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The Importance of Cyber Hygiene for Businesses
Cybercrime is set to cost $10.3 trillion worldwide by 2025, posing major risks to critical infrastructure. Good cyber hygiene is essential for businesses to stay ahead of threats and protect their networks. The Growing Threat of Cybercrime As a cybersecurity...
Beware of Apple ID Password Reset Scam
Apple users worldwide are being targeted by a scam prompting them to reset their Apple ID password multiple times. It's important to be aware of this fraudulent activity and take the necessary precautions. What is the scam about? Apple users from various countries are...
Russian Hacker Group ToddyCat Uses Advanced Tools for Industrial-Scale Data Theft
Kaspersky has uncovered a concerning threat actor, ToddyCat, targeting government and military entities. Overview of ToddyCat ToddyCat is a notorious threat actor known for utilizing sophisticated tools and techniques to engage in data theft. This cybercriminal group...
Empowering Small & Medium-Sized Businesses through ND-ISAC’s Cyber Guide
Navigating the Cybersecurity Landscape with Confidence In the cyber realm, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) face a multitude of challenges. To guide them through these challenges, the National Defense Information Sharing & Analysis Center (ND-ISAC)...
Boeing’s Recent Export Control Violations: A Call to Arms for Cybersecurity Measures
In a recent turn of events, Boeing Company, a major player in the aerospace industry, faces hefty penalties amounting to $51 million due to violations of export control regulations. These breaches not only highlight critical gaps in safeguarding sensitive data but...
The Evolving Landscape of Cybersecurity for MSPs: A Shallow Dive into the Implications of the CMMC
In the ever-evolving world of managed service providers (MSPs), standing out from the competition is paramount. Historically, my focus as an MSP owner has been on delivering top-notch cybersecurity and compliance solutions. However, as the industry shifts towards a...
What Happened During the Meta Platform Outage?
Understanding the Recent Facebook, Instagram, and Messenger Outages The Meta Platforms Outage The recent outage of Meta platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and Messenger, left millions of users across the globe baffled and frustrated. Here’s a comprehensive look...
Understanding the Department of Defense New Proposed Rule for the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Program
The Defense Department has released a detailed video explaining its recently proposed rule for the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program, focusing on its nuances, complexities, and importance. Understanding the Proposed Rule The video aims to...
New DoD Rule Impacts Small Businesses Approach to CMMC Requirements
On December 26, 2023, the Department of Defense (DoD) released a proposed rule, stirring up significant changes in the way small businesses have implemented Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements. The rule necessitates that businesses using...
Strengthening Cybersecurity in the Defense Industrial Base: An Overview of DoD’s CMMC Program
The U.S. Department of Defense's (DoD) recent proposal to amend the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Program marks a pivotal shift in the cybersecurity landscape for defense contractors and subcontractors. This initiative, rooted in the need for...