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Corporate Security in the Age of AI and Robotics
A board-level briefing on threats, liability, and protective strategy for people, sites, and intellectual property — across the US and UK regulatory frame. CC…
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GPS spoofing in logistics: Invisible danger for supply chains
Whether in the navigation system of modern vehicles or in the tracking chip on a freight pallet – GPS (Global Positioning System) is now an indispensable part…
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Vehicle restraint systems planned correctly: Safety begins before the fence
When it comes to protecting properties, infrastructure or public areas, many people first think of access control, video technology or alarm systems. But one…
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The EU CER Directive explained – What companies need to know now
What is the EU CER Directive? The EU CER Directive (Critical Entities Resilience Directive, Directive (EU) 2022/2557) is a European law that came into force on…
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NIS 2 and CER: How the delayed legal implementation in Germany is putting KRITIS operators under pressure
The resilience of our critical infrastructures (KRITIS) is at stake. While other EU countries have long since created facts, Germany is lagging alarmingly…
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Security 2025: The top trends that no company can ignore
The security landscape is changing rapidly. To stay protected in the future, companies must focus on trends like OSINT, robotics, and Zero Trust by 2025. This…
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Deepfakes: More Than Just a Digital Facelift – A Cybersecurity Threat
I recently came across an interesting article by BlackBerry titled „Deepfakes and Digital Deception.“ It painted a vivid picture of the rising threat of…
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EU Cyber Resilience Act: Everything you need to know
The EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) is a pioneering step towards greater cyber security for digital products in the European Union. This regulation defines…
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Danger in the shadows: How false alarms and monitoring gaps undermine modern security systems
False alarms and monitoring gaps are the real weak points of modern security systems. Despite high-tech solutions, real threats often go unrecognised. Find out…
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Security test: Access control systems are so easy to manipulate
This weekend, we managed to uncover significant security gaps in the access cards used in a hotel. This discovery sheds light on a widespread problem: although…
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Data sharing and collaboration: the key to strengthening cyber security in the supply chain
The security of supply chains is crucial for protection against cyber threats. Given the global interconnectedness of companies and their suppliers, an…
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Perimeter check: Is your property boundary sufficiently protected?
Many companies rely on imposing perimeter security at their property boundaries, with fencing systems using barbed or NATO wire to stop and deter potential…
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The role of business impact analysis in business continuity management
In a world full of disruptive threats, it is crucial to be prepared for business disruptions. Learn how Business Impact Analysis (BIA), at the heart of…
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10 reasons why business continuity management is essential
Even in a world full of risks and opportunities, Business Continuity Management (BCM) is indispensable. Find out why BCM is more crucial today than ever before.
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The NIS 2 Directive: A decisive step for cybersecurity in Germany and Europe
Find out how the EU’s NIS 2 Directive affects critical infrastructure protection and what it means for your organisation. With expanded requirements and a…
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Hackers Paradise or our presentation at Defcon – A look behind the scenes
DEFCON in Las Vegas is more than just an annual event: it is the ultimate meeting place for the global hacker community and a catalyst where technology…
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Microsoft is watching you – What you need to know when using Microsoft Teams
Companies and private individuals alike rely on Microsoft Teams. The advantages are obvious: central storage in the cloud, simple organisation of employees in…
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What you can learn about cyber security from Pareto
The buzzword cyber security sets the pulse of security managers racing. Not out of joyful excitement, but rather out of a feeling of insecurity. Not only…
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Cybersecurity in Industry 4.0 and Smart Factory: A challenge or a disruptive factor?
Digitalisation has reshaped our world in a way that we could hardly have imagined a few decades ago. It has optimised processes, facilitated communication and…
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AI voice cloning – how you can protect yourself from fraudsters
Impersonating someone else is easier than you think. Voice cloning tools such as Respeeacher or Murf imitate the sound of human voices with just a few seconds…
Read morePentests show the state of security. Why doesn’t anyone want to see that?
‘Our IT department can carry out pentests themselves if they think it’s a necessary measure…’ We often hear this from managers who have completely handed over…
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In dialogue with it.sa: ‘How secure are critical infrastructures in Germany?’
We were able to give an interview at it-sa 365 on the topic of ‘How secure are critical infrastructures in Germany?’.
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Well supplied! Are you sure?
‘Solutions for sustainable security of supply for industry and society’ was the title of the press conference, which was also streamed in hybrid form as part…
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The uncertainty is palpable
On 29 March 2022, the Health Captains Club (HCC) invited guests to the Badischer Hof in Heidelberg. The association holds regular international discussions on…
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No way back from New Work
The world of work has changed forever. Companies that have only just recognised the benefits of online collaboration solutions can usually no longer imagine…
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The Base Defense
Absolute security is impossible to achieve—this guiding principle is likely familiar to everyone. However, achieving a minimum level of security is essential.…
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Unlikely, but Possible!
Terrorist attacks and active shooter events are among the most complex security challenges in our immediate environment. Many find comfort in old sayings like,…
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The Desire for Safety
Within 14 days, two people are deliberately pushed in front of oncoming trains in Voerde (NRW) and Frankfurt am Main. A 34-year-old woman and an eight-year-old…
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The Business of Fear
For some time now, a video has been circulating online that makes even seasoned security experts break into a sweat. It depicts a drone equipped with a fully…
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After the Time Change: How Incorrect Timestamps in Security Systems Become a Problem
Daylight saving time is here – and with it comes an increased risk of incorrect timestamps in security systems. Find out how these discrepancies arise and why…
Read moreCybersecurity in Industry 4.0 and Smart Factory: A Challenge or a Disruptor?
In a world where phrases like Industry 4.0 and Smart Factory have become commonplace, they suggest an image of a high-tech production environment. Everything…
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AI, Cybersecurity and Us: Together Towards a Secure Digital Future!
Digitalization has reshaped our world in ways we could hardly imagine a few decades ago. It has streamlined processes, facilitated communication, and opened up…
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Insecurity through security?
Responsible Disclosure In the following, we present our hack on the Physical Security Information Management System „WinGuard“ of Advancis Software & Services…
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