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The CISOs Guide to Storage & Backup Cyber Resiliency

Solutions Review

There is a blind spot present – a gaping hole. Despite implementing vulnerability management, extended detection and response (XDR), threat monitoring, security information and event management (SIEM), and other technologies, they always seem to be one step behind the cybercriminal fraternity.

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Scareware Ransomware Attacks: The Digital Nightmare Unveiled

Pure Storage

These messages claim that the user’s computer is infected with a devastating virus or malware. Ransom demand: The victim is presented with a demand, often payable in cryptocurrency, in exchange for a supposed remedy or to prevent the dire consequences promised by the scareware.

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Managing Cyberthreats to Combat Ransomware Part 1: Current Technologies

Zerto

According to the Center for Internet Security over the past six months (DEC 2021–MAY 2022), these ten malware variants consistently made up over 60% of all reported malware activity: Shlayer. Ransomware — Ransomware is a type of malware that blocks access to a system, device, or file until a ransom is paid by the attack victim.

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How Security Leaders Can Better Protect Remote and Field Service Workers

everbridge

Which present the biggest challenges for CSOs and their teams? Now, with workers being more remote and this hybrid model, we still have a responsibility to take care of our employees and ensure that they’re aware of potential threats and vulnerabilities, whether they’re in our office or working at a remote location.

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How to prevent identity theft: Tips for a safer online presence

Online Computers

Use a secure connection Public Wi-Fi networks, often found in coffee shops, airports, and libraries, offer convenient internet access but can also be vulnerable to hacking. Clicking on these links can trigger a malware download or lead to fraudulent websites used to steal information.

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How AI Can Transform Integrated Security

Security Industry Association

Predictive Analysis Not only can AI detect unusual activities and potential threats in real time, but analytics can predict security issues by examining historical data and identifying patterns that indicate vulnerabilities. Endpoint Protection Machine learning can identify and block malware, ransomware and other malicious software.

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Backup and DR – The Last Line of Ransomware Defense

OffsiteDataSync

Following the recent attacks against the Colonial Pipeline and Kaseya , it’s obvious that ransomware is a clear and present danger to global stability. Freedom from malware and/or ransomware : Backup systems are just as vulnerable to compromise as anything else, so they be kept clean.

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