Social Engineering [NOUN] – in the context of information security, it is the use of deception to manipulate people into divulging confidential or personal information that could be used for fraudulent purposes.

“Today, social engineering is one of the greatest security threats facing organizations" ¹. When successful, attackers gain legitimate access to information, making it hard to spot (or stop) before it’s too late.

Cybersecurity systems are getting better at identifying and preventing attacks coming from all directions. At the same time, hackers are coming up with new ways to bypass these systems. While online scams are the most common ways to do this, cyber-criminals have discovered a new attack method using Microsoft Office.

Manufacturers and consumers alike continue to embrace the efficiency and personalized service of the multitude of network connected devices known collectively as the Internet of Things or IoT. Connected devices are now performing processes which were immune from malicious cyber activity because they were accomplished manually.

New cyber security requirements for federal and nonfederal agencies. Here we take a moment to clarify some things.

If you know what the NIST Cyber Security Framework is, or have at least heard the term pop up, it might affect your organization. Keep reading this post to learn more about NIST and the Cybersecurity Framework.

Although many companies still use traditional phones, an increasing number rely on VoIP’s (Voice over Internet Protocol) multi-functionality, which allows employees to make voice calls, conduct video-conferences, and chat. Although many scammers send fraudulent emails to extort money or steal data from businesses, new ‘vishing’ campaigns are proving to be a more efficient way to […]

Cyber Liability addresses the first and third party risks associated with e-commerce businesses, the Internet, networks and informational assets. Cyber Liability Insurance offers coverage protection for exposures arising out of Internet communications.

The days of  home-organized hacking led by thrill-seeking teenagers are gone. Learn how hackers are changing the world. Newspaper headlines and Hollywood movies have influenced our understanding of computer hackers, but in the real world it’s not so simple.

Outsource cybersecurity: Small businesses are working smarter by managing their network security through a service provider.

A chaotic 2017 has seen several cybersecurity meltdowns, so far. If you'd like to get caught up, read "The Biggest Cybersecurity Disasters of 2017 So Far" There is an epidemic taking place in the world of technology today.

Computer threats have been around for decades. In fact, one of the first computer viruses was detected in the early 70s. Technology has come a long way since then, but so have online threats: Spyware, ransomware, virus, trojans, and all types of malware designed to wreak havoc.