One of the most essential components of any cyberdefense program is a powerful firewall configuration. Two ways to ensure your firewalls and web filters are operating at maximum capacity involve the application of robust analytics via firewall penetration testing tools and firewall security audits. (more…)
Cybersecurity has never been more indispensable than it is today; the internet is shapeshifting every year, not over decades. Social engineering scams exploit both the vulnerabilities that arise from these changes and human psychology.They are responsible for a significant portion of online fraud—attack volume and financial losses. Baiting social engineering scams represent one of the most common attacks used by cybercriminals. (more…)
A comprehensive information security program utilizes multiple strategies, solutions, and layers to achieve a level of security that sufficiently protects against modern hackers, viruses, and other cybersecurity threats. Via comprehensive information security program development, IT leaders can establish a framework that defends their organization’s entire digital environment and the assets contained within. (more…)
Your organization may have sound policies for information and technology use, but threat actors will always go for the weakest surface of the cybersecurity program: the workforce. According to Verizon’s 2021 Data Breach Investigations Report, 85 percent of all breaches involved the human element of cybersecurity. Therefore, pretexting social engineering remains a top concern for organizations. (more…)
Penetration testing, also known as pen-testing, makes it easy to uncover exploitable vulnerabilities and other flaws in your network security. But with new threats emerging on a daily basis, some are left wondering: is penetration testing compulsory for my business? If so, what are the requirements for maintaining compliance? For some compliance frameworks, such as the PCI DSS, pen-testing is required. For others, it’s strongly advised. (more…)
With advances in cloud computing, many organizations are looking to manage their computing resources via cloud-based solutions. While cloud computing offers greater computing flexibility, gaps in cloud security can leave organizations vulnerable to sophisticated cyberattacks. Your organization can benefit from cloud security tools to protect valuable cloud-based assets from security threats. Read on to learn more about the top cloud security defenses. (more…)
Identity lifecycle management (ILM) is one of the cornerstones of identity and access management (IAM). Keeping your organization’s data secure against all threats requires diligent, ongoing user account management and monitoring. (more…)
Network penetration testing, or pen-testing, is essential for any organization that’s serious about IT security. With so many potential threats lurking just outside of your network, it’s not enough to set up a firewall and hope for the best. However, depending on your specific needs, network penetration testing costs can quickly add up. (more…)
The severity and sophistication of modern cyberattacks requires a calculated and methodical approach. Given our reliance on IT systems, it’s critical that your team knows precisely how to respond to cybersecurity incidents. To streamline the process and ensure all procedures have been executed, many experts recommend 7 phases of incident response. (more…)
If your organization is in the process of developing or expanding its cybersecurity program, you should consider generating a risk rating report. These reports vary widely in nature, depending on the risks specific to your organization. However, the overarching methods for interpreting and utilizing them remain consistent for all organizations. Namely, you’ll need to understand the relationships between vulnerabilities and threats, which determine how likely (and how dangerous) risks are. (more…)