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A third-party’s perspective on third-party InfoSec risk management

More than ever, organizations are relying on third parties to streamline operations, scale their business, expand and leverage expertise, and reduce costs. In the complex and …

cloud
How CISOs navigate security and compliance in a multi-cloud world

Due to the increasing importance of multi-cloud and the intricate nature of cloud infrastructure, obtaining a comprehensive understanding of the various cloud workloads …

cybercrime
Over 70 billion unprotected files available on unsecured web servers

Critical exposures outside of an organization’s firewall are the greatest source of cybersecurity threats, according to CybelAngel. Across all industries, these …

Hands
The staying power of shadow IT, and how to combat risks related to it

There was a time, not too long ago, when most IT leaders believed shadow IT was a negligible element in their companies. They felt their IT organizations were so in control of …

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Scammers using social media to dupe people into becoming money mules

Fraudsters are taking advantage of the widening fraud knowledge gap, outlining the urgent need for banks to educate and protect their customers with technology, according to …

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The biggest data security blind spot: Authorization

Too many people have access to company data they don’t need. Also, too many companies focus on authentication (verifying identity) as a security measure and overlook the …

Eyes
How companies are struggling to build and run effective cybersecurity programs

A recent Code42 report reveals a rapidly growing number of inside risk incidents and a concerning lack of training and technology, further exacerbated by increasing workforce …

Data
CISOs struggling to protect sensitive data records

Almost all IT and security leaders (96%) globally are concerned their organization will be unable to maintain business continuity following a cyberattack, according to Rubrik. …

ransomware
Outdated cybersecurity practices leave door open for criminals

Organizations experienced a significant increase in ransomware – from an average of four attacks over five years in 2021 versus four attacks over the course of one year in …

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5 free online cybersecurity resources for small businesses

As cyberattacks increase in frequency and sophistication, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) become more vulnerable to cyber threats. Unlike larger enterprises, SMBs …

tools
Security beyond software: The open source hardware security evolution

Mention IT security, and most people immediately think of software-based protections against software-based threats: ransomware, viruses, and other forms of malware. But …

ransomware
Ransomware reinfection and its impact on businesses

Destructive ransomware attacks impact enterprises, governments, airlines, hospitals, hotels, and individuals, causing widespread system downtime, economic loss, and …

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