OnDefend & BlindSPOT 2024 Wrapped: Highlights, Innovations, and Cybersecurity Lessons
Reflecting on 2024 in Cybersecurity
Celebrating Success & Growth: 2024 in Review
This year was a whirlwind (in a good way). From being named TikTok’s Independent Security Inspector to rolling out some of the most impactful updates for BlindSPOT yet. Along the way, we welcomed new talent, expanded partnerships, and tackled some of the biggest challenges in cybersecurity.
Major Milestones and Partnerships
Trusted by Industry Leaders: TikTok and BDO Digital
TikTok U.S. Data Security selected OnDefend as its Independent Security Inspector
OnDefend’s rigorous application and network penetration testing standards was one of the reasons OnDefend was selected as the Independent Security Inspector for TikTok USDS this year. Our role continues into 2025, to ensure that TikTok USDS platform’s security strictly complies with national and global cybersecurity standards.
BDO Digital integrates OnDefend’s cutting-edge Breach & Attack Simulation (BAS) into its Active Assure Security Service
“Our collaboration with OnDefend empowers BDO Digital to offer our clients real-time validation that enhances defenses against the dynamic and sophisticated nature of cyber threats,” said Ric Opal, BDO Digital Principal & National Leader of IT Solutions and Strategic Partnerships.
Game-Changing BlindSPOT Updates in 2024
Enhancing Cybersecurity with BlindSPOT’s Top Features
This year, BlindSPOT became even more powerful, helping organizations like yours identify security control “blind spots” faster than ever.
Key Highlights:
- The launch of Alert Validation
- New PowerShell Module
- Offline Scoring Sheets
Everything on the BlindSPOT roadmap is designed to make it the best option for you to safely and quickly test your defenses, and a lot of the ideas we’ve featured in these updates have come from customer feedback and suggestions, so thank you!
Catch Up on the Latest Updates
OnDefend’s Growth and Recognition
Celebrating Rapid Growth and Industry Recognition
OnDefend is recognized as one of the world’s fastest-growing Gator businesses in 2024.
OnDefend named the 37th fastest growing Gator business globally in 2024 by the University of Florida Alumni Association’s prestigious Gator100 program.
This recognition celebrates the achievements of alumni-led businesses worldwide and underscores the significant contributions of Gators in various industries.
Honored as an honoree in GrowFL’s 14th Annual Florida Companies to Watch
OnDefend was selected as an honoree in the 14th Annual GrowFL Florida Companies to Watch Awards. Selected from over 500 nominees, OnDefend joins a select group of second-stage companies celebrated for their contributions to Florida’s economic growth, innovation, and resilience.
Welcoming New Talent to OnDefend
New Leaders Strengthening OnDefend’s Mission
Former Department of Defense, Booz Allen & EY exec Wayne Loveless joins OnDefend
Wayne Loveless is a globally recognized cybersecurity engineer, strategist, and leader with more than 25 years of industry experience across the Government and Public Sector, Defense, Energy, Oil and Gas and Healthcare industries.
He has led and supported teams in the development of National Cybersecurity Strategies, development and implementation of large-scale enterprise cybersecurity programs, research and development, and cybersecurity engineering in government and private industry.
Aaron Rosenmund Joins OnDefend as Senior Director of Programs and Tradecraft
With a passion for redefining cybersecurity strategy and prevention, Aaron brings extensive expertise in red teaming, threat emulation, and security testing.
In addition to his role as Senior Director of Programs and Tradecraft, Aaron will serve as associate program director for the Independent Security Inspector program with TikTok USDS. He will lead teams to ensure the effectiveness of security measures for TikTok USDS, while driving innovation and implementing his strategic vision across OnDefend’s services and product offerings.
Lessons Learned From 2024’s Top Cyber-Attacks
The Biggest Cyber-Attacks of 2024 and Key Takeaways
This year has been a whirlwind for cyber-attacks which made narrowing down this list particularly difficult. Taking into consideration level of critically, financial disruption, and overall impact, we present the biggest attacks of the year:
1. Change Healthcare Ransomware Attack
2. China’s Espionage Campaign Targeting U.S. Telecommunications
3. AT&T’s Data Breach Affects Nearly All Customers
4. Ticketmaster and Snowflake Attack
5. Synnovis Ransomware Attack on London Hospitals
BONUS: Go behind the scenes with a healthcare CISO to unpack the BlackCat ransomware attack on Change Healthcare. Watch Here.
Looking Ahead to 2025
What to look out for in the new year: Ransomware Defense Validation
Built by security leaders for security leaders to combat the growing ransomware pandemic. The RDV service simulates real-world attacks using OnDefend’s proprietary solution, BlindSPOT to consitently prove your defenses in depth are protecting your organizations:
- Secure Email Gateway (SEG)
- Threat Detection Tools
- Threat Response Teams
Join us in the new year as we reimagine ransomware defense, showcasing RDV in action within a prominent healthcare system. See real results and the difference proactive security testing can make in real time.
Want a sneak peek? Learn more here.
Thank you for taking the time to read our updates. We are committed as an organization to continue pushing boundaries within the world of innovation. OnDefend & BlindSPOT are the products of that. If you would like to learn more or have any suggested recommendations, please reach out: Contact Us.
About OnDefend:
OnDefend, established in 2016, stands at the forefront of preventative cybersecurity testing and advisory services, a reputation further enhanced by the introduction of its advanced Breach and Attack Simulation (BAS) Software as a Service (SaaS) platform, BlindSPOT. OnDefend is a trusted partner, empowering organizations globally to proactively combat real-world cyber threats. From ensuring compliance with industry standards to building out mature security programs our mission is to ensure that the security resources our customers invest in are well-utilized, effective, and provide tangible results. For more information about their services and solutions, contact us.