One of the most active and notorious ransomware gangs, BlackCat (also known as ALPHV) has made headlines again this week. The BlackCat ransomware gang is a formidable threat to enterprises worldwide. They have already compromised hundreds of organizations worldwide, including...

There is no step-by-step outline. There are no clear definitions. No certifications or being “approved.” But there is a lot of vague language like “[use] where practical” or “reasonable.”   And you still have to be ready for risk assessment where...

CVE-2023-34362 was publicly disclosed on May 31, 2023, by Progress Software. However, the vulnerability had been exploited in the wild for several weeks prior to disclosure. The Cl0p ransomware group was one of the first attackers to exploit CVE-2023-34362, and...

Endpoint security is an evolving field, with a host of tools designed to protect, manage, and respond to threats in the digital landscape. Among those tools are Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP), and Unified Endpoint Management...

As we welcome the crisp air and falling leaves of October, we also embrace National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM) - a time for individuals and businesses alike to reflect on the importance of securing their digital information. As our...

I've been alerted by my bank about their hack, and it looks like I'm one of the victims. I’d like to know what they are doing to protect my money and prevent this from happening again. Financial services firms are...

“Tell me about your policies for patch and vulnerability management.” How does your workplace keep up-to-date with the latest patches and updates? How about finding, assessing, and prioritizing vulnerabilities in your infrastructure? Your next audit may want to know. They...

When you work in a sprawling healthcare complex, where are you going throughout the day? ​​It's not just about the hospital. It's about the outpatient clinic, the physical therapy center, the nursing home, and all of the buildings that make...

Cybercriminals are notorious for their swift actions. Once a zero-day exploit is discovered, they waste no time infecting numerous systems in the hours that follow. This malicious activity persists for weeks, and in some cases, even months, due to the...

Things going through your head after your workplace was hit by a breach:  How much Protected Health Information was accessed? Will I have to pay HIPAA penalties? How do I tell my patients? How many of my patients are affected...