Scott R. Davis

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

The impersonator also has gained access to Uber's HackerOne account which is used by the Cyber Security Community (Ethical - The Good Guys) to report other security vulnerabilities in the platform. Over the next couple weeks watch your credit cards, and any other accounts that used that same password (should be none) for unusual activity.

Alert 246

Alert Security Communications Vulnerability 246

Recovery Diva

OCTOBER 13, 2021

This textbook provides a multitude of case studies each written by academics who are actively teaching and/or have developed curriculum in the fields of crisis, disaster, and/or emergency management with a specific focus on vulnerable populations that are the weakest links in the hazard-risk chain. Reviewer: Irmak Renda-Tanali, D.Sc.,

Crisis Management 186

Crisis Management Accreditation Vulnerability Disaster Preparedness 186

Emergency Planning

MARCH 29, 2023

lifts [elevators] blocked: people possibly trapped in them trains stranded: people possibly stranded in them traffic control inoperable: possibility of accidents and queues at road junctions critical facilities (hospitals, police stations, etc.)

Transportation 208

Transportation Hospitality Sports Emergency Response 208

Pure Storage

APRIL 3, 2025

They’re used to track system activity to detect anomalies, contain threats, and serve as crucial forensic evidence. Neither choice is ideal as they both create data gaps, which increases the organization’s vulnerability. Process data quickly, but collect security logs from fewer sources.

Cyber Resilience 104

Cyber Resilience Resilience Alert Cybersecurity 104

Pure Storage

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Data breaches often exploit vulnerabilities in software, weak passwords, or insider threats to gain access to critical systems and exfiltrate data. Cybercriminals exploit vulnerabilities in outdated systems or through advanced persistent threats (APTs). To fix these vulnerabilities: 1.

Security 52

Security Vulnerability Cybersecurity Cyber Resilience 52

Emergency Planning

MARCH 23, 2022

The increasing vulnerability and dwindling redundancy of life-support systems will aggravate the effect of proliferating failure among critical infrastructure networks. Disaster’ refers to an event that causes damage, destruction, interruption of services and important activities, and possibly casualties. Preamble 1.1

Resilience 244

Resilience All-Hazards Emergency Planning Hazard 244

LAN Infotech

APRIL 17, 2025

But what if I told you that your office printer yes, the one quietly humming in the corner could be one of the biggest vulnerabilities in your entire network? But most businesses never update their printers firmware , leaving them vulnerable to known exploitations. It sounds ridiculous, but hackers love printers.

Security 52

Security Malware Vulnerability Banking 52

LAN Infotech

MARCH 20, 2025

Exploiting cloud storage vulnerabilities to access and extract sensitive files. Monitor cloud environments for suspicious activity. Our cybersecurity experts will evaluate your current defenses, identify vulnerabilities and implement proactive measures to protect your sensitive information from data extortion.

Backup 96

Backup Cybersecurity Vulnerability Disaster Recovery 96

Bernstein Crisis Management

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

According to the Edelman survey, young adults are particularly vulnerable, with 53% endorsing hostile activism as a legitimate tool for change. Crisis communication planning including vulnerability audits, crisis protocol, message development and spokesperson training. For those tuned in, the future will not come as a surprise.

Crisis Management 130

Crisis Management Vulnerability Audit Scenario Planning 130

Pure Storage

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Assessing Ransomware Risk with the Pure Storage Security Assessment by Pure Storage Blog Summary The Pure Storage Security Assessment is a comprehensive evaluation tool that helps organizations identify and address vulnerabilities in their storage environment and offers actionable steps to help them reduce exposure to threats.

Security 52

Security Vulnerability Backup Evaluation 52

Fusion Risk Management

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

From risk assessments to contingency planning, Fusion equips organizations to navigate operational vulnerabilities effectively. It uncovers previously unknown vulnerabilities and prioritizes by real business impact (not just size) to strengthen resilience programs in the most efficient way.

Resilience 59

Resilience Banking Vulnerability Crisis Management 59

Bernstein Crisis Management

MAY 19, 2023

Key activities in this stage include: Risk analysis: Conducting a comprehensive analysis of the organization’s operations to identify potential threats and assess their probability and potential impact.

