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The Future of Cybersecurity: What to Expect in the Next 5 Years
The Future of Cybersecurity: Consider the Possibilities As we continue to push the digitization of all things, the importance of cybersecurity continues to grow. The last decade has witnessed a surge in cyberattacks, data breaches, and digital espionage, emphasizing...
Building an Effective Cyber Incident Response Team
Building an Effective Cyber Incident Response Team: A Comprehensive Guide Introduction In an era of constant “digital transformation”, cybersecurity has become more complex, involved, and uncertain. Companies, regardless of size or industry, face a barrage of cyber...
MGM’s Recent Cybersecurity Breach: A Cautionary Tale on Social Engineering and Malware
MGM’s Recent Cybersecurity Breach: A Cautionary Tale on Social Engineering and Malware Source: Vox Recent headlines have been dominated by the massive cybersecurity breach faced by the iconic casino and hospitality giant, MGM Resorts. This incident isn’t just another...
Michigan’s Educational Ecosystem Recently Faced a Significant Cybersecurity Challenge
Michigan’s Cybersecurity Breach Michigan’s educational ecosystem recently faced a significant cybersecurity challenge. Late in August, a cyber breach rattled its infrastructure, particularly affecting several key Learning Management Systems (LMS) and numerous other...
Targeted Government Phishing – A Lesson For Municipalities
In a recent disconcerting event, a USA city fell prey to a phishing scam, leading to a loss of over one million dollars. The scam unfolded when the city’s Accounts Payable department was duped into processing a payment, believing it to be a legitimate invoice from a...
ESSER III Funding: An Overview
The Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) III Fund is a federal grant provided to K-12 schools to address the impact of COVID-19 on learning and safety. This fund is part of a larger grant program authorized under the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act...