Yuzuka Akasaka

Flare | Cyber Threat Intel | Digital Risk Protection

As businesses and individuals become more reliant on technology, they inadvertently increase their security attack surface – the sum total of all the vulnerabilities that threat actors can exploit.  Understanding your security attack surface is essential for developing an effective cybersecurity strategy. By gaining insights into your security attack surface, ... Read More

Every day that you prevent an attack is a good day. Sophisticated adversaries have the money, skills, and technologies to thwart most organizations’ defensive capabilities. With the rise of Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS), less sophisticated attackers have access to payloads and customer service representatives to help them deploy successful attacks. By understanding ... Read More

Understanding and securing the network attack surface has become a critical priority for businesses seeking to protect their valuable data and systems. By comprehending the network attack surface and its significance, organizations can proactively implement security measures and minimize the risk of successful attacks.  Understanding Network Attack Surface: What It ... Read More

Executive Overview The average cost of a data breach in healthcare in Canada is about 5.5 million CAD. Since delivering patient care depends on cybersecurity, securing healthcare systems and patient data is absolutely crucial.  Various factors influence risks to healthcare cybersecurity, including current geopolitical events. The U.S. Department of Health ... Read More

Executive Summary As the threat environment rapidly changes (and threat actors’ tactics along with it), what should cyber practitioners be on the lookout for?  Former Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Deputy Director Andrew McCabe & former United States Postal Services (USPS) CISO Gregory Crabb spoke with Flare CEO Norman Menz ... Read More

In today’s interconnected world, cyber threats continue to rise, while traditional cybersecurity techniques are becoming less effective and costlier. Coupled with the challenges of hiring skilled cyber professionals, it is evident that cybersecurity needs to change.  To reduce cyber threats for organizations and individuals, it is crucial to understand the ... Read More

In today’s digital-driven landscape, cyber threats lurk around every corner, with spear phishing attacks posing a particularly daunting challenge. As threat actors innovate, it’s crucial that organizations stay one step ahead.  One increasingly effective tactic is domain takedown – a process designed to remove malicious spear phishing domains from the ... Read More

In the realm of cybersecurity, the term “attack surface” refers to the sum total of potential entry points or vulnerabilities that a malicious actor might exploit to infiltrate an organization’s digital infrastructure. These vulnerabilities could exist in hardware, software, network services, or even the human element, like unsuspecting employees falling ... Read More

As we become increasingly reliant on digital platforms, the dark web plays a critical role in the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threat intelligence. For organizations, comprehending and mitigating these hidden dangers has become a business imperative.  The increase in remote work and cloud-based solutions, also amplifies cyber risks. By actively ... Read More

Harnessing effective intelligence requirements is a critical component of proactive threat prevention, particularly for organizations operating in the Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) landscape.  To build an effective defense strategy in the realm of cybersecurity, it’s essential to start with a solid understanding of intelligence requirements. These requirements serve as the foundational building ... Read More