The Aether:
A blog by RoguePoint Security

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Attacking the Prompt: Understanding Prompt Injections And Why We Need Detection

We are spending a lot of money in making our offices secure. Video surveillance, keycard access, and a front desk, at the very least, is a common standard. Every employee has a keycard with strict access control rules, ensuring they can only enter authorised areas. Now imagine a thief who has watched a few videos on hypnosis on YouTube. He comes into your office and whispers a special phrase to the front desk officer. Hearing this phrase, the front desk officer forgets all the security rules and common sense and gives the thief a master card for all doors.

March 14, 2025

The Importance of Cybersecurity Due Diligence for Startups

Imagine you're considering purchasing some real estate, say a house. You have likely been at several viewings at this point when you come across the perfect house, and it looks beautiful. The walls are painted, the decor is stylish, it fits your budget, the neighbourhood is what you have been looking for, and the landscaping is pristine. You are a smart buyer, so before you close the deal, you decide to hire an inspector to check what’s beneath the surface.

February 25, 2025

Securing the Supply Chain: What SMBs Need to Know

Unless you have been taking a media break for a while, you have probably noticed that supply chain security has become a hot topic lately, with the global supply chain market size growing from $1.76 billion in 2023 to $1.95 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.8%. Supply chain security is not a new concept by any means, of course, but with the transposition of NIS 2 into national law and the rising tide of supply chain attacks over the past year, it’s been dominating headlines for a good reason.

February 25, 2025

After the Storms Have Passed: SMB Losses, Threats, and Insights from 2024

As 2024 winds down, yearly cybersecurity reports are rolling in from all corners of the globe, provided by organisations of all sizes, including public organisations, private companies, vendors, and independent research institutes alike. It’s the perfect time to look back at the year in numbers, reflect on lessons learned, and plan. This is when many businesses set their goals, targets, and budgets (including headcount!) for the new year, especially those focused on preventing and tackling cybersecurity threats. It’s an ideal moment for a cybersecurity “year in review”.

December 23, 2024

Demystifying NIS 2: A look inside the new EU legislation

If you’ve felt seismic shifts in the European cybersecurity landscape recently, it’s likely due to the arrival of the Network and Information Systems 2 (NIS 2) Directive. Entering into force on January 16, 2023, NIS 2 required EU Member States to transpose it into national law by October 17, 2024. Now, as we find ourselves in mid-November 2024, there is a slight panic in the online space and a definite sense of urgency, with organisations still unclear about what navigating NIS 2 compliance will feel like.

December 22, 2024

A Practical Approach for Building Non-Dedicated Cybersecurity Team for SMBs

While we all face similar challenges when it comes to cybersecurity threats, smaller organisations often lack the budget, resources, expertise and software to establish an effective defence, let alone foster a dedicated cybersecurity team. This disparity leaves SMBs vulnerable to an increasingly complex array of cyberattacks. In fact, nearly half of all cyberattacks globally are now targeting SMBs, with threats like phishing, ransomware, and data breaches becoming commonplace.

October 19, 2024

Integrating Open-Source Security Tools for Startups and SMBs: A Guide

When starting a new company, you are playing a high-stakes game. Imagine a real-time strategy game where you need to manage all your resources in the development stage carefully, or otherwise, you don’t stand achance. It’s the phase where you have to make the most impactful decisionsl ong-term while staying agile and adaptive to your current context, and you have limited time and resources.

October 5, 2024

The Aether:A blog by RoguePoint Security