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Trump Team Eyes Tougher Cyber Tactics

Trump Team Eyes Tougher Cyber Tactics Waltz: Hackers “Must Feel Consequences” as 2025 Looms On Sunday, Representative Mike Waltz—President-elect Donald Trump’s incoming pick for national security adviser—signaled a major shift in U.S. cyber policy. Two days after his appearance on CBS’s Face the Nation, the message still reverberates through Washington: No more hunkering down. No […]

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Krispy Kreme Cyberattack: A Sticky Situation with Lessons for Every Business

Krispy Kreme Cyberattack: A Sticky Situation with Lessons for Every Business How a Cyber Breach Is Disrupting an Iconic Doughnut Chain—and What Your Company Can Learn From It No one expects a cyberattack to disrupt their morning doughnut order—but for Krispy Kreme, the consequences of a November 2024 breach are much more than a minor […]

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Report: 65% of Employees Are Breaking Cybersecurity Rules—Opening the Door to Catastrophic Breaches

Report: 65% of Employees Are Breaking Cybersecurity Rules—Opening the Door to Catastrophic Breaches Reused passwords, skipped patches, and shared secrets— how they’re putting your company at risk A new study reveals that two-thirds of employees are ignoring security protocols, turning your cybersecurity into Swiss cheese. A recent survey by CyberArk uncovered a startling reality: 65% […]

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The Intensifying “Salt Typhoon” Hacks: Is Your Data Safe?

The Intensifying “Salt Typhoon” Hacks: Is Your Data Safe? A Massive Telecom Espionage Campaign Is Unfolding—Here’s What You Need to Know A sweeping cyberattack has infiltrated U.S. telecom networks, and the fallout could affect millions. What Happened? “Salt Typhoon” is the codename for a suspected espionage operation allegedly linked to China, according to U.S. officials. […]

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7 Cybersecurity Wins to Be Proud of This Thanksgiving

7 Cybersecurity Wins to Be Proud of This Thanksgiving “Individual commitment to a group effort – that is what makes a team work, a company work, a society work, a civilization work.” – Vince Lombardi Thanksgiving isn’t just about turkey, stuffing, and sidestepping awkward political debates. For CISOs, CEOs, and IT leaders, it’s also a moment to […]

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Resilience is the New Hack-Proof: The Only Way to Outsmart Cybercriminals

Resilience is the New Hack-Proof: The Only Way to Outsmart Cybercriminals 5 Game-Changing Strategies to Stay Ahead of Cyber Threats The digital world isn’t just a playground—it’s a battlefield. If you want to survive—and thrive—you need more than just cybersecurity. You need cyber resilience. A groundbreaking report from the World Economic Forum and the University […]

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Black Friday Warning: Cybercriminals Are Fixing Their Sights on You Like Never Before

Black Friday Warning: Cybercriminals Are Fixing Their Sights on You Like Never Before And they aren’t just after your money—they’re after your entire identity. Black Friday isn’t just a shopping bonanza anymore—it’s a cybercriminal’s Super Bowl. It has evolved into the ultimate shopping spectacle, with billions of dollars flying across the internet as fast as […]

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Dream Job or Cyber Trap? The Rise of Fake Recruiter Scams on LinkedIn

Dream Job or Cyber Trap? The Rise of Fake Recruiter Scams on LinkedIn How Cybercriminals Are Exploiting Job Seekers and Threatening Corporate Security If a recruiter on LinkedIn offers you the role of a lifetime, think twice—it could be a well-disguised cyberattack. Cybercriminals have found their way into the world’s largest professional networks, using platforms […]

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Get Ready: Our CMMC 2.0 Rule 32 Handbook Is Here!

Get Ready: Our CMMC 2.0 Rule 32 Handbook Is Here! Find Out What’s New, What’s Changed, And How to Ensure Compliance Hey there, defense contractors and everyone impacted by CMMC changes! Big news: We’ve just released a brand-new CMMC 2.0 Rule 32 Handbook, your go-to guide for navigating the latest compliance standards. Check it out […]

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