Business owners or IT team managers probably know the importance of keeping a Wi-Fi network secure as part of an overall strategy to avoid hacking and unauthorized network traffic. Perhaps you’ve already done some things, such as changing the Wi-Fi network’s default credentials to a unique network name and strong password. Those are a good …
A cybersecurity checklist is important since cybersecurity investments can be a complicated process. An organization must first identify vulnerable assets, determine how vulnerable they are, and allocate sufficient budgets needed to enhance their security. In any cybersecurity program, companies should, at the very least, include the following: Procedures for identifying and assessing cybersecurity threats and …
Surveillance systems have a critical weakness today: cybersecurity. All too often, physical security systems are forgotten in cybersecurity measures. However, these devices can pose a major threat and a major vulnerability. Luckily, securing surveillance systems is possible. There are a few key tips that can help and some primary threats everyone should be aware of. …
It is incredibly important to stay abreast of the latest in cybersecurity. Since technology is evolving at an amazing pace, your cyber skills can be made obsolete if you don’t continuously learn. Listening to relevant cybersecurity podcasts is one way to keep your finger on the latest types of attacks, vulnerabilities, and technologies Here is …
Telehealth has skyrocketed over the past few years. As COVID-19 made physically visiting a doctor’s office more complex, digital solutions let patients connect with healthcare professionals virtually. Now it’s clear these systems are here to stay, but they also bring some new concerns. More than half of all healthcare visits happened virtually in mid-2020. While that number …
You might’ve heard this before—cybercriminals are evolving and becoming advanced. Cyberattacks and threats against businesses, large or small, are increasing daily. For this reason, your organization must have a compelling cybersecurity plan to identify and prevent attacks. One of the most vital components of an effective cybersecurity plan is implementing strong endpoint security across all …
Migrating to the cloud offers a boost in convenience and features, but visibility is critical to maintaining strong security. More organizations are moving to the cloud for their operations, software, data storage, backups, and more. Many employees work remotely today, so this is a smart strategic move. However, IT professionals can leave their organizations vulnerable …
Introduction Unfortunately, we live in a world where it’s open season for businesses. Hackers, financially motivated or state-sponsored, have turned other people’s livelihood into an illegitimate source of revenue. For small to medium businesses (SMB) the threat posed reaches the level of an existential crisis. SMBs typically don’t have the budget to hire a full …
If you’re new to PHP, you might be wondering why it is so secure. In this article, we’ll discuss SQL Injection, XSS, Active code, and Open_basedir. If you’re not sure how these vulnerabilities are exploited, check out these tips to keep your site secure. The next time you’re working on a PHP project, remember to …
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Ransomware is a cyberattack that takes control of your data and files until you pay the attacker to get them back. Ransomware can render businesses useless without access to their encrypted files and systems. There are myths about ransomware that are used as scare tactics to make businesses fall prey to attacks. These myths are …
A cybersecurity framework is a set of norms, principles, and best practices for dealing with hazards in the digital environment. They usually pair security goals, such as preventing unauthorized system access, with controls, such as requiring a login and password. Companies that seek to comply with state, industry, and international cybersecurity standards are frequently required …
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By Ajay Singh, Author of CyberStrong! A Primer on Cyber Risk Management for Business Managers Being forewarned is being forearmed The value of intelligence in military and police operations is considered highly since it provides advanced knowledge of strategies, tactics, approaches, and even weaknesses of threat actors. This is also true in cybersecurity, as prior …
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Nonprofit organizations work for the betterment of the world, but sometimes noble causes are targeted by people with malicious intentions. Strive to keep your organization safe by upping your cybersecurity measures. Your charity undoubtedly holds sensitive data you don’t want in the wrong hands. At the bare minimum, try using these strategies to keep that …
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A lot of work goes into building your own website. Doing it yourself brings many benefits, whether creating one for yourself or your client. However, you may be in danger of security risks by not using a third-party site. What cybersecurity practices should you be thinking about when building your site? Here are a few …
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Cybercriminals aren’t as creative as you think. While a select few might be the tech-savvy hackers we see in the movies, a vast majority of them possess average skills and knowledge and use basic methods to steal personal data. Here are some common identity theft tactics used by hackers and how you can spot them …
Cybercrime has become a serious issue. Every year, more than $300billion is lost to cybercrimes worldwide. The responsibility of making cyberspace secure for everyone is on the shoulders of application developers. Whether it is e-commerce, social media, or banking apps, developers need to take every action to ensure that the product they are providing to …
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By Ajay Singh, Author of CyberStrong! A Primer on Cyber Risk Management for Business Managers Part 1 of this article https://cyberexperts.com/how-to-make-cybersecurity-investments-count/ looked at how large and small companies struggle to determine if their cybersecurity investments are adequate or well-directed. The article also looked at the various methods and strategies that organizations adopt to decide the …
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Biometric authentication is one of today’s leading cybersecurity technologies, but it may not be as secure as it seems. While biometric authentication may be more difficult to hack, it does come with its own unique risks. These risks need to be addressed for biometric authentication to be truly secure. Users also need to be aware …
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The need for supply chain cybersecurity has become increasingly clear over the past few years. Disruptions and delays have revealed how fragile these networks are, and events like the SolarWinds attack showed how impactful cyberattacks could be. The world depends on supply chains, so it needs better security. Supply chain attacks rose by 42% in …
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Ecommerce platforms can be an exciting opportunity for business owners to increase sales. However, cybercrime is one thing entrepreneurs should be aware of. Fortunately, you can take many preventive measures to ensure your website is secure. Here are the best tips for securing your e-commerce website and keeping your company and your customers’ information safe. …
A firewall is an essential component of a network security system as it isolates and protects the network from unwanted access and malicious intrusions. It is important since it acts as a barrier between external and internal networks. Organizations require robust firewalls to prevent intruders, such as hackers, Trojan attackers, and viruses from accessing and …
By Ajay Singh, Author of CyberStrong! A Primer on Cyber Risk Management for Business Managers Artificial Intelligence (AI) has boosted productivity, enhanced the quality of decision making and provided solutions to many complex problems. AI comprises a wide range of algorithms, models, and analytical technologies working in tandem to enable computers and other machines to …
No company wants to experience a data breach, but it can happen, and it happens more often than you might think. Many cybersecurity measures can be used to prevent data breaches. However, malicious actors will still find ways to infiltrate your network, take advantage of employee passwords, and capitalize on other vulnerabilities. Below, we’ll cover …
The use of VPN vs Encryption is an important topic due to the increasingly remote workforce. For example, at least 4.7 million people in the US prefer working remotely, and Global Workplace Analytics estimates 25-30% of employees worldwide will be remote-based by the end of 2021. More than 36 million Americans will be working remotely. …
By Ajay Singh, Author of CyberStrong: A Primer on Cyber Risk Management for Business Managers As we come to terms with the record-breaking statistics and deal with the devastating impact of cyber-attacks and data breaches in the year gone by, we now need to identify, assess, and prioritize the cybersecurity challenges that are ahead of …
