Accurately predicting the future requires an ability to build complex projection models based on previous trends. Where data protection is concerned, no such models are necessary, as it’s reasonable to assume two things will remain true for many years to come. The future will include aggressive and ongoing personal data collection. It’s hard to imagine […]

It’s likely that at this very moment, some entity somewhere is collecting and storing your personal information. Even though data collectors are subject to multiple laws that are designed to protect your privacy, you can still take matters into your own hands. Here’s a quick questionnaire to help you maintain your digital well-being. Have you […]

At the center of information security exists an ongoing effort to protect confidential information. Cybercriminals are constantly on the offensive, using a variety of tactics in hopes of stealing data and, by extension, money. Here’s a quick refresher of what’s at stake, how it’s vulnerable, and what you can do to ensure the privacy and […]

Maintaining security and privacy requires a blend of technology and people. On the technology side, organizations often implement a variety of solutions designed to secure networks, filter out unwanted emails, and prevent unauthorized access. Technology is, of course, imperfect. It can’t prevent every threat, especially considering many external attacks are designed to circumvent technology. That’s […]

How hard is it to hack into an organization? In theory, it should be quite difficult. Most organizations implement robust cybersecurity controls and policies — the barriers that are designed to protect confidential information and prevent criminal hackers from breaching systems and networks. Hacking, however, doesn’t always require a computer; so those barriers only represent […]

What if you were told that phishing scams — attempts to steal information or infect devices with malicious software — were actually easy to launch? Not that they should be oversimplified, but all anyone needs is an internet connection and someone’s email address. That’s about it. Of course, there’s a big difference between successful and […]

They are computer programs that are trained to understand and communicate with human language to answer user questions and generate automatic responses in the form of a conversation. What are five essential security tips I should keep in mind when using an AI chatbot for work purposes? 1. Only Use Organization-Approved Chatbots: Before using an […]

While the intentions of cybercriminals vary, their approach to hacking people tends to follow a few general techniques. Let’s review five of the most common ways people are targeted and how you can protect yourself and your organization. Outdated Devices or Software Failure to run updates equals failure to patch critical security vulnerabilities. Cybercriminals can […]

Phishing is a common scam that attackers use to steal data, spread malware, and defraud people of money. Most attacks involve a generic message sent to several people, often due to a database of contact information getting leaked online. Spear phishing, however, is anything but generic. This dangerous attack targets specific people or organizations, often […]

The people who commit cybercrime are often referred to as hackers or cybercriminals. To get a true sense of who those people are, it’s important to first dispel a few myths about the concept of “hackers” and focus on four important facts. Fact #1: Not all hackers are criminals. A hacker is commonly defined as […]