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Leave the World Behind – Could the Cyberattack Blackout Really Happen?
by Nicholas Foisy on December 13, 2023 at 4:31 PM
Spoiler Alert: This article reveals key aspects of "Leave the World Behind." This captivating movie engages viewers with a narrative that seamlessly merges the realms of fiction and plausible real-world events. Its portrayal of a devastating cyberattack resulting in a countrywide powe …
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 …
Temu App Poses Potential Data Risk for Consumers
by Nicholas Foisy on June 30, 2023 at 11:00 AM
The modern world is governed by apps. From communication to e-commerce, every aspect of our lives seems to be tied to digital platforms that promise convenience at the touch of a button. Among these apps, a newcomer has garnered significant attention lately.
Businesses Can Learn From the Classified Pentagon Leak
by Jake Dwares on April 14, 2023 at 4:30 PM
On April 14th, 2023, 21-year-old Massachusetts Air National Guardsman Jack Teixeira appeared in federal court, accused of leaking classified documents in a Discord group titled “Thug Shaker Central”. Facing charges under the 1917 Espionage Act, Jack is looking at potential decades in …
Flight Troubles & Business Continuity Planning
by Jake Dwares on January 11, 2023 at 4:15 PM
This morning, the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) system for alerting pilots and airports of real-time hazards, called NOTAM (Notice to Air Missions), went offline around 3:28AM EST. While flights have slowly resumed to normalcy, this recent event is a further example of a bre …
What Does It Mean to Be CJIS Compliant?
by Kelly O’Brien on December 1, 2022 at 3:00 PM
If your organization is involved with government entities and operations, chances are you have heard of Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance. The term is commonly used in law enforcement but can also apply to civil entities.