Author: Infosec TechBuzz

In this buzzing world of mobile gaming, where player satisfaction hinges on seamless gameplay and minimal latency, robust backend infrastructure is crucial. Recognizing this critical need, Akamai Technologies has partnered with Devsisters Inc., the renowned developer behind the popular CookieRun franchise. The global leader in cybersecurity and cloud services has taken this step to supercharge its game services infrastructure. The announcement happened on April 4. This strategic collaboration aims to support the rapid global expansion of CookieRun: Kingdom and OvenBreak. This also ensures players worldwide enjoy smooth, immersive experiences without interruption.  Scaling for a Global Audience The CookieRun franchise has…

Why Ignoring App Security May Cost You More Than You Realize Still not convinced app security isn’t a big deal? Let’s examine some more real-life cyber disasters that prove just how disastrous it can be without In-App Protection. From billion-dollar businesses to everyday consumers, nobody is safe when security is compromised. These two high-profile incidents- the Uber data breach and the Starbucks app hack highlights the utmost importance of robust app data protection and application security best practices. The $100,000 Cover-Up Scandal: Uber Hack Uber, in the year 2016, experienced a massive data breach that revealed the personal data of 57…

Imagine this scenario: You’ve just downloaded the latest trendy app that claims to revolutionize your daily life. Maybe it’s an innovative expense tracker to manage your finances efficiently, a personalized fitness coach with a tailored workout plan, or a vibrant social media platform connecting you with like-minded people. You eagerly log in, enter your details, and start using it excitedly. But wait……is your data truly safe? What safeguards are in place to protect your personal information from prying eyes? Or did you just unknowingly hand over your digital identity on a silver platter to cybercriminals? A recent cybersecurity report…

Shifting Lines in the Bot War Once upon a time, bot traffic meant scrapers and spam. Obviously, it can be annoying, but manageable. That era is gone. Today’s bots are smarter, faster, and far more dangerous. From credential stuffing and card fraud to account takeovers and fake ad clicks, bots now make up nearly half the internet’s traffic, and they’re costing businesses billions. This blog compares the SPARK Matrix Bot Management reports from 2023 and 2024, tracking how vendors have shifted across two axes: Technology Excellence and Customer Impact. What we found isn’t just a game of musical chairs, it’s…

The User Authentication market is no longer a slow-moving domain reserved for MFA checkboxes and login screens. In a digital-first world where identity is the new perimeter, authentication has become the front line of security. And in 2024, it’s not just about verifying who you are, it’s about how and when you prove it, with context and behavior driving every decision. As digital threats escalate and identity becomes the primary attack surface, QKS Groups SPARK Matrix™ for User Authentication, across 2023 and 2024, offers a telling view of how the market is evolving, which vendors are pulling ahead, and which…

Deception technology has long flown under the radar in mainstream cybersecurity conversations. However, in 2024, with the rise of supply chain attacks, lateral movement has become harder to detect. Therefore, using deception platforms is no longer optional. It has become essential.  QKS Group’s SPARK Matrix for Deception Technology has mapped out how vendors stack up across technology excellence and customer impact. The Matrix reveals important market shifts from 2023 to 2024. Which includes new leaders, strategic exits, and a recalibration of what “deception” really means in the age of XDR, zero trust, and AI-led defense. In this blog, we will analyze…

In a rapidly transforming cybersecurity landscape, Zero Trust Network Security (ZTNS) has emerged as a foundational pillar for modern enterprise security strategies. The SPARK Matrix™ reports by Quadrant Knowledge Solutions offer an authoritative lens into this evolving domain. Comparing the Q3 2023 and Q3 2024 reports reveals significant shifts in vendor positioning, reflective of technological innovation, market responsiveness, and customer value realization. Market Momentum and Strategic Movements A standout trend in the 2024 matrix is the consolidation of leadership among a few core players while new entrants and rising contenders intensify competition. In 2023, the “Technology Leaders” quadrant was already…

The In-App Protection market, once a niche security function confined to banking and finance, is now surging ahead as a frontline defense against a new wave of cyber threats targeting mobile and cloud-native applications. With the ubiquity of remote work, cloud deployments, and app-driven commerce, the role of in-app security has expanded well beyond simple code obfuscation, it now defines an enterprise’s posture against real-time, zero-day exploitation. In this blog, we explore the SPARK Matrix evaluations for Q1 2023 and Q1 2024, published by Quadrant Knowledge Solutions, with a deep dive into vendor movement across the axes of Technology Excellence…

The Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) market is quickly gaining attention for enterprises due to its ability to swiftly detect, investigate, and mitigate cyber threats. Organizations are not just focused on preventing breaches, they are equally invested in responding faster and learning from incidents to improve future resilience. As such, market research companies have actively started exploring this space and analyzing the competitive dynamics of key DFIR service providers. Today, we will discuss the market analysis of the DFIR services market conducted by QKS Group’s SPARK Matrix for the years 2023 and 2024 and analyze the shifts in participant…