Introduction: Security Testing Must Evolve with Attacks As cyber threats rise, web applications, GenAI workloads, and APIs have become prime targets. WAFs remain a critical first line of defense, but as attackers move beyond basic OWASP Top 10 techniques, WAF testing must evolve. Modern attacks increasingly rely on evasion methods, payload padding, and zero-day techniques designed to bypass signature-based WAFs. The WAF Comparison Project 2026 presents the results of our third annual, real-world evaluation of WAF efficacy (see the last year result here), using over 1 million legitimate requests and 74,000 malicious payloads to assess 14 leading WAF vendors, including […]

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Global Attack Volumes Climb Worldwide In January 2026, the global volume of cyber attacks continued its steady escalation. Organizations worldwide experienced an average of 2,090 cyber‑attacks per organization per week, marking a 3% increase from December and a 17% rise compared to January 2025. This growth reflects a landscape increasingly shaped by the expansion of ransomware activity and mounting data‑exposure risks driven by widespread GenAI adoption. Check Point Research data shows that January’s upward trajectory underscores a persistent and evolving cyber threat environment — one defined by fast‑moving ransomware operations and intensifying GenAI‑related risks. Critical Sectors Face Intensified Pressure The […]

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Generative AI is transforming cyber defense. Technical expertise remains critical, but AI-driven threats demand more than individual skill – they require the collective intelligence of the organization’s SOC. To understand how businesses are adapting, Infinity Global Services analyzed training consumption trends from 2023 to 2025. The findings reveal a decisive shift from individual courses to team-based subscriptions, signaling a new approach to workforce development in the age of AI. The Data: A Shift in Mindset Infinity Global Services’ training data shows a clear change in procurement strategies. Individual course purchases have declined by 33%, while team-based subscription models have surged, […]

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