Security Whitepapers
In-depth research and analysis on the latest cybersecurity threats, frameworks, and defense strategies from the Dalwax research team.
The State of Ransomware 2025: Trends, Tactics, and Countermeasures
Comprehensive analysis of ransomware evolution including double/triple extortion models, RaaS affiliate ecosystems, AI-generated phishing lures, and VMware ESXi-targeting variants. Includes a 12-step ransomware resilience framework.
45 pages · Published March 2025Zero Trust Architecture: A Practical Implementation Guide for Enterprises
Step-by-step guide to implementing NIST SP 800-207 Zero Trust across identity, device, network, application, and data pillars. Includes reference architectures, vendor selection criteria, and migration timelines.
62 pages · Published January 2025AI-Powered Threat Detection: Building ML Models for SOC Operations
Technical deep-dive into machine learning approaches for threat detection including supervised classification, unsupervised anomaly detection, graph neural networks for lateral movement, and LLM-assisted alert triage.
38 pages · Published December 2024Cloud Security Posture Management: Benchmark Report Across 500 Environments
Aggregated findings from 500 cloud security assessments across AWS, Azure, and GCP. Reveals the most common misconfigurations, IAM anti-patterns, and compliance gaps with remediation priorities.
52 pages · Published November 2024HIPAA Security in the Age of Telehealth: Compliance & Technical Controls
Comprehensive guide to securing telehealth platforms, remote patient monitoring systems, and cloud-hosted EHR systems under HIPAA Security Rule and HITRUST CSF requirements.
34 pages · Published October 2024Quantifying Cyber Risk with FAIR: A Board-Level Reporting Framework
How to translate technical security metrics into financial risk language that resonates with boards and executives using the Factor Analysis of Information Risk (FAIR) methodology.
28 pages · Published September 2024