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Microsoft squashes windows server bug.

Apr 17, 2025
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Rob Allen
Rob Allen, Chief Product Officer at ThreatLocker, dives into the layered approach to zero trust, emphasizing its importance in today's cybersecurity landscape. He explains how this strategy helps mitigate risks from threat actors exploiting legitimate applications. The discussion also highlights Microsoft’s emergency updates for Windows Server and the pressing need for organizations to proactively address vulnerabilities, particularly in the wake of high-profile breaches. Allen's insights provide vital direction for navigating complex security challenges.
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ADVICE

Layered Security Approach

  • Combine detection methods with controls for better cybersecurity.
  • Control software execution and network activities to strengthen defense layers.
ADVICE

Zero Trust is a Strategy

  • Don't expect to buy zero trust as a product; it's a strategy.
  • Implementing zero trust can be made achievable for organizations of any size.
INSIGHT

Meaning of Zero Trust

  • Zero trust means constantly verifying and limiting access.
  • Assume breach to minimize damage from insiders or attackers already in the network.
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