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20 Aug 2024

From Code to Crisis: Why Zero Trust is the Future of Software Development

A single software update from CrowdStrike recently disrupted 24,000 companies worldwide, causing flight cancellations, surgery delays, and financial chaos. This blog dives into the dire consequences of compromised software supply chains and why a Zero-Trust approach is vital for protecting our digital future. Don't miss this essential read on securing technology against both errors and cyber threats.

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Ciaran Owens
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06 Aug 2024

The Impact of Faulty Patches: A Guide to Secure Software Strategies

The significant Microsoft outage on July 19th, triggered by a CrowdStrike update, serves as a stark reminder of the critical importance of quality assurance and secure software development. Affecting millions, this incident highlights the need for robust security strategies, effective coding practices, and diligent implementation. Learn how secure development environments, reliable code, and skilled personnel play a crucial role in preventing such disruptions. Explore essential frameworks like NIST and OWASP to ensure your software is secure by design.

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Adam Bieniasz
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31 Jul 2024

Blue Screens and Supply Chain Assurance

This blog examines the Crowdstrike code issue that led to widespread blue screen errors on Microsoft Windows systems, impacting various industries. It explains the technical details of the incident and discusses the challenges of securing supply chains, emphasising the importance of visibility, risk management, and robust incident response.

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Justin Dymond
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22 Jul 2024

The Hidden Perils of Shadow IT: Safeguarding National Infrastructure

Unlock the secrets to protecting your organisation from the hidden threats of Shadow IT. Discover why employees resort to unauthorised tools, the risks they pose, and effective strategies to mitigate these dangers. Learn how education, robust policies, and collaborative environments can safeguard critical national infrastructure. Dive into real-world examples and expert advice from Nexor to enhance your cybersecurity and maintain the integrity of your IT systems. Read more to secure your organisation against the unseen perils of Shadow IT.

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Chris Crowther
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17 Jul 2024

What is a Data Diode and how does it work?

Discover how data diodes, essential hardware for ensuring one-way data flow, protect sensitive information from cyber threats and unauthorized access. Widely used in government, military, and critical infrastructure, data diodes provide robust security measures. Read on to learn more about their critical role in safeguarding your data.

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Peter Austin
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19 Jun 2024

Ensuring Your Products are on a Supported Red Hat Enterprise Linux: A Crucial Step for Security and Compliance

As RHEL 6 reaches its End of Life on June 30th 2024, ensure your systems are updated to supported versions to avoid security vulnerabilities and compliance issues. Discover how Nexor can help you transition smoothly to a supported RHEL, maintaining robust security and operational integrity.

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Nexor
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11 Jun 2024

Simplifying your Zero Trust Journey

Discover how to simplify your Zero Trust journey by focusing on Asset State Management, a critical yet often overlooked component. Learn how integrating CMDB with SIEM through a shared data lake can transform your security infrastructure, enabling real-time updates, hyper-granular asset management, and seamless implementation of Policy as Code. Overcome common blockers and operationalize Zero Trust effortlessly.

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Gabriel Severi

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