Author: Rabindra

New Tenable Research Reveals Only 3% of Vulnerabilities Pose Significant Cybersecurity Risk

New Delhi, 3rd September, 2024 – Tenable®, the exposure management company, has released a research report titled “The Critical Few: How to Expose and Close the Threats that Matter” that identifies the key exposure points within organisations and outlines actionable steps to mitigate potential cyber threats that could endanger business operations.

Over the past two decades, Tenable has collected and analysed approximately 50 trillion data points related to over 240,000 vulnerabilities. From this extensive dataset, Tenable developed a methodology revealing that only 3% of these vulnerabilities frequently result in significant exposure risks.

With cybersecurity teams overwhelmed by vast amounts of fragmented threat intelligence and vulnerability data, Tenable conducted this study to help these teams shift toward a proactive defence strategy, focusing on eliminating the most dangerous threats.

The study leveraged the Vulnerability Priority Rating (VPR) model, which Tenable developed to reflect the current threat landscape. VPR values range from 0.1 to 10, with higher values indicating a greater likelihood of exploitation.

Vulnerabilities with a VPR above 9.0 are likely to be exploited if exposed, making them high-priority targets. In contrast, those with VPRs between 7.0 and 8.9 present a moderate risk, while medium and low categories (0.1 to 6.9) are less likely to be exploited.

For example, on June 2, 2024, the study analysed nearly 240,000 vulnerabilities and found that only 3.1% of them—fewer than 7,500—were classified as Critical or High.

“Context matters. Without the right context, cybersecurity teams will always be in reactive mode, trying to fix every single vulnerability, making it impossible to keep all systems updated and secure,” said Nigel Ng, Senior Vice President, Asia Pacific and Japan, Tenable. “Organisations have relied on the common vulnerability scoring system (CVSS) for a long time, which doesn’t offer a holistic picture of cyber risks and exposures. A proactive and preventive defence strategy requires exposure management, and a new metric to measure risk offering security professionals the much-needed context on which vulnerabilities and risk exposures to focus on,” he added.

National Medical Commission Withdraws Notice on Discontinuation of CPS Courses

Mumbai, September 3, 2024 – The National Medical Commission (NMC) has officially withdrawn its previous public notice dated August 16, 2024, regarding the discontinuation of all courses offered under the umbrella of the College of Physicians & Surgeons (CPS), Mumbai. This decision, in compliance with the Hon’ble High Court of Judicature at Bombay’s Order dated August 22, 2024, has been widely seen as a victory for medical education and for students who wish to pursue CPS postgraduate courses.

The initial public notice by the NMC had raised significant concerns within the medical community, leading to widespread speculation about the motives behind the move. CPS is a medical institution by definition of erstwhile IMC Act 1956 or as per section 2(i) of NMC Act 2019 and has been established as “Examining Body” by the then Indian Government in year 1912 as per order. Its unique status in Maharashtra, where it remains the only institution of its kind, has made it a crucial player in the region’s healthcare sector.

Dr. Ajay D. Sambre, President, College of Physicians & Surgeons of Mumbai, said, “CPS welcomes this decision by NMC and with this decision, all negative remarks and speculations will stop.” He Further added, “With this order, not only CPS but the entire alumni of CPS and the future students have received justice.”

The controversy surrounding the decision to discontinue CPS courses has prompted questions about whether regional dynamics and competition might have influenced the move. Despite the withdrawal of the notice, these concerns remain largely unaddressed.

CPS has reiterated its commitment to high standards of medical education and has expressed its willingness to engage constructively with the NMC and various medical bodies to ensure compliance and continue its legacy of producing qualified medical professionals.

Inspiring the Next Generation: The Power of Teachers

By-Anjali Arya, Commercial Application’s Teacher at TAS

I strongly believe that the role of a teacher is multifaceted. As educators, we have the privilege of shaping young minds and inspiring the next generation of leaders, innovators, and change-makers. But how do we unlock the full potential of our students? How do we spark the flame of curiosity, creativity, and passion that will drive them to succeed?

First and foremost, we must share our own passion for learning. When we teach with enthusiasm and excitement, our students can’t help but catch the bug. We must connect the dots between academic concepts and real-world applications, making learning relevant and purposeful.

But inspiration goes beyond the classroom. We must take a genuine interest in our students’ lives, interests, and strengths. We must build relationships, offer guidance and support, and celebrate their progress and achievements.

We must also be willing to adapt and evolve, using innovative approaches to reach students with different learning styles and needs. And we must lead by example, demonstrating the values, behaviours, and work ethic we expect from our students.

As teachers, we have the power to inspire, to motivate, and to empower. We have the power to change lives. So let us embrace this responsibility with passion, creativity, and dedication. Let us inspire our students to reach for the stars, to dream big, and to never give up on their aspirations.

Together, we can shape a brighter future, one student at a time.

Century Pulp and Paper appoints Ajay Gupta as the CEO

Mumbai, 3 September: With over two decades of experience, Gupta has an impressive track record of transforming large-scale operations and establishing globally competitive manufacturing facilities.

