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Weekly Digest Week 17 – 2023

Publication date

28.04.2023

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Security Benefits of Enhanced Cloud Visibility

With the rise of remote work and cloud adoption, organizations increasingly depend on cloud infrastructure to operate efficiently. However, this shift introduces new risks like misconfigurations, insider threats, and unauthorized access.

Enhanced cloud visibility improves threat detection, real-time monitoring, and operational resilience. It allows organizations to proactively identify vulnerabilities and respond faster to suspicious activity.

SOC Analysis:
To fully benefit from cloud visibility, organizations should:
  • Define a security strategy aligned with business goals
  • Implement both preventive and detective controls
  • Regularly review and assess their cloud security posture

Our SOC team can support your journey to a more secure cloud environment.


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The Decline in Ransomware: Does It Actually Increase Risks for Organizations?

Ransomware attacks may be declining, but that doesn’t mean attackers are disappearing. Instead, tactics are shifting to more targeted methods and broader exploitation of emerging vulnerabilities.

SOC Analysis:
Our advice remains:
  • Maintain strong security measures – don’t get complacent
  • Have an incident response plan in place
  • Educate staff on how to spot threats

Our SOC team is available to help review your security posture and implement defenses against evolving threats.


Guide to Better Threat Detection and Response (XDR)

Improved threat detection requires optimizing tools, building threat intel programs, and developing a strong incident response plan. XDR (Extended Detection and Response) is a crucial tool in modern cyber defense.

SOC Analysis:
We recommend implementing Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) and XDR to monitor endpoint behavior in real time. Our SOC team offers guidance and implementation support to improve your threat detection posture.

APT Groups Expand Reach to New Industries and Geographies

Kaspersky’s Q1 2023 report shows APT groups like Turla, MuddyWater, Lazarus, and more expanding into sectors like government, aviation, finance, IT, and scientific research. Emerging actors such as Trila have also appeared.

SOC Analysis:
We advise combining XDR, SIEM, NDR, and vulnerability management for layered defense. Approach SOC can support implementation and threat intelligence monitoring to stay ahead of these threats.

Fake Messages Pretending to Be from itsme Are Circulating Again

Fake emails claim your itsme account is unsafe and demand urgent verification. These messages include links to phishing sites. Never click or reply. Report the message and delete it immediately.

SOC Analysis:
Follow official procedures: open the app directly or browse to the official site. Forward suspicious messages to:
  • verdacht@safeonweb.be
  • suspect@safeonweb.be
  • suspicious@safeonweb.be

Our SOC is here to assist with verification of suspicious communications.


Want to enhance your organization’s cyber awareness or compliance strategy? Contact the Approach Cyber SOC team for tailored support and training programs.

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