Silent Sector

Silent Sector

Computer and Network Security

Scottsdale, Arizona 494 followers

Expertise-Driven Cybersecurity

About us

Silent Sector is a cybersecurity firm of industry-leading experts, providing tailored services for the specific needs of mid-market and emerging companies. Our team functions as a complete cybersecurity department for organizations without in-house capabilities. For organizations with internal cybersecurity professionals, Silent Sector is a force multiplier, scaling capacity and accelerating results. Silent Sector also offers penetration testing, cyber risk assessments, compliance support, consulting, and other services to support a proactive security posture and fulfill specific compliance requirements. Services: - Compliance -- SOX & Financial -- HIPAA -- PCI-DSS -- NIST SP 800-171s and 800-53 -- Processes, Policies, & Standards Documentation -- Education & Awareness - Infrastructure & Application Analysis -- Enterprise Cyber Risk Assessment -- Penetration Testing -- Vulnerability Analysis & Remediation -- Decommissioning & Application Lifecycle Strategy -- Social Engineering -- Physical Intrusion Testing - Mergers, Acquisitions, & Divestitures - Post Breach Solutions Primary Industries Served: - B2B Technology (SaaS Companies & System Integrators) - Financial Services - Healthcare - Aerospace & Defense - Education - Manufacturing

Industry
Computer and Network Security
Company size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Scottsdale, Arizona
Type
Privately Held
Founded
2016
Specialties
Cyber Security, Corporate Security Compliance, Information Assurance, Digital Security Architecture, cybersecurity, Penetration Testing, Cyber Risk Assessment, Staff Awareness Training, Post-Breach Forensics, CISO as a Service, virtual CISO, vCISO, HIPAA, SOX, PCI-DSS, NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53, NCUA, cybersecurity compliance, CIS Controls, and CSC-20

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  • 🚨 New Cyber Rants Podcast Episode! 🎙️ The Hidden Risks Within: CIA Lessons on Insider Threats Former CIA officer Michele Rigby Assad joins Zach Fuller and Lauro Chavez to uncover the hidden dangers of insider threats, from Nation-State recruitment to false flag operations. Learn why businesses can’t afford to ignore these risks and discover actionable strategies to recognize, prevent, and respond to them. Michele also shares lessons in resilience and mental toughness while introducing her upcoming book, Get Off The X, which provides tools to overcome challenges and thrive under pressure. This episode is packed with insights you can’t afford to miss! 🎧 Tune in now: https://lnkd.in/gipaG_rd #CyberSecurity #InsiderThreats #CIA #CyberRantsPodcast #BusinessResilience

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    Managing Partner @ Silent Sector | Cybersecurity Professionals Protecting the Foundation of the American Economy - Mid-Market and Emerging Companies

    🚨 Former CIA Agent shares the realities of Insider Threats on the Cyber Rants Podcast 💡 Spies and insider threats aren’t just for the movies. Corporate espionage and other malicious insider activity is happening right now in companies across the United States. From Nation-State recruitment to false flag operations, these risks are real, present, and capable of dismantling even the most secure organizations. In the latest Cyber Rants Podcast, former CIA officer Michele Rigby Assad shares eye-opening insights into the hidden dangers within organizations. Learn how to identify, prevent, and respond to these threats with actionable strategies from someone who’s seen it all. Michele, Lauro Chavez, and I also explore the power of resilience and mental toughness, offering tools to overcome challenges and thrive under pressure—featured in her upcoming book, Get Off The X. 🎧 Don’t miss Episode 127: The Hidden Risks Within: CIA Lessons on Insider Threats: https://lnkd.in/gxWbmJqe #CyberSecurity #InsiderThreats #CIA #CyberRantsPodcast #BusinessResilience

  • Discover the world of counterintelligence and insider threats with former FBI operative Eric O'Neill! In the latest episode of The Cyber Rants Podcast, Zach Fuller and Lauro Chavez are joined by Eric O'Neill, the legendary FBI agent who brought down one of the most notorious spies in U.S. history. Together, they expose the harsh realities of corporate espionage happening right under our noses and explore how counterintelligence strategies directly impact cyber risk management. 🎧 Listen to Episode 126 here or on your favorite podcast platform: https://lnkd.in/gfscZpiw #Cybersecurity #InsiderThreats #Counterintelligence #CISO #CyberRants #Podcast

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    Managing Partner @ Silent Sector | Cybersecurity Professionals Protecting the Foundation of the American Economy - Mid-Market and Emerging Companies

    🎙 Cyber Rants Podcast Episode - Eric O'Neill on Espionage, Insider Threats, and Cybersecurity's Future 🔍 In this episode, Lauro Chavez and I dive into the world of cyber espionage with special guest Eric O'Neill, former FBI counterintelligence operative. Eric is responsible for taking down Robert Hanssen, known as one of the most notorious spies in U.S. history. His work not only ended years of betrayal but also safeguarded countless classified secrets from falling into enemy hands. Eric shares his first-hand experiences battling nation-state threats and provides expert insights into how businesses can defend against today's cyber spies. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone concerned about protecting their organization from the world's most advanced adversaries. 🎧 Check it out here: Silent Sector Podcast - Episode 126 - https://lnkd.in/gsH2RG2G Thank you, Eric O'Neill, for sharing your incredible expertise and stories with us! #CyberSecurity #CyberDefense #CyberEspionage #CyberRants #Podcast

  • See Silent Sector's latest release of information about the 2FA Enrollment Vulnerability identified and published to the tech community via the Internet Engineering Task Force.

