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Organizations not properly set up to manage risk, coronavirus pandemic reveals
Organizations’ current approach to risk governance is not sufficient to tackle the complex risk environment organizations are facing today, according to Gartner. The COVID-19 …

Whitepaper: Cloud security risks and how to mitigate them
Cloud security today is touted as better than ever. So how do we explain the ever-increasing number of data breaches? According to Cloud Security Risks & How to Mitigate Them

Week in review: Python backdoor attacks, Windows zero-days under attack, crowdsourced pentesting
Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news and articles: Government-backed cyber attackers increasingly targeting journalists Since the start …

Across-the-board increase in DDoS attacks of all sizes
There has been a 168% increase in DDoS attacks in Q4 2019, compared with Q4 2018, and a 180% increase overall in 2019 vs. 2018, according to Neustar. The company saw DDoS …

Four ways to prevent data breaches
When it comes to breaches, there are no big fish, small fish, or hiding spots. Almost every type of organization – including yours – has critical personally …

While many migrate security tools to the cloud, concerns remain
While many companies are beginning to migrate security tools to the cloud, a significant number have concerns, a survey by Exabeam reveals. The survey highlights data privacy, …

Researchers use AI and create early warning system to identify disinformation online
Researchers at the University of Notre Dame are using artificial intelligence to develop an early warning system that will identify manipulated images, deepfake videos and …

Evasive malware increasing, evading signature-based antivirus solutions
Evasive malware has grown to record high levels, with over two-thirds of malware detected by WatchGuard in Q4 2019 evading signature-based antivirus solutions. This is a …

As consumers turn online for purchases, many are targeted by pandemic-related digital fraud
There has been a spike in digital commerce since social distancing became widespread globally, according to a TransUnion research. The research found a 23% increase in global …

Organizations struggle with patching endpoints against critical vulnerabilities
Less than 50 percent of organizations can patch vulnerable systems swiftly enough to protect against critical threats and zero-day attacks, and 81 percent have suffered at …

Businesses can avoid fines if customer data is encrypted or redacted
Encryption provides the best defense against any fines that might be levied for violations or data breaches under CCPA, according to ESG and Fortanix. What can you do? The …

Webinar: You don’t get a pass on cybersecurity during a crisis
This webinar is no longer available. In this webinar, Mark Sangster discusses how the COVID-19 crisis is affecting businesses and individuals and the need to stay vigilant. …
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