[By Greg Hatcher, Founder & CEO — White Knight Labs] Remote work surged in popularity out of necessity during the COVID-19 pandemic but seems to be here to stay, thanks to its unique advantages. One study by Upwork estimates that…
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5 Ways to Conquer Your Certification Exam Fears
“I’ve missed more than 9,000 shots in my career. I’ve lost almost 300 games. Twenty-six times, I’ve been trusted to take the game-winning shot and missed. I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is…
The Cyber Threat Intelligence Paradox – Why too much data can be detrimental and what to do about it
[By Gabi Reish, Chief Business Development and Product Officer, Cybersixgill] In today’s rapidly expanding digital landscape, cybersecurity teams face ever-growing, increasingly sophisticated threats and vulnerabilities. They valiantly try to fight back with advanced threat intelligence, detection, and prevention tools. But…
Malware threat on rise and some details
Hackers are currently exploiting an old vulnerability in Microsoft Excel to inject a newly identified malware known as ‘Agent Tesla.’ This malicious software is capable of either cleaning up a database or discreetly gathering intelligence, depending on the commands it…
How companies should recover when password breach occurs
Undoubtedly, every business worldwide is susceptible to cyber attacks and data breaches. The imperative response lies in implementing proactive measures to safeguard against such attacks and establishing an efficient disaster recovery plan for unforeseen events. Addressing password breaches, hackers frequently…
To Xfinity’s Breach and Beyond – The Fallout from “CitrixBleed”
On December 18, 2023, Comcast Xfinity filed a notice to the Attorney General of Maine disclosing an exploited vulnerability in one of Xfinity’s software providers, Citrix, that has jeopardized almost 36 million customers’ sensitive information. While the vulnerability was made…
Ransomware Attacks: Are You Self-Sabotaging?
[By Andy Hill, Executive Vice President, Nexsan] No IT professional is unaware of the staggering risk of ransomware. In 2023, recovering from a ransomware attack cost on average $1.82 million—not including paying any ransom—and some organizations get hit more than…
Cybersecurity Tips to Stay Safe this Holiday Season
[By Craig Debban, CISO of QuSecure] Have you ever been on a trip and realized that you forgot to pack something important? It’s easy to overlook things during the hustle and bustle of traveling, especially during the holidays. Unfortunately, cybercriminals…
New to Cybersecurity? Use These Career Hacks to Get a Foot in the Door
The need for cybersecurity professionals has been building for years, and nearly exponentially since COVID came on the scene. At this point, it’s painfully evident there’s a wide talent gap in the field, and research proves it — the global…
7 Cybersecurity Tips for Small Businesses
Keeping customer, employee, and company information secure can mean the difference between staying in business and going under. That’s why the importance of cybersecurity can’t be understated. But exactly how do you keep your systems secure? Here are seven tips…
Top 5 Lucrative Careers in Artificial Intelligence
For individuals possessing a professional engineering degree and harboring a passion for artificial intelligence, the most promising career paths of the future await your exploration. This article outlines the top 5 highest-paying careers in the field of Artificial Intelligence to…
Ransomware news on FBI, BlackCat, and Game plan release
It’s widely known that the Ryhsida Ransomware gang successfully infiltrated the servers of Insomniac, a company specializing in X-Men game development, including the Wolverine series co-developed with Sony Inc. The gang stole crucial data files, totaling 1.67 terabytes, and is…
How to retrieve data from google account if user dies
Certainly, dealing with digital assets and accounts after someone passes away can be a complex and sensitive matter. When it comes to retrieving data from a deceased user’s Google account, the process involves several steps and considerations. Google has a…
Microsoft ChatGPT faces cyber threat for being politically biased
Microsoft-owned ChatGPT, developed by OpenAI, is currently facing a cybersecurity threat from a group of individuals who identify themselves as Palestinians. They have declared their intention to carry out various cyber-attacks on the AI-based conversational bot. The group demands that…
Cyber Attack news headlines trending on Google
The festive season of Christmas 2023 has unfortunately become a prime time for cyber-criminals to unleash a wave of cyber attacks, with incidents occurring globally every two hours. In a recent development, Iran’s petrol stations found themselves under siege from…
How to protect kids on Google Android devices from Cyber Threats
Children worldwide are increasingly drawn to mobile phones and tablets, largely due to captivating games and applications that not only engage them but also provide a sense of meaning from their unique perspectives. While it’s a reality that we can’t…
Top 7 seven Cyber Attack news headlines trending on Google
MongoDB Inc., a platform specializing in document-oriented storage, has officially disclosed falling victim to a cyber attack on December 13, 2023. This breach potentially allowed hackers to gain unauthorized access to information stored in the MongoDB Corporate database servers. The…
The Intersection of AI and Cybersecurity: Unveiling Threats to Elections
In an era dominated by technological advancements, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into various aspects of our lives has brought unprecedented convenience and efficiency. However, as we witness the growing reliance on AI, particularly in the realm of elections,…
VPN Risk Report
Overview Traditionally, Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) have facilitated basic remote access. The rapid growth in the distributed workforce and increasing adoption of cloud technologies are challenging the basic connectivity that VPN offers. As the threat landscape rapidly evolves, VPNs cannot…
Network Security Priorities For Containers, According To Today’s IT Pros
[By Ratan Tipirneni, President and CEO, Tigera] Cloud computing and the use of cloud-native architectures enable unmatched performance, flexibility, velocity, and innovation. But as enterprises and small businesses increasingly use containers and distributed applications, threat actors are becoming increasingly sophisticated.…