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Getting Ahead of Cybercriminals: 5 Essential Cybersecurity Practices

NexusTek

Ransomware attacks that hold large, prominent companies’ networks “hostage” pending multi-million-dollar ransom payments make for attention-grabbing media coverage. 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.

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Guest Post: POV of Two Companies During and After a Cyberattack

Security Industry Association

Note: Since this company was alerted of the virus’ presence, it took immediate action to stop further infection and spread. For the purposes of illustration, we will consider that the virus continues to propagate faster than Alpha’s ability to detect and respond so that we may observe the actions of their cyber readiness and response.

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SIA New Member Profile: IXP Corporation

Security Industry Association

The 24-hour digital news cycle and the speed of social media feeds have shown that anonymity is no longer afforded to most, and what used to be the problems of some, overnight, are now the problems of many. Timely alerts can save lives in the case of an extreme weather emergency or even an imminent threat from an active shooter on campus.

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Preparation for Protest

Plan B Consulting

Hearing that the WWF (World Wildlife Fund) was targeted by protesters in London, alerted me to the fact that any organisation could be a target. Protesters will know their rights, if you infringe upon that right they will be very quick to take action against you, either in court or in the media.

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Preparation for Protest

Plan B Consulting

Hearing that the WWF (World Wildlife Fund) was targeted by protesters in London, alerted me to the fact that any organisation could be a target. Protesters will know their rights, if you infringe upon that right they will be very quick to take action against you, either in court or in the media.

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Preparation for Protest

Plan B Consulting

Hearing that the WWF (World Wildlife Fund) was targeted by protesters in London, alerted me to the fact that any organisation could be a target. Protesters will know their rights, if you infringe upon that right they will be very quick to take action against you, either in court or in the media.

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Russia-Ukraine Conflict Cyber Threats

Fusion Risk Management

The Russian-Ukraine conflict has put global organizations on high alert. Social media giants also responded by offering assistance to Ukrainians, deterring Russia’s disinformation campaigns and disabling the services Moscow’s military can use on the ground. A vulnerable system is an open invitation to the bad actors.