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    The vulnerability Silent Sector identified is related to the secret key embedded in QR codes used for 2FA enrollment. When users scan a QR code to link their authentication apps, such as Google Authenticator or Microsoft Authenticator, to access their accounts, the secret key that allows this link never expires. This creates a critical security risk: if a QR code was sent via email, saved to a device, or stored in a repository, hackers could potentially access that code, re-enroll in the 2FA process, and bypass account security measures. “Many organizations trust QR codes as part of their authentication systems, but this discovery shows a significant gap in security,” said Lauro Chavez Partner and Head of Research at Silent Sector. “The issue is that these QR codes, and the secret keys they contain, can be reused indefinitely. That’s a massive risk if they fall into the wrong hands.” Two-factor authentication, or 2FA, is widely used by businesses and individuals to add an extra layer of security to account logins. The process typically requires users to enter not just a password but also a one-time passcode (OTP), which is generated by an authentication app on a user’s phone. This is typically performed after enrolling in the multi-factor authentication process. This process is frequently enabled by scanning a QR code during the initial setup. Indeed, for the better part of a decade, QR code-based 2FA has been considered a highly secure method because it was believed that the secret key embedded in the code expired after the initial setup. However, Silent Sector’s discovery reveals that this is not the case. The secret key embedded in the QR code remains valid indefinitely, allowing a malicious actor to use it to re-enroll and gain access to accounts even if the original user is unaware. “This vulnerability has the potential to impact millions of businesses worldwide, especially those in the mid-market, which may not have the resources or expertise to deal with such sophisticated threats,” Chavez explained. “The ability to reuse these codes without expiration is particularly concerning, as many organizations may not even realize the risk.”

    Understanding the Critical 2FA Vulnerability in QR Code Enrollment Processes Uncovered by Silent Sector — BizTechReports

    Understanding the Critical 2FA Vulnerability in QR Code Enrollment Processes Uncovered by Silent Sector — BizTechReports

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  • 🚨 Major 2FA Vulnerability Discovered by Silent Sector 🚨 We've uncovered a serious flaw in the QR code-based enrollment process for two-factor authentication (2FA). This vulnerability allows cybercriminals to gain unauthorized access to accounts worldwide and immediate action should be taken to prevent compromise. This vulnerability—discovered by our very own Brian Contario—enables attackers to reuse old QR codes stored in emails or backups, bypassing critical security measures. Visit our website for more information and determine whether this 2FA problem affects your organization. We are also providing guidance for effective defense and giving away the code base for developers to remediate the issue. 🌍 This vulnerability was just published with the IETF because affects millions of organizations globally, and the time to act is now. Visit our site to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gin2xxe5 #cybersecurity #2FA #infosec #SilentSector #securitysolutions #vulnerability

    Two Factor Authentication QR Code Vulnerability

    Two Factor Authentication QR Code Vulnerability

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  • 🔐 Don't miss Cyber Rants Podcast: Episode #123 Lauro Chavez and Zach Fuller chat with Denzil Wessels, Founder & CEO of Dymium, Inc, about their revolutionary "Ghost layer" approach to securing data. Discover how this cutting-edge technology offers a new level of control without the need for data duplication. 🎧 Tune in now: https://lnkd.in/gtB6K-BN #CyberSecurity #CyberRantsPodcast #DataSecurity

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    Managing Partner @ Silent Sector | Cybersecurity Professionals Protecting the Foundation of the American Economy - Mid-Market and Emerging Companies

    Data-Centric Security: The Future of Cyber Defense We recently welcomed Denzil Wessels, Founder & CEO of Dymium, Inc, to the Cyber Rants Podcast to discuss groundbreaking innovations in database security. 🚀 In this episode, Denzil introduces Dymium's cutting-edge "Ghost layer" approach—a game changer in cybersecurity. Instead of just securing the network, the "Ghost layer" emphasizes protecting the data itself, offering granular control without the need for data duplication. Dymium's unique focus on securing specific data sets them apart in the cybersecurity landscape, helping organizations stay ahead in the ever-evolving digital age. Plus, Denzil dives into how their platform supports AI initiatives like ChatGPT, ensuring organizations can safely leverage these powerful tools without compromising security. 🎧 Don't miss out on this fresh perspective on safeguarding one of your most valuable assets—your data! 👉 Tune in now: https://lnkd.in/gbXY4axK #CyberSecurity #DataSecurity #AI #CyberDefense #CyberRantsPodcast #TechInnovation

