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Financial Aid Fraud, Disappearing Dollars & Scamming Students
As colleges increasingly embrace online and hybrid learning models, they face an emerging and serious threat: ghost students. These fraudulent individuals or fake identities exploit the education system by enrolling in online courses and often receiving federal...
Attacking US Utilities & OT Environments
A common misconception in operational technology (OT) is that cyberattacks predominantly target IT systems, leaving physical infrastructure relatively secure. However, recent attacks on utilities and manufacturing sectors reveal a troubling reality—cybercriminals are...
New $200 Million Cybersecurity Grant for Schools & Libraries: A FCC Initiative
In an era where cybersecurity threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated, the Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program is a beacon of hope. This groundbreaking initiative by the FCC aims to allocate up to $200 million over three years to bolster the...
Security Simplified: A Manageable Zero Trust Network
Connectivity, like all aspects of IT, has become increasingly more complicated. This article touches on the many complexities of a more secure network solution today, but some providers have made this process simpler. Nile Networks does connectivity and security...
Unpacking the 2024 Global Threat Report by CrowdStrike: Six Critical Takeaways
In cybersecurity, staying ahead of threats is paramount. CrowdStrike's 2024 Global Threat Report sheds light on this constant battle, highlighting the ingenious ways cyber attackers pivot and persist. Here are six key takeaways from the report, each signaling a...
Responding To A Cyber Incident – A Guide for CEOs and their Organizations
Responding To A Cyber Incident - A Guide for CEOs and their Organizations In a time where digital transformations drive business strategies, the specter of cyber incidents looms larger than ever. The question isn't if a cyber incident will occur, but when. For CEOs...