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Amplifying School Security With Gunshot Detection Systems

Security Industry Association

Preventive measures should be priorities, including security practices and technologies, and resources should be provided to help students and staff deal with mental health and anger issues before they escalate. But schools must also prepare for when these efforts are not enough. Both speed and accuracy are paramount.

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Mitigating the Impact of Severe Weather

everbridge

By assessing severe weather risk, organizations and governments can better mitigate the impact a severe weather event has, creating a more robust approach to layered severe weather emergencies. What steps can governments take to mitigate climate risk and severe weather events? Interoperability: Weather doesn’t respect borders.

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The Unique Benefits of CCTV Towers: Overt Security Has Its Advantages

Security Industry Association

CCTV trailers and towers are the newest security trend sweeping across multiple industries, including retail, construction, law enforcement, critical infrastructure and more. Mobile security towers provide several benefits over traditional security cameras, and even over guards. Deterrence-Based Security.

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Ensuring workplace safety through Senate Bill 553 compliance with Everbridge

everbridge

Under SB 553, California employers must conduct risk assessments to identify potential hazards and implement measures to mitigate them. Our mass notification system allows for quick dissemination of alerts to employees, security, and management, ensuring rapid response to potential or actual violent situations.

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The Threat of AI-powered Ransomware Attacks

Pure Storage

A recent report by the UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) warned that malicious attackers are already taking advantage of AI to evolve ransomware attacks, posing significant risks to individuals, businesses, and even critical infrastructure. Automating attacks. In a previous blog , we dispelled some myths about air gaps.

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How to Counter AI-Driven Cybersecurity Threats to Physical Security Products

Security Industry Association

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month , and the Security Industry Association (SIA) Cybersecurity Advisory Board is marking the occasion with a series of helpful content, tips and guidance on key cybersecurity topics. Software updates often include security patches that can fix vulnerabilities that could be exploited by attackers.

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Five Strategies to Protect Against Ransomware and Other Cyberattacks

Risk Management Monitor

The following five strategies can help companies mitigate cyberrisk and respond to threats quickly and efficiently: 1. Conduct Security Awareness Training A comprehensive and effective security awareness program for employees benefits the organization at large.

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