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April 2, 2025

Even MFA Isn’t Enough: How Attackers Are Hijacking Microsoft 365 Sessions – And What You Can Do About It

In February 2025, Microsoft disclosed an active phishing campaign conducted by a Russian state-aligned threat actor, Storm-2372. Unlike conventional phishing, this campaign exploited a legitimate Microsoft login feature—device code flow authentication—to bypass even phishing-resistant MFA and gain access to Microsoft 365 accounts. The attack is deceptively simple, difficult for victims to detect, and effective even in mature security environments. What […]

Ayesha Arshad Random 6 min read

February 26, 2025

Achieving DORA Compliance in Cloud: A Strategic Guide to Digital Resilience & Risk Management

The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) is a pivotal European Union regulation designed to bolster the IT security and operational resilience of financial entities. Enacted on January 16, 2023, DORA mandates that, by January 17, 2025, financial institutions and their Information and Communication Technology (ICT) service providers must comply with stringent requirements to ensure robust digital operational resilience. (eiopa.europa.eu) For […]

Ayesha Arshad Cyber Security 9 min read

February 21, 2025

Implementing Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) in Modern Enterprises.

Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) is an architectural framework that converges wide area networking (WAN) and network security services into a single, cloud-delivered service model. This approach addresses the evolving needs of modern enterprises, where users require secure and efficient access to resources from any location. Key Components of SASE Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN): Functionality: Manages and optimizes the […]

Ayesha Arshad Cloud Security 10 min read

February 17, 2025

Leveraging Confidential Computing for Data Privacy in the Cloud

Confidential computing is a cutting-edge technology that safeguards data during processing by utilizing hardware-based Trusted Execution Environments (TEEs). These TEEs ensure that data remains encrypted in memory and is accessible only to authorized code, effectively protecting sensitive information from unauthorized access, including from cloud service providers and system administrators. Key Features of Confidential Computing: Data Protection in Use: Encrypts data […]

September 13, 2024

Is It Worth It? A Cost-Benefit Analysis of Next-Gen Threat Detection Tools

As cyber threats evolve, so do the tools designed to detect and mitigate them. Next-generation threat detection tools, enhanced by machine learning and AI, promise proactive identification of threats. However, their implementation can be costly, leading organizations to question whether the benefits outweigh the investment. This blog provides a practical cost-benefit analysis for security team managers and C-level executives, focusing […]

Ayesha Arshad Random 3 min read

September 12, 2024

Optimizing Disaster Recovery: How to Balance Performance with Security in the Cloud

Disaster recovery (DR) is crucial in cloud environments to ensure business continuity. However, achieving a balance between performance and security in cloud-based DR solutions requires thorough planning and implementation. Here’s a practical guide for security team managers and C-level officials to design and implement a disaster recovery strategy that successfully balances both aspects. 1. Key Considerations for Cloud-Based Disaster Recovery […]

Ayesha Arshad Random 3 min read

September 11, 2024

Choosing the Best IAM Framework for Long-Term Cloud Security Scalability

Identity and Access Management (IAM) is the backbone of any robust cloud security architecture. As organizations scale, selecting the right IAM framework is crucial for maintaining security, compliance, and operational efficiency. Below is a comprehensive, practical guide for security team managers and C-level executives to ensure their IAM system is scalable, secure, and well-implemented. 1. Key Considerations for Selecting an […]

Ayesha Arshad AWS 3 min read

September 10, 2024

Should Your Business Transition to Multi-Cloud? A Security Perspective

As organizations grow, the shift to a multi-cloud environment becomes increasingly appealing due to its flexibility and redundancy. However, with this shift comes the need for careful security planning and decision-making. This guide outlines key considerations and implementations for C-level officials and security managers when evaluating the security impact of adopting a multi-cloud strategy. 1. Assessing Security Risks in Multi-Cloud […]

Ayesha Arshad Cloud Security 5 min read

September 9, 2024

Cloud Security Governance: Strategic Decisions for the Executive Suite

In today’s digital era, cloud security governance is crucial for executives and managers to ensure a secure, compliant, and resilient cloud environment. It’s not just about selecting the right cloud services—it’s about making critical decisions that affect the organization’s overall risk posture and security infrastructure. Below is a detailed, practical guide tailored for C-suite executives and managers to implement strong […]

Ayesha Arshad Cloud Security 4 min read

September 5, 2024

Unlocking Secure YubiKey Adoption for Organizations

In an era where data breaches and phishing attacks are becoming more sophisticated, strong multi-factor authentication (MFA) solutions like YubiKey have become a must-have tool for securing online identities. YubiKeys are widely used across industries to offer enhanced protection against threats, employing hardware-based authentication that’s nearly impossible to replicate remotely. But as with any security tool, vulnerabilities can emerge, and […]

Ayesha Arshad Cyber Security 5 min read