During the second quarter of 2023, a staggering 110 million accounts were compromised, marking a significant increase compared to the initial quarter’s 43.2 million breaches. To provide perspective, this surge translates to an alarming rate of 855 accounts being compromised every minute during the second quarter, in contrast to the previous quarter’s rate of 334 […]
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It was reported that 2021 was a record year for zero-day exploits, and to many it has felt like a non-stop string of resource- and risk-intensive vulnerabilities to remediate. The Log4j exploit seemed to get more attention than others because of its pervasiveness in organizations, regardless of size or industry. While many articles, blogs, and
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Cyber threat incidents continue to worsen with the adoption of remote technologies and the growing sophistication of attacks. Palo Alto Networks published a report in May 2021 indicating that attackers are getting faster at identifying and exploiting vulnerabilities immediately after they are published. The researchers observed that, between January and March 2021, adversaries began scanning
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How to visualize a security program (in a way that is not overwhelming) It can be daunting to know how to properly secure your organization from the numerous risks that it faces. In the past, a business would simply need to lock up each night. Still, modern times have proven that information security breaches are
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Choosing the appropriate information security framework for your organization is important in protecting confidential or sensitive data, systems, and overall cyber resilience. With increasing regulatory requirements and an ever-evolving threat landscape, it is vital to devise a structured approach for safeguarding your assets and effectively managing your cyber risks. The right information security framework provides
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Securing digital transformation is paramount in today’s fast-paced technological landscape. As organizations embark on digitalization journeys, they open new doors to efficiency, agility, and innovation. However, this transformation also unveils an array of cybersecurity challenges. This article will dive deep into the critical intersection of digital transformation and cybersecurity. We’ll explore how businesses can navigate
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The shift toward remote work has accelerated dramatically, with more people than ever working from home (WFH). While this transformation offers flexibility and convenience, it also brings new challenges, particularly cybersecurity. Statista’s Cybersecurity Outlook predicts that cybercrime will significantly increase global costs in the next five years. The estimate indicates a climb from $8.44 trillion
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Have you updated your remote work cybersecurity policy? We recently received a notice from one of our clients today detailing their expectations for vendors visiting their locations. I think about other policies that may need updating for the times. For instance, do your cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures address remote work? If not, now is
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In this ever-dynamic technology landscape, data drives business success, and cybersecurity has never been more critical. Small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) are not immune to the ever-evolving threat landscape, making it imperative to be well-informed and proactive in protecting their digital assets. Recently, our team hosted an interactive webinar featuring Glen Wills, Kalles Group’s Practice
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Compliance training is rarely a team favorite. Many employees might consider it a burden, something to sit through out of obligation. This is likely due to dull, off-the-shelf online learning solutions or poorly designed learning programs that fail to consider easy-to-avoid common practices. However, we cannot underestimate the importance of well-designed and engaging compliance training
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Sean Rosenberger wrote this article in 2017. The title was, “InfoSec and the Great IoT gold rush”. Ever since we have seen the Internet of Things revolutionize how we interact with technology and connect everyday devices and systems to the Internet. All in a bid to make our lives more convenient and efficient. However,
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Author: Nic Baus Everyone knows how precious your credit rating can be and how much it can swing you getting a loan for a house, car or even a simple retail credit card. There are three major credit reporting agencies that hold this control, Equifax, TransUnion and Experian. They have everyone’s personal information ranging from
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