This Week in Technology

This Week in Technology

By Eric Corcoran
Posted in Technology Week in Review
On April 25, 2025

Monday 4/21

Modern Cybersecurity Strategies for Linux Servers (CyberArk)

Organizations can effectively bridge the gap between traditional and modern infrastructures by adopting enhanced flexibility, strong authentication support and the ability to integrate with existing security tools. This holistic approach can strengthen security and support the continuous evolution of cybersecurity practices.

https://www.cyberark.com/resources/blog/modern-cybersecurity-strategies-for-linux-servers

What Is Data Governance and Why It Matters for Observability (Cribl)

Effective data security not only prevents financial and reputational damage but also fosters trust among customers and stakeholders, creating a secure environment for data-driven decision-making. By prioritizing security and privacy, organizations can harness the full potential of their data while minimizing risks and safeguarding their assets.

https://cribl.io/blog/what-is-data-governance-and-why-it-matters-for-telemetry/

Tuesday 4/22

CIS Safeguard 3.7: Establish and Maintain a Data Classification Scheme

https://www.gothamtg.com/blog/cis-safeguard-37-establish-and-maintain-a-data-classification-scheme

Microsoft Dominates as Top Target for Imitation, Mastercard Makes a Comeback (Check Point)

As we progress through 2025, organizations and users alike must stay alert to the evolving threat of phishing attacks. The most frequently targeted brands are not just household names — they are gateways to sensitive personal and financial information.

https://blog.checkpoint.com/research/microsoft-dominates-as-top-target-for-imitation-mastercard-makes-a-comeback/

Understanding Telemetry in Cybersecurity (Arctic Wolf)

For security teams to stay one step ahead, they need broad visibility into their environments, meaning they need access to, and the ability to correlate, all the different data points and activities happening simultaneously to detect a threat actor’s behavior and potential next steps. They need telemetry.

https://arcticwolf.com/resources/blog/understanding-telemetry-in-cybersecurity/

Wednesday 4/23

Inside a Real-World Penetration Test: Tactics, Tools, and Takeaways

Penetration testing is an essential practice for identifying and mitigating security weaknesses. By simulating attacks, organizations can better understand their vulnerabilities and develop robust defense strategies to protect against actual threats.

https://www.gothamtg.com/blog/inside-a-real-world-penetration-test-tactics-tools-and-takeaways

Demystifying AI in your identity security strategy: What every IT and security leader needs to know (Delinea)

AI doesn't have to be a black box you need to decrypt. When you understand how to secure it, use it, and measure it, it becomes one of the most powerful tools in your identity security strategy.

https://delinea.com/blog/demystifying-ai-in-your-identity-security-strategy

Identity Verification as Your Competitive Advantage (Entrust Security)

Identity fraud is a growing business risk that threatens financial institutions’ revenue, reputation, and customer trust. As fraud attempts rise, organizations face mounting financial losses and increasing pressure to enhance security measures.

https://www.entrust.com/blog/2025/04/identity-verification-as-your-competitive-advantage

Friday 4/25

The Expanding Attack Surface: Why Security Awareness Must Evolve to Strengthen Human Resilience (Proofpoint)

As social engineering attacks evolve, attackers are using more than just email. They’re expanding their reach across different channels. With the help of AI and automation, they can personalize their attacks and create more convincing messages.

https://www.proofpoint.com/us/blog/email-and-cloud-threats/ai-social-engineering-security-awareness-must-evolve

We Don’t Need More Tools—We Need More Answers (Axonius)

The industry has treated tool proliferation like an arms race. But every new tool brings a new dashboard, a new data model, and a new layer of operational overhead. Eventually, you hit a tipping point: the more tools you add, the harder it becomes to manage any of them effectively.

https://www.axonius.com/blog/we-don-t-need-more-tools-we-need-more-answers