By: Derek Odiorne As we move deeper into 2024, the cybersecurity landscape is increasingly shaped by advances in artificial intelligence (AI). Cybercriminals are leveraging AI to launch more sophisticated and effective attacks, with two areas seeing particularly rapid evolution: AI-enhanced phishing and deepfake technology. These threats are...
By: Derek Odiorne Incident Response Planning for Food and Beverage Companies In the fast-paced world of food and beverage production, every minute counts. From supply chain management to production line efficiency, companies in this industry are constantly focused on delivering quality products quickly and safely. However, amid this hustle, there...
By: Derek Odiorne In today's integrated world, the food and beverage industry faces unique challenges as it navigates the intersection of food safety and cybersecurity. As digital technologies become integral to food production, processing, and distribution, the potential for cyber threats to impact food safety grows. This blog explores how cyber...
By: Derek Odiorne The food and beverage industry, like many other sectors, is increasingly relying on digital technology to improve operations, manage supply chains, and enhance customer experiences. However, this digital transformation also introduces new cybersecurity risks. Leveraging AI and machine learning (ML) for enhanced cybersecurity can...
In the realm of cybersecurity, two critical methodologies stand out for evaluating an organization's defenses: Penetration Testing and Red Team Assessments. While they might seem similar at a glance, their objectives, scope, and execution differ significantly. Understanding these differences is crucial for organizations aiming to bolster their...
In the world of cybersecurity, two terms often cause confusion: vulnerability assessment and penetration testing. While both are crucial components of a robust security strategy, they serve different purposes and involve distinct processes. Let’s dive into the differences and understand why both are necessary for maintaining a secure environment.
By: Derek Odiorne Overview of CVE-2024-6387: The regreSSHion vulnerability, identified as CVE-2024-6387, is a critical remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability affecting OpenSSH servers on glibc-based Linux systems. This vulnerability arises from a signal handler race condition in the sshd server, allowing unauthenticated attackers to execute...
By: Derek Odiorne Introduction: As a leading cybersecurity consulting firm, iFlock Security Consulting is committed to navigating and understanding the regulatory landscape that affects our clients' security and privacy needs. The recent Supreme Court decision to overturn the Chevron Deference doctrine has significant implications for the...
By: Derek Odiorne In today's digital age, cyber threats are more prevalent and sophisticated than ever before. One of the most insidious forms of cyberattacks is Business Email Compromise (BEC). Recent data reveals a startling rise in BEC attacks, highlighting the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures.
Recently, Crown Equipment confirmed a cyberattack that disrupted manufacturing operations across its plants. As one of the largest forklift manufacturers globally, this incident highlights the vulnerabilities even well-established companies face.Too often, we hear companies dismiss cybersecurity concerns with statements like, “I think our IT...