Ransomware Attack on Refuah Health Compromised the Data of 250,000 New Yorkers

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New York Attorney General Letitia James has reached an agreement with Refuah Health Center, Inc. to address the health care provider’s failure to protect patient data. Refuah experienced a ransomware attack that compromised the personal and private information of around 250,000 New Yorkers. The investigation found that Refuah lacked appropriate controls, such as encryption and …

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How to Ensure Your Cyber Insurance Pays Out

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In the current digital environment, where cyberthreats are commonplace, it makes perfect sense to have cyber liability insurance. However, just having a policy in place doesn’t guarantee a smooth claims process. Cyber insurance policies come with varying terms and coverage, requiring meticulous examination of inclusions and exclusions and deciphering technical jargon. Having a thorough understanding …

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A Deep Dive Into Phishing Scams

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Phishing scams remain one of the most prevalent and successful types of cyberattacks today, so being aware of the danger they pose to businesses like yours is extremely crucial. Your business could easily be the next victim if you don’t clearly understand how threat actors leverage phishing emails. In this blog, you’ll learn the intent …

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How Social Media Misuse Can Harm Your Business

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Social media has significantly transformed the way we communicate and do business. However, this growing popularity also comes with potential risks that could cause harm to businesses like yours. Unfortunately, many organizations remain unaware of these rapidly evolving challenges. In this blog, we will explore the dangers associated with social media and share practical tips …

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How to Effectively Manage Supply Chain Risks

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There are many benefits digital transformation has brought to businesses like yours, such as easier inventory management and order processing. However, it does make organizations more vulnerable to cyberattacks and data breaches. A breach occurring anywhere in your supply chain could have severe repercussions for your business. So, how can you protect your business from …

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Top 3 Supply Chain Risk Misconceptions

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Supply chain attacks are a primary concern for businesses nowadays. With technology becoming increasingly advanced, businesses like yours must ensure there are no vulnerabilities in the supply chain.  Unfortunately, many companies still believe in certain misconceptions about supply chain risk management, which can be dangerous and lead to severe consequences. In this blog, we’ll examine …

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Minimizing Cyber Supply Chain Risks through Effective Vendor Selection

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As a business owner, it’s crucial to prioritize the security of your supply chain and choose vendors that are committed to implementing best-in-class defense measures. This is because supply chain attacks can exploit weaknesses within your supply chain to infiltrate systems and cause harm to your business and reputation.   You must always strive to select …

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Recommended Best Practices to Reduce Cyber Supply Chain Risks 

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What exactly is a supply chain attack and how does it impact your organization? A supply chain attack is a type of cyberattack that targets an organization’s external suppliers and vendors. This can have significant consequences for the organization, such as financial losses, damage to reputation, and costly recovery efforts.  The process of identifying and …

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The Dangers of Running Outdated Software

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Your software is only as good as its last patch. Reaching End of Life (EoL) or End of Service (EoS) means critical patches and updates are no longer available, leaving you vulnerable to various problems.  Some make the mistake of not rushing to upgrade the software because it is still functional. However, outdated software can …

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4 Practical Steps to Take When Hardware and Software Expire

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When a software or hardware product reaches its End of Life (EoL) or End of Service (EoS), it’s no longer supported by the manufacturer. This can be a cause of concern for organizations like yours because unsupported technologies have no routine internal security measures or support from the manufacturer.   The good news is that there …

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