🚨 As of 0409 UTC, a critical issue with CrowdStrike Falcon Sensor agents on Windows devices has caused significant global outages. This was not a security incident or cyberattack, and DirectDefense's infrastructure was not affected by this outage. The root cause has been identified as an automatic content deployment applied to Windows hosts, which has resulted in blue screen errors and system instability. Mac and Linux systems remain unaffected. CrowdStrike reports that the issue has been identified, isolated and a fix has been deployed. As part of our commitment to transparent communication, we have diligently relayed updates from both CrowdStrike and Azure regarding this issue to our clients, assisting them with rollback and remediation steps as needed. DirectDefense MSSP clients may continue to work with their SOC team for any additional support. CrowdStrike customers who are not DirectDefense MSSP clients may refer to the CrowdStrike support portal for the latest updates. Navigate to our blog containing a round up of the latest updates and resources. ➡ https://lnkd.in/gd27KxBn #crowdstrike #crowdstrikeoutage #mssp
DirectDefense
Computer and Network Security
Englewood, Colorado 28,541 followers
Building Resilience Against Even the Most Advanced Security Threats
About us
DirectDefense provides enterprise risk assessments, penetration testing, ICS/SCADA security services, and 24/7 managed security services for companies of all sizes. Focused on building security resiliency, the firm offers comprehensive security testing services with specialization in application security, vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and compliance assurance testing. Its team of highly talented consultants has worked with the majority of the Fortune 100 companies, in industries such as power and utility, gaming, retail, financial, media, travel, aerospace, healthcare, and technology.
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http://www.directdefense.com
External link for DirectDefense
- Industry
- Computer and Network Security
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Englewood, Colorado
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2012
- Specialties
- Security Services, Compliance Services, SCADA, MSSP, Professional Services, Incident Response, Ransomware, Managed Services, Vulnerability Management, IoT Monitoring, Security Assessments, Penetration Testing, Managed Detection and Response, MDR, SIEM, SOC, Security Operations Center, Executive Placement, Application Security Testing, Network Security Testing, Cloud Architecture Security Testing, Email Security, and Endpoint Protection
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116 Inverness Dr E
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Englewood, Colorado 80112, US
Employees at DirectDefense
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Andre Frech
Technical Writer | Technical Editor | Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert (SME) | Information Security Practitioner | Threat Intelligence Analyst |…
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Beau Shahriary
COO @ DirectDefense | Information Security, Cybersecurity
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Christian Juan
Director of Talent Acquisition at DirectDefense
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Jim Broome
Updates
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We have arrived at EXEC.SEC.CON. and are enjoying this fantastic event! Visit us at booth 11 to learn more about our managed security services, network and application security testing, and IoT/OT service offerings. #execseccon #houstontech #managedservices #mssp Jenny O'Connor Taylor Crow DirectDefense HOU.SEC.CON.
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New developments in generative #AI are transforming both consumer and business landscapes. However, as adoption grows, so do concerns over data security. Explore DirectDefense President and CTO Jim Broome's insights on managing risks in gen AI for the enterprise: https://lnkd.in/gJX6j9sA VMblog #generativeAI #cybersecurity #enterprisesecurity #genAI
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📅Aug. 15: Join us for the next Vertical Insights symposium on #datacenter #security! 🕋 As demand for data storage, in general, and cloud services, in particular, grows rapidly, so does the need for data centers. At thousands of sites across the country, these facilities, each holding vast amounts of digital information essential to the operation of businesses and organizations, have effectively become a new component of critical infrastructure. This makes ensuring their security and resilience vital to the functioning of society. This symposium will examine physical security and cybersecurity challenges that must be addressed by data centers, as well as technology solutions and best practices that can be leveraged to protect them. 🎤Speakers: Amy Dunton, MBA, business development specialist, data centers, Ameristar Perimeter Security USA Inc., an ASSA ABLOY Group brand Will Knehr, MS, MBA, CISSP, PMP, senior manager of information security and data privacy, i-PRO Americas Inc. David McWhorter, Ph.D., The Homeland Security Consulting Group, LLC Christopher Walcutt, CISM, CISSP, chief security officer, DirectDefense M. Shawn Wallace, director, critical infrastructure, Unlimited Technology Inc 🔗Learn more and RSVP at the link in the comments! #securityindustry
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Are you attending Security BSides Albuquerque? Don't miss this session by Paul Hardin, Senior Application Security Consultant at DirectDefense. In this session, Paul will explore how interdisciplinary insights can enrich testing strategies during business logic testing. He will examine the use of Quality Assurance processes and techniques from video games to provide alternative perspectives on application testing. Get your ticket at https://lnkd.in/g2TpaJTp Photo credit: Security BSides Albuquerque #BSidesABQ #NewMexico #appsec
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Congratulations to DirectDefense CSO Christopher Walcutt, CISM, CISSP, and all other members for being named to the 2024 ManuSec: Cyber Security for Manufacturing Steering Committee! Chris is offering firsthand insights on the cybersecurity obstacles encountered by U.S. manufacturers, ensuring that the most relevant topics and challenges faced by the sector are addressed at this conference. Check out the summit’s 2-day agenda 🔗 https://lnkd.in/d9zwvt7 📌Early Bird Offer: Register by August 2nd to save $250 on your 2-day pass! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dmvPYyP
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We're looking forward to connecting with Houston-area executives on July 18 at EXEC.SEC.CON.! Visit us at booth #11 to learn more about DirectDefense's managed services, professional services, and IoT/OT service offerings. DM Account Executives Taylor Crow or Jenny O'Connor to schedule an on-site meeting. See you there! #houstontech #execseccon #cybersecurity #infosec #mssp
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Wishing you a safe and joyful Fourth of July 🇺🇸! Stay safe, stay secure, and enjoy the festivities! #IndependenceDay #FourthofJuly
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Nolen J., Sr. OT/Hardware Security Consultant of DirectDefense and his research partner uncovered a chain of two vulnerabilities allowing unauthorized code execution on the Google Pixel Tablet Dock, potentially compromising Pixel devices and other Nest products with AMLogic chips. These exploits could enable attackers to inject malware, clone device IDs for unauthorized access, and compromise smart-home security. Learn more about the technical details and implications of these vulnerabilities in Nolen's latest blog: https://lnkd.in/gXQghRYn #googlepixel #google #hardwaresecurity #cve
Bypassing the Google Pixel Tablet Dock Secure Boot
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WATCH: If you were unable to attend RSA Conference this year or missed DirectDefense CSO Christopher Walcutt, CISM, CISSP's session at the conference about third-party risk in OT environments, you can now watch the presentation on YouTube. Check it out: https://lnkd.in/g3PtZfvG #operationaltechnology #mssp #managedservices #ransomware
Navigating Third-Party Risk in OT Environments
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