Cybersecurity

By Nathaniel C. Gravel, CISA, CISM, CRISC One can hardly avoid seeing a headline about another data breach, ransomware attack, phishing scam, or other illicit incident executed through the electronic web that connects us all. The convenience and efficiency of the internet and world wide web come with a steep price for those who are

While we should always be on guard against suspicious emails and unknown links, the Russian/Ukrainian conflict that is filling our news feeds has ratcheted up the threat. The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency (CISA) has issued a warning of the heightened risk of Russian cyberattacks against U.S. targets in response to sanctions that have been imposed. CISA

Many businesses have had staff members working from home for a year. For most, the transition from office to home was rapid, and likely included many shortcuts and “temporary” adjustments. Remote working also presents an increased danger of cyberattacks from hackers and online criminals. Without the protection of a robust office firewall and secure network,