Protecting Account Holders Data Security at Credit Unions and Community Banks
Learn more about the importance of developing enhanced cybersecurity practices to support credit unions and community banks
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Global Penetration Testing Industry Market Analysis: White Hat Hacking for Enhanced Digital Security
There has never been a time in global history when penetration testing was more important to governments and companies around the world.
In just the first 4 months of 2021, high profile events such as the State Capitol Attack , SolarWinds attack, and Microsoft Exchange Data Breach have brought a renewed focus to the topic of cyber security by revealing how vulnerable physical and digital infrastructure can be in a rapidly evolving world.
In this article, we will explore the unique market dynamics driving the global penetration market and the immense opportunities available for white hat hackers to apply their skills and help secure our world.
For Small Banks, Cyberattacks Carry Long-Term Consequences
Read on to learn more about how cyberattacks against small banks carry long-term consequences.
Ethical Hacking 101: Get to Know the Top 5 White Hat Hackers of All Time
In this article, we define white hat hacking, as well as other forms of hacking, and introduce you to the top five white hat hackers of all time
Implementing KYC Practices to Meet Regulatory Challenges
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know-Your-Customer (KYC) guidelines, and the regulatory requirements driving them, are constantly evolving.
Learn more about implementing KYC practices to meet regulatory challenges and associated ongoing challenges.
K-12 Cybersecurity is the Key to Safeguarding Our Nation's Digital Infrastructure
With schools being ill-prepared for cyberthreats, now is the time to make cybersecurity a priority. Read on to learn more about recent threats and actions taken.
Evolving a Cybersecurity Plan Under Texas Senate Bill 820
This article discusses how SB-820 affects schools, what it entails, the need for a cybersecurity framework, and how this bill interlocks with HB-3834.
It's Time for Legislation Addressing Information Security at Schools
It’s time for legislation addressing information security in schools to protect against ransomware attacks, data breaches, phishing scams, social engineering, denial of service attacks, and other malicious intrusions.
Global Digital Transformation Means the World Needs Ethical Hackers More than Ever
Organizations worldwide are working to complete digital transformation initiatives. That means, now more than ever, ethical hackers are needed now more than ever.
Russian Foreign Intelligence Service Accused of Targeting the U.S. and Allied Digital Networks
The FBI and CISA released a joint statement on April 15th outlining evidence of SVR carrying out cyber attacks.
K-12 Cybersecurity Focus: Actionable Advice for Enhancing Cybersecurity at K-12 Schools
Follow these actionable steps to enhance cybersecurity in K-12 schools, including what teachers, parents, and students should know.
Part 3: Security Blind Spots: The Fallacy of SMB Cyber Invulnerability
The SolarWinds and Microsoft Exchange attacks carried out by nation-state hackers have lately commanded the headlines. With all the attention on the large organizations compromised by these attacks, it’s possible SMBs have become complacent about cyber security, or even dismissive of the threat posed by hackers. SMB survey data indicates this would be a terrible mistake.
Part 2: Security Blind Spots: How Trust Concealed the SolarWinds Attack
The concept of trust is fundamental to cyber security. It is how cyber security professionals control access to private information. Trusted users and applications are allowed to access private information and those that are untrusted are not.
The SolarWinds attack demonstrated how this defense can be breached on an incredibly grand scale. Over 100 organizations were penetrated by Russian-state hackers that surreptitiously inserted malware into trusted software. Prestigious U.S. government agencies and Fortune-ranked corporations blithely installed the Trojan horse in their networks because they trusted its source.
Part I: Security Blind Spots: How the Microsoft Exchange Hack Preys on SMBs
For most SMBs, email remains the lifeblood of business communications, carrying vital internal messages between employees, plus critical information needed externally by customers, suppliers and partners. A disruption to the organization’s email service can cause serious financial harm and damage to its brand.