Successful mitigation of today’s security threats requires an approach that is both on the offensive and on the defensive. Here, we give our take on how to approach and handle specific security challenges, as well as our reaction to some of the latest industry topics.
10.15.24Eighth annual list reveals leading MSSP, MDR and MSP security companies DENVER – October 15, 2024 – DirectDefense, Inc., a leading information security services company, today announced that it ranks among the Top 250 MSSPs for 2024, according to MSSP Alert, a CyberRisk Alliance resource at No. 128. The Top 250 MSSPs for 2024 honorees were… Read more »
10.14.24DirectDefense is honored to be recognized as an IoT innovator, protecting industrial IoT systems with a comprehensive suite of security services, including real-time monitoring, smart device testing, and technical assessments. Read more about this achievement on CRN.
10.14.24MSSP Alert Live 2024 begins tonight in Austin, Texas, with a welcome reception at Zilker Terrace. Over the next two days, industry leaders will share real-world insights on the evolving MSSP landscape. Charly Bun, Senior Director of Managed Services at DirectDefense, will present strategies for MSSPs to navigate customer expectations, technology changes, and pricing challenges.… Read more »
10.03.24October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Check out what DirectDefense President & CTO, Jim Broome, says are the top tips to stay safe, aligned with CISA’s theme, Secure Our World, in this VMblog article.
09.18.24DENVER – Sept. 18, 2024 – DirectDefense, a leading information security services company, today announced the appointment of two new executives to the leadership team. Varun Dhingra joins as Senior Vice President of Services Product Management and Melissa Cox was hired as Senior Director of Operations. These new roles will accelerate growth, drive service innovation,… Read more »
09.16.24MSSPs now serve both large enterprises and smaller businesses, facing rising customer expectations amid rapid industry growth. Charly Bun, Senior Director at DirectDefense, will address how MSSPs can refine strategies to adapt at MSSP Alert Live, October 14-16, 2024, in Austin, Texas. Learn more about what his session will cover on Channel E2E.
08.29.24DirectDefense is thrilled to be named one of four finalize in the 2024 SC Awards for Beset Managed Security Service. Learn more about the finalists on SC Media.
08.28.24Threat actors increasingly target multi-factor authentication (MFA) using advanced techniques like MFA fatigue, SIM swapping, and generative AI to enhance phishing. Jim Broome stresses the need for organizations to audit MFA solutions regularly, addressing process and technology vulnerabilities to stay ahead of these evolving threats. Watch the interview on CISO Series.
08.13.24NEW YORK, August 13, 2024 – Inc. revealed today that DirectDefense ranks No. 3924 on the 2024 Inc. 5000, its annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The prestigious ranking provides a data-driven look at the most successful companies within the economy’s most dynamic segment—its independent, entrepreneurial businesses. Microsoft, Meta, Chobani, Under Armour,… Read more »
08.11.24A firewall serves as a key defensive mechanism for OT networks, monitoring, blocking, and alerting against threats while enabling necessary data flow. However, encrypted traffic often bypasses its inspection capabilities, revealing its limitations. This is why firewalls alone are insufficient and not the best defense for protecting critical OT environments. Learn the role of network… Read more »
