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WEDNESDAY, FEB. 19, 2025 Edge devices were a big problem in 2024. Judge gives DOGE the all clear. And one security CEO says it's time to change the rules to stop attackers. This is CyberScoop for Wednesday, February 19. (Getty Images)

Watch those edge devices

Darktrace's annual threat report reveals that last year's most impactful cyberattack campaigns exploited vulnerabilities in edge devices, particularly those related to Ivanti Connect Secure and Policy Secure appliances, as well as Fortinet and Palo Alto Networks firewalls. These edge devices, often serving as the first line of defense, have been increasingly targeted by threat groups due to the critical access they provide once breached. The report highlights the rapid exploitation of zero-day and n-day vulnerabilities, emphasizing the challenges organizations face in timely patch management amid increased threats from both nation-state and financially motivated attackers. Matt Kapko has more.

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Judge give DOGE clearance

A federal judge denied a request by Democratic attorneys general to temporarily block the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) from accessing U.S. government IT systems, despite concerns about Elon Musk's involvement. Judge Tanya Chutkan ruled that the states failed to demonstrate imminent, irreparable harm that would warrant a restraining order, although she acknowledged the attorneys' assertion regarding potential constitutional violations. The court emphasized the lack of immediate harm evidence, despite claims about DOGE's unchecked power and access to sensitive federal data and infrastructure. Matt Bracken has more.

Defenders, stop playing by the rules

In this op-ed, Waratek CEO Doug Ennis argues that the cybersecurity landscape is uneven, with attackers operating without constraints while defenders are bound by outdated rules and reactive strategies. He emphasizes that traditional defenses are no longer sufficient, as attackers exploit vulnerabilities faster than security teams can patch them. Ennis advocates for a shift to proactive security measures, such as automated, runtime environment defenses that neutralize threats before they can be exploited, effectively rewriting the rules to gain an advantage over cybercriminals. Read the op-ed here.

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