ha will focus on several key business initiatives designed to strengthen Hanwha Techwin’s leadership in security and surveillance. These include expanding the company’s solutions offerings including next-level cybersecurity.
NICE Framework Adoption Drives 57% Increase in Cyber security Recruiting Satisfaction
Infosec released findings from its 2021 Cybersecurity Role & Career Path Clarity Study. The study surveyed over 370 cybersecurity leaders in the U.S. and Canada about resources used to structure cybersecurity job descriptions and development plans. It then compared responses to training investments, organizations’ abilities to fill open cybersecurity roles and sentiments toward resources like the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education Workforce Framework for Cybersecurity to provide insights on what drives cybersecurity talent management success.
Infosec Announces $120,000 in New Cybersecurity Education Scholarship Opportunities
Infosec announced $120,000 in new cybersecurity education scholarship opportunities to help veterans, students and underrepresented groups in security launch and advance their careers. Since its inception, the Infosec Accelerate Scholarship Program has awarded over $400,000 in educational opportunities for aspiring cybersecurity professionals. The Infosec Accelerate Scholarship Program was established in 2018 to encourage new talent to close the growing cybersecurity skills gap.
Genetec shares its top physical security trends predictions for 2021
Genetec shared its top five predictions for the physical security industry in 2021. Innovative security solutions will help businesses thrive post-pandemic. While the world remains optimistic for 2021, organizations will need to remain creative about how they use, update, and redeploy their security systems across their facilities. This will allow them to start thinking more broadly about the role of physical security and what it can do beyond traditional applications to deliver more value.
Genetec Shares Results of Survey on the State of the Physical Security Industry During Pandemic
Genetec shared the results of a state of the industry report based on insights from over 1,000 physical security leaders. The report looks at how the physical security industry is reacting to the threat of COVID-19, how security professionals are coping, and how day-to-day operations and plans are affected for the coming year. Not surprisingly, the survey reveals that COVID-19 has led to a focus on security efforts to ensure the safety of people and facilities.
Genetec Cites Unified Platform and Focus on Cybersecurity and Privacy as Core to its Recognition as the Worldwide Leader in Video Surveillance Software.
According to latest research from its video surveillance and analytics intelligence service Omdia, Genetec continues to build its position as the world’s number one developer of video surveillance software with a widening share of the market. Overall, Genetec grew at three times the pace of the market and demonstrated the fastest growth of all leading software companies across all geographies based on Omdia reported 2018 and 2019 data.
Synectics Awarded Critical-infrastructure Contract to Protect Vital Power Network
Responsible for maintaining an energy network that supplies over 3.9 million homes and businesses, the customer required a centralized system to guard against both physical and cyber threats at five key sites – each recognized as a national asset with corresponding levels of access clearance. The Synectics solution, driven by its Synergy 3 command and control platform, integrates third-party sensors, analytics, cameras, systems, personnel databases, and edge devices.
Top Global Bank Selects Verint to Provide Enterprise Solution for Fraud and Security Investigations
Verint announced one of the world’s largest banking organizations selected Verint as its new standard solution for enterprise fraud and security investigations. The selection resulted after a thorough analysis of technologies that best fit the bank’s fraud investigation, cybersecurity and deployment management requirements. The solution combines the powerful network video recorder with robust software for review and enterprise management.
Hanwha’s Top 5 Video Surveillance Trends for 2020
Hanwha Techwin announced its top five key trend predictions for the security industry in 2020. They include: AI End-to-End Security Solutions, Cybersecurity, Cloud-based Data Insights, Privacy Protection and Vertical Specialized Solutions. In 2020, Hanwha Techwin will introduce cloud-based solutions beginning with the Device Health Monitoring Cloud which will monitor and manage video surveillance devices in real-time. The company will also introduce Retail Insight Cloud designed to facilitate store management.
The New Security Landscape: Where Physical Security and Cybersecurity Converge
Nearly every industry has undergone some form of digital transformation, and security is no exception. More tech solutions hit the market every day and businesses are starting to see the importance of effectively combining their physical security and cybersecurity practices. The influx of IoT-enabled devices, coupled with an increase in cybercrime, has led businesses to take a hard look at preventative measures to protect their people, property and assets from threats.
PSA Announces New Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) Program
PSA announced its plans to launch a Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) program. The program is designed to help systems integrators diversify their service offerings and realize the full potential and benefits of a managed services business model. It will hinge on uniting industry-leading partners in cybersecurity and cloud-based security solutions, training and certification opportunities and financing options from PSA.