Over the last thirty years, the prevailing belief has been that process, technology and technique, manage risk. While it is true that processes and engineering & technology controls play a significant role in our risk strategy, it is ultimately people that manage risk. The dilemma is that people are very complicated; we don’t always act […]
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Do NOT use the same password for everything, this drastically reduces password security It’s a bad idea. If that password is disclosed, the “bad guy” would have the keys to all your information. Furthermore, if that password is used to access your email address, all other account passwords may be reset using the “Forgot My Password” Link. Not using the same password for everything is the […]
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Social engineering and cybercrime are on the rise around the world. Business owners need to pay attention to current trends in the world of information security (infosec). In 2005, the United States Bureau of Justice Statistics reported that 60 percent of American companies had detected at least one instance of cybercrime. Tech giant IBM believes that […]
The term “company culture” is a buzzword that has been floating around for the last few years. While that brings to mind images of ping pong competition and in-office happy hours, there’s another element of company culture on the rise: security. Even companies with the best product or service can fail with a weak security […]
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.Ah, the Internet, such a wonderful trove of information and opportunity. Isn’t it the neighborly thing to do to share the resources you have with others? Some people are a little more ambitious than others when it comes to procuring that information. Who are you to stop them? After all, one person’s security awareness is […]
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Scam phishing involving the impersonation of the Internal Revenue Service is on the rise. The IRS has issued several reports in regards to these scams, warning citizens and providing tips on how to recognize these; 5 ways to recognize these scams, the IRS does not: Call demanding immediate payment, nor call about taxes owed without […]
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Security systems are only as strong as their weakest link. When it comes to modern information security, that usually means humans. Even the best security system is defeated when a user gives away their password. The way to prevent this is by making sure everyone in the company has an adequate level of security awareness. What Can Security […]
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Major companies are under constant attack, hackers are not just hurting the corporations, but are are extracting and exploiting sensitive consumer information. Recently, American Express was the subject of such a phishing attack. Criminals obtained customer information and impersonated American Express in a sophisticated manner. The Scam With this new scam, American Express users receive […]
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Keeping up with the changing modern security landscape, by providing Security Awareness Training and Education (SATE), is vital to business owners. Not only do professionals need to stay on top of potential security threats on the outside, but also within the company. When employees have access to all types of data, business owners need to make […]
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If not for an ordinary, non-technical computer user, the urgent IOS 9.3.5 security patch of 25 August 2016 would not have happened. Researchers assert that hackers have been exploiting this zero day vulnerability in the wild for over a year. Yet, the vulnerability was not detected via technology. A pro-democracy activist, Ahmed Mansoor, received a […]
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With all the computer threats out there, and hacking at an all-time high, individuals and companies alike are taking extra precautions to protect their computers, networks and private information. Still the number of phishing attacks continues climbing, because users continue to fall for the same old tricks. The number of people that still today ask me […]
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The secret sauce for IT to Manage Risk – You would never guess it!
/0 Comments/in Security Tips, Teachable Moments /by markOver the last thirty years, the prevailing belief has been that process, technology and technique, manage risk. While it is true that processes and engineering & technology controls play a significant role in our risk strategy, it is ultimately people that manage risk. The dilemma is that people are very complicated; we don’t always act […]
Password security tips to keep you safe online
/0 Comments/in Security Tips /by AlexDo NOT use the same password for everything, this drastically reduces password security It’s a bad idea. If that password is disclosed, the “bad guy” would have the keys to all your information. Furthermore, if that password is used to access your email address, all other account passwords may be reset using the “Forgot My Password” Link. Not using the same password for everything is the […]
Social Engineering Attacks Driving Security Awareness
/0 Comments/in Phishing, Security Awareness Training and Education (SATE), Social Engineering /by AlexSocial engineering and cybercrime are on the rise around the world. Business owners need to pay attention to current trends in the world of information security (infosec). In 2005, the United States Bureau of Justice Statistics reported that 60 percent of American companies had detected at least one instance of cybercrime. Tech giant IBM believes that […]
7 Steps for Success with Security Awareness Training and Education (SATE)
/3 Comments/in Security Awareness Training and Education (SATE) /by AlexThe term “company culture” is a buzzword that has been floating around for the last few years. While that brings to mind images of ping pong competition and in-office happy hours, there’s another element of company culture on the rise: security. Even companies with the best product or service can fail with a weak security […]
Phishing Training: How Not to Be Hacker-Proof
/0 Comments/in Phishing /by Alex.Ah, the Internet, such a wonderful trove of information and opportunity. Isn’t it the neighborly thing to do to share the resources you have with others? Some people are a little more ambitious than others when it comes to procuring that information. Who are you to stop them? After all, one person’s security awareness is […]
Scam claiming to be the IRS, Phone & Email
/0 Comments/in Threat-Alert /by patrickScam phishing involving the impersonation of the Internal Revenue Service is on the rise. The IRS has issued several reports in regards to these scams, warning citizens and providing tips on how to recognize these; 5 ways to recognize these scams, the IRS does not: Call demanding immediate payment, nor call about taxes owed without […]
Why Implement a Security Awareness Training Program?
/0 Comments/in Phishing, Security Awareness Training and Education (SATE) /by AlexSecurity systems are only as strong as their weakest link. When it comes to modern information security, that usually means humans. Even the best security system is defeated when a user gives away their password. The way to prevent this is by making sure everyone in the company has an adequate level of security awareness. What Can Security […]
American Express Users: Be on Alert
/0 Comments/in Threat-Alert /by AlexMajor companies are under constant attack, hackers are not just hurting the corporations, but are are extracting and exploiting sensitive consumer information. Recently, American Express was the subject of such a phishing attack. Criminals obtained customer information and impersonated American Express in a sophisticated manner. The Scam With this new scam, American Express users receive […]
Why Security Awareness Training and Education is Important?
/1 Comment/in Security Awareness Training and Education (SATE) /by AlexKeeping up with the changing modern security landscape, by providing Security Awareness Training and Education (SATE), is vital to business owners. Not only do professionals need to stay on top of potential security threats on the outside, but also within the company. When employees have access to all types of data, business owners need to make […]
Teachable Moment to Employees: Enterprise Cyber Leaders: IOS 9.3.5
/0 Comments/in Teachable Moments /by joshuaIf not for an ordinary, non-technical computer user, the urgent IOS 9.3.5 security patch of 25 August 2016 would not have happened. Researchers assert that hackers have been exploiting this zero day vulnerability in the wild for over a year. Yet, the vulnerability was not detected via technology. A pro-democracy activist, Ahmed Mansoor, received a […]
What is Phishing and are Phishing Attacks Increasing?
/0 Comments/in Phishing /by patrickWith all the computer threats out there, and hacking at an all-time high, individuals and companies alike are taking extra precautions to protect their computers, networks and private information. Still the number of phishing attacks continues climbing, because users continue to fall for the same old tricks. The number of people that still today ask me […]