Ransomware and the Tax Code’s Perverse Incentive

Ransomware payments are deductible, say tax experts: That’s the shocking finding from a recent investigation.
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Adding AI/ML to Mobile Security

Many organizations are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to boost their cybersecurity systems, but you mostly hear about how AI is used to monitor networks and perform the time-consuming tasks that are overwhelming for … Continue reading Adding AI/ML to Mobile Security

Krebs on Ransomware

The Krebses—Chris and Brian—are not related, but they have both come out with positions on ransomware. Chris was the former head of DHS’s CISA (Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency), and Brian is a journalist and much-admired author (by m… Continue reading Krebs on Ransomware

Cybercriminals Increasingly Target Manufacturing, IP

Recent attacks targeting intellectual property (IP) and critical infrastructure are raising the security stakes for manufacturing organizations, as the industry records one of the highest attack rates of any sector since the onset of COVID-19. One in … Continue reading Cybercriminals Increasingly Target Manufacturing, IP

How do I select a virtual SOC solution for my business?

Other than a traditional SOC (security operations center) model, which offers continuous system monitoring to improve an organization’s security posture, there is also a virtual SOC solution, which offers the same capabilities, but is a web-based… Continue reading How do I select a virtual SOC solution for my business?

How to rethink risks with new cloud deployments

These days, technology seems to evolve at the speed of light. Infrastructures change, attack surfaces reduce and multiply and, not surprisingly, your cloud environment advances. However, with new cloud deployment scenarios created to accelerate busines… Continue reading How to rethink risks with new cloud deployments

On-demand webinar: Demystifying MDR for security conscious buyers

Cyber attacks are becoming a day-to-day struggle for businesses with the average cost of a breach estimated at $3.8M by the Ponemon Institute. Trends such as ransomware and the rapid acceleration of digital transformation are causing security conscious… Continue reading On-demand webinar: Demystifying MDR for security conscious buyers

Cops Cop Cl0p Ransomware Gang (or Maybe Not?)

The National Police of Ukraine is crowing about arresting eight alleged ransomware scrotes from the Clop gang.
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Ask Chloé: How to Improve Focus

Welcome to the Ask Chloé column on Security Boulevard! Each week, Chloé provides advice to readers’ questions to help guide them as they navigate the technology industry. This week, Chloé addresses a reader’s lack of focus and provides tips for … Continue reading Ask Chloé: How to Improve Focus