The Rising Costs of Data Breaches. What Businesses Can Expect to Pay in 2024?

Data breaches. The worst thing that can happen to a business. As with any major catastrophic event that can hit a company, a data breach also seem unlikely to happen. However, they do happen, and when they do, the results can be devastating. An incident can cost millions, and about 30% of smaller or medium-sized […]

Predicting the Unpredictable: Mapping Out Possible Cyber Threat Trends for 2024

Cyber security has been important ever since we’ve had computers in our lives. But as our lives become more and more intertwined with cyberspace, online security is becoming the center of attention. And not just for companies but for everyone. With the growing number and sophistication of cyber threats, hackers can steal our identities in […]

How Can Managed Security Services Providers Be Beneficial for a Business?

Good and in-house security professionals are hard to find, and finding the right team can prove to be a daunting task. Every company prefers to secure its software applications, customer data, intellectual property, and other business assets. In order to implement this efficiently, your business needs the right people, the right technologies, proper strategies, and […]

Why Are Cybercriminals Targeting Educational Institutions

Last year saw a sharp increase in the number and impact of cyber attacks on educational institutions across the US. While healthcare and financial industries have always been prime targets, cyber criminals seem to be turning more to learning institutions as targets for hacking. It is not just criminals prepared to sell your information on […]

The Difference between Real and Fake Ransomware

Standard ransomware is the deliberate sabotage of your computer files and data by outsiders. The criminals in no uncertain terms tell you that your information has been encrypted, making it unusable. They tell you that you have a limited time, such as 48 to 72 hours, to pay them or your files will be forever […]

Comparing Next Generation Firewalls to Web Application Firewalls

Firewalls are a crucial element of web security, but many IT professionals still aren’t clear on the differences between next generation firewalls (NGFW) and web application firewalls (WAF). There are vital points of difference between the two; being aware of the specifications can help make the purchasing and administration process clearer. While it might seem […]