Posts Tagged ‘Cybersecurity’
Worst Case Scenario
Ransomware is no longer just a trade term. It would be difficult to be unaware of the disaster and havoc ransomware can wreak upon an organization. DATAVERSITY brought this interesting and somewhat alarming topic to our attention in their article, “Ransomware’s Menace Goes Far Beyond Encryption.” We all have those nightmares. No, not the naked at…
Read MoreAmazon Reports Data Leaks
Amazon recently announced that it was investigating suspected internal leaks of confidential information by its employees for bribes. The Wall Street Journal brought this alarming information to our attention in their article, “Amazon Investigates Employees Leaking Data for Bribes.” As an avid and frequent user of Amazon, I admit this caused my internal alarms to…
Read MoreData Disaster Prevention
Many businesses that face a major natural disaster never reopen or are forced to close within two years. Many businesses that face a major fire fail within a year, and more fail within three years. Many businesses that face a data loss for 10 days or longer go into bankruptcy immediately or within a year.…
Read MoreFighting Cyber Crime
A recent report revealed an increase in the number of cyber crime incidents occurring in the past year. According to the report, analysts identified a 32% jump in unique cyber crime incidents. Tech Republic brought this interesting information to our attention in their article, “Why cybersecurity incidents are up 32% from last year.” With the ongoing growth…
Read MoreVindication for Cyber Attackers
Often we hear about computer viruses and hacks when they happen, but rarely do we know if the creators and perpetrators were identified or brought to justice. When it does happen, the old saying about revenge being sweet is proven true. This interesting news came to us from Reuters in their article, “U.S. charges North…
Read MoreReports of Data Breaches Unsettles Customers
Data breaches don’t always hit the headlines, but most do, especially when there are continuing implications. MediaPost brought this interesting news to our attention in their article, “Macy’s Sued Over Reported Customer Data Breach.” Recently it was reported that the retail giant informed some online customers that sensitive personal data, including credit card information, had…
Read MoreDeep Learning Provides Insight
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become more prolific than anyone could have expected in such a short time. So it surprises us that the government hasn’t chimed in and attempted to put some controls around AI. Maybe that time is now. This interesting information came to us from Reuters in their article, “Trump administration will allow…
Read MoreFighting Fraud Everywhere
Australia is working against cyber fraud and organized digital crime. The Minister for Law Enforcement and Cybersecurity indicated that the government will continue to pursue new law-enforcement powers that would allow authorities access to encrypted digital data in the fight against terrorism, organised crime and online crime (such as cyber fraud and child exploitation.) This interesting…
Read MoreCyber Risk Management
When it comes to cybersecurity, organizations face a future in which it’s best to prepare for worst-case scenarios. Unfortunately, it’s often difficult to convince the decision makers of this fact. It’s much easier for organizations to acknowledge the overall value of cyber risk management than to be specific in terms of organizational goals, budgets, and…
Read MoreTechnology and Education Working Together
Georgia Tech has a long history of technology-based education. A Computer Science education at Georgia Tech has been available since 1964, with the start of their Information Science program. By 1970, it had become the School of Information and Computer Science (ICS), offering bachelor’s degrees in information science and doctorates in ICS. Fast forward to…
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