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CSO: 8 guiding principles for reskilling the SOC for agentic AI

Josh Taylor, Lead Cybersecurity Analyst at Fortra, was featured in a recent CSO article focused on reskilling security operations teams for agentic AI. The article explores how CISOs are preparing SOC analysts for more autonomous security operations, with agentic systems handling large volumes of alerts, while humans focus on oversight, governance, and decision-making. Josh shares insight into how...
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National Cyber Security: Top 10 Best Digital Risk Protection (DRP) Platforms in 2026

Fortra was included in a 2026 industry roundup published by National Cyber Security, which evaluated the Top 10 Best Digital Risk Protection (DRP) Platforms. Fortra’s PhishLabs Digital Risk Protection was recognized for its strength in phishing detection and takedown services, analyst‑driven intelligence, and protection against social engineering and fraud. The piece positions PhishLabs as a...
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The Hitchhiker’s Guide to IT Podcast: What IT Leaders Get Wrong About Modernization

Rohit Dhamankar, Associate VP of Product Strategy at Fortra, was featured in a bonus segment of The Hitchhiker’s Guide to IT podcast discussing a common misconception around IT modernization. In the episode, Rohit explains that modernization isn’t just about moving faster. As organizations adopt cloud, SaaS, and AI technologies, he highlights how a lack of visibility across complex environments...
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Manufacturing.net: How You Should Approach a Ransomware Attack

Chris Reffkin, Chief Security & Risk Officer at Fortra, authored an article for Manufacturing.net that outlines how technology and security leaders should react in the critical early moments of a ransomware attack. He explains why containment must remain the top priority, how leaders should communicate clearly and quickly with executives, and how to assess the impact with support from legal and incident response teams.
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​​CSO: Microsoft privilege escalation issue forces the debate: ‘When is something a security hole?’​

​​CSO covered Fortra’s disclosure of a Microsoft privilege escalation issue that allows attackers to bypass UAC prompts. Fortra's Tyler Reguly explained that this bypass removes key security checks, posing a risk. Microsoft disagrees, calling it a convenience issue, but the debate continues.​
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How to Fortify Defenses Before Threats Materialize

Cyber threats are becoming more sophisticated and frequent, yet many organizations still face challenges due to limited resources. In ITSecurityWire, Fortra's Chris Reffkin highlights prioritizing remediation, closing the skills gap, and ongoing improvement.
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HelpSystems (now Fortra) Completes Acquisition of Network Monitoring Pioneer, Dartware—Its Third Acquisition in 2012

Eden Prairie, MN, January 10, 2013 – HelpSystems, LLC, a world leader in systems management, security, and business intelligence software, announced it has completed the acquisition of Dartware, LLC, a network management software company. The acquisition, which completed in December, represents the growing company’s third acquisition in 2012 and ninth overall. Based in New Hampshire, Dartware is...