Cybercrime such as ransomware attacks, viruses, scams, theft, email phishing, impersonation, and hacking is increasingly common. The general lack of care and attention towards cyber-security in the online community is owed to several pre-existing myths about online safety. Here are 5 such misconceptions about cyber-security. 1. Antivirus and Cyber-Security Software is Good … [Read more...] about Common Cybersecurity Myths Busted
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Social Media – The Fastest Growing Threat Surface
We cannot escape our increasing reliance on social media in our personal and professional lives. But it is crucial to know that the accessibility of social media platforms has made it one of the fastest-growing attack surfaces, with consumers losing $770 million to fraud already. While social media is fun, it may unknowingly expose themselves and their workplace to online fraud, phishing, … [Read more...] about Social Media – The Fastest Growing Threat Surface
The Hybrid Working Model and Data Security
A hybrid working mode has made the traditional desk-pinned office settings more dynamic. It allows companies to manage their workforce effectively, all the while giving flexibility to employees. From one perspective, this leads to increased productivity and decreased living costs and commuting for employees. However, hybrid work also elevates data security concerns now that the employees … [Read more...] about The Hybrid Working Model and Data Security
2 Million Patients’ Data Compromised in Cyber Attack on Shields Healthcare Group
Shields Healthcare Group recently suffered a data breach, putting at stake the personal information of roughly 2 million people. The Massachusetts-based healthcare company provides management, MRI, PET, CT, and ambulatory surgical services on behalf of health care facilities in New England. According to a notification published on the company’s official website, Shield became aware of the … [Read more...] about 2 Million Patients’ Data Compromised in Cyber Attack on Shields Healthcare Group
Tips for Supply Chain Risk Management
Cyber risk management is a rather challenging feat, even for the most experienced cybersecurity teams. Many day-to-day business functions depend on outsourcing to third-party companies to create a vast digital trail that ultimately requires cyber protection and monitoring. Therefore, relationship management is essential for managing cybersecurity risks in the supply chain or the vendor … [Read more...] about Tips for Supply Chain Risk Management
