Business email compromise (BEC) is an effective cyberattack that uses deception and impersonation to steal large sums of money from organizations. If an organization relies on wire transfers to make or receive payments, then, sooner or later, it will be targeted. Furthermore, successful BEC attacks are financially devastating, with losses regularly exceeding Read more
In today’s digital landscape, organizations face an unprecedented number of cybersecurity challenges, with one of the most insidious being insider threats. Although such incidents may not be headline-grabbing, they are no less dangerous to the organization when they do occur. Insider threats are particularly challenging because they originate from within Read more
In the era of rapid technological advancement, artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing our lives. From self-driving cars to advanced medical diagnostics, AI’s impact is both profound and pervasive. Yet, as we embrace these innovations, we are also exposed to a host of new cybersecurity challenges. This article delves into the Read more
A litigation hold, also known as a legal hold, is a preservation order that ensures relevant data is protected when an organization anticipates or is undergoing a lawsuit or investigation. Litigation holds serve several important purposes: 1. Preservation of Evidence: A litigation hold ensures all relevant documents, emails, data, etc., Read more
Cloud Usage in Modern Business We have reached the point where most companies are using the cloud for some part of their business. Some companies operate completely off the cloud without any on-premise server infrastructure. The wholesale cloud adoption by so many has reached the point where the long and Read more
Learning Objectives: This article on cybersecurity in 2020 includes: A brief overview of COVID-19’s impact on businesses Information on exposed data (hint: it was record-breaking) Threats faced by small and medium-sized businesses Related Information: Cybersecurity Bulletin: SolarWinds Data Breach The Pandemic | Data Breaches | SMB Threats | Conclusion We Read more