When you think about malware, adware, or Trojans going on the attack, you often think of your personal computer, your phone, or your company being at risk. However, most people never think about the risk to colleges and universities. But if you look at the statistics, you’ll see that malware is a huge problem for … Read more
Did you know that security concerns are turning people away from social media platforms? They are aware that hackers are obtaining users’ personal data through the most commonly visited media sites. If you are on social media platforms in any capacity, you’re probably aware of this fact, and it may have even already happened to … Read more
There is nothing more frustrating than sitting on your computer with two programs open as you watch the Spinning Wheel of Death oscillate. We all get irritated when the internet speed is slow. But instead of shouting and breaking your new Macbook, try these tips for increasing the speed of your internet. Why Does Your … Read more
Password security is the most basic and ubiquitous form of cybersecurity. Every single account created online has a password attached to it. They predate the internet by hundreds of years and to this day, they remain the most reliable form of user authentication. So why does everybody choose such terrible passwords? What Makes a Password … Read more
Stop Replacing your PC Once Every Three Years. It is no secret that PC has a bad reputation. In addition to being viewed as the model that is more likely to receive a virus, PCs are seemingly built to break. According to most companies, when your computer slows down, or behaves unusually, it is simply time … Read more
Baltimore, Maryland, Atlanta, Georgia, and South Carolina are three of the recent areas that have been grabbing headlines with reports of ransomware attacks. These attacks range from small hiccups during the business day to dispatch…
In 2017, research has averaged the cost of a data breach to be over 7 million dollars. On average it takes an approximated 46 days to resolve a cyber-attack. Regardless of the numbers, it’s…
Cybersecurity vulnerabilities are weaknesses that allow attackers to reduce system information assurance. Sensible strategies should begin with basic knowledge of exactly what vulnerabilities may exist in your systems. Among the first steps is to…
THERE ARE MAJOR CHANGES ON THE HORIZON FOR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTORS WHO WORK WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE. There are major changes on the horizon for government contractors who work with the Department of Defense. By the end of November, the new Defense Security Service (DSS) NISPOM Change 2 will impact DoD contractors, requiring them to … Read more
Most organizations depend on a complex set of information systems for their mission-critical functions. The risks to these systems and the information they contain are one of many concerns for management at all levels. For practical, operational reasons, most organizations will often allow for a few vulnerabilities that impact their information systems, with a plan … Read more
