RL;DR: NIST’s ML guidance, how quantum numbers boost AppSec
Welcome to the latest edition of RL;DR, a weekly newsletter that highlights the latest content from RL Blog, including threat research, thought leadership, best practices, product and solution updates – and more.
This week: NIST outlines six steps to defend against AI-based attacks. Also: Cybersecurity’s talent gap isn’t what it seems, and how quantum computing’s randomness can boost AppSec.
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NIST’s adversarial ML guidance: 6 action items
ML attacks are evolving, putting mitigation a step behind. Here’s what NIST wants teams to focus on — and why traditional tooling such as SAST and SCA is not up to the job. Dhaval Shah and Malcolm Harkins share expert insights. (Read More)
The cybersecurity job market is complicated: 3 key insights
While the state of cybersecurity careers is confusing, key trends are driving companies to think big-picture — and outside of traditional roles. Here is what you need to know. Lesley Carhart, Derek Fisher and Aaron Shaha share their insights. (Read More)
Quantum delivers random numbers to boost AppSec
Quantum random number generators can make software — including software development secrets — more secure. Here's how it works. Get insights from Jasmine Noel, Rebecca Krauthamer, Arthur Savage, Michela Menting, Duncan Jones, and Jason Soroko. (Read More)
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Podcast | ConversingLabs: Go Back to Basics to Thwart Attacks
In this episode of ConversingLabs, host Paul F. Roberts interviews Chuck McWhirter, MA, CISSP, principal solutions architect at RL, about the importance of sticking to basics when it comes to thwarting attacks from adversaries. Watch the recorded livestream here.
Webinar | Upgrade from OPSWAT to RL
Wednesday, April 23 at 12pm ET
Traditional solutions like OPSWAT often fall short, leaving critical gaps in security due to file size limitations, slower detection speeds, and incomplete threat intelligence. Join this webinar to discover how RL offers a superior alternative with its advanced malware analysis suite. (Save Your Seat)
Webinar | AI meets software supply chain security
Thursday, April 24 at 12pm ET
AI is shaking up how software is developed, introducing powerful tools while also creating new risks that traditional supply chain security approaches cannot fully address. Join this webinar to hear from leading experts, including Daniel Miessler ⚙️, as they break down what AI means for software supply chain security — and how to stay ahead of the game. (Save Your Seat)
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