What is an insider threat? An insider threat in cybersecurity is a cybersecurity threat from an individual within your organization. These individuals may have access to sensitive information and systems in your organization that can be compromised.
Today, both government agencies and private sector organizations are working to build more resilient security solutions and strategies to limit the risk of cyber-attacks and data breaches.
What is patch management? Patch management is the process of keeping applications and software on your network devices adequately updated with the latest patches.
Over the past five to ten years, the cybersecurity landscape of modern business has dramatically changed. With cyber threats becoming more and more sophisticated each day, business leaders are focused on protecting their organizations from becoming one of the businesses that will be targeted by cybercriminals.
In today’s technology-dependant business, data plays a fundamental role in supporting business continuity, enabling seamless interconnectedness of a global or remote workforce, and supporting communication with customers.
Healthcare cybersecurity is a subset of cybersecurity that targets protecting sensitive healthcare information through modernized cybersecurity strategies. Healthcare cybersecurity applies to (but is not limited to) the protection of patient personal health information, medical records, medical devices, patient data, the information security infrastructure of healthcare facilities, and healthcare-related IoT.
Did you know that in 2018 there were 80,000 recorded cyberattacks per day, with over 21 million attacks on record? And unfortunately, this rise in cyber attacks is still a major concern today, where cyber attacks are projected to reach an estimated $6 trillion dollar price tag by the close of 2021. And what are organizations… Continue reading Types of Cyber Threats
What Is Malware? Malware is the collective term for a variety of malicious software programs including viruses, spyware, and ransomware. Malware, or malicious software, is made of code developed by cybercriminals that is designed to inflict damage on your company’s network and gain unauthorized access to your sensitive data. Malware is most commonly transmitted by… Continue reading What is malware?
Ensuring your organization is fully compliant with NIST requirements is critical for your business success in federal contracts. NIST stands for the National Institute of Standards and Technology, a non-regulatory government agency that develops technology, metrics, and standards. NIST produces cybersecurity standards and guidelines to help federal agencies meet federal information security requirements.
Many organizations today lack appropriate cybersecurity controls. Ransomware attacks, email phishing, and other cyberattacks are quickly spinning out of control. At the same time, cybersecurity maturity among American small businesses is lagging at best. While large enterprises have the budgets and cybersecurity staff to defend against increasing risk, SMB’s and universities do not. Pick a… Continue reading Five Steps to Cybersecurity Maturity
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