Before joining Century Pulp & Paper, Gupta served as Senior President and Unit Head at Grasim Industries Limited | Pulp & Fibre Mr. Ajay Kumar Gupta brings a wealth of experience in textile manufacturing – Pulp & Fibre businesses and a proven track record of driving success and growth in his previous roles. He is an acclaimed stalwart in business automation & is known for the turnaround of business units towards sustainable profitability.

His career also includes leadership roles at APRIL, where he led the construction of the world’s largest integrated Greenfield Viscose manufacturing facility, and at Archean Group Company, where he spearheaded the establishment of a marine chemical complex in Gujarat.

Gupta’s academic background includes stellar institutions like BITS Pilani, IIM Bangalore & INSEAD – The Business School for the World.

OAP Transforms into OAP Mediatech, Redefining the Future of Media Solutions

National, September 03, 2024: Outdoor Advertising Professionals (I) Pvt. Ltd., widely recognized as OAP, is proud to announce its rebranding to OAP Mediatech Private Limited, reflecting its evolution into a comprehensive media solutions provider. Since its inception in 2002, OAP has been at the forefront of the Out-of-Home (OOH) advertising industry, closing the financial year of 2022-2023 with a remarkable revenue of Rs. 373 Crores.

OAP Meditech appointed Yash Punjabi as Business Director to lead the planning, and strategy team for ATL Media. Yash brings a wealth of experience from GroupM and OMD. Vipul Mehta has joined very recently as Head Buying and Operations. Vipul is a veteran having multimedia experience at Dentsu, Zenith Optimedia and Graphene before joining OAP Mediatech.

The rebranding to OAP Mediatech aligns with the company’s enhanced focus on leveraging technology, data, and research to offer a wider range of services beyond traditional OOH media. This strategic shift underscores the company’s dedication to innovation and its commitment to understanding and influencing consumer behavior across various media platforms.

Speaking of the announcement, Abhijit Sengupta, CEO, said “OAP was launched as an OOH specialist agency. Over time, we expanded our services beyond OOH, incorporating research, data, and technology. Our new name, OAP Mediatech, reflects our broader capabilities and commitment to connecting clients with a variety of services across different platforms.”

He further added, “Post pandemic in a short span of time, we’ve launched many new services like ProLocator for OOH, a location intelligence planning tool, and now are working on attribution and reverse targeting. We’re also conducting large-scale EEG studies for AIS (Attention Impact Score) and have deployed ProVisualiser, a survey tool using advanced computer vision technology.”

Nida Rides to Global Glory as First Indian Woman in FEI Endurance World Championship

Kochi 03rd, September, 2024: Indian equestrian Nida Anjum Chelat, continues to make history on the global stage by competing in the FEI Endurance World Championship for Seniors. Building on her outstanding success in last year’s FEI Junior Championship, Nida is once again set to make history and bring pride to India. The 22-year-old from Tirur, Kerala, will proudly represent India at the FEI Endurance World Championship for Seniors, taking place in Monpazier, France, on September 7th, 2024. This prestigious event, conducted by the International Equestrian Federation (FEI), is a landmark moment for Indian equestrian sports as this achievement places her among titans of global equestrian sports who have honed their craft in countries known for their deep-rooted equestrian traditions and facilities.

Nida will compete aboard her mare, Petra del Rey, against 144 riders from 40 countries. Accompanied by her backup horse, Design du Claud, a stallion, Nida will tackle the gruelling 160-kilometer course. Competing against the stalwarts of the global equestrian sports from powerhouses like UAE- Bahrain – Italy – Spain -France – Uruguay- Argentina- Britain-Hungry —nations that have long dominated the endurance championships—Nida’s entry is nothing short of a milestone. These are countries that have invested heavily in their equestrian programs, with resources, training facilities, and a history of producing world-class riders. With challenges in resources and facilities compared to her global counterparts, Nida’s journey for the FEI Endurance World Championship for Seniors is a moment of immense pride for India.

“I am incredibly excited and honoured to represent India at the Endurance World Championship for Seniors,” said Nida Anjum Chelat.“The experience and confidence gained from last year’s Junior Championship have fueled my drive for this challenge. It’s incredibly inspiring to receive so much love and support from everyone around me, and it motivates me to give my very best for our country on the global stage.” She shared.

The FEI championships are among the most esteemed in the equestrian world and competing in them places Nida among the top endurance riders globally. The competition demands not just physical fortitude but an unbreakable bond between rider and horse, as they navigate a course that truly tests their mettle. The championship is renowned for testing the endurance, skill, and synergy between rider and horse, with challenging loops designed to push both to their limits.

Nida has already made history by becoming the first Indian to complete the FEI Equestrian World Endurance Championship for Juniors and Young Riders last year. She accomplished the 120 km course in just 7 hours and 29 minutes, competing alongside 70 riders from 25 countries with her horse, Epsilonn Salou.

As Nida gears up to make history again at the FEI Endurance World Championship for Seniors, her journey serves as an inspiration to aspiring equestrians in India and a proud moment for the nation, standing firm among the world’s best and making the nation proud. Race can be followed on the Yamamah App.