Dark Reading Weekly -- October 10, 2019

7 Considerations Before Adopting Security Standards

Here's what to think through as you prepare your organization for standards compliance.

Security Tool Sprawl Reaches Tipping Point

How a new open source initiative for interoperable security tools and a wave of consolidation could finally provide some relief for overwhelmed security analysts and SOCs.

Lack of Role Models, Burnout & Pay Disparity Hold Women Back

New ISACA data emphasizes a gap between men and women who share their opinions on underrepresentation of women and equal pay in the tech industry.

Microsoft Issues 9 Critical Security Patches

None of the total 59 patches were for previously known vulnerabilities nor are any under active attack, Microsoft reports.

NSA Issues Advisory on VPN Vulnerability Trio

Vulnerabilities with Pulse Secure, Fortinet, and Palo Alto Networks VPNs are called out in the advisory.

How the Software-Defined Perimeter Is Redefining Access Control

In a world where traditional network boundaries no longer exist, VPNs are showing their age.

A Realistic Threat Model for the Masses

For many people, overly restrictive advice about passwords and other security practices is doing more harm than good. Here's why.

6 Active Directory Security Tips for Your Poor, Neglected AD

The unappreciated core of your enterprise IT network needs your security team's TLC. Here are a few ways to give Active Directory the security love it needs.

Rethinking Cybersecurity Hiring: Dumping Resumes & Other 'Garbage'

In a market that favors the job seeker, what are some alternatives to resume-sifting that will identify the talent you need?

8 Ways Businesses Unknowingly Help Hackers

From lengthy email signatures to employees' social media posts, we look at the many ways organizations make it easier for attackers to break in.

EDITORS' CHOICE

Most US Presidential Campaign Websites Offer Little Privacy Protection

New audit finds that privacy policies on 70% of the sites have no limits on data sharing.

Beyond the Horde: The Uptick in Targeted Attacks (And How to Fight Back)

We're seeing a dramatic rise in targeted attacks, but following these guidelines can help your enterprise stay safe.

NEW FROM THE EDGE

Can the Girl Scouts Save the Moon from Cyberattack?

The Girl Scouts Cyber Challenge event, later this month, pledges to give middle and high-school girls a realistic, and fun, look at cybersecurity careers.

7 Threats & Disruptive Forces Changing the Face of Cybersecurity