ExisorWhat is Database Security? Database security include a range of tools, processes, and methodologies designed to protect database management systems from cyberattacks. Database security programs protect the data within the database, as well as the data management system and all applications that access it, from unauthorized access, intrusion, misuse, and damage. The following are database […]
What is Small Business Cybersecurity? Many small businesses are unprepared for cyberattacks due to some common misconceptions. Here are a few points to help you to make informed decisions about how to protect your small business from the disruption and destruction that can follow a cyberattack: Antivirus software has limitations. Typical antivirus software is designed […]
What is Data Visualization for Cybersecurity? Cybersecurity data visualization refers to the use of charts, graphs, real-time dashboards, and more, to provide an easier means of viewing and analyzing cybersecurity data from different sources. Data visualization helps to break down the barriers between data and understanding by presenting complex data in visual forms. Advantages of […]
What are SEC Cybersecurity Regulations for Public Companies? Cyber-resilience is defined as the ability of an organization to continue to function, even in a degraded manner, after components of the organization have been disrupted due to information system failures that randomly occur or are consequences of a cyberattack1. The ultimate goal of a cyber-resilient organization […]
What is Ransomware Prevention and Protection? Ransomware is a form of malware designed to encrypt files on a device, rendering any files and the systems that rely on them unusable1. This is often done using malicious code to rapidly encrypt files with public-key RSA encryption, and then deleting those files if their ransom demands are […]
What is Third-Party Cyber Risk Management? Many organizations have relationships with partners, vendors, and other third parties in order to conduct day-to-day operations. Supply chain attacks have been on the rise due to the fact that the supply chain ecosystem is an attractive vector to cyberattackers, with a single attack evolving quickly to include many […]
What is Office Relocation Cybersecurity Risk Management? Whether your whole organization is relocating, or you are simply transitioning to a home office, there are many cybersecurity considerations that will help to ensure that your move is smooth and secure. The following tips can help guide the transition to your new space: Data protection. Classify all […]
What is Enterprise Security? Enterprise security includes various technologies, strategies, techniques, and processes used in securing information and IT assets against unauthorized access and risks that may violate the confidentiality, integrity, or availability (referred to as the “CIA triad”) of these systems. Enterprise security includes the protection of data as it flows across networks, the […]
What is Cybersecurity for Nonprofits? Nonprofits may not be front of mind as high value targets for cybercrime, but they have many features and assets that are desirable to cyberattackers. One important asset that many nonprofits have is personally identifiable data (PPI) such as full names, addresses, social security numbers, driver’s license numbers, passport information, […]
What are Cybersecurity Risk Assessments? There are several tools available for assessing both specific and broad cybersecurity risks. Consider performing risk assessments at the organizational level as well as subscribing to alerts regarding larger-scale threats. The following risk assessment may be used to classify risks to systems in your organization1: The Center for Internet Security […]