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From Malware to Mayhem: The Real Threat Behind Compromised Credentials 

Overview  In one of the largest cybersecurity revelations in recent history, 16 billion login credentials — including usernames, passwords, and linked login URLs — have been exposed. Rather than being traced to a single corporate hack, this massive trove of data was assembled from multiple sources, largely through infostealer malware and underground data dumps.  The […]

ARCON | GRA: Now More Enhanced and Improved Remote Security

The Crux of Remote Security  The crux of remote security lies with protecting systems, data, critical access, and communications in IT environments where users, devices, and services are not within the traditional on-premises infrastructure or inside the periphery of enterprise network. As remote work and cloud-based operations have surged, the attack surface has expanded significantly. […]

ARCON My Vault: Now Stronger to Vault, Share and Access Enterprise Data Assets 

Why did ARCON build My Vault solution?  As enterprises grow, the volume of data they generate and manage expands continuously. This ever-increasing data demands strong safeguards for security, integrity, and privacy. While implementing robust access controls is essential, it’s not enough that data remains vulnerable if stored in unsecured or poorly designed systems. Organizations must […]

The European Union Cyber Resilience Act: Scope and Significance for the EU Organizations 

Overview  In an increasingly interconnected digital world, cybersecurity is no longer just an IT concern—it’s a business imperative. Recognizing the urgent need to fortify Europe’s digital infrastructure, the European Commission introduced the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA)—a groundbreaking legislative proposal aimed at boosting the cybersecurity of products with digital elements across the EU.  The EU Cyber […]

ARCON Endpoint Privilege Management (EPM): Now more Effective with Three Powerful Features 

About ARCON | EPM  Excessive end-user privileges pose significant security risks, leading to unauthorized access and potential breaches. Many of the most notorious security incidents—ranging from data theft and insider attacks to cyber-espionage and application misuse—stem from uncontrolled endpoint privilege access.   The shift to cloud and hybrid work environments has further intensified these risks, as […]

Significance of Network and Information Systems 2 (NIS2) Directive Cybersecurity Legislation in the European Union Organizations 

Overview  The increasing sophistication of cyber threats has led to the emergence of stronger cybersecurity regulations worldwide. In the European Union (EU), the Network and Information Systems (NIS) Directive was the first comprehensive cybersecurity legislation introduced in 2020 and aimed at improving critical sectors’ overall cybersecurity posture. With the evolving digital landscape, the European Commission […]

Navigating DORA Compliance: Leveraging Privileged Access Management 

From 17 January 2025, the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) officially applies to EU organizations, bringing sweeping changes to cybersecurity strategies and decisions in the financial sector. It was introduced by the European Union (EU) as a response to the growing risks associated with digitalization in the financial sector.  In this context, ARCON and KuppingerCole […]

DORA Compliance: Building IT Operational Resilience of EU Organizations 

Overview  The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) was introduced by the European Union (EU) as a response to the growing risks associated with digitalization in the financial sector. From 17 January 2025, it fully applies to EU organizations, bringing sweeping changes to cybersecurity strategies and decisions in the financial sector.  The inception of DORA compliance […]

Predictive Roles and Importance of Privileged Access Management in 2025 

Overview  As digital transformation accelerates, the importance of securing privileged access to critical systems and data assets becomes paramount. Privileged Access Management (PAM) has emerged as a cornerstone of cybersecurity, ensuring that sensitive information remains secure from insider threats, external attacks, and compliance risks. In 2025, PAM is expected to play a pivotal role in […]

Security Breaches in 2024: How ARCON Privileged Access Management (PAM) Could Have Prevented Them 

The Context  Privileged Access Management is quintessentially important for protecting data, but are we doing enough?  While recapitulating and evaluating the IT incidents in 2024, ARCON found three major IT incidents that could have been avoided if ARCON’s Privileged Access Management (PAM) had been deployed.    Such breaches are caused by inadequate access control measures or […]