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Empowering Digital Safety: 10 Essential Cybersecurity Tips for Year-Round Vigilance

October is the highlighted month for cybersecurity awareness, but it’s essential to remember that practicing good cyber hygiene should be a year-round commitment. In an increasingly digital world, protecting your […]

Why Cybersecurity Awareness Matters in October and All Year Round

In October, not just the vibrant hues of autumn deserve our attention. This month is designated as Cybersecurity Awareness Month, emphasizing the crucial need to safeguard our digital lives. Yet, […]

Applying Martial Arts Principles to Cybersecurity Practices

In the realm of cybersecurity, the ability to anticipate, adapt, and respond swiftly to threats is paramount. Much like the martial art of Jiu-Jitsu, which emphasizes leverage, strategy, and adaptability, […]

Cultivating Cybersecurity Champions: The Power of Character, Capability, and Commitment

In the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape, finding suitable candidates to defend against the constant barrage of cyber threats has become challenging. The issue perpetuates largely from employers setting unrealistic expectations, rather […]

The Hiring Crisis in Cybersecurity: Addressing the Knowledge Gap and Fostering Growth

In recent years, the field of cybersecurity has seen exponential growth and demand. Social media has been flooded with advertisements for cybersecurity positions, reflecting the urgent need for skilled professionals […]

Unlocking Careers in Cybersecurity: Your First Steps into the Field

Cybercriminals launch new advanced computer viruses, malware, and phishing campaigns every day that threaten the data our society relies on. If you have a passion for technology, the drive to […]

Security for All, Not Some: Safeguarding the Unconnected

At a recent event, multiple companies asked if you really need to protect air-gapped technology, and, if so, how to do it. It’s easy to assume that if a system […]

Defending Against the Unseen: How BLOKWORX Utilizes Deep Instinct for Cutting-edge Prevention

In today’s interconnected digital landscape, cybersecurity threats continue to evolve at an alarming rate. Malicious actors constantly seek new ways to exploit vulnerabilities and infect systems with malware. As a […]

Ransomware Prevention: A Persistent Problem Top of Mind for The City of Dallas

Ransomware continues to be a pressing cybersecurity threat, causing significant disruptions and financial losses for individuals, businesses, and municipalities. The recent 2023 Dallas ransomware incident serves as a stark reminder […]

EvilExtractor: Awareness and Hygiene!

EvilExtractor malware extracts sensitive or confidential information from a victim’s computer system without their consent or knowledge. It falls under the category of information-stealing malware, which is a prevalent and […]

Infamous Emotet is Back in Play

Emotet, a self-updating modular trojan horse malware, has again raised its ugly head. Emotet, also known as “The Banker,” was first discovered in 2014 as a banking Trojan. However, over […]