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What hardening really means beyond the STIG? - Course Monster Blog

What hardening really means beyond the STIG? - Course Monster Blog

“Hardening” as a software concept is a widely used term, but the actual meaning of the practice and its importance for modern IT organizations is not frequently discussed. Hardening is essential for all organizations, even those that utilize specific STIGs or configuration guides. Hardening is the act of minimizing a

How to prepare for the Metaverse quickly in 5 Ways - Course Monster Blog IBM

How to prepare for the Metaverse quickly in 5 Ways - Course Monster Blog IBM

Creating customer experiences in the metaverse is more about the approach rather than the headset itself. Jeffrey Castellano, an expert in spatial computing and extended reality (XR), assists clients and partners in identifying the genuine benefits of the metaverse, a system of emerging technologies. He believes that the emphasis should

Building a Cyber Range is a Good Idea, but Should You? - Course Monster Blog IBM

Building a Cyber Range is a Good Idea, but Should You? - Course Monster Blog IBM

Recently, IBM X-Force has received a significant rise in requests for creating cyber range, which are simulated environments for companies to train and practice their response to cyberattacks using real-world conditions, tools, and procedures. The growing demand for cyber ranges reflects a recognition by companies of the importance of preparing

Microsegmentation: Reduce Breaches and Improve Visibility

Microsegmentation: Reduce Breaches and Improve Visibility

Organizations face numerous difficulties from various market factors including digital transformation, cloud adoption, hybrid work setups, microsegmentation, and geopolitical and economic issues. These forces are particularly visible in the form of heightened security risks and a growing IT attack surface. Containing data breaches is crucial, and implementing zero-trust security principles

Reasons Why Zero Trust Works Where Other Systems Fail

Reasons Why Zero Trust Works Where Other Systems Fail

The zero-trust security model has proven to be one of the most successful cybersecurity strategies ever created. Zero trust, also known as zero trust architecture (ZTA), zero trust network architecture (ZTNA), and perimeter-less security, operates on the principle of “deny by default.” Access to network resources must be continuously verified

Data Privacy: How Regulations Affect Businesses

Data Privacy: How Regulations Affect Businesses

The upcoming artificial intelligence (AI) regulations in the European Union (EU) are a sign of what’s to come. Data privacy laws are becoming increasingly complex and numerous, making it imperative for businesses to find a solution that goes beyond simply addressing current challenges. Consider future trends in data privacy

What does the P3O leader do? - Course Monster Blog

What does the P3O leader do? - Course Monster Blog

The P3O leader is made up of one or multiple Project Management Offices (PMOs) that offer various services, including portfolio offices, program offices, project offices, and centers of excellence. Due to the multitude of considerations involved in designing a P3O leader model, no two P3O models will be identical across