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Ransomware: The Persistent Cyber Threat and How to Combat It
Ransomware attacks are a growing concern, especially for schools and small businesses. The latest CrowdStrike 2024 Global Threat Report reveals a staggering 75% year-over-year increase in cloud environment intrusions, showing that ransomware isn’t just sticking around — it's evolving. Schools and..
Cybersecurity Industry
Cybersecurity News
Top Cyber Threats in 2024: What Schools and SMBs Need to Know
Cyber threats are becoming more advanced, and schools and small businesses are now top targets. With limited resources and weaker defenses, they’re often viewed as easy prey for cybercriminals. This guide outlines the major cyber threats of 2024 and offers practical tips for building a stronger..
Cybersecurity Industry
Data Protection
Education
Ransomware Prevention Guide for Schools and Small Businesses
Ransomware continues to be a growing threat, particularly for schools and small businesses with limited IT resources. This guide outlines essential steps to help your organization safeguard against these attacks.
Cybersecurity Industry
Data Protection
Education
Cyber Smarts For Schools & SMBs: Your Cheat Sheet to Staying Safe Online
Your Guide to Staying Safe Online— Without All the Jargon. Here are 10 cybersecurity tips every employee should know to keep your organization safe from cyber villains.
Security Hygiene
Cybersecurity Industry
Is Your Cloud Secure? Avoid Costly Misconfigurations with Best Practices
As cloud usage grows, so do the risks. Recent reports show a 75% year-over-year increase in cloud intrusions, with cloud-conscious attacks—where hackers specifically target cloud vulnerabilities—rising by 110%. Even more alarming, 84% of these intrusions are focused on eCrime, meaning attackers are..
Cybersecurity Industry
Cybersecurity News
Education
How to Apply for the FCC Cybersecurity Pilot Program: A Quick Guide
Cybersecurity is a growing concern for schools and libraries. To help address this, the FCC launched a $200 million Cybersecurity Pilot Program, providing funds for advanced security solutions, such as managed detection and response (MDR). Here's how to navigate the application process.
Security Hygiene
C-Suite Accountability
Data Protection
How Compromised Employee Credentials Put Your Organization’s Security at Risk
Taking proactive steps to secure your digital assets is essential. A common, yet often overlooked threat is the exposure of sensitive information on the dark web. But what exactly does this mean, and how can it impact your organization?
Security Hygiene
Data Protection
The Art of the Uncrackable Password: Tips from the Cybersecurity Frontline
Passwords are your first line of defense in the cyber world. Yet, many of us still use passwords that a determined hacker could crack over a cup of coffee. Let's explore some actionable ways to create stronger passwords and secure your digital life.
Endpoint Detection and Response
Managed Detection and Response
Education
Firewalls Are Not Enough; Why Districts Need MDR for Cyber Protection
“Do you have any form of protection against cyber threats, such as antivirus?” That may be the first step in your cyber posture, but it’s only one part of the program.
Cybersecurity News
CrowdStrike Outage Update
Update: August 21, 2024 It has been just over a month since the CrowdStrike update that caused the Windows blue screen. Our support team has been working with customers over the last month, and we wanted to send out an email with an update to all our customers.
Cybersecurity Industry
Cybersecurity News
Data Protection
Top 5 Abuses of AI
With AI investments soaring, evidenced by the AI 100 raising $28 billion in venture capital deals and Nvidia becoming the world's most valuable company in June, we are undoubtedly in the summer of AI. The rapid growth of AI companies, along with 700,000 open-source models and 150,000..
Cybersecurity Industry
Education
13 Facts About the FCC’s New Cybersecurity Pilot Program
On June 6, 2024, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced the Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program, a three-year, $200 million initiative to help the FCC assess the best ways to fund and protect educational institutions from cyber attacks. ActZero applauds the Commission..
Cybersecurity Industry
Data Protection
Education
Harnessing AI to Combat Cyber Threats to Protect Student Data
As technology integrates deeper into the curriculum, the responsibility of protecting sensitive data and ensuring a secure learning environment rests heavily on the shoulders of tech directors. In an era where attackers are employing sophisticated AI tools to enhance their tactics, school district..
Cybersecurity Industry
Education
The Most Vulnerable Cybersecurity Targets for School Districts
The rise of technology has opened incredible opportunities for schools, giving students globally a chance to learn more than ever before. Yet, this shift has also made schools a target for cyberattacks. Between 2016 and 2022, the threat of cyberattacks in schools has grown significantly, turning..
Cybersecurity Industry
Data Protection
Why Every Minute Matters in Cybersecurity: The Economics of Fast Incident Response
Small businesses find themselves disproportionately vulnerable to cyberattacks, accounting for a staggering 82% of all breaches in 2023. The staggering statistics reveal the reality: an average user contends with around 1.5 malicious emails and witnesses the compromise of 30,000 small..
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