Successful mitigation of today’s security threats requires an approach that is both on the offensive and on the defensive. Here, we give our take on how to approach and handle specific security challenges, as well as our reaction to some of the latest industry topics.
09.18.24DENVER – Sept. 18, 2024 – DirectDefense, a leading information security services company, today announced the appointment of two new executives to the leadership team. Varun Dhingra joins as Senior Vice President of Services Product Management and Melissa Cox was hired as Senior Director of Operations. These new roles will accelerate growth, drive service innovation,… Read more »
09.16.24MSSPs now serve both large enterprises and smaller businesses, facing rising customer expectations amid rapid industry growth. Charly Bun, Senior Director at DirectDefense, will address how MSSPs can refine strategies to adapt at MSSP Alert Live, October 14-16, 2024, in Austin, Texas. Learn more about what his session will cover on Channel E2E.
08.29.24DirectDefense is thrilled to be named one of four finalize in the 2024 SC Awards for Beset Managed Security Service. Learn more about the finalists on SC Media.
08.28.24Threat actors increasingly target multi-factor authentication (MFA) using advanced techniques like MFA fatigue, SIM swapping, and generative AI to enhance phishing. Jim Broome stresses the need for organizations to audit MFA solutions regularly, addressing process and technology vulnerabilities to stay ahead of these evolving threats. Watch the interview on CISO Series.
08.13.24NEW YORK, August 13, 2024 – Inc. revealed today that DirectDefense ranks No. 3924 on the 2024 Inc. 5000, its annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The prestigious ranking provides a data-driven look at the most successful companies within the economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent, entrepreneurial businesses. Microsoft, Meta, Chobani, Under Armour,… Read more »
08.11.24A firewall serves as a key defensive mechanism for OT networks, monitoring, blocking, and alerting against threats while enabling necessary data flow. However, encrypted traffic often bypasses its inspection capabilities, revealing its limitations. This is why firewalls alone are insufficient and not the best defense for protecting critical OT environments. Learn the role of network… Read more »
08.05.24DENVER – August 5, 2024 – DirectDefense, a leading information security services company, announced today that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has ranked DirectDefense on its 2024 Fast Growth 150 list at #76. This is the second year in the row DirectDefense ranks on this list. With this list, CRN recognizes the fastest-growing… Read more »
07.30.24July marks Ransomware Awareness Month. Jim Broome, president and CTO of DirectDefense, offers insight into what businesses can do to help protect and defend against ransomware threats in VMblog’s annual industry expert roundup. Read more the article on VMblog.
07.25.24Our critical systems can be protected from looming threats by embracing a proactive approach, investing in education, and fostering collaboration between IT and OT professionals. Read what CSO Chris Walcutt says needs improvement in this space in Dark Reading.
07.24.24We recently released a threat report, offering insights on managed services, threat hunting, and customer requirements. But intelligence only goes so far, organizations can best benefit from tailored alerts based on their needs, argues Jim Broome, president and CTO. Listen to the interview on CISO Series.
