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Dark Reading: Novel Exploit Chain Enables Windows UAC Bypass

​​Fortra's security research team has identified a novel exploit chain, tracked as CVE-2024-6769, which allows attackers to bypass Windows User Access Control (UAC) and escalate privileges to gain full system control.
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​​CSO: Microsoft privilege escalation issue forces the debate: ‘When is something a security hole?’​

​​CSO covered Fortra’s disclosure of a Microsoft privilege escalation issue that allows attackers to bypass UAC prompts. Fortra's Tyler Reguly explained that this bypass removes key security checks, posing a risk. Microsoft disagrees, calling it a convenience issue, but the debate continues.​
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CyberTech Insights: The Cybersecurity Gap: Why Even the Best-Trained Teams Still Vulnerable to Attacks

In a new article for CyberTech Insights, John Grancarich, Fortra's Chief Strategy Officer, explores why security awareness training matters more than ever. Drawing from personal experiences with cyber extortion and phishing, John highlights how continuous practice can better prepare us for real-world risks.Originally published in CyberTech Insights.Excerpt:“We’re not going to get any less busy, so...
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VM Blog: Expert Insights on National Insider Threat Awareness Month

Insider threats—whether intentional or accidental—can have devastating effects on businesses of all sizes. Antonio Sanchez of Fortra, along with other industry experts, shares key insights into the evolving landscape of insider threats and offers strategies for mitigating these risks.
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The Futurum Group: Black Hat 2024 Reflections: Security Challenges Demand Rethink on Tools and Processes

The Futurum Group’s analysis of Black Hat 2024 highlights how the growing complexity of cybersecurity tools is driving the need for streamlined platforms. Fortra is mentioned alongside other leading vendors for offering solutions that reduce tool sprawl, cut costs, and close security gaps.Originally published by The Futurum Group.Excerpt: "The cybersecurity market has long been driven by user...
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IT Brew: More Than Half of IT Professionals Aren’t Familiar With the Shared Responsibility Model

A recent IT Brew article highlights a major cloud security gap: only 49% of surveyed IT and cybersecurity professionals are familiar with the "shared responsibility model," which defines the division of security duties between cloud providers and customers. Nick Franklin emphasized the common misunderstanding around these responsibilities, urging customers to ask their providers directly about what they are responsible for.