The vulnerability disclosure process is supposed to be a collaborative effort between security researchers and vendors. However, reality is often far from ideal. Misaligned expectations, poor communication and even attempts to bury vulnerabilities create a frustrating and potentially dangerous situation for CISOs. We need more transparency and better collaboration between researchers and vendors to ensure that CISOs have the information they need to protect their organizations.
Two-factor authentication (2FA) is widely considered a crucial security measure. However, as this article demonstrates, 2FA is not foolproof. Cybercriminals are constantly developing new techniques to bypass 2FA, such as SIM swapping, phishing attacks and exploiting vulnerabilities in authentication apps. The key takeaway? While 2FA is still an important layer of security, it’s crucial to understand its limitations and implement additional security measures, such as strong passwords, security awareness training and regular security audits.