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5 Biggest Threats to Encryption

Oct 31, 2023 By OpsMatters In OpsMatters
Encryption is the unsung hero of our digital lives. It safeguards our personal information and keeps our online communications secure. But like any superhero, encryption has its own set of adversaries. In this article, we'll explore the five biggest threats to encryption: quantum computing, key security, blockchain and monetary security, law enforcement pushback, and the human factor. Let's begin!
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Online Security For Businesses: Threats, Weaknesses, And Solutions

Aug 25, 2023 By OpsMatters In OpsMatters
The rapid evolution of technology has brought about immense benefits, but it has also paved the way for sophisticated cybercriminals. These adversaries are constantly devising new methods to exploit vulnerabilities in business IT systems. From ransomware attacks to phishing schemes, the variety and complexity of these threats are escalating. As businesses expand their online presence and rely more on digital platforms, understanding the landscape of cyber threats becomes crucial. It's not just about protection; it's about staying ahead in an ever-changing cyber environment.
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Norway's Government Agencies Breached by Zero-Day Attack (CVE-2023-35078)

Jul 26, 2023 By Brenda Gratas In InvGate
In a recent cyber attack that sent shockwaves through the security community, a group of hackers exploited a zero-day vulnerability, CVE-2023-35078, in Ivanti's Mobile Endpoint Management software (EPMM), compromising several Norwegian government agencies. The breach, which targeted twelve government ministries, has raised concerns about the potential risks faced by thousands of other organizations that might be vulnerable to similar attacks. Keep reading to understand the extent of the exploit.
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What is SOC Compliance? Basic Overview for Businesses

May 11, 2023 By makenzie In NinjaOne

IBM reports that the global average total cost of a data breach in 2022 was $4.35 million. Data breaches are rising each year, with an ever-increasing cost, so it’s absolutely essential to be prepared and proactive in your data protection strategy. When clients provide personal or business data to an MSP, they expect the provider to have proper policies and procedures in place to protect that data.

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6 Signs Your Company is Experiencing Data Breaches

Mar 9, 2023 By OpsMatters In OpsMatters
Do you always stress about the confidential data your business owns? You have a valid reason to worry because data security risks are a growing concern and the stakes have never been higher. According to a recent report, the global cybercrime cost may reach $10.5 trillion by 2025. Businesses must be vigilant about potential data theft and take proactive measures to protect themselves.
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CircleCI Breach: How to Rotate All Stored Secrets ASAP

Jan 5, 2023 By Leonid Belkind In Torq

Yesterday, CircleCI, a Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) service, notified the world it had been breached via a critical advisory from its CTO. As a major software delivery pipeline service, CircleCI users store myriad credentials for various services in CircleCI’s “Secrets Store” infrastructure.

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Recovering Your Business From A Cybersecurity Breach

Nov 20, 2022 By OpsMatters In OpsMatters
Did you know that over 95% of cybersecurity breaches are caused by human error? If you've fallen victim to a cybersecurity breach, you must devote time and energy to recovering your business and revamping your cybersecurity strategy. So, how do you recover your business from a cybersecurity breach? Keep reading as we discuss the consequences of a cybersecurity breach, how to handle them, and how to forge a more robust cybersecurity strategy to prevent future violations.
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How biometric technology is future-proofing tech operations

Nov 18, 2022 By OpsMatters In OpsMatters
The rate at which we see technology advancing has perhaps never been as rapid as it is today. We live in a time in which processing capacities double every 18 months, 2.5 quintillion bytes of data are created each day, and the tech sector in the US alone has an estimated value of around $1.6 trillion. This rate of transformation has brought many benefits to almost every facet of our daily lives, from leisure and transport to education and employment, though it's the security industry that has enjoyed arguably the most meaningful advancements when it comes to future-proofing their operations.
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Data Breach Prevention Methods in Cloud Computing

Aug 24, 2022 By OpsMatters In OpsMatters
Today, cloud computing has significantly contributed to various areas of human life. With increased personal, business, and government data, institutions and service providers have begun transferring most of their activities to the cloud for storage and processing. Various industries, including financial services, healthcare, and real estate, have taken advantage of cloud computing applications. However, the potential for data breaches has also accompanied the many benefits of cloud computing.
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How To Secure Your Business Digitally?

Jul 30, 2022 By OpsMatters In OpsMatters
If there is one thing you should never handle with levity over your company, then it has to be your data security. There is a consistent record of data breaches occurring every day. And a Risk-based Security report claims data breaches exposed 22 billion records in 2021! That's a massive blow to the confidentiality of private and sensitive records! And the type of crimes these data thefts can be used to perpetrate is even costlier on companies and their customers.
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