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What Are the Best Ways to Prevent Social Engineering Attacks?
by Patrick Laverty on August 20, 2025 at 1:41 PM
When I give speeches or training sessions on social engineering, I always start with a simple mantra: V & V—Verification and Validation. It's not flashy, but it's foundational. My bet is that if you verify and validate everything, no social engineering (SE) attack can succeed. I'v …
Why Is Social Engineering a Threat to Businesses?
by Peter Fellini on August 7, 2025 at 11:00 AM
When most people think of cybersecurity threats, they picture viruses, ransomware, or brute-force attacks hammering away at firewalls. But some of the most effective attacks don’t need advanced code or malware. They just need a willing person to pick up the phone, click a link, or tru …
Cybersecurity Matters: How Small Mistakes Create Big Problems
by Joseph Boisvert on August 1, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Every once in a while, a story hits the headlines that makes cybersecurity professionals shake their heads—not because it's complex or sophisticated, but because it's simple and entirely preventable. One of those stories surfaced recently, involving a breach at McDonald’s that was rep …
What Are the Most Effective Ways to Build a Culture of Security in an Organization?
by Jeffrey Torrance on March 14, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Cyber threats are growing more sophisticated, and organizations of all sizes are facing increased risks from cyberattacks, data breaches, and insider threats. Despite having advanced security tools and technologies, many organizations still struggle with one fundamental challenge—buil …
Is the Unpaid Toll Text a Scam? Cybersecurity Experts Weigh In
by Nicholas Foisy on March 3, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Receiving a text about an unpaid toll can be alarming. With so many people using toll roads daily, a message demanding payment might seem legitimate at first glance. However, cybersecurity experts warn that many of these texts are scams designed to steal your personal and financial in …
How Can Businesses Stay Updated on Evolving Cybersecurity Threats?
by Nicholas Foisy on January 30, 2025 at 1:00 PM
In today’s interconnected world, cybersecurity threats are more dynamic and pervasive than ever. From ransomware to phishing scams, zero-day vulnerabilities to advanced persistent threats (APTs), the nature of cyber risks is constantly evolving. Businesses, regardless of size or indus …