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Your Guide to Drafting a Data Retention Policy
by Jerry Hughes on August 9, 2023 at 1:00 PM
Each day, organizations across the globe handle massive amounts of information, and ensuring it's managed securely, compliantly, and efficiently is no walk in the park. The nitty-gritty of data retention, from knowing how long to keep specific files to wading through a maze of regulat …
Cl0p’s MOVEit Attack Victim Count Continues to Climb
by Mark Plantinga on August 2, 2023 at 2:00 PM
The cyber threat landscape continues to evolve at an alarming pace, posing ever-increasing challenges to businesses, governments, and individuals. A particularly troubling development in recent months has been the dramatic rise in MOVEit attacks attributed to the Cl0p ransomware group …
A Comprehensive Guide to Data Center Outsourcing (DCO)
by Peter Fellini on July 27, 2023 at 1:00 PM
Outsourcing data storage to third-party providers is a trend gaining significant momentum across organizations worldwide. Adopting this strategy brings a plethora of benefits, including significant monetary savings, improved flexibility, and a notable decrease in operational responsib …
What to Look for When Hiring a Virtual CISO (vCISO)
by CJ Hurd on July 19, 2023 at 2:30 PM
In the current corporate world, the importance of cybersecurity for companies has amplified. As threats towards business operations and data security mount, the designation of a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) has become a critical element in the strategic management of comp …
Meta's Threads Collects More Data Than You May Know
by Nicholas Foisy on July 10, 2023 at 1:00 PM
Following a period of anticipation, Meta has recently introduced its latest venture into the competitive social media landscape with the launch of Threads. This new application, serving as a Twitter alternative, is now available in 100 countries and joins the ranks of other emergent c …
How Secure Is Your Crypto Wallet?
by Nicholas Foisy on July 7, 2023 at 12:00 PM
Over the past decade, cryptocurrency has shifted from a largely disregarded entity to a highly coveted investment class. Its appeal stems from its nature as a form of digital currency, protected by cryptography and complex computer networks, free from the influence of traditional cent …