Pure Storage

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

In this article I’ll start with the before of an attack and discuss what you should do and have in place to ensure you’re closing the gaps that create vulnerabilities and in-roads for attackers. They will learn if you have cybersecurity insurance, where from, and how much it’s for. Other Vulnerabilities to Note.

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NexusTek

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Experts recommend the following: Multifactor authentication (MFA): This requires at least two forms of identity verification for login, which effectively stymies unauthorized logins using compromised credentials. Patch management: This practice ensures that any identified vulnerabilities in software are addressed in a timely manner.

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Pure Storage

MARCH 29, 2024

Here are a few best practices to consider when implementing a strong data protection strategy: Implement an Active Threat and Vulnerability Management Program Before an attack , the adversaries are doing their homework: learning about your organization to understand the size and scope of their opportunity.

Backup 96

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Pure Storage

JULY 17, 2023

According to the strategy, investing in a resiliency architecture means: Reducing vulnerabilities in foundational technology—including critical infrastructure such as storage, which should be capable of tiered backups, immutable snapshots, and fast recovery times. It’s the best way to have every chance at recovering after a security event.

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Reciprocity

MARCH 3, 2025

Manual vendor management creates critical vulnerabilities through fragmented documentation and inconsistent security assessments. Recent updates have introduced more stringent requirements, including mandatory encryption of PHI both at rest and in transit, implementation of multi-factor authentication, and proper network segmentation.

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Reciprocity

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

And that suffering now extends far beyond the potential for Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act ( HIPAA ) regulatory non-compliance brought on by lost or stolen data; instead, the breaches affect healthcare organizations’ capacity to function and pose a risk to patient safety. Is firewall protection used?

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LogisManager

MAY 20, 2021

For example, a forensic finding made during an evaluation of Colonial Pipeline noted numerous known and preventable vulnerabilities, such as unpatched and outdated systems, that likely led to the security breach. Having multi-factor authentication also limits unauthorized users to access data. Asset Management. Data Governance.

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Pure Storage

JULY 12, 2021

Authorities say paying the ransom can indicate vulnerabilities, making you an easy target. Whether you choose to pay or not, you could incur additional costs such as shareholder lawsuits, regulatory compliance suits, increased insurance premiums, loss of intellectual property, and other investigations.

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NexusTek

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Experts recommend the following: Multifactor authentication (MFA): This requires at least two forms of identity verification for login, which effectively stymies unauthorized logins using compromised credentials. Patch management: This practice ensures that any identified vulnerabilities in software are addressed in a timely manner.

Cybersecurity 52

Cybersecurity Evaluation Vulnerability Risk Management 52

Security Industry Association

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Cyber risk management is complex for a number of reasons: the ability of malicious actors to operate from anywhere in the world, the linkages between cyber and physical systems, and the difficulty of reducing vulnerabilities in cyber infrastructure are just a few.

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Solutions Review

MARCH 31, 2023

Multi-modal behavior will be a trend moving forward – a ransomware threat that started with a phishing email, leveraged by a remote access implementation that was not fully secured, and then exploited a known (or unknown) vulnerability as part of an organization’s technology stack. Cloud backups are often more vulnerable.

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Solutions Review

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Data bias in machine learning models is one of the hottest topics in the AI industry for good reason; an AI model that rejects loan applications or increases insurance premiums for the wrong reasons will have a very deleterious effect. ” More edge devices mean more vulnerabilities. And there are other concerns.

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Solutions Review

JANUARY 25, 2023

One way of mitigating today’s vulnerabilities is to provide rigorous identity-based access control. Enterprises can get complete control and visibility of their entire IT infrastructure while mitigating against advanced threats by implementing a modern zero-trust solution and adopting stringent authentication requirements.

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Solutions Review

MARCH 31, 2022

Here are a few best practices to consider when implementing a strong data protection strategy: Implement an Active Threat and Vulnerability Management Program. Before an attack, the adversaries are doing their homework: learning about your organization to understand the size and scope of their opportunity.

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Plan B Consulting

MARCH 14, 2014

If a computer or hard drive is lost or stolen, for example, the value of it (which is what your insurer is interested in) may be £400. ” Similarly, in the tech world, think something like “if the server isn’t available, we can’t authenticate users.

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Plan B Consulting

MARCH 14, 2014

If a computer or hard drive is lost or stolen, for example, the value of it (which is what your insurer is interested in) may be £400. ” Similarly, in the tech world, think something like “if the server isn’t available, we can’t authenticate users.

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Risk Management Monitor

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

In the age of COVID-19, businesses are more vulnerable than ever. Other strategies include implementing multi-factor authentication, assigning access permissions to employees and maintaining regular backups. Whether it is phishing scams or malware, hackers are constantly finding new ways to attack businesses.

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FS-ISAC

MAY 25, 2021

A cyberattack can not only result in an operational disruption, but also customer losses, an increase in insurance premiums, lawsuits or fines, credit downgrades, and reputational damage. So, one key area of managing non-financial risk is a diligent patching program for our infrastructure that stays on top of emerging vulnerabilities.

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Reciprocity

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Assessing your network for security vulnerabilities is also urgent. Do you require multi-factor authentication? Healthcare organizations must comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations that provide data privacy and security provisions for protecting patients’ protected health information.

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Solutions Review

JANUARY 25, 2024

This is likely to impact industries where transparency matters, such as healthcare, financial services, and insurance. Embrace Access Control: Implement strong authentication and authorization protocols to ensure only authorized applications and users can access data. Proactive monitoring is vital to staying ahead of evolving threats.

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Authentication Cybersecurity Security Government 142

Solutions Review

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

This is likely to impact industries where transparency matters, such as healthcare, financial services, and insurance. Embrace Access Control: Implement strong authentication and authorization protocols to ensure only authorized applications and users can access data. Proactive monitoring is vital to staying ahead of evolving threats.

Healthcare 59

Healthcare Cybersecurity Security Government 59

Solutions Review

JANUARY 28, 2024

This is likely to impact industries where transparency matters, such as healthcare, financial services, and insurance. Embrace Access Control: Implement strong authentication and authorization protocols to ensure only authorized applications and users can access data. Proactive monitoring is vital to staying ahead of evolving threats.

Healthcare 52

Healthcare Cybersecurity Security Government 52

NexusTek

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Additionally, they sought to reduce their cyber insurance premiums, knowing that a more robust cybersecurity framework could help achieve this goal. However, lacking in-house cybersecurity expertise, they struggled to identify vulnerabilities and implement effective solutions.

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Pure Storage

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Data breaches aren’t just frequent, attention-grabbing headlines—they’re a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities lurking in our networks. Despite this company’s high standards for security, attackers reportedly exploited a vulnerability in one of its data connectors, leading to the exposure of encrypted customer data.

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