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5 Ways to Minimize the Cost of a Ransomware Attack 

Pure Storage

There are outsourced IT and cybersecurity that may need to be deployed. New York’s Erie County Medical Center was hit by a massive ransomware attack in 2017, according to the Buffalo News. Third-party cybersecurity consultants. There are the extra people-hours that must be devoted to reassuring customers.

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TSPs: Making the Case to Invest in Risk and Resiliency

Fusion Risk Management

Yes, there are some aspects of technology and data protection that fall within the parameters of privacy and cybersecurity laws. percentage points from January 2017 to January 2022.” Operational resilience – like cybersecurity and corporate compliance – is everyone’s responsibility. Lead with a Top-Down and Bottom-Up Approach.

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8 Biggest Threats to Small Businesses in 2022

Online Computers

Not only is this the number one threat to cybersecurity, it's also still on its way up. Phishing attempts were reported by 48% of small businesses in 2017 — up from 42% just one year prior. That same survey showed that less than 25% of applicants for cybersecurity positions were deemed qualified.