Lessons to Learn from the CrowdStrike Outage
The recent CrowdStrike outage serves as a significant wake-up call for businesses relying on cybersecurity solutions. CrowdStrike’s temporary service disruption, as one of the leading providers of endpoint security, underscores the importance of preparedness and resilience in the face of unexpected technological failures. This incident provides valuable insights into how businesses can strengthen their own […]
The Truth is Cyber Attacks Don’t Just Start with Ransom and End at Recovery: It’s Much Worse
After cyber attacks attention often centers on immediate impacts such as ransom payments and data recovery. However, have you ever considered the broader repercussions that extend far beyond these initial concerns? Cyber attacks incur costs that ripple through organizations, impacting finances, reputation, legal status, operations, customer relationships, and long-term viability. As you delve into the […]
The Silent Threat Looming Over Small Medical Practices: A Closer Look at the Importance of HIPAA Compliance
In recent news, McLaren Health, a large health system with 15 hospitals in Michigan, faced a crippling ransomware attack in August 2023. Affiliates of the ALPHV/BlackCat ransomware group were responsible, boasting that they managed to siphon off the sensitive data of nearly 2.5 million patients. But while such incidents often make the headlines because they […]
MGM Breach A Wake-up Call for Business Leaders
MGM, one of the leading resort giants, is reeling from the aftermath of a damaging cyberattack that occurred in September. The assailants successfully accessed a vast amount of personally identifiable information (PII) from MGM’s clientele, an incident that the company anticipates will lead to a staggering $100 million loss. In a recent filing with the […]
The Growing Influence of AI in Sophisticated Social Engineering Attacks
In the rapidly evolving world of technology, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as the pivotal factor driving revolutionary changes, notably in the realm of cybersecurity. By leveraging AI’s unmatched ability to process vast amounts of data and adapt dynamically, cyber adversaries are now unveiling a new age of social engineering attacks. Where once these tactics […]
