MHA Consulting

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Zero Trust is the emerging approach to network security that requires verification of all traffic, external and internal. Here’s what business continuity professionals need to know about the rigorous new security framework that is designed to protect organizations from hackers and their bots.

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Pure Storage

DECEMBER 14, 2021

As we get ready to welcome 2022, this past year has left a big impression on the security landscape. infrastructure organizations¹—and lesser security threats causing minimal damage. That said, I want to share what I believe are some of the top security trends to watch in 2022: “Connected” or “smart” buildings could be new targets.

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OffsiteDataSync

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

And the problem is growing… According to Group-IB , a Singapore-based security firm, ransomware attacks surged by 150% from 2019 to 2020. Backup and disaster recovery are critical elements in the drive to thwart ransomware. Backup is the final layer of data protection. Multi-Faceted Threat. Three Key Elements.

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OffsiteDataSync

MARCH 31, 2022

World Backup Day was first introduced in 2011. It was easy enough back then; IT just had to backup to tape at night, keep a copy or two around for a month and send another offsite for archival storage. Backup has seen great advancement – even the standard 3-2-1 rule has added a digit or two. But those times are long gone.

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Pure Storage

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Cybersecurity Month 2023: Doing Our Part to #SecureOurWorld by Pure Storage Blog The 20th Cybersecurity Awareness Month is upon us, and it’s the ideal time to build next-gen resilience into your critical infrastructure now while preparing for the cyber challenges of tomorrow. Security is built into everything we do — and all of our products.

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Pure Storage

MARCH 21, 2024

Helping Healthcare Organizations Stay Agile and Protect Data by Pure Storage Blog Imagine that your healthcare business pays $22 million in cryptocurrency to cybercriminals to recover data and systems encrypted in a ransomware attack that targeted a subsidiary, causing massive disruption across the industry.

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Prism International

JANUARY 24, 2023

In honor of this week, i-SIGMA has put together this article that you can share with clients to help them secure data in everyday life. Off-site backups It is a good practice to keep backups of all data, both physical and digital, at a separate location. Physical workstation setup should also be considered for security.

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Pure Storage

AUGUST 25, 2023

10 Ways to Improve Data Management with Automation by Pure Storage Blog “That’s why they call it work, Son.” Automation is also transforming data management , bringing about improvements in standardization, efficiency, accuracy, security, and compliance. That’s what my dad would say if I complained about some task he had set me to do.

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Pure Storage

JANUARY 5, 2024

A Former Hacker Explains How to Fight Ransomware by Pure Storage Blog Cybercriminals are becoming increasingly bold these days, evolving their tactics and attacks as fast as we can evolve our defenses. Good security hygiene is still sorely lacking in many organizations. Now you can.

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LAN Infotech

OCTOBER 17, 2022

How Keeping Track of Microsoft’s Product Plans Can Keep Your Network Secure. Key Points in This Article: CIOs and IT administrators must ensure that their networks remain free and clear of outdated software applications, which can pose a tremendous security risk. Why You Need to Retire Outdated Software Applications.

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Pure Storage

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Boost Your Cybersecurity IQ on the Pure Storage Blog. We don’t just prioritize security for a month a year, and we definitely don’t just help you store your data. Security is built into everything we do and all of our products. We’re covering ransomware from every angle and updating our blog as new trends emerge.

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Online Computers

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Network security breaches have been and will continue to be a major problem for businesses. In this blog post, we will outline the top reasons for network security breaches that will be most prevalent in 2023. While cloud providers already take measures on their end , businesses must also do their part to secure cloud data.

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Pure Storage

JANUARY 5, 2024

A Former Hacker Explains How to Fight Ransomware by Pure Storage Blog Cybercriminals are becoming increasingly bold these days, evolving their tactics and attacks as fast as we can evolve our defenses. Good security hygiene is still sorely lacking in many organizations. Now you can.

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Pure Storage

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

But data security is the biggest risk they face in building a resilient digital business. There’s just one problem: This can add complexity to security postures and significantly impact the ability to protect data. Figure 1: Data security and compliance are considered a much bigger risk in digital transformation than ever before.

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Pure Storage

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Pure Storage and Veeam Partner for Unrivaled Data Protection with Unbeatable Economics by Pure Storage Blog In today’s data-driven world, there’s nothing more important than safeguarding critical information. The post Pure Storage and Veeam Partner for Unrivaled Data Protection with Unbeatable Economics appeared first on Pure Storage Blog.

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Pure Storage

JULY 17, 2023

Resiliency Is Top Priority in 2023 White House Cybersecurity Strategy by Pure Storage Blog Last week, the White House released the updated National Cybersecurity Strategy for 2023—“A Path to Resilience.” As you review the key objectives and recommendations, ask yourself: Is my security architecture resilient?

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Pure Storage

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

With any ransomware attack or security event, there’s going to be a before, a during, and an after. 5 Ways to Close Security Gaps Before an Attack. Poor password management practices and improperly secured endpoint devices can create vulnerabilities. It’s not just enough to maintain security logs.

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OffsiteDataSync

JUNE 29, 2021

Businesses also had to consider the serious implications for backup and disaster recovery. The need to make data and applications accessible on less-secure home networks and often-outdated computers made it harder for IT to protect company resources and easier for cybercriminals to break in. Conclusion.

