Why (and When) You Need Computer Forensics

by John Verry | May 26, 2020 | InfoSec Strategies

Reading Time: 4 minutes The word forensics usually makes us think of homicide… but it applies to computers, too. Understanding the need for computer forensics and occasions where it supports you during litigation is a must for anyone who wants to stay...

The Difference between Threat Data and Threat Intelligence—and Why It Matters

by Richard Barrus | May 25, 2020 | InfoSec Strategies

Reading Time: 2 minutes There’s a lot of buzz about threat intelligence and threat hunting these days. But beyond the hype, what intelligence are organizations actually getting about cyber threats? How can you know true threat intelligence when you see it?...

Why Your SIEM Tool Needs to Monitor Cloud Environments… or Else

by Richard Barrus | May 22, 2020 | InfoSec Strategies

Reading Time: 3 minutes To share key considerations and best practices for SIEM adoption, a recent episode of The Virtual CISO Podcast from Pivot Point Security featured Danielle Russell, Director of Product Marketing Management at AT&T Cybersecurity, a...

The #1 Most Important Feature of a Security Information Management Solution for SMBs

by Richard Barrus | May 21, 2020 | InfoSec Strategies

Reading Time: 2 minutes The goal of Security Information Event Management (SIEM) is to reduce risk to sensitive data behind the firewall and minimize breach impacts by shortening the threat detection window and data breach lifecycle—which currently averages...

SIEM, a SOC, an MSSP… Choosing Correctly is Crucial for every SMB

by Richard Barrus | May 20, 2020 | InfoSec Strategies

Reading Time: 2 minutes The coronavirus scenario is fueling an already hot trend in Security Information & Event Management (SIEM) tool deployment among SMBs. SIEM is a relatively broad and mature technology category with a plethora of options. If...