Five Ways to Combat Post-Pandemic Cybersecurity Threats As we continue to navigate the complexities of cybersecurity in a post-pandemic world, it’s essential for businesses to implement robust strategies to defend against evolving threats. Here are five effective ways to combat these cybersecurity challenges: 1. Enhance Employee Training and Awareness Phishing Simulation Programs: Regularly conduct phishing […]
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Dell Data Breach Exposes 49 Million Users What You Need to Know & How to Protect Yourself Dell has confirmed a security breach compromising the data of 49 million users. Stolen information is said to include names, addresses, and order details, but no financial data. Investigations are ongoing, and a suspect is identified; customers should […]
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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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