Cybersecurity

Artificial intelligence (AI) has transformed the way companies operate, offering efficiencies and new capabilities. However, its uncontrolled adoption by employees, often without the knowledge or approval of management, is creating a new and significant cyber risk in Chile. This phenomenon, known as Shadow AI, represents a silent threat to Corporate Cybersecurity and regulatory compliance. In today’s dynamic digital environment, where the Chile Cybersecurity Framework Law and ANCI are redefining the security landscape, it is crucial for leaders to understand the implications of these tools. ...

A recent cybersecurity audit, conducted by our expert team at Comfidentia, revealed critical vulnerabilities in the technological infrastructure of a recognized healthcare organization. This audit, requested following a minor data leak incident, identified failures in network segmentation, deficiencies in internal access control, and the absence of updated backup protocols. The audit included penetration testing, access policy review, and regulatory compliance analysis, revealing results that exposed unnecessary exposure to threats such as ransomware and internal attacks. ...

In an increasingly digitalized world, organizations constantly face new cyber threats. Reducing the digital attack surface is essential to protect information assets and maintain operational continuity. What is the attack surface? The attack surface refers to all entry points and vulnerabilities that an attacker can exploit to access an organization’s systems. This includes: Exposed web applications and APIs Network services accessible from the internet Weak or compromised credentials Systems without security patches Insecure configurations Key Recommendations 1. Asset Inventory Maintain an up-to-date inventory of all your technological assets: servers, applications, IoT devices, and cloud services. ...