We live in a highly digitized world, and small businesses and solopreneurs have become prime targets for cybercriminals. The 2023 Business Impact Report , conducted by the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC), sheds light on a concerning trend: a sharp…
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What Role Does Cybersecurity Awareness Play in Education?
Cybersecurity is an essential consideration for any organization that deals in the digital sphere on any level, and the education sector is no exception. In recent years, the global pandemic and technological advances have led to a massive shift toward…
AI’s Emerging Role in the Fight Against Intellectual Property Theft
In an era where knowledge and creativity are the cornerstones of progress, intellectual property ( IP ) is not just a legal asset but the very lifeblood that sustains business innovation, competitiveness, and growth. However, as we march deeper into…
Tips, Tricks and Updates for Tripwire’s State Analyzer
At the recent Tripwire Energy and NERC Compliance Working Group, we held a session to demonstrate some tips and tricks to make the latest Tripwire State Analyzer (TSA) work better for your organization. The newest State Analyzer version is 1.5.2,…
The Current Challenges of Adopting Zero Trust and What You Can Do About Them
In the fast-evolving world of cybersecurity, the transition to remote work, the challenges of Zero Trust adoption, and the technology that supports it have taken center stage. Join me as we explore the insights of cybersecurity professionals and uncover the…
The History of Patch Tuesday: Looking back at the first 20 years
One of the most critical aspects of cybersecurity is ensuring that all software is kept up to date with the latest patches. This is necessary to cover any vulnerabilities that cybercriminals could take advantage of in order to infiltrate an…
#TripwireBookClub – The Rust Programming Language
Most of the team that I work with on a daily basis is heavily invested in Python . As such, it was difficult to find people interested in reading The Rust Programming Language, 2nd Edition . In the end, two…
Guide to Creating a Robust Website Security Incident Response Plan
Earlier this year, the SEC proposed a new set of rules on cybersecurity governance , which would require public companies to make appropriate disclosures of cyber risks and management procedures. Although the amendments target the financial sector, it is one…
Google Forms Used in Call-Back Phishing Scam
What’s happened? Researchers at Abnormal have discovered the latest evolution in call-back phishing campaigns . Call-back phishing? Traditional phishing emails might contain a malicious link or attachment, and lure recipients into clicking on them via social engineering techniques. Call-back phishing…
Tips for Achieving Success With a NERC CIP Audit
Electrical utilities are responsible for just about everything we do. This presents a tremendous burden on those who operate those utilities. One way these organizations offer assurance is through the audit process. While audits can generate tremendous anxiety, good planning,…