Protecting Against the ‘0.0.0.0 Day’ Vulnerability
New browser-related threats targeting employees emerge almost daily. Recently, threat researchers uncovered a critical vulnerability known as ‘0.0.0.0 Day’, which reveals a significant gap in the security mechanisms of browsers like Chrome and Firefox. This vulnerability allows malicious websites to bypass standard protections and access services on an organization’s local network, emphasizing the need for […]
What is Quishing?
Attackers are constantly devising new strategies to outpace security measures. One such emerging threat is ‘Quishing’, a sophisticated form of phishing that leverages QR codes to deceive users. This novel tactic underscores a critical aspect of cybersecurity: as digital technologies evolve and integrate more deeply into our daily lives, so too do the methods of […]
Phishing
Phishing, a pervasive and sophisticated threat in the cyber landscape, extends far beyond the traditional confines of deceptive emails. This cyber attack mechanism has evolved into a multi-channel challenge, exploiting various communication platforms to target unsuspecting individuals. Whether it’s through social media messages, fraudulent websites, SMS, or even QR codes, attackers are continually refining their […]
Remote Browser Isolation
Remote Browser Isolation (RBI) is a cybersecurity technology that shields organizations from web-based threats by executing web browsing activities on a remote server. This isolation is achieved through a process where web browsing activities, inclusive of essential security functions like filtering, sandboxing, and threat analysis, are executed on a remote server. While RBI solutions provide […]
Multi-Factor Authentication
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), often known as Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) when it involves two steps, has become a buzzword in the cybersecurity realm. It’s an authentication mechanism that requires users to provide two or more verification factors to gain access to a resource such as an application, online account, or a VPN. MFA is a core […]
Enhancing your Cybersecurity Posture with the Power of Pause
Taking a moment or pausing before taking action is not a new concept; it is ingrained in all of our technology. It is an essential part of any interface and in the realm of cybersecurity, especially browser security, it can play a more significant role. Most confirmations or pauses lack context; the same critical action […]
Browser Notifications Hijacking: A Trending Social Engineering Technique
Using Keep Aware Browser Security, our clients have detected an attack type that we have dubbed “Notification Hijacking.” These attacks involve malicious redirects that manipulate users to enable browser notifications. These notifications can then be used to deliver malware payloads, phishing attacks, or other malicious content. This blog post provides an analysis of browser notification […]
Safeguards for Sensitive Data and Browser Security
Solution Spotlight Safeguarding sensitive information and ensuring secure application usage has always been a priority for cybersecurity teams. ChatGPT and other productivity tools have amplified this challenge and caused security teams to prioritize browser security as a necessary component of their security strategy. Traditionally, security teams have either had to completely block or allow productivity […]
Cybersecurity and Productivity: It’s Not a Balancing Act
The notion of prioritizing cybersecurity can be misconstrued as a hindrance to convenience and productivity – a ‘balancing act’. Security incidents over the past few years have brought this issue to the forefront, highlighting the need for a reevaluation. While the conflict between security and productivity surely exists in forms such as multi-factor authentication, there […]
Spotting Gaps in MFA and SSO at the Browser Level
Solution Spotlight The latest release of the Keep Aware Browser Security platform highlights the active use of sign-in mechanisms and multi-factor authentication (MFA) usage across work accounts. This update empowers IT security teams to: Security teams have found it impossible to completely manage every application their employees use for business. This challenge is encouraged by various factors […]