  • 🔒 New Episode Alert! Cyber Rants Podcast - EP 122: Prevent SaaS Data Leakage & Shadow IT 🔒 In this episode, Zach Fuller and Lauro Chavez are joined by Yasir Ali, CEO of Polymer, to tackle one of the most critical challenges in today’s digital world – data leakage and shadow IT. As organizations increasingly rely on SaaS platforms, unauthorized accounts and improper use of these tools create serious security risks. Yasir shares expert insights on how to: 💡 Identify shadow IT within your organization 💡 Mitigate the risks of unauthorized SaaS usage 💡 Implement effective strategies to prevent data leakage This episode is packed with actionable steps to safeguard your data and stay secure across multiple SaaS environments, in an ever-evolving tech landscape. 🎧 Listen now: https://lnkd.in/gMS6iNer #Cybersecurity #SaaS #DataSecurity #ShadowIT #CyberRantsPodcast #SilentSector #Polymer #DataProtection #CyberRants

  • Cyber criminals exploit the human element before hacking machines. Curious about how Human Hacking works? Tune in to Episode 121 of the Cyber Rants Podcast featuring leading social-engineering expert, Christopher Hadnagy! Chris, who trains governments, militaries, and corporations globally on the "Art of Human Hacking," shares insights and techniques to protect against cyber threats. Don't miss out! Listen to the episode here: https://lnkd.in/gcFDsiAi #podcast #socialengineering #humanhacking #cybersecurity #securityawareness #cyberrants

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    Managing Partner @ Silent Sector | Cybersecurity Professionals Protecting the Foundation of the American Economy - Mid-Market and Emerging Companies

    🎙️ Cyber Rants Podcast Episode 121 - Mastering the Art of Social Engineering with Christopher Hadnagy Join Lauro Chavez and me for an incredible conversation with world-renowned social engineering expert, Christopher Hadnagy! Chris shares real examples of why social engineering is so effective and the damage it's causing today. ▶️ Sophisticated techniques being every day used by cybercriminals ▶️ Insider tips for protecting companies from malicious social engineering ▶️ Innovative personal security techniques like human-based MFA and unique code words for family safety 🔗 Listen to Episode 121 here or on any major podcast platform: https://lnkd.in/gSHVwn45 Chris is a prominent speaker at RSA, Black Hat, and DefCon. He is also the author of four influential books, including "Social Engineering: The Art of Human Hacking" and "Human Hacking: Win Friends, Influence People, and Leave Them Better Off for Having Met You." He is the founder of the Innocent Lives Foundation, dedicated to fighting the sexual abuse of children, and the CEO of Social-Engineer, LLC.

  • We receive a lot of questions from new cybersecurity professionals looking to get a head start in their careers. Silent Sector Managing Partner, Zach Fuller, and other technology leaders share their thoughts in this recent Forbes Technology Council article.

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    Technology changes constantly and it’s important to keep up, but there are also traits and abilities that will always help you get ahead in a competitive job market. Read more at https://hubs.li/Q02Hx8Z40 from Merav Yuravlivker of Data Society, Boyan (Bo) Ivanov of StorPool Storage, Song Pang of NetBrain Technologies, Zach Fuller of Silent Sector, Wesley Crook of FP Complete, Artin Bogdanov of Walmart, Amit S. of Deloitte Consulting llp, Shaveer Mirpuri of Insite AI, Andrew Kucheriavy, UXMC of Intechnic, Chirag Shah model n of Model N, Inc., Ed Jennings of Quickbase, Ben G. of TeckPath, Todd Fisher of CallTrackingMetrics, Jose Giammattei of Applaudo, Sarah C. of Ice innovations, Shivani Modi of Konko AI, Mohit Gupta of Damco Solutions, Rachel Lyubovitzky of Setuply, Inc, Joseph Ours, MBA of Centric Consulting, and Vamsi Krishna Dhakshinadhi of GrabAgile Inc

    Council Post: Skills And Specialties Every Budding Tech Professional Should Master

    Council Post: Skills And Specialties Every Budding Tech Professional Should Master

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  • Silent Sector’s Managing Partner, Zach Fuller, recently shared his insights on public speaking in a Forbes article, highlighting it as a crucial skill for tech professionals. "The ability to present insights to an audience in a compelling and memorable way makes a tech professional stand apart from their peers... " Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gtSkidN7 #Cybersecurity #TechLeadership #SilentSector #ForbesTechCouncil #ProfessionalDevelopment

    Council Post: Skills And Specialties Every Budding Tech Professional Should Master

    Council Post: Skills And Specialties Every Budding Tech Professional Should Master

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  • 🔒 New Episode of Cyber Rants - Defending Against Personal Cyber Attacks 🎧 Financial scams and cyber attacks against individuals are impacting more people. In our latest episode, Zach Fuller and Lauro Chavez tackle the issue head-on, discussing common personal finance scams and cyber attacks. They share crucial prevention tips and practical steps to take if you're targeted. 🔗 Listen to the episode here or on your favorite podcast platform: https://lnkd.in/gh-Q733U Share this with your non-tech-savvy friends to keep them safe from online criminals! #CyberSecurity #Podcast #OnlineSafety #SilentSector #PersonalSecurity #CyberAwareness

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