Introduction to NIST 800-171 cybersecurity framework The National Institute of Standards and Technologies issued NIST Special publication 800-171 cybersecurity framework to provide guidance, deliver requirements, and set expectations for Federal contractors and suppliers doing business with the Department of Defense (DOD). NIST 800-171 vs NIST 800-53 NIST 800-171 consists of 171 security controls that cover […]
This content appears in our monthly email Security Digest, which unpacks recent security incidents, detailing what you should know, and what you should do. Sign-up to receive this digest below. As the sun sets on 2023, it’s time for a retrospective glance at the cybersecurity landscape that has both challenged and advanced our industry
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The following article on recent cybersecurity news and events was written by Kalles Group Security Consultant, Jayanth Kumar. This content appears in our monthly email Security Digest, which unpacks recent security incidents and details what you should know, and what you should do. Ransomware Resurgence: A Ticking Time Bomb What you need to
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The following article on recent cybersecurity news and events was written by Kalles Group Security Consultant, Jayanth Kumar. This content appears in our monthly email Security Digest, which unpacks recent security incidents and details what you should know, and what you should do. NIST’s Cybersecurity Framework 2.0: Navigating the Enhanced Landscape The National Institute
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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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Cyber threats are becoming more severe with the widespread use of remote technologies and the increasing sophistication of attacks. Recent analyses indicate that attackers are exploiting vulnerabilities at unprecedented speeds. In 2023, the average time to exploit a vulnerability after public disclosure decreased to just five days, a significant reduction from 32 days in 2022.
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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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Which Information Security Framework is Right for My Business? Picking the right security framework is important to protect your organization’s sensitive information and systems. With so many threats and regulations to think about, it’s important to have a plan in place to reduce risks and meet compliance requirements. A security framework provides step-by-step guidelines to
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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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[Updated] Last year, I was going to write an article about being squeezed up next to somebody else on an airplane and how easy it was to see everything they were doing on their computer. As a security awareness trainer, I was curious about what a bad actor might be able to discover and take
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