Inspired by MI5, Darktrace Antigena defensive cyber learns and corrects system weaknesses via AI - also the perfect tool for malware. One of the more alarming outcomes of the black hat arts is the evolution of cyber breaches that use cognitive computing techniques to “learn” about a potential victim’s network or personal interests and to make modifications that will leverage … [Read more...]
Antiquated Box: Endpoint Attacks Flank Gemalto Ethernet Encryptor
The ability to hack into ethernet fiber cables via evanescent couplers has been a proven interception capability for 10 years at least. In response, the Gemalto Ethernet Encryptor product line offers end-to-end encryption that thwarts a coupler from hacking ethernet in mid-stream. One minor caveat for potential buyers, which often include financial instituions and government … [Read more...]
Blue Coat ProxySG Man-in-the-Middle Attack Still Beats SSL
Blue Coat ProxySG and Encrypted Tap remain a vital tool for complete visibility into encrypted traffic. Earlier this summer we reviewed Symantec's acquisition of Blue Coat, wherein long-struggling Symantec set out to improve its position in the cybersecurity market by absorbing a true giant -- and even making Blue Coat's CEO top dog. This was actually a smart move by … [Read more...]
Fifth Dimension: Deep Learning for True Pre-Crime Prevention
When ISS World Americas 2016 opens, attendees have an opportunity to see a solution far beyond the usual run-of-the-mill malware, lawful intercept, packet capture and analytics ware on display: Fifth Dimension Deep Learning, a true pre-crime solution. This is the real thing -- not a Tom Cruise fantasy. Fifth Dimension has documented case studies of preventing … [Read more...]
Equation Group and the Real Dunces of the Zero Day Leak – Cisco and Juniper
By now the news of a purported hack at the NSA revealing a 2013 suite of Zero Days, and their link to the agency's Technical Analytics Organization (TAO) aka The Equation Group, has been analyzed ad infinitum. Most conclude -- prematurely, we believe -- that the leak of such a large cache of Zero Day vulnerabilities and exploits represents a huge embarrassment for the NSA, as … [Read more...]