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Defense spending will continue to climb as civilian agencies brace for years of cuts, new forecast projects

Defense spending will grow steadily, while cuts will “continue to fall disproportionately on civil agencies until elections change the balance of power.” The post Defense spending will continue to climb as civilian agencies brace for years of cuts, new forecast projects first appeared on Federal News Network.
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Common misconceptions about federal retirement benefits

With so many currently heading for the exit, it’s a good time for federal employees to improve their understanding of the retirement process. The post Common misconceptions about federal retirement benefits first appeared on Federal News Network.
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Treating MCP like an API creates security blind spots

In this Help Net Security interview, Michael Yaroshefsky, CEO at MCP Manager, discusses how Model Context Protocol’s (MCP) trust model creates security gaps that many teams overlook and why MCP must not be treated like a standard API. He explains how misunderstandings about MCP’s runtime behavior, governance, and identity requirements can create exposure. With MCP usage expanding across organizations, well-defined controls and a correct understanding of the protocol become necessary. What aspects of MCP’s trust model … More → The post Treating MCP like an API creates security blind spots appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Offensive cyber power is spreading fast and changing global security

Offensive cyber activity has moved far beyond a handful of major powers. More governments now rely on digital operations to project influence during geopolitical tension, which raises new risks for organizations caught in the middle. A new policy brief from the Geneva Centre for Security Policy examines how these developments influence international stability and what steps could lower the chance of dangerous escalation. Growing field with low barriers The research shows that at least 40 … More → The post Offensive cyber power is spreading fast and changing global security appeared first on Help Net Security.
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Enterprise password audits made practical for busy security teams

Security teams carry a heavy load, and password risk is one of the most overlooked parts of that workload. Every year new systems, cloud tools, and shared services add more credentials into the mix. Some sit in proper vaults, others drift into documents, chat threads, or temporary workspaces. An enterprise password audit gives teams a way to understand how messy this landscape has become. It also helps set the stage for better password practices across … More → The post Enterprise password audits made practical for busy security teams appeared first on Help Net Security.
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What zero trust looks like when you build it step by step

In this Help Net Security video, Jonathan Edwards, Managing Director at KeyData Cyber, walks us through what practical zero trust adoption looks like in stages. He explains why he dislikes the term itself, then shifts to steps teams can follow without getting stuck in theory. The first part focuses on basic actions such as turning on multi-factor authentication, removing old accounts, tightening access for high-risk roles, automating offboarding, and helping employees understand why these changes … More → The post What zero trust looks like when you build it step by step appeared first on Help Net Security.
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The weekend is prime time for ransomware

Over half of organizations that experienced a ransomware event in the past year were hit during a weekend or holiday, according to a Semperis report. Those periods often come with thin staffing, slower investigation, and fewer eyes on identity systems. Intruders know that reduced attention allows them to move deeper before alarms are raised. 60% of incidents happened after a merger, acquisition, restructuring, or similar shift inside the business. The most common trigger was an … More → The post The weekend is prime time for ransomware appeared first on Help Net Security.
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