Security Weekly Podcast Network (Video) Thycotic & Centrify, Geography, YubiKey, & K7 Antivirus - ESW #218
Mar 5, 2021
This week, the merger between Thycotic and Centrify shakes up privileged access management. Insights into SentinelOne's IPO plans reveal emerging funding trends. Discover new security innovations for Active Directory and email protection, alongside frustration over bot-related fraud in e-commerce. YubiKey introduces passwordless support, while ongoing discussions dissect effective cybersecurity tools and the significance of continuous monitoring. A mix of serious issues and playful geography banter adds a lighthearted twist to the serious cybersecurity landscape.
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Thycotic-Centrify PAM Merger Insight
- Thycotic and Centrify have overlapping but complementary PAM technologies and market presence.
- Combining the two under a private equity firm can create a stronger market position.
IPO Rumors and SPACs Strategy
- Be cautious of IPO rumors as they may be strategic valuation tests rather than firm plans.
- Watch for SPAC involvement as an alternative way companies go public.
AI for Email Fraud Detection
- Email fraud is increasingly sophisticated, requiring AI and NLP to detect social engineering attacks.
- BEC attacks often use only words with no links, making traditional detection methods insufficient.