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Why Nonprofits Are At Risk To Cybercrime
Recent estimates project that the global cost of damages done by cybercrime would amount to six trillion dollars by 2025. That’s a staggering number, but does this really put nonprofit organizations at risk? A recent study indicates that about 50% of nonprofit organizations surveyed had been the target of a recent cyberattack. But why would they even be a target? Nonprofits aren’t Fortune 500 organizations with billions in the bank.
Are Enterprises Ready to Introduce Smart Assistants in the Workplace?
Smart assistants such as Google Home and Amazon Echo were among the most popular gifts this past holiday season, and they’re on their way to becoming as ubiquitous as the smartphone for consumers. But what happens when these devices, with their inherent security and privacy issues, are introduced in the workplace? Amazon already has plans for this with the imminent release of Alexa for Business, and it’s only a matter of time before Google joins the party.
Windows Device Management: From XP to 10 and Everything in Between
When it comes to Windows device management, PC administrators have traditionally relied on tools that use agent-based technology to deliver security. Beyond laptops and desktops, IT teams have long had access to mobile device management (MDM), which enables simple and robust administration of smartphones and tablets.
Stop Wasting Resources: How to Ease Your Endpoint Management and Security Struggles
How good is your endpoint management and security strategy? How about the quality of its execution? Chances are it’s lagging behind. According to a recent Hiscox study, 7 in 10 organizations fail when it comes to cybersecurity readiness, even though most are keenly aware of the potential impact of a cyberattack. For smaller organizations, the inability to operate after an attack is often fatal, while larger enterprises can suffer severe reputational and financial damage.
Simplicity Is the Key to Progress in Endpoint Security
There has been a critical skills shortage in cybersecurity for years. In fact, Cisco estimated that there are currently 1 million unfilled cybersecurity positions around the world. Given the rapid expansion of networks, the growing threat surface, continuous attacker innovation and the recent publicity around major campaigns such as NotPetya and WannaCry, organizations of all sizes have recognized the need for more endpoint security, which is creating even more demand for limited resources.
Online Safety Tips for NCSAM: Lessons From Week One
October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM), which is an annual campaign to raise awareness about cybersecurity. IBM Security joined forces with the EveryApp team to share one tip a day to make people’s online lives safer. Here are their lessons from the first seven days of the month. Getting prompted for Java updates or iTunes? Cybercriminals love it when you don’t install updates when prompted, and they take full advantage of it.
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