Crisis Management 202

Crisis Management Management Evaluation Authorization 202

PagerDuty

DECEMBER 17, 2024

This can easily be extended to any activity within the Kubernetes ecosystem, and 23 plugins are available for tasks such as maintaining PVs, deploying services, grabbing logs, or running internal jobs. Patch Deployment Description: Vulnerabilities in Linux systems need to be patched promptly to prevent exploitation.

Vulnerability 64

Vulnerability Backup Outage Application 64

Zerto

OCTOBER 24, 2024

On the other, it provides cybercriminals with sophisticated tools to exploit vulnerabilities. Automated vulnerability scanning AI-powered tools can scan vast networks for vulnerabilities at an unprecedented speed. This automation significantly reduces the time required for cybercriminals to identify and exploit vulnerabilities.

Cybersecurity 52

Cybersecurity Vulnerability Cyber Resilience Resilience 52

Emergency Planning

AUGUST 3, 2023

b) In terms of its methodology, the NRR discusses vulnerability but does not accept the premise (Hewitt 1983) that it is the major component of risk. e) The risks are prioritised by giving most weight to those associated with hostile activity. Hence, the risk register largely discusses hazards and threats, not risks sensu stricto.

All-Hazards 204

All-Hazards Natural Hazard Hazard Government 204

everbridge

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

The threat of an active assailant incident, while not new, remains a significant focus for organizations striving to protect their people and property. Organizations must assess their current vulnerabilities and tailor their plans to address specific threats, including potential active assailant incidents.

Activation 52

Activation Response Plan Benchmark Alert 52

Security Industry Association

APRIL 11, 2025

This fact alone highlights a critical vulnerability in how facilities are secured and managed. An unauthorized visitor with bad intentions can engage in a number of fraudulent activities, ranging from product theft to unauthorized reselling of goods. Fraud and liability risks stand out as the most prominent and pressing concerns.

Management 59

Management Vulnerability Travel Insurance 59

Recovery Diva

MAY 29, 2024

And second, disasters exacerbate existing vulnerabilities. Recovery is not a “thing,” but rather it is linked to how we talk about recovery, make decisions about recovery and prioritize some activities over others.” This research also shows how disaster recovery is a social process.

Disaster Recovery 100

Disaster Recovery Vulnerability Activation 100

LAN Infotech

APRIL 17, 2025

Employees download and use unauthorized apps, software and cloud services often with good intentions but in reality theyre creating massive security vulnerabilities without even realizing it. Well identify vulnerabilities, flag security risks and help you lock down your business before its too late. What Is Shadow IT?

Malware 52

Malware Vulnerability Authentication Security 52

LogisManager

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Change Healthcare, a leading provider of data analytics, revenue cycle management, and payment solutions, found itself vulnerable due to flaws in its data management practices. Insufficient Board and Leadership Oversight : The board of directors and executive team were not actively engaged in risk management, leading to a lack of governance.

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Healthcare Management Audit 52

Pure Storage

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Many ransomware groups have ties to broader illicit activities, including terrorism, human trafficking, and weapons smuggling. This “ air-gapped ” approach ensures that ransomware cannot encrypt your backups along with your active files. They dont secure your system or eliminate vulnerabilities that led to the attack.

Backup 52

Backup Cybersecurity Cyber Resilience Vulnerability 52

Security Industry Association

JANUARY 6, 2025

Dunton is committed to advancing the industry through active leadership; she serves on the boards of the AFCOM Greater Minnesota Chapter and the 7×24 Exchange Minnesota Chapter and has contributed her expertise as a board member of the Minnesota ASIS Chapter.

Security 59

Security Government Education Vulnerability 59

Security Industry Association

MARCH 1, 2024

One impactful group in this ongoing battle is the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures Program (CVE). Spearheaded by the MITRE Corporation, CVE is a crucial framework for identifying and managing vulnerabilities across various systems. Risk mitigation: Identifying vulnerabilities is the first step towards mitigating risks.

Vulnerability 52

Vulnerability Security Mitigation Authorization 52

Zerto

JULY 6, 2023

The Need for Effective Ransomware Detection Ransomware attacks can strike businesses of all sizes and industries, wreaking havoc on their operations and leaving them vulnerable to extortion. Traditional security measures are no longer sufficient, since cybercriminals constantly evolve their tactics to bypass defences.

Resilience 115

Resilience Audit Cyber Resilience Malware 115

everbridge

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

During disasters, distracted, weakened, and vulnerable businesses and individuals are easy targets for cyber criminals. Additionally, the vulnerability of critical infrastructure like power grids, communication networks, and transportation systems during times of crisis makes them prime targets for state-sponsored cyberattacks.

