Security is not just for techies.. By now you have probably heard about the attack on Twitter’s #bluecheck users. The attack resulted in several well-known users losing their bluecheck or not being able to gain access to Twitter. After some time, verified users were granted access once again, and their bluechecks reinstated. Let’s assess the …
With the New Year comes a fresh start. For most firms, the beginning of the year is often the busiest. Around this time, some firms are going through the hiring process and introducing their new employees to their systems, business model and operations. A critical step within cybersecurity is employee security lifecycle. The employee security lifecycle starts …
Too often firms are content doing the bare minimum. It provides an easy way to check the box. But checking the box does not lead to securing your assets. Remember a lot of the rules and regulations are there as starting points. It is up to you to develop your cyber security program in a …
Yet another data breach at government agencies and schools. I’m sure by now you’ve read about the two cities in Florida paying almost $1 million after their computer system were hacked. Cyber breaches like this happen very often. These are the ones we here about. Most financial firms keep it under wrap. Small to mid-size …
Let’s discuss how most RIAs approach the security of their data and assets. We have spoken to a few RIAs who approach cyber security as a wish list: something they want to have but don’t have the resource for it now. If you are approaching cybersecurity the same way as the industry approaches compliance, by …
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Have you noticed that vishing calls are on the rise lately? There was a period where they all but disappeared but in the last year or so they have come back with the vengeance. These calls will get you questioning your sanity. From your social security being compromised… oh no, what do you do… Call …
Previous Next Somewhere in your inbox, spam or junk folder is this lengthy phishing email. I’m sure it’s caught your attention (after all, that’s what it’s designed to do). You have been caught on camera doing something naughty… now send “us” 1000 bitcoin…(since bitcoin has gone down in value they need to make a living …
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What personal data are you giving away for free? Consumers are now spending ridiculous amount to give up more of their own data and privacy is at the top of the list. Apple recently admitted after some strong denial that their devices are automatically turning on location tracking. As we move further into the technology …
Antivirus Cures Everything Let’s tackle one well-known myth about #cyber security Antivirus software will stop all cyber attacks. This is a very popular belief that most people have about cybersecurity. Antivirus has been made to be the number one defense against cyber threats. Your IT personnel probably harps about the importance of making sure your …
Whether it is the regulatory code of ethics or cybersecurity, employees need to know and understand their obligations. Giving them a policy and procedure that is several pages and asking them to read, retain and apply the information provided is an irrational idea. There will be resistance, some who don’t understand and those who will …
