Rhode Island’s public benefits system has fallen victim to a significant ransomware attack, jeopardizing the personal information of users. According to a report from Bloomberg News on December 14, hackers successfully infiltrated the online platform and are threatening to release sensitive user data unless a payment is made. The seriousness…
Tech and Training Ideas for Advancing Cybersecurity Skills As the digital landscape continues to evolve, cybersecurity professionals are constantly seeking ways to enhance their skills and stay ahead of emerging threats. Whether crafting a holiday wish list for themselves or assisting a loved one in selecting a thoughtful gift, there…
Security Advisory: Outdated Browser Detected on providencejournal.com In an effort to enhance user experience, providencejournal.com has adopted advanced web technology designed to optimize speed and usability for its readership. However, this progressive approach has revealed an incompatibility with certain web browsers currently in use. As a result, users attempting to…
Understanding Misconceptions in Cybersecurity: A Webinar for Federal Agencies A recent webinar hosted by Netskope sheds light on the crucial need for informed decision-making in cybersecurity, particularly for federal agencies. The session, titled “Exposing the Truth: How Government Agencies are Being Misled by SASE Capabilities Disinformation,” dives into the pervasive…
SecurityScorecard has conducted a comprehensive analysis revealing alarming data regarding third-party data breaches impacting major U.S. banks. According to their findings, an overwhelming 97% of the top 100 banks in the United States experienced a breach attributed to third-party vendors over the past year. This situation highlights significant vulnerabilities within…
Understanding Public Key Cryptography: A Modern Solution to an Age-Old Problem For centuries, the conventional method of sending secret messages involved encoding them using a specific rule known only to the sender and the intended recipient. This method transformed the message into an unreadable format that acted as a lock,…
Unlocking Compliance: The Importance of SBOMs in Modern Software Development In an era where cybersecurity threats continue to escalate, the adoption of Software Bill of Materials (SBOMs) has emerged as a critical component in enhancing software development practices and compliance measures. Recent events underscore the role these tools play in…
Rising Concerns Over Employee Data Breaches Amidst Lack of Cybersecurity Investment Recent weeks have seen a surge in the exposure of sensitive employee data across a multitude of organizations, a trend that highlights significant vulnerabilities in data security protocols. For example, on November 12, Amazon Inc. confirmed a substantial breach…
Cybersecurity Landscape: Insights from Dan Conrad, Field CTO at Commvault Dan Conrad, serving as the Field Chief Technology Officer and Principal Technologist for Commvault, has a wealth of expertise in cybersecurity, specifically in areas such as Active Directory engineering, solutions architecture, and identity strategy. His extensive career includes senior roles…
