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Blog, Endpoint Security, IoT Security, Network Security, Security Trends
How to Prevent IoT from Ruining Your Life
One of the worst things you can go through as a company is a data breach. It costs a small fortune (average of $4.35 million as of 2022), destroys your reputation, often leads to bankruptcy, and takes a massive toll on your employee's well-being. Thus, preventing a data breach should be top of your to-do list. Today, that means taking a hard look at your connected endpoints - starting with IoT - and making sure you have the necessary tools to keep them from putting you at risk.
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Top 5 AI Cyber-Attacks & Threats
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has enabled impressive progress in many fields, but as our reliance on it grows, so does its abuse. As remarkable advancements like ChatGPT, Dall-E, Vall-E, and other AI models reshape our digital landscape, there’s a pressing concern—AI cyber-attacks. Cybersecurity, as we know it, is being challenged, and we need to respond effectively.…
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Stopping the WiFi Password Hacker with NAC
In the digital age, where businesses rely on seamless connectivity and data exchange, corporate WiFi networks have become the backbone of modern operations. However, a growing concern looms over these networks: the alarming ease with which their passwords can be hacked. In this article, we explore the vulnerabilities that make corporate Wi-Fi networks susceptible to…
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The Challenges of Multi-Cloud Security
At its core, multi-cloud involves using cloud services from more than one cloud vendor. It can be as simple as using software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions like Salesforce, Office 365, or Dropbox from different cloud vendors. However, in the enterprise, multi-cloud typically refers to the strategic use of multiple cloud providers for running critical applications and workloads. Here, cloud services tend to fall into more specific and technical use cases like platform-as-a-service (PaaS), infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS), function-as-a-service (FaaS), and container-as-a-service (CaaS).
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IoT in Agriculture: Secure Smart Farming
The age of smart farming is here, and IoT is a major driving force behind this change. IoT in agriculture can optimize crop yields, reduce waste, improve animal health, and more. With this in mind, let's explore what IoT in agriculture is, its various use cases, and, most importantly, how we can ensure the security of IoT devices and data in this critical industry.
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Hackers Can Use Your Smartphone to Gain Unauthorized Network Access
The proliferation of smartphones has long been underway, giving hackers potent and growing avenue for infiltrating corporate networks: the very devices carried by employees. As the use of personal smartphones for work purposes becomes increasingly prevalent, hackers are capitalizing on this trend, exploiting vulnerabilities in mobile devices to gain unauthorized access to sensitive corporate networks.…
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Fortifying Your Corporate Network Against a Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) Attack
In an era where cyber threats loom large, organizations worldwide are grappling with the need to secure their networks from sophisticated attacks. Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) attacks, in particular, pose a significant risk to corporate networks, potentially leading to devastating consequences. To combat this menace, experts are turning to network access control (NAC) solutions as a powerful…
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Automotive IoT: Use Cases & Security
The global automotive IoT market size was valued at USD 82.7 billion in 2021 but is projected to surpass around USD 621.8 billion by 2030. In other words, IoT is massively disrupting the automotive sector, and this trend will persist as automakers look for innovative ways to set themselves apart in a fiercely competitive market. Connected cars, telematics, fleet management, and autonomous vehicles are just a few examples of how IoT is revolutionizing how we drive and maintain vehicles.
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IoT Device Monitoring: Safeguarding Your Connected World
From smart homes to industrial automation, IoT devices have become ubiquitous in our daily lives. However, as the number of devices increases, so do the security risks. Hackers are constantly finding new ways to exploit vulnerabilities and gain access to sensitive information. This is where IoT device monitoring comes in - a crucial tool for businesses to keep their networks secure and their data safe.
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Strengthening Corporate Networks: Ensuring GDPR Compliance for Enhanced Cybersecurity
In today’s interconnected world, where digital transformation has become the norm, safeguarding sensitive data and protecting corporate networks against cyber threats has become a critical priority for companies across Europe. In light of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), it is not only a legal requirement but also a strategic imperative for organizations to ensure…
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5G and IoT: Opportunities, Challenges, & the Road Ahead
The convergence of 5G technology and the Internet of Things (IoT) is poised to reshape the digital landscape, offering unprecedented opportunities for businesses and consumers alike.
As 5G networks roll out, they will provide the necessary infrastructure for IoT devices to communicate faster and more efficiently, enabling a new era of connectivity and innovation. Moreover, the integration of 5G technology is expected to boost the development of industry 4.0, revolutionizing manufacturing processes and supply chain management through increased automation and data exchange.
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Unpacking the Recent Oakland Ransomware Attack
Today, we’re here to talk about the recent ransomware attack that hit Oakland, California. Now, before you start to panic, let’s break down what happened and what it means for the city. First things first: what is ransomware? Essentially, it’s a type of malware that hackers use to gain control of a computer system or…
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