Ahoy there, fellow cyber sailors! As we set sail into the turbulent seas of yet another chapter, let’s navigate a topic that’s as thrilling as finding an old map in your attic – Vulnerability Scanning. Yes, you heard it right, we’re going on a treasure hunt, but instead of gold, we’re after something far more…
Author: Jason Alexander
Remote Access Tools: A Friend and Enemy in the Digital Kingdom
Gather round, weary digital warriors, as your perpetually disgruntled CISO spins yet another yarn in today’s issue of Confessions of a Grumpy CISO. Today’s saga? The double-edged sword known as Remote Access Tools (RATs). Picture a castle in the digital realm, its ramparts towering, its gates impenetrable. And there, standing watchful guard, are our RATs,…
The Swan Song of Antivirus
Gather round, my fellow cyber sentinels, as I, your ever-grumbling CISO, recount the tale of a bygone hero. One of our best soldiers from the past. Picture this: a fortress with walls unbreached, a moat unforded, and a single, solitary knight who kept watch over all of us. This was Antivirus (AV), the once undisputed…
The Unsung Heroes in My Digital Moat – Firewalls
Good afternoon, my Grumpy CISO followers! As I sit here writing this, sipping on my cup of coffee, thinking about the information security news of the week, I’m reminded of the silent sentinels that stand guard over our networks. These vigilant veterans are often overlooked and underappreciated, much like the grumpy old knights of cyber…
Mastering Email Protection in the CISO’s Arsenal
In the world of cybersecurity, a grumpy CISO is well-acquainted with the relentless onslaught of threats. Each day brings new challenges, and it often feels like a never-ending game of digital defense. With the continuous evolution of cyberattacks, one can’t help but wonder: “What’s next?” While the battle rages on multiple fronts, the realm of…