Malware 52

Malware All-Hazards Response Plan Cybersecurity 52

Reciprocity

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Security Information Event Management (SIEM), vulnerability scanning/remediation, Intrusion Detection Systems/Controls, Security Operations personnel etc.) This can significantly reduce the time and effort needed during the assessment phase.

Authorization 52

Authorization Gap Analysis Audit Vulnerability 52

LogisManager

JUNE 4, 2024

This method also highlights areas that would benefit from centralized controls, eliminating the extra work of maintaining activity-specific controls. Root causes tell us why an event occurs, revealing where an organization is vulnerable. Align the identified risks with the activities connected to strategic objectives.

Corporate Governance 105

Corporate Governance Strategic Risk Management Activation 105

Reciprocity

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Why GRC Software is Critical for FedRAMP Compliance FedRAMP’s comprehensive requirements present several key challenges: Managing hundreds of security controls across different systems Maintaining extensive documentation and evidence Coordinating continuous monitoring activities Preparing for assessments and audits GRC software transforms these (..)

Audit 52

Audit Risk Reduction Authorization Alert 52

Reciprocity

MARCH 3, 2025

Manual vendor management creates critical vulnerabilities through fragmented documentation and inconsistent security assessments. This includes regular security assessments, vulnerability scanning every six months, and annual penetration testing.

Healthcare 52

Healthcare Management Risk Management Audit 52

Solutions Review

DECEMBER 12, 2024

MSPs without a thorough understanding of legal obligations may find themselves vulnerable to lawsuits and significant financial losses, emphasizing the need for legal expertise in their operations. The FTC and CFPB will become less activist, and state Attorneys General will become more active.

Vulnerability 52

Vulnerability Cybersecurity Malware Audit 52

BCP Builder

JANUARY 20, 2025

A business continuity exercise is a simulation or activity designed to test an organisations response to potential disruptions. Mitigating Risks: Exercises help businesses identify and address vulnerabilities before real-world disruptions occur. Key Steps: Evacuation plans, backup site activation, and communication strategies.

Business Continuity 52

Business Continuity BCP Continuity Planning Scenario Planning 52

Solutions Review

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Despite implementing vulnerability management, extended detection and response (XDR), threat monitoring, security information and event management (SIEM), and other technologies, they always seem to be one step behind the cybercriminal fraternity. This can lull storage admins, infrastructure managers, and CISOs into a false sense of security.

Cyber Resilience 105

Cyber Resilience Backup Resilience Vulnerability 105

Fusion Risk Management

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Payment Processing Providers: These organizations are participants in the payment services ecosystem and offer payment processing activities or operating payment infrastructure. This collaboration ensures clear communication regarding risks and vulnerabilities, enabling all parties to navigate potential challenges together.

Telecommunications 52

Telecommunications Cloud Computing Outsourcing Cybersecurity 52

Reciprocity

APRIL 8, 2025

For example, Article 30 mandates maintaining detailed records of processing activities (ROPAs), while Article 35 requires Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) for high-risk processing. Data breaches frequently involve third-party access, making this a critical vulnerability.

Activation 52

Activation Authorization Strategic Audit 52

MHA Consulting

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

There’s no better way to achieve an ambitious, difficult goal such as moving an organization from a state of vulnerability to one of resilience than by breaking that journey down into steps, putting those steps into a sensible order, and tackling the steps one-by-one on a phased timetable. We think they’re essential.

BCM 105

BCM Resilience Vulnerability Business Continuity 105

MHA Consulting

JUNE 22, 2023

Related on MHA Consulting: How to Get Strong: Unlocking the Power of Vulnerability Management The Practice of Vulnerability Management Last week, MHA CEO Michael Herrera wrote a blog about vulnerability management , the practice of identifying and mitigating the weaknesses in an organization’s people, processes, and technology.

Vulnerability 98

Vulnerability BCM Capacity Outage 98

MHA Consulting

AUGUST 3, 2023

As a practical activity, enterprise risk management (ERM) centers on eight distinct risk domains, some strategic and some operational. What’s needed are probing, informed questions by people who respect the experience of the front-line workers and are determined to get to a true picture of the vulnerabilities they alone can identify.

Risk Management 95

Risk Management Management All-Hazards Mitigation 95