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As 2024 draws to a close, one of North America's most iconic tracks, Irwindale Speedway, is preparing to shut its doors forever. This December 21, Ryan Vargas, an American racer with an international footprint, will take part in the track's final late model race, bringing his incredible journey full circle at the place where his racing dreams began. Closing a Chapter in Racing History For 25 years, Irwindale Speedway has been a beloved hub for motorsports enthusiasts, known as "The House of Drifting." The track has hosted countless memorable moments, but this December marks the end of its era. For Ryan Vargas, a native of La Mirada, California, this closure is especially poignant. Growing up just 18 miles away, Irwindale was more than a track; it was the foundation of his passion for racing. Ryan Vargas: Coming Home At 24 years old, Vargas is returning to Irwindale for the first…

At CPS, we take immense pride in our commitment to fostering the next generation of cybersecurity experts. One of the highlights of our ongoing efforts is our CEO, Patrick Kelley, who has been virtually mentoring students in Kenya on the critical topic of cybersecurity. Patrick's dedication to sharing knowledge and empowering young minds is truly inspiring. His mentoring sessions go beyond just teaching technical skills; they aim to ignite passion, encourage problem-solving, and guide students on their journey to becoming leaders in the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape. Through this initiative, we are not only helping to bridge the skills gap in cybersecurity but also creating opportunities for talented individuals in Kenya to thrive in the global tech community. The mentoring sessions have sparked engaging discussions, with students asking thoughtful and impactful questions. What an incredible set of questions from the first session, covering suicide prevention, substance abuse, and cybersecurity: "What is…

Cybercriminals employ sophisticated techniques to infiltrate systems, exfiltrate data, and persist undetected. To effectively counter these threats, organizations must adopt a unified security approach that centralizes detection and response capabilities. Léargas, our Extended Detection and Response (XDR) solution, exemplifies this strategy by providing comprehensive protection against evasive malware. Understanding Evasive Malware Techniques Malware authors utilize a variety of evasion strategies to bypass security measures: Polymorphism: Malware that continuously alters its code to generate unique variants, rendering signature-based detection methods ineffective. This tactic complicates the identification process for traditional antivirus solutions. Code Injection: The insertion of malicious code into legitimate processes or applications, allowing malware to operate under the guise of normal system activity. This method facilitates unauthorized actions while evading detection. Sandbox Evasion: Techniques that enable malware to detect virtualized analysis environments and remain dormant during examination, activating only on actual target systems to avoid detection. Encrypted Payloads: The use…

AWS recently unveiled its advanced Security Incident Response service, a robust offering designed to provide rapid response capabilities for security events within AWS infrastructures. On the surface, this seems like a much-needed lifeline for organizations seeking to safeguard their cloud environments. However, while undeniably powerful, the service's limitations and prohibitive costs raise critical questions about its feasibility for smaller organizations and its ability to address the entire spectrum of modern security challenges. The Cost Barrier AWS's Security Incident Response service is undeniably cutting-edge, but for many smaller organizations, the cost is simply out of reach. These companies often operate on razor-thin budgets, allocating every dollar with precision. Investing in a service that focuses exclusively on AWS infrastructure might not be justifiable when it leaves gaps in other critical areas. Cyber threats don't stop at AWS boundaries-and neither should your response strategy. AWS-Only: A Partial Picture It's important to highlight that…