Analysis
Analysis from East Bay Cyber.
10 entries
Cloud Repatriation and Its Implications for Security Architecture
Cloud repatriation is reshaping security architecture, forcing organizations to rethink data protection, control, cost, and operational risk.
Passkeys Won the Standards War, But the Rollout is Where It Gets Messy
Passkeys are now the leading authentication standard, but messy rollout across legacy systems, platforms, and users may slow adoption.
Ransomware Insurance: A Double-Edged Sword in Incident Response
Ransomware insurance can speed recovery and fund response, but it can also weaken security discipline and complicate ransom decisions.
The Bay Area Cybersecurity Job Market in 2026 Is Growing, but Not in the Way Many Candidates Expect
The Bay Area cybersecurity job market in 2026 is expanding, but growth favors specialized, adaptable talent over generic entry-level demand.
The Compliance-Industrial Complex: When SOC 2 Becomes Security Theater
SOC 2 compliance can help, but too often it rewards paperwork over resilience. Here is why security teams should treat it as a floor, not proof.
The Uncomfortable Truth About MDR: Outsourcing Judgment
MDR can enhance coverage but also outsources judgment. Understand the trade-offs for security teams and SMB owners.
Why Most Threat Intelligence Feeds Are Noise for Teams
Most threat intelligence feeds create more noise than value unless they match your environment, tools, and decision process.
Why 'Patch Everything' Is Bad Advice: Understanding Risk-Based Patching
Patch everything sounds safe, but risk-based patching is often the smarter way to reduce exposure without creating avoidable outages.
Why SMBs Are Abandoning Traditional SIEMs
Small and mid-size businesses are leaving traditional SIEMs behind as costs, complexity, and stronger alternatives reshape security operations.