At CyberNetSec.io, we are committed to providing accurate, timely, and actionable threat intelligence to the cybersecurity community. Our editorial policy reflects our dedication to journalistic integrity, factual accuracy, and transparent operations.
This policy outlines the standards and processes we follow to ensure the quality and reliability of our content.
Core Editorial Principles
1. Accuracy First
Accuracy is the foundation of trust. We commit to:
- Verify all information from multiple reputable sources before publication
- Clearly distinguish between confirmed facts and speculation
- Provide confidence levels for threat attribution when appropriate
- Promptly correct any errors or inaccuracies we identify
- Update articles when new information becomes available
2. Editorial Independence
Our editorial decisions are made independently, free from commercial or external influence:
- Content decisions are based solely on newsworthiness and value to security professionals
- We do not accept payment for coverage or editorial placement
- Analysis and recommendations reflect our independent technical assessment
- Any sponsored content or partnerships are clearly disclosed
3. Transparency
We operate with transparency about our methods, sources, and processes:
- Clear attribution to original sources with proper links
- Disclosure of our analytical methodology
- Identification of information limitations or uncertainties
- Open communication about corrections and updates
- Transparent about our team and expertise
4. Objectivity & Balance
We strive for objective analysis and balanced reporting:
- Present facts without sensationalism or bias
- Provide context and multiple perspectives when relevant
- Avoid speculation presented as fact
- Base severity assessments on technical evidence
- Acknowledge limitations in our analysis
Content Standards & Process
Source Verification
We prioritize reputable, authoritative sources:
Primary Sources:
- • Government cybersecurity agencies (CISA, NCSC, etc.)
- • Security vendor research teams
- • Vulnerability databases (NVD, MITRE)
- • Official vendor security advisories
- • Peer-reviewed research
Trusted Media:
- • Established cybersecurity news outlets
- • Industry publications with editorial standards
- • Recognized security researchers
- • Vetted threat intelligence platforms
We cross-reference information from multiple sources and prioritize primary sources whenever possible. All sources are clearly attributed with links to original material.
Fact-Checking Process
Every piece of content undergoes strict human-defined rules and automation execution to:
- 1.Source Verification: Confirm content used is non-refuted by authoritative sources
- 2.Technical Review: Security analysts cross-reference claims across 2 or more reputable sources
- 3.Context Verification: Ensure proper context and avoid misleading framing
- 4.Quality Assurance: Final review before publication
Analysis Standards
Our derivative analysis adds value beyond source material:
- MITRE ATT&CK Mapping: Every threat analyzed against MITRE ATT&CK framework by security professionals
- D3FEND Integration: Defensive countermeasures mapped to D3FEND framework
- Impact Assessment: Evaluation of potential organizational impact based on technical analysis
- Detection Guidance: Actionable detection strategies developed by SOC analysts
- Mitigation Recommendations: Practical mitigation steps aligned with industry best practices
- Observable Extraction: Machine-readable IOCs extracted and validated
Our analysis represents original work using methodologies used by experienced security professionals and is clearly distinguished from source material.
Corrections & Updates Policy
When We Make Corrections
We take accuracy seriously and promptly correct any errors:
- Factual errors are corrected immediately upon discovery
- Corrections are clearly noted with date and description of the change
- Significant corrections are highlighted prominently in the article
- Original incorrect information may be preserved with strikethrough for transparency
Content Updates
Cybersecurity threats evolve rapidly. We update articles when:
- New Information Emerges: Significant developments related to the original threat
- Patches Released: Vendor releases fixes or mitigations
- Threat Evolution: Attack techniques or impact changes
- Attribution Updates: New intelligence about threat actors
All updates are timestamped and summarized in an "Updates" section at the top of the article.
Found an Error?
We welcome corrections from our community. If you identify an error:
- 1. Email us at cyber@sharefront.net
- 2. Include the article URL and specific error details
- 3. Provide supporting sources or evidence when possible
We review all correction requests within 24 hours and respond with our findings.
Source Attribution
We believe in giving credit where credit is due and maintaining transparency about our information sources.
Our Attribution Standards:
- Direct Links: Every article includes links to original source material
- Clear Citations: Original researchers, vendors, and publications are explicitly credited
- Derivative Work: Our original analysis, MITRE mapping, and recommendations are clearly identified as our work
- Research Credit: Security researchers and their organizations are prominently credited
What Constitutes Our Original Work:
- MITRE ATT&CK technique mapping and analysis
- D3FEND countermeasure recommendations
- Impact assessments and business risk analysis
- Detection strategies and SIEM query examples
- Mitigation guidance and remediation steps
- Observable extraction and formatting
- Content synthesis and structured presentation
Responsible Disclosure
We adhere to responsible disclosure principles when handling vulnerability information:
- No Exploit Code: We do not publish full exploit code that could enable attacks
- Vendor Notification: We respect responsible disclosure timelines set by security researchers
- Patch Availability: We note when patches or mitigations are available
- Context Over Sensationalism: Focus on defensive actions rather than hype
Content Aggregation & Deduplication
Our platform aggregates cybersecurity news from multiple sources. Here's how we handle content:
Daily Deduplication
We automatically identify and consolidate duplicate reporting on the same incident or vulnerability. When multiple sources report the same story, we:
- • Merge duplicate stories into a single comprehensive article
- • Cite all relevant sources
- • Preserve unique insights from each source
- • Update the consolidated article when new information emerges
Value-Added Analysis
We don't simply republish source material. Our derivative work includes:
- • Security framework mapping (MITRE ATT&CK, D3FEND)
- • Technical analysis and context
- • Actionable recommendations for defenders
- • Observable extraction and structuring
- • Impact assessment and prioritization guidance
Our Editorial Team
CyberNetSec.io is operated by a small team of cybersecurity professionals with diverse backgrounds:
Experience Areas
- • Security Operations Center (SOC) analysts
- • Threat intelligence researchers
- • Incident response practitioners
- • Vulnerability assessment specialists
- • Security engineering professionals
Editorial Oversight
- • Technical accuracy review
- • Quality assurance processes
- • Content standards enforcement
- • Source verification protocols
- • Continuous improvement initiatives
Learn more about our team and mission on our About Us page.
Conflicts of Interest
We maintain editorial independence and transparency regarding potential conflicts of interest:
- No Pay-for-Play: We do not accept payment for editorial coverage, article placement, or favorable reviews
- Sponsored Content: Any sponsored or partnered content is clearly labeled and separated from editorial content
- Vendor Relationships: Any material relationships with security vendors are disclosed
- Independent Analysis: Our security assessments are based solely on technical merit
Questions About Our Editorial Policy?
We welcome feedback and questions about our editorial standards and processes.