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Data breaches are a growing concern for businesses of all sizes. More and more data breaches occur every year. From the start of 2021 until September 30, the number of data breaches had already surpassed the total for 2020 by 17%. While hackers commonly target financial services, healthcare, government, and professional services, businesses of all…

Running a business isn’t easy – especially in today’s business climate. Hyper competitive markets are combined with increasing security costs to leave business owners with razor-thin profit margins. On top of that, the pace of technology evolution and business transformation is so rapid that even missing out on one opportunity can leave you at a…

The cybersecurity threat landscape continues to grow, increasingly introducing threats to companies, individuals, and organizations. Cybercrime is responsible for causing nearly $1 trillion in damages in 2020, and experts predict that figure will continue to grow. Some of the most significant emerging threats include: Ransomware and as-a-service attacks Enterprise security tool sprawl Misconfigured security applications…

Many terms describe specific strategies or tactics related to security practices in digital security. Sandboxing is one of these terms, which describes the isolation of an environment for testing purposes without impacting the overall system. This strategy is critical for software development because it facilitates testing that negatively impacts operations. A thorough description of sandboxing,…

Cloud computing has been on the rise for years. These solutions have become integral to companies of all sizes and operating in all sectors. And while cloud-based solutions grew in popularity before the COVID-19 pandemic, they have become the new normal in its aftermath. The pandemic forced many companies to shift their normal operations, and…

Ransomware attacks are one of the most common types of digital security threats globally. Currently, a ransomware attack is carried out nearly every ten seconds in the United States, and its prevalence is growing as a preferred criminal strategy. What Is a Ransomware Attack? Malware will infect an organization’s network and lock down its files…

Online shopping is increasingly becoming the default option for many consumers completing their holiday shopping. There are many benefits to online shopping. It’s easy and convenient. During a pandemic, it minimizes exposure risks. However, it comes with some risks, too. The rate of cybercrime has increased by 600% since the onset of the pandemic, meaning…