Sean McNee

Jun 13, 2024 | darkreading.com | Sean McNee

COMMENTARYIt appears that 2024 could be the year of the cybercrime takedown. The most high-profile takedown so far this year, LockBit, was an international news story that broke the back of the so-called "most harmful cybercrime group." This was followed up shortly by the takedown of ALPHV/BlackCat. However, for every takedown, there is an equivalent cybercrime "startup." Here's how such organizations emerge and function.

May 2, 2024 | healthcarebusinesstoday.com | Sean McNee

Artificial intelligence has dominated, and will continue to dominate, technology narratives throughout 2024, as organizations and industries look to capitalize on the opportunities which AI can present and respond to the threats it can create. The effects of AI will be keenly felt across cybersecurity teams, as threat actors make the most of new technologies to drive innovative attack methods, and potentially increase the speed, variety, and severity of cyberattacks.

Feb 29, 2024 | domaintools.com | Fatima Saladis |Anthony Johnson |Sean McNee

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, organizations face a constant barrage of cybersecurity threats. Vulnerabilities in software and hardware can be exploited by malicious actors, leading to data breaches, service disruptions, and financial losses. To combat these threats effectively, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has introduced a comprehensive Vulnerability Management Playbook.

Feb 27, 2024 | domaintools.com | Fatima Saladis |Anthony Johnson |Sean McNee

As referenced in our Federal Government Best Practices Guide, cybersecurity incidents are a persistent threat to government agencies and their contractors. Effective incident response (IR) is paramount to mitigate these threats, minimize damage, and ensure the continuity of operations. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has outlined a structured Incident Response Playbook to guide government entities through the complex process of handling cybersecurity incidents.

Oct 19, 2023 | domaintools.com | Fatima Saladis |Sean McNee

Phishing—a scourge of the modern Internet. We endure it so that we have all of the other benefits of being online, such as connecting with family and friends, accelerating business, and, of course, viewing cute cat pictures. Being forewarned is being forearmed. In this post for CISA’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we will review what phishing is as well as the underlying issue of social engineering, complete with additional examples throughout history.