Lawrence Pingree

Dispersive Blog

The cybersecurity landscape is rapidly evolving, with vulnerability exploitation becoming a primary attack vector. Recent reports, including Google's 2024 Zero-Day Report, highlight a disturbing trend: attackers are increasingly focusing on enterprise technologies, particularly security appliances like firewalls and VPNs, as prime targets. Traditional security measures are falling short, leaving organizations ... Read More

In today's threat landscape, waiting for attacks is a losing strategy. Gartner's latest report emphasizes the shift to preemptive cybersecurity. Learn how Dispersive Stealth Networking, leveraging AMTD, is making Zero Trust a reality, stopping threats before they impact your network. Dive into the key takeaways and discover how to build ... Read More

We live in a world obsessed with speed and reliability. Whether it's streaming our favorite shows, conducting mission-critical business operations, or simply browsing the web, we demand seamless connectivity. This has led to the rise of many SD-WAN and router providers touting multipath solutions – the promise of using multiple ... Read More

The Old Guard: Firewalls, VPNs and Exposed Control Planes Cyberattacks have evolved beyond the perimeter. No longer limited to opportunistic breaches, attackers are now executing coordinated campaigns that target the very foundations of enterprise network infrastructure — firewalls, VPNs, and control planes.The growing sophistication of adversaries has exposed the limits ... Read More

The rise of remote work has transformed how we operate, offering unprecedented flexibility and access. However, it has also introduced significant security challenges, particularly when sensitive data and powerful AI/ML workloads are involved. Traditional VPN-based security models are proving inadequate, leaving organizations vulnerable to data breaches and unauthorized access.Enter Zero ... Read More

In the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity, certain tools and techniques possess a fascinating duality. They're designed to protect our digital lives, yet they can also be wielded by malicious actors to carry out cyberattacks. These are known as "dual-use" techniques and understanding them is crucial for anyone involved in cybersecurity ... Read More

Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized modern technology, transformed industries and created new opportunities for innovation. Yet, this powerful tool also introduces unprecedented challenges in the realm of cybersecurity. As AI becomes more integrated into cyberattacks, understanding this evolving landscape has never been more crucial.In this blog, we’ll outline the rising ... Read More

Attacks Against Networks and VPN Infrastructure in 2024 2024 witnessed a surge in attacks targeting networks and VPN infrastructure, exploiting vulnerabilities, and employing sophisticated techniques to compromise sensitive data and disrupt operations. Key observations include: Zero-Day Exploits: Zero-day vulnerabilities in VPN appliances from major vendors like Palo Alto Networks Check ... Read More

A Wake-Up Call for Critical Infrastructure Security Interconnectedness is the lifeblood of modern society. Our communication networks enable economic growth, secure national defense, and connect critical infrastructure. But this connectivity has also created a dangerous attack surface, where foreign adversaries and cybercriminals exploit vulnerabilities to wreak havoc.The recent revelation of ... Read More

The traditional Virtual Private Network (VPN) has long been considered the gold standard for secure remote access, serving as a cornerstone of cybersecurity strategies for decades. However, as cyber threats evolve and digital infrastructures become increasingly complex, this once-reliable solution is showing concerning vulnerabilities that organizations can no longer afford ... Read More