The VITI Security Blog
Practical writing on managed IT + cybersecurity.
By the engineers doing the work - not a marketing team summarizing it. We write when we have something to say, not when the calendar says we should.
When AI Limits Shift: Navigating Vendor Volatility for Secure Operations
Fluctuating AI service limits, like Anthropic's recent changes to Claude Code, aren't just an operational annoyance; they're a critical security signal that demands a proactive strategy to mitigate risks like shadow AI and data exposure.
Hasbro Breach - PII Exposure Isn't Just for Giants
The recent Hasbro data breach highlights that even large enterprises struggle with protecting employee PII. SMBs must recognize this risk is universal and implement robust controls for their own workforce data.
Berlin's Ransomware Stance: What It Means for Your SMB's Defenses
Berlin's refusal to pay ransomware extortionists highlights a critical shift in cyber threats: data exfiltration is now the primary weapon. This means SMBs must pivot their defenses beyond simple encryption recovery.
Beyond Bots: Why Your "Smart" Devices are Critical Attack Vectors
The recent Unitree G1 EDU robot RCE flaws underscore that every connected device, from smart sensors to industrial systems, is a potential entry point for attackers. SMBs must expand their security focus beyond traditional IT to include IoT and OT assets.
AI Agents Attack: Securing Your APIs and Systems from Automated Threats
The Hugging Face incident, reportedly orchestrated by hundreds of rogue AI agents, signals a fundamental shift in threat actor capabilities. Security practitioners must adapt API security, machine identity management, and supply chain vetting for this new era.
Building Agile Defenses Against AI-Accelerated Threats
AI's speed compresses reaction times for defenders. We need to shift our security operations to match, focusing on automation, robust baselines, and a proactive posture to counter advanced AI-driven attacks.
Avada RCE: Why Third-Party WordPress Theme Flaws Demand Proactive Defense
A critical RCE vulnerability in the popular Avada WordPress theme highlights the constant supply chain risk in web applications. Practitioners must prioritize rapid patching, deploy robust WAFs, and maintain vigilant monitoring to counter such threats.
Unpatched Flaws: Lessons from Kaltura's Deserialization Risk
Recent unpatched Kaltura vulnerabilities underscore the critical risks of insecure deserialization and poor patch management, leading to server compromise. Learn what actions practitioners must take now.
Protecting PII: Why SMBs Need to Get Serious About Data Classification and Response
Breaches exposing sensitive PII and medical data are unfortunately common, but often stem from fundamental security control failures within an organization. For many SMBs, the core issue is a lack of rigorous data classification and untested incident response capabilities.