The FBI Director's recent warnings paint a chilling picture: Chinese state-sponsored hackers are poised to strike critical US infrastructure. This isn't just about stolen data; a successful attack could disrupt essential services like electricity, water, and communication, causing widespread panic and economic damage.
Are We Prepared for a Chinese Cyberattack on Critical Infrastructure?
New York DFS Cybersecurity Regulations: A Guide for Businesses
In today's digital landscape, cybersecurity is paramount for businesses of all sizes. This article explores the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) cybersecurity regulations, a pioneering set of rules that could impact your financial services business in New York.
Insights into the Omni Hotels IT Outage: A Closer Look
In the hospitality industry, reliability and seamless operations are paramount. Yet, recently, Omni Hotels, one of the largest hotel chains in the United States, found itself grappling with an unprecedented challenge - a technology outage that has stirred panic and concern among its guests and customers.
Top 5 Threats IoT Devices Pose to Data Protection & Privacy
How secure is your IoT (Internet of Things) data? If you don’t know the answer, you could be in trouble.
Yes, IoT devices, or “smart” gadgets, have indeed made life easier for people and businesses like yours — but they can also expose your data and privacy to hackers.
How to Beef Up Your Incident Response Plan
Are you prepared to face a cybersecurity breach, a natural disaster or a system failure?
Such disruptive events can strike at any moment, causing chaos and confusion.
But don’t worry. With an effective incident response plan in place, you can handle any incident with confidence.
Don’t Make These Incident Response Planning Mistakes
Are you worried about cyberattacks hitting your business? You're not alone.
Cyberattacks pose a real danger to businesses like yours and without a solid incident response plan, your business won’t be able to recover quickly, resulting in extensive losses.
Protecting US Water Systems from Cyber Attacks: An Urgent Need
The recent warning issued by the Biden administration to governors across all 50 states regarding the vulnerability of water and wastewater facilities to cyberattacks underscores a pressing concern for national security. The White House's call for immediate action reflects the escalating threat posed by cyber criminals, with attacks attributed to countries like China and Russia causing alarm within government circles.
CISA Hacked: Foreign Adversaries May be Responsible
In the past week, the United States Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), has fallen victim into a cyberattack.
First things first, let me give you a rundown on who exactly CISA is. Many may not be familiar with this cybersecurity agency tasked with protecting our nation's critical assets from cyber threats and criminals.
The Rising Threat of Ransomware: Insights from FBI’s Internet Crime Report
In recent years, the scourge of ransomware has reached unprecedented levels, posing significant threats to individuals and businesses alike. The latest insights from the FBI's Internet Crime Report for 2023 shed light on the alarming rise of ransomware attacks and the urgent need for heightened cybersecurity measures.
Ward Trucking Cyberattack: A Closer Look
Imagine ordering something online, and eagerly awaiting its delivery, only to find out that the entire system supporting the delivery process has been hit by cybercriminals. This disruption not only affects the company involved but ripples through various industries connected to the supply chain.