At the end of March, the PCI Standards Security Council (PCI SSC) publicly released the most recent update to the PCI Data Security Standards (DSS), version 4.0. While much speculation has occurred as to the contents of the new standards—and much of that speculation turned out to be correct—now it’s …
“The US warns companies to stay on guard for possible Russian cyberattacks.” This is a phrase you’ve likely seen or heard within the last few months. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 was not only fought with boots on the ground, but with hands on keyboards too. Hackers have …
Any hopes that cyber attacks would slow down in 2022 have been crushed as attacks targeting a wide range of prominent organizations continue to hit the news. From the new threats of cyber warfare to financial institutions, here are some of the top cyber attacks seen last month. Russian Cybercriminal …
The start of a new year is always rife with resolutions, both personal and professional. Many of us begin to take stock of what we deem most important to focus on, and businesses are no exception. It’s the perfect time to determine what will take priority—and why. Privacy and Protection …
According to the Allianz Risk Barometer, cyber perils are the biggest concern for companies globally this year. Ransomware, data breaches, and major IT outages are proving more worrisome than supply chain disruption or even COVID-19. Review some of the top breaches reported last month, and it’s easy to see why …
2021 was another whirlwind year of combatting COVID-19 and adjusting how we work to protect customers’ data and move the business forward, despite the continued global pandemic. As we look ahead to 2022 and all the accomplishments we hope to achieve—including further expanding into new sectors, building the best team …
Summer is here, and with many organizations still allowing employees flexibility in where they work, it’s expected that some of them will take their job on the road. Many are itching to travel while the weather’s nice and COVID restrictions are light, and the remote work model affords the opportunity …
While both political instability and remote working behaviors play into the prevalence of cyberattacks, another factor behind why attacks such as ransomware continue year over year is the simple fact that they’ve been successful. Cyber criminals are constantly looking for ways to steal data that doesn’t belong to them. And …
It’s safe to assume that most organizations at some point will be the target of a cyber attack and suffer a data breach. And in the event of an attack, it’s not just your data that could be at risk—it’s the future of your entire business. Learn more about …
Cyber attackers have spent considerable time and resource to develop cyberattack methods that evade detection. Which means a focus on complete attack prevention may be unattainable—or if attainable, not sustainable for very long. Cyber criminals are becoming increasingly organized, with increasingly sophisticated attack methods. For most organizations, this means it’s …
The after effects of a data breach can reach far and wide. Lesser seen impact can include the cost of remediation, revenue loss, reputational harm, national security, even human life. The ripple effect of indirect costs—monetary and otherwise—can end up impacting a company’s bottom line for years. Accounting for the …
If you’re an automotive supplier or service provider, TISAX compliance has become a prerequisite for doing business with any major German automobile company. TISAX is only a few years old, and many organizations are still searching for the right approach to it. What is TISAX and Why Does It Matter? …
