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A new category to include posts that do not fall under the other categories but are still crucial, like emerging technologies, research, and benchmarks relevant to the backup and disaster recovery industry.

Rust-Written 3AM Ransomware: A Sneak Peek into a New Malware Family

Rust-Written 3AM Ransomware: A Sneak Peek into a New Malware Family

A new ransomware family called 3AM has emerged in the wild after it was detected in a single incident in which an unidentified affiliate deployed the strain following an unsuccessful attempt to deploy LockBit (aka Bitwise Spider or Syrphid) in the target network. “3AM is written in Rust and appears to be a completely new […]

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Why existing employees could be the key to closing the cybersecurity skills gap

Why existing employees could be the key to closing the cybersecurity skills gap

In a rapidly digitising world, where Malware-as-a-Service (MaaS) and ransomware attacks are escalating, the need for cybersecurity expertise has never been more important. While companies and boards scramble to recruit top-tier cybersecurity talent, many overlook an untapped reservoir of potential: existing employees. These professionals, already attuned to an organisation’s culture and objectives, could become its

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Alex Tray: A Multifaceted Talent In System Engineering, Freelance Writing, And Cybersecurity Expertise

Alex Tray: A Multifaceted Talent In System Engineering, Freelance Writing, And Cybersecurity Expertise

In the ever-evolving landscape of technology and information security, individuals who possess a diverse skill set are the driving force behind innovation and resilience. One such individual who stands out in this regard is Alex Tray – a polymath with expertise spanning across system engineering, freelance writing, and cybersecurity. With a passion for learning and

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Electoral Commission failed cybersecurity test in same year as hack | Electoral Commission | The Guardian

Electoral Commission failed cybersecurity test in same year as hack | Electoral Commission | The Guardian

The Electoral Commission has admitted it failed a cybersecurity test in the same year hackers successfully attacked the organisation. The UK’s elections watchdog said it did not pass a Cyber Essentials test, a voluntary government-backed scheme that assesses an organisation’s readiness against cyber-attacks. The commission said it failed the test in 2021, when it was

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Navigating the Future of Data Protection: Addressing Reality Gaps and Long-term Retention Challenges

Introduction Hello again, I’m Richard Giddey, VP for the Asia-Pacific region at Actiphy. With an extensive history in storage and backup, I’ve been in the industry’s trenches, seeing its evolution firsthand. Today, let’s explore another critical dimension that directly impacts your data protection strategy—Data Protection. The Imperative of Long-term Data Retention Why Long-term Data Retention

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Proposed SEC Cybersecurity Rule Will Put Unnecessary Strain on CISOs

Proposed SEC Cybersecurity Rule Will Put Unnecessary Strain on CISOs

In March 2022, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposed a rule on cybersecurity disclosure, governance, and risk management for public companies, known as the Proposed Rule for Public Companies (PRPC). This rule would require companies to report “material” cybersecurity incidents within four days. It would also require that boards of directors have cybersecurity expertise.

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National Cybersecurity Alliance Receives 200K Grant From Craig Newmark Philanthropies for HBCU Cybersecurity Program

National Cybersecurity Alliance Receives 200K Grant From Craig Newmark Philanthropies for HBCU Cybersecurity Program

August 28, 2023- WASHINGTON – The National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCA) today announced it has received a significant boost in funding from Craig Newmark Philanthropies. The $200,000 grant will support ongoing initiatives within NCA’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Cybersecurity Career, Mentoring, and Scholarship Program, as students return to school. Launched in 2022, the ‘See Yourself In

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Fake Signal and Telegram apps sneak malware into thousands of Android phones — delete these right now | Tom's Guide

Fake Signal and Telegram apps sneak malware into thousands of Android phones — delete these right now | Tom’s Guide

Hackers have developed a sneaky new tactic to push malware onto your phone and snoop on your conversations. Researchers at the cybersecurity firm ESET found fake apps in the Google and Samsung app stores that posed as extensions or premium versions of the popular messaging platforms Signal and Telegram designed to steal user data.  The

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Everest Group Research: C-Suite Must Recognize Critical Difference Between Cybersecurity and Cyber Resilience

Everest Group Research: C-Suite Must Recognize Critical Difference Between Cybersecurity and Cyber Resilience

DALLAS, Aug. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Everest Group is calling on enterprises to make the critical shift in focus from cybersecurity to cyber resilience. While cybersecurity focuses on safeguarding against threats, cyber resilience emphasizes the ability to withstand, respond and recover quickly from them. Everest Group issues this call to action in its recently published “State of the

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