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Automation in information security uses software to perform tasks like scanning for vulnerabilities, detecting threats, and enforcing policies without constant human intervention. It enables faster, consistent actions such as blocking malicious IPs or deploying patches based on predefined rules or machine learning models. This reduces manual effort and helps maintain security hygiene at scale.

However, automation can introduce risks if workflows are misconfigured or manipulated. Attackers may exploit automated responses to trigger false positives or disable protections, while errors in automation can propagate rapidly across systems. Security teams must carefully validate and monitor automated processes, balancing efficiency with oversight to prevent unintended consequences and maintain control over security operations.

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Bank Info Security 11 months, 2 weeks ago

404 Path Not Found: Finding Direction in a Fickle Job Market

Advice for Young Cyber Professionals in the Age of AI and Security AutomationProfessionals across industries, especially those in early career stages, are struggling to find not only jobs but also career path direction. The old map no longer applies. Today's environment requires adaptability, strategy and a willingness to build new paths entirely.

Bank Info Security 11 months, 2 weeks ago

Coyote Trojan Turns Accessibility Into Attack Surface

Brazil-Targeting Malware Exploits Windows UIA to Evade DetectionA banking Trojan long confined to Brazil has become the first known malware to exploit Microsoft's UI Automation framework to extract credentials, signaling a new tactic that may evade conventional detection. Akamai's findings point to a growing trend of attackers using legitimate system features.

Bank Info Security 11 months, 2 weeks ago

From Drones to Dashboards: Apps Accelerate Food Delivery

How AI, Automation and Real-Time Data Are Scaling Global Food DeliveryGlobal food delivery platforms are becoming orchestration engines powered by AI, automation, drones and real-time data. From hyperpersonalized orders to autonomous bots, tech innovation is transforming how the industry delivers speed, safety and scale.