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Pure Storage

JANUARY 5, 2024

A Former Hacker Explains How to Fight Ransomware by Pure Storage Blog Cybercriminals are becoming increasingly bold these days, evolving their tactics and attacks as fast as we can evolve our defenses. Good security hygiene is still sorely lacking in many organizations. Now you can.

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Pure Storage

MAY 23, 2022

Protecting Backup Copies Is a Key Prevention Tactic. Attackers know that having the ability to restore data mitigates their attack and could eliminate the incentive to pay a ransom so they are specifically targeting backup workloads and processes to eliminate this defense. Ideally, all organizations would protect all their backups.

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OffsiteDataSync

JUNE 29, 2021

That’s why we created our latest e-book, “ Backup & Disaster Recovery Strategies for the New World of Work.” Employees could be using personal machines that aren’t properly protected, and they may be used by less security-conscious family members.

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Zerto

OCTOBER 5, 2023

The Importance of Backup for Microsoft Azure Active Directory In today’s digital landscape, organizations rely heavily on cloud-based services to safeguard critical data and ensure business continuity. In this blog post, we will explore why backing up Azure AD is important to help protect your organization’s digital identity.

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Pure Storage

JANUARY 10, 2024

Pure Storage Veeam Plugin by Pure Storage Blog Note: A newer version of the Pure Storage Veeam plugin is now available! Reduces the performance impact of VMware vSphere backups All vSphere host-based backups require production VMs to operate in a backup state for the duration of the backup operation – regardless of array integration.

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Pure Storage

APRIL 27, 2022

This creates a need to have consistent backup and retention policies that organizations previously had when they delivered these services out of their own data centers. Microsoft 365 has several features, like Recycle Bin, that seem like backup. Threats to Your Data and the Need for Backup. Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365.

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Pure Storage

JANUARY 22, 2024

Blob Storage vs. File Storage by Pure Storage Blog Azure Blob Storage and Azure File Storage (officially called Azure Files ) are both Azure services designed for storing data in the cloud, but they serve different purposes. These snapshots can be used for data recovery, auditing, or creating consistent backups.

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Pure Storage

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

8 Considerations for Retailers Investing in AI-powered Video Surveillance by Pure Storage Blog One might think retailers started the new year feeling festive after wrapping up a robust 2023 holiday shopping season. They also provide compelling evidence for investigations and advanced analytics to enable more proactive security.

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Pure Storage

APRIL 6, 2022

In my previous blog post , I discussed the unfortunate outlook surrounding ransomware threats on today’s financial institutions. For starters, it’s vital that security teams have processes in place to find indicators of compromise (IoCs) in the enterprise ecosystem before an attack is launched. appeared first on Pure Storage Blog.

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Pure Storage

DECEMBER 14, 2023

How to Successfully Manage a File Migration by Pure Storage Blog Are you ready to embark on a file migration journey but feeling a bit overwhelmed by the sheer scope of the task? Permissions and Security: Fortifying Data Security Document all file and directory permissions.

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Pure Storage

JUNE 6, 2023

How Banks Benefit from the New Digital Operational Resilience Act by Pure Storage Blog We’ve all seen how ransomware can bring businesses, local governments, and other organizations to their knees. Complying with DORA is vital for banks based in or doing business in the EU, but compliance is about much more than simple data backup.

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Pure Storage

AUGUST 22, 2022

Some ransomware attackers are also beginning to use DNS tunneling instead of HTTP for data exfiltration, which is fairly simple for attackers to do but difficult for security programs to detect. . Backups and other tasks are scheduled as regular tasks and done automatically behind the scenes. Your backups don’t work.

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Pure Storage

MARCH 21, 2024

Helping Healthcare Organizations Stay Agile and Protect Data by Pure Storage Blog Imagine that your healthcare business needs to pay cybercriminals tens of millions of dollars to recover data and systems encrypted in a ransomware attack. Investing in security also needs to become a higher priority for many healthcare businesses.

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Pure Storage

OCTOBER 19, 2023

How to Back Up Azure Blob Storage by Pure Storage Blog Azure , Microsoft’s cloud computing service, offers a range of storage options, including the widely used Azure Blob Storage. However, even in the cloud, data is vulnerable, making regular backups essential for businesses and individuals alike.

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Pure Storage

JANUARY 15, 2023

5 White House Recommendations for Modern Data Protection Against Ransomware by Pure Storage Blog With the White House raising ransomware to the top of the national security agenda, businesses need a multilayered defense with a modern approach to backup and restore.

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Pure Storage

JANUARY 24, 2024

by Pure Storage Blog When you design a distributed system or enterprise server, you need storage to preserve data. The file system you choose will determine performance, security, and the way the Linux operating system manages files. Administrators choose ext4 when they need extended directory and file system security.

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Pure Storage

JUNE 2, 2023

Driving Scientific Discovery with Big Data by Pure Storage Blog Medical research dominated headlines during the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, the team is also ultimately responsible for the safety and security of the remarkable data stored within those systems. His staff manages all servers, storage, and networking.

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Pure Storage

MARCH 7, 2022

The Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has just released guidance for all organizations to adopt heightened postures to cybersecurity in the face of mounting threats. You should also be fine-tuning patch management programs , practicing excellent data hygiene , and conducting regular security awareness training.

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Pure Storage

JANUARY 9, 2023

One of the most common ransomware attacks we see today is the destruction of backup data. The ability to recover quickly from this sort of destructive attack is a huge question mark for traditional backup systems or any purpose-built backup solution. What’s New in FlashRecover//S? What Is SafeMode in FlashBlade? .

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