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Cybersecurity Tips: Risk and Vulnerability Management

Security Industry Association

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Managing cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilities is a critical activity for any robust security program. Risk management and vulnerability management are performed in tandem to help keep your network safer and more secure. What Is a Vulnerability? Managing Vulnerabilities in Your Environment.

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Building Resilient Communities in the Face of Extreme Heat

CCEM Strategies

AUGUST 9, 2023

This can create very hazardous conditions, especially for vulnerable populations. Here in British Columbia, we remember the tragic consequences of the 2021 “heat dome.” The BC Coroners Service reports that between June 25th and July 1st, 2021, 619 people died in the province due to heat-related illness. Develop response plans.

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Getting Ahead of Cybercriminals: 5 Essential Cybersecurity Practices

NexusTek

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

If you’re finding the prospect of staying ahead of cybercriminals overwhelming, you’re in good company: 88% of SMB leaders view their businesses as vulnerable to cybercrime 3. Patches and updates are routinely required to address known vulnerabilities that cybercriminals can target. Vulnerability Scanning. Why Is This Important?

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The Best Risk Management Courses on Udemy to Consider for 2021

Solutions Review

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

The 6 Best Risk Management Courses on Coursera for 2021 … March 16, 2021 Best Practices. Description: Throughout this course, we will discuss what comprises Risk (assets, threats, and vulnerabilities), providing numerous real-world examples along the way. You May Also Like. The Best Risk Management Courses on Udemy.

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The most important cybersecurity lessons of 2021

Online Computers

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

Here are some of the biggest and most important cybersecurity lessons we have learned from 2021: Remote endpoints need to be secured. According to Gartner , the hybrid work model will shift from being a temporary, force majeure response to a regularly seen arrangement across various industries. Adopting zero trust is essential.

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Do Cyber Risks Lurk in Your Business Ecosystem?

NexusTek

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Penetration testing: This is an authorized, simulated attack on a company’s IT systems, which helps it to identify existing vulnerabilities. Patch management: This practice ensures that any identified vulnerabilities in software are addressed in a timely manner. 2021, May 4). 2021, May 7). CONTACT US References: Coble, S.

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7 Reasons Why Cybersecurity Fails

NexusTek

JULY 28, 2021

July 28, 2021. Without an accurate inventory of assets, patches and updates go unmonitored , increasing the vulnerabilities of such endpoints. Instead of just installing software and calling it a day, companies must conduct proactive preventative measures, including frequent infrastructure penetration tests and vulnerability scans.

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Critical infrastructure is under attack

everbridge

MARCH 9, 2023

power grid rose 71% last year compared with 2021 and will likely increase this year. This has been seen with the North Korean WannaCry ransomware attack on American energy companies in 2021, as well as other attacks on American nuclear and power infrastructure over the past few years.

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Cyber Security: 8 Steps to Cyber Resilience

NexusTek

JULY 7, 2021

July 7, 2021. Vulnerability Assessment Perform a comprehensive analysis of business assets to identify gaps or weaknesses that cyber criminals can exploit. Use tools and techniques, including infrastructure penetration testing, to scan for vulnerabilities and assess their potential impact. READ TIME: 4 MIN. Cybersecurity.

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Money at Risk: Finance & Data Security in the Digital Age

NexusTek

APRIL 19, 2023

Ransomware attacks plagued the industry in 2021, with 74% of financial services institutions reporting attacks 3. From 2021 to 2022, DDoS attacks on financial services companies rose 22% year-over-year, making the industry the most frequently targeted for this type of attack 5,6. 2021, June 22). link] Contreras, W.

Financial Services

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Hazardous Conditions: Mitigation Planning and Pandemics

National Center for Disaster Prepardness

MAY 12, 2021

Thus, in addition to having a clear strategy and response plan, it is essential to identify the most vulnerable populations and hazard areas, and to have a strong framework for coordination among emergency management and public health agencies.

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Understanding Ransomware

Business Resilience Decoded

OCTOBER 7, 2021

. • Small businesses are strongly advised to set up offsite data backups, implement audit logging, purchase cyber insurance, and devise an incident response plan. Cybercriminals are proficient at finding vulnerable companies, even ones with few employees and a low profile. Obscurity does not equal security.

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Understanding Ransomware

Business Resilience Decoded

OCTOBER 7, 2021

. • Small businesses are strongly advised to set up offsite data backups, implement audit logging, purchase cyber insurance, and devise an incident response plan. Cybercriminals are proficient at finding vulnerable companies, even ones with few employees and a low profile. Obscurity does not equal security.

Disaster Recovery

Disaster Recovery Sports Audit Insurance

Understanding Ransomware

Business Resilience Decoded

OCTOBER 7, 2021

. • Small businesses are strongly advised to set up offsite data backups, implement audit logging, purchase cyber insurance, and devise an incident response plan. Cybercriminals are proficient at finding vulnerable companies, even ones with few employees and a low profile. Obscurity does not equal security.

Disaster Recovery

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What The Pipeline Oil Ransomware Attack TAUGHT Us

Assurance IT

MAY 25, 2021

What happened on May 7th, 2021 to the oil pipeline? Who is responsible for it? On May 7th, 2021, the Colonial Pipeline in the USA was rocked by a major ransomware attack. If they find a vulnerability in your network, they will attack, no matter what industry you’re in. Did they pay the ransom? That’s ruthless!

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Business, Interrupted: The Resilience Movement and the New Normal for Business Continuity

Castellan

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Resilience may very well be a top catchphrase of 2021, but it’s more than that because business leaders are more concerned than ever with overcoming the next major obstacle. So, I think we’ll see more scrutiny in the breadth of planning, the scope and the depth of that planning,” Crask explained. The Resilience Movement.

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Integrating Risk Disciplines: Business Continuity and Cyber Response

Castellan

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

While a few months of 2021 remain, we’re seeing ransomware attackers didn’t relent this year. Sophos’ The State of Ransomware 2021 report estimates almost 40% of respondents had been affected by ransomware in the past year. When planning, remember these core actions: Anticipate Protect Detect Defend Recover Adapt.

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Are Cyber Attacks the Next Big Threat for Operational Resilience?

Castellan

JUNE 10, 2021

While small businesses and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) may be the most vulnerable to attacks, healthcare, government, energy, higher education, and critical infrastructure are squarely in attackers’ crosshairs. No industry is immune. The previous year, there were only about 125 investigations at that level.

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