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Ransomware has disrupted the cyber security landscape in devastating fashion. The trend that initially picked up steam in 2017 re-emerged to reap even more havoc amid the global pandemic caused by the COVID-19 outbreak. While many companies rushed to accommodate the remote workforce, they inadvertently created holes in their existing cyber security defenses―—holes that were […]
Any system administrator understands the value of a comprehensive data recovery plan. That importance has increased significantly in the era of ransomware, where ambitious cyber criminals are aiming to hit unsuspecting organizations where it hurts the most―—in their pockets. Unfortunately, there is no one silver bullet capable of thwarting this destructive menace. However, there are […]
If your business has a presence online, you need to improve your endpoint security. Research shows that around one-third of companies operating in the United States reported an attack on their desktops, laptops, smartphones, and other endpoints in 2019. This makes optimizing your endpoint security the need of the hour so your business can protect […]
2021 has seen significant improvements in the digital realm. There has been a revolution in the way businesses operate, led by advances in the Internet of Behaviors (IoB), 5G technologies, and new developments in Big Data Analytics. However, not all changes in 2021 were positive. In fact, as technology became even more sophisticated, challenges in […]
Data Loss Prevention (DLP) involves using tools and processes to ensure that vulnerable data is not lost, used with malicious intents, or utilized by unauthorized individuals. In an organization, sensitive data can be compromised by both internal and external sources. For example, research shows that 33% of all folders used by companies are open to […]
The digital revolution has made lives easier but has also brought along some unique challenges for growing businesses, one of the most common of which is the increased rate of cyberattacks. In fact, research shows that from 2019 to 2020, 68% of organizations experienced one or more endpoint attacks that successfully compromised data or IT […]
Organizations seeking CMMC certification who’ve proven to effectively implement NIST SP 800-171 protocols shouldn’t have a difficult time becoming CMMC compliant. However, the businesses that might not have been playing by the rules should be prepared for a large amount of work over the next few years. You Don’t Need To Invent The Wheel The […]
Preparing for Your CMMC Audit Organizations seeking Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification must make sure their company is 100% ready for certification before they begin the certification process, or they will fail their audits. Assessment guides are available to help walk organizations through the process. Still, they’ll want to make sure they fully understand not only […]
Why Are Cybersecurity Self-Assessments No Longer Sufficient? In 2020, the Internet Crime Complaint Center received a staggering 791,790 complaints totaling $4.1 billion in damages, up 69% since 2019. As these attacks continue to accelerate, the Department of Defense (DoD) supply chain industry has been a prime target, many of the most brutal hits occurring in […]
What Is CUI? As companies are learning more about the government’s new Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program, there’s a lot of uncertainty surrounding CUI or Controlled Unclassified Information. CMMC was designed to protect CUI, but what information is considered CUI? CUI Is Defined As: The problem with this explanation is that it’s complicated […]