In last week’s Cybersecurity Brief, we covered some of the latest stories and studies surrounding the talent shortage that continues to plague the cybersecurity industry. As we mentioned at the end of that post, we would be amiss if we did not also mention the need for greater diversity and equity within the field. So, […]
Although the challenges facing the cybersecurity industry are constantly evolving, there is one that has remained steady – the talent shortage. As we have covered before, organizations have struggled to fill or retain their cybersecurity teams. And while varying causes and solutions have been analyzed, there is a new batch of stories and studies exploring
As the world responds to Russia’s attack on Ukraine, the threat of retaliation continues to build. And one of the most concerning actions that Russia could carry out is a cyberattack on its opponents, which is exactly what the United States and the European Union are currently preparing for. While speaking at the Business Roundtable
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Did you know that the average data breach can cost a company $4.24 million? Because this is an all-time high, it’s critical that companies be aware of their cybersecurity tools and policies. It’s also important that investors understand the importance of data security so that they can make informed investments in cyber security funds. Learning the top
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It can be easy to draw conclusions about what would and wouldn’t be a target for a cybersecurity attack. There are some organizations that just seem more likely to be the focus of an incident because of the type of access they oversee or information they hold. However, it isn’t just entities like government agencies,
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As we know, there are many factors driving the recent attention put on cybersecurity. From the threat of geopolitical discord to continued recovery from the large-scale attacks that have swept through private, government and infrastructure sectors, we are ensconced in cybersecurity, like it or not. And as we try to identify the best ways to
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As we have been covering, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is the latest catalyst to ignite our awareness of cybersecurity risk. It has reminded us that both big and small actions are needed to proactively protect our systems whether there are direct or indirect threats present. So, we continue our series of news roundups reporting on
As the extremely disturbing scenes of devastation unfold in the Ukraine, there are less visible impacts trickling across the border to send industries in other countries into defense mode, with cybersecurity topping that list. From healthcare organizations in the U.K. to banks in the U.S., organizations across the board are taking action to equip themselves
In the cybersecurity industry, ransomware and malware have been hot topics for years. And it’s no wonder why — ransomware affects 10% of all data breaches. However, ransomware is only a form of something called malware. Malware affects personal and business systems in detrimental ways. Not only that, but malware is complex. So complex to where new malware is
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