Microsoft Links Executive Fate to Cybersecurity Performance Could This Be An Ominous New Trendsetter? In a bold move, Microsoft has declared that the paychecks of its top brass will now be tied directly to their cybersecurity performance. This strategic pivot, revealed in a dramatic blog post by executive VP Charlie Bell earlier this month, is […]
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The Preliminary Assessment Why the First Step to CMMC Certification is the Most Treacherous America’s defense network is on red alert! High-profile cyberattacks like SolarWinds and Colonial Pipeline have ripped open massive security flaws, ringing alarm bells across the nation. In a bold move, the Department of Defense (DoD) launched the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification […]
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Cyber Swindlers Steal $25 Million In AI Deepfake Scam Could You Be Next? Ways To Protect Yourself Having a bad day? Take heart. Things could be MUCH worse! A finance worker in Hong Kong was conned out of more than $25 million through a sophisticated AI scam, according to Hong Kong police. Criminals employed deepfake […]
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Ransomware Crisis Escalates Attacks Surged A Whopping 33% In 2023 Brace yourself for a cyber shocker: “Attempted ransomware attacks on organizations rose 33% worldwide last year. About 1 in 20 organizations in the US fell victim to attempted ransomware attacks.” – Check Point Research It’s no secret: the U.S. is squarely in the middle of […]
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Ransomware Protection Strategies That Work Ransomware attacks are growing both in frequency and sophistication. Implementing robust defensive strategies is more crucial than ever. Here’s how specific measures can effectively combat these cyber threats: 1. Regular Software Updates: Many ransomware attacks exploit software vulnerabilities. Regular updates patch these vulnerabilities, closing gaps that attackers use to infiltrate […]
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Phishing Scammers Sink Their Baited Hooks Into Microsoft Teams How To Defend Against New Workplace Messaging Threats Your inbox isn’t the only phishing scam hotspot! As email phishing defenses strengthen, cybercriminals are changing tactics. They’re now targeting Microsoft Teams—a crucial yet vulnerable tool for many organizations. Cybercriminals exploit a Microsoft Teams feature that allows messages […]
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The Illusion of 100% Cyber Security Protection Finding the Smart Balance in Your Digital Defense Investments The dream of perfect cybersecurity is just that—a dream, revealing a hard truth in our digital world. In the thick of what feels like an endless cyber war, aiming for 100% cybersecurity is like chasing after a mirage. Regardless […]
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Striking the Right Balance in Your Cybersecurity Budget Optimizing digital defense investments can be crucial for small to mid-sized companies. Here are ten best practices to help you and your company find the right balance in your cybersecurity efforts: Risk Assessment First: Start by conducting a thorough risk assessment to identify the most critical vulnerabilities […]
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AI: The New Ally & Adversary in the Cyber War Are You Fully Leveraging Its Power? Just like in “The Terminator,” AI has risen as a powerhouse in cybersecurity—both a guardian and a looming threat. Is Judgment Day closer than we think? Technology is changing fast. Traditional defenses (like firewalls, MDR/XDR, and antivirus software) are […]
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