Check Point Software Technologies has announced its participation at the Gulf Information Security Expo & Conference (GISEC) 2024, scheduled from April 23rd to April 25th, 2024, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. As cyber threats continue to evolve rapidly, the need for advanced cybersecurity solutions has never been more pressing. With the United Arab Emirates experiencing an average of 1,207 cyberattacks per organization each week over the last six months—surpassing the global average—Check Point Software is set to showcase its flagship Check Point Infinity Platform at GISEC 2024.

This platform, which is at the forefront of AI-powered, cloud-delivered cybersecurity, has been specifically designed to meet the modern challenges of an evolving threat landscape, providing comprehensive protection, consolidated operations, and collaborative communication capabilities. Visitors can explore these solutions at booth #C39 in Hall 7, where the following highlights will be featured:

1. Check Point Infinity Playblocks: Automatically triggers preventive actions upon detecting an attack, swiftly containing threats through a consolidated, cloud-based security platform.
2. Check Point Infinity AI Copilot: Enhances the efficiency of security teams by leveraging AI to automate complex tasks and deliver proactive security solutions.
3. Check Point UAE Infinity Portal: Tailored to meet the needs of organizations of all sizes while fully adhering to the UAE’s data privacy regulations.

Ram Narayanan, Country Manager at Check Point Software Technologies Middle East, commented, “Our participation at GISEC 2024 underscores our commitment to bolstering cybersecurity defences in the region. The Check Point Infinity Platform, with its AI-powered threat prevention and cloud-delivered threat intelligence, is critical for organizations needing robust solutions to protect their assets. We look forward to engaging with customers and partners to discuss how these innovations can enhance cybersecurity resilience.”

Additionally, at GISEC 2024, Check Point Software will focus on strengthening relationships with customers and partners. This commitment highlights the company’s ongoing effort to provide advanced cybersecurity solutions in the region. Check Point Software is eager to meet with attendees, discuss their security challenges, and explore how it can help organizations enhance their defences, prevent cyber-attacks, and protect their critical assets.

Milestone Systems has published a comprehensive thought paper addressing the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures in video technology solutions. The paper titled “Cybersecurity for video technology: Understanding and countering cyber threats” delves into the complexities of cybersecurity in video surveillance, offering invaluable insights and strategies to fortify organisations against cyber threats.
Cyber threats pose a significant risk to video technology solutions in today’s digital age, as evidenced by high-profile breaches.

The thought paper underscores the urgency of prioritising cybersecurity and provides a roadmap for technology decision-makers to navigate this evolving landscape effectively. It also dives into crucial aspects of cybersecurity precautions, providing insights into essential concepts for companies to ensure robust protection against cyber threats.

Below are some key takeaways from the thought paper:
Understanding the Cyber Kill Chain: Identifying the Cyber Kill Chain offers organisations a systematic approach to understanding and mitigating cyber threats. Breaking down attacks into seven stages makes it clear where proactive defences can be deployed to minimise the risk of breaches.

Protecting IP-Network Video Cameras: The paper recognises vulnerabilities in IP-network video cameras and emphasises the importance of implementing strong security measures. Measures such as robust authentication protocols and regular firmware updates are vital in fortifying defences against potential risks.

Securing Video Management Software (VMS): Highlighting the significance of securing Video Management Software (VMS), the paper advocates for proactive strategies like penetration testing and engaging ethical hackers. These measures bolster security and ensure resilience against potential threats.

Responsibility for Cybersecurity: The paper distinguishes between the responsibilities of on-premises and cloud solutions and underscores the necessity of technical proficiency and transparent communication. By understanding their roles, organisations can effectively manage cybersecurity risks.

Openness and Transparency: The paper stresses the importance of openness and transparency in addressing cybersecurity vulnerabilities. By openly acknowledging weaknesses, vendors empower customers to take proactive measures, foster collaboration, and enhance the overall cybersecurity posture.

Addressing the Human Factor: Acknowledging the human element as a potential weak link in security, the paper emphasises the importance of education, training, and balancing security and usability. Prioritising human-centric security practices enhances overall cybersecurity resilience.

Commenting on the release of the thought paper, Jos Beernink, VP of EMEA at Milestone Systems, stated, “In an era where cyber threats loom large, safeguarding your video technology against potential breaches is paramount. Our thought paper is a useful guide for organisations to navigate the complex cybersecurity landscape effectively. By implementing the strategies outlined in the paper, organisations can strengthen their defences and mitigate the risk of cyberattacks.”

Sophos has announced a strategic partnership with Tenable, to provide Sophos Managed Risk, a worldwide vulnerability and attack surface management service. The new service features a dedicated Sophos team that leverages Tenable’s exposure management technology and collaborates with the security operations experts from Sophos Managed Detection and Response (MDR) to provide attack surface visibility, continuous risk monitoring, vulnerability prioritization, investigation, and proactive notification designed to prevent cyberattacks.

The modern attack surface has expanded beyond traditional on-premises IT boundaries, with organizations operating frequently unknown numbers of external and internet-facing assets that are unpatched or under-protected, leaving them vulnerable to cyberattackers. This is evident in the newest Sophos Active Adversary Report, which identifies three tasks that organisations must prioritize to minimize the risk of brazen intrusions that lead to ransomware or other types of attacks. These include closing exposed Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) access, enabling multi-factor authorization and patching vulnerable servers, all of which were top entry points in breaches handled by Sophos Incident Response in 2023. The Sophos Managed Risk service can assess an organization’s external attack surface, prioritize the riskiest exposures, such as open RDP, and provide tailored remediation guidance to help eliminate blind spots and stay ahead of potentially devastating attacks.

“Sophos and Tenable are two industry security leaders coming together to address urgent, pervasive security challenges that organizations continuously struggle to control. We can now help organisations identify and prioritize the remediation of vulnerabilities in external assets, devices and software that are often overlooked. Organisations must manage these exposure risks, because unattended, they only lead to more costly and time-consuming issues and are often the root causes of significant breaches,” said Rob Harrison, senior vice president for endpoint and security operations product management at Sophos. “We know from Sophos’ worldwide survey data that 32% of ransomware attacks start with an unpatched vulnerability and that these attacks are the most expensive to remediate. The ideal security layers to prevent these issues include an active approach to improving security postures by minimizing the chances of a breach with Sophos Managed Risk, Sophos Endpoint, and 24×7 Sophos MDR coverage.”

“While the latest zero-day may dominate the headlines, the biggest threat to organizations, by a large margin, is still known vulnerabilities – or vulnerabilities for which patches are readily available,” said Greg Goetz, vice president of global strategic partners and MSSP, Tenable. “A winning approach includes risk-based prioritization with context-driven analytics to proactively address exposures before they become a problem. Sophos Managed Risk, powered by the Tenable One Exposure Management Platform, delivers outsourced preventive risk management, enabling organizations to anticipate attacks and reduce cyber risk.”

Sophos Managed Risk is available as an extended service with Sophos MDR, which already protects more than 21,000 organizations globally. The Sophos Managed Risk team is Tenable-certified and works closely with Sophos MDR to share essential information about zero-days, known vulnerabilities and exposure risks to assess and investigate possibly exploited environments.

“Organizations benefit through regular interaction, including scheduled meetings with Sophos experts to review recent discoveries, insights into the current threat landscape, and recommendations for remediation and prioritizing actions. Additionally, organizations can initiate inquiries via the Sophos Central platform, allowing users to directly engage with the Sophos Managed Risk team for tailored support, and reports and to review their latest prioritized alerts,” the company said.

Sophos Managed Risk is available with a term license through Sophos’ global network of channel partners and Managed Service Providers (MSPs). A Sophos MSP Flex version will be available in 2024.