While any organization is susceptible to cyberattacks, government agencies — federal, regional, state, and local — can be particularly vulnerable due to the highly sensitive data they have access to in order to carry out their duties. But how exactly are cyber attackers managing to breach these agencies and what can be done in order to prevent such attacks? In this guide, explore about 9 common...

There’s a dangerous misconception sweeping the security industry: Hackers and their cunning attacks are more sophisticated than our best efforts to defend against them. It may seem that the skills gap between the attackers and the protectors is so wide and growing so fast that it’s impossible to catch up. But that's not true, thanks to penetration testing. In our guide, we explore: 3 things...

Cyber risks have rapidly developed into a major threat for global economies and enterprises. With little notice, cyber threats have reshaped corporate risk profiles and have transformed cybersecurity from a back-office concern into a foreground corporate priority. Corporate boards and auditors are increasingly zeroing in on cyber risk because of its potential to enhance or destroy financial...

From phishing scams to ransomware, cyber-attacks are growing every day. But something else is growing too – as in the number of Red Teams being built by organizations just like yours. But is a Red Team right for your company? In "How to Build a Red Team" you will learn: The make up of a Red Team The mission of a Red Team Red Teams vs. Penetration Testers Download your copy of How to Build a Red...

Server-level protection from viruses and malware is essential, and PC-based tools won’t cut it. Malware attacks are increasing, including ransomware like CryptoLocker, Locky, and zCrypt. Businesses know anti malware is essential to protecting PCs from malicious programs, but many don’t realize the value of server-level protection until the damage is done. The guide examines the real-world...

You know you need a penetration test. Whether it is from an internal mandate or external compliance requirements, it has to be done. From here, the question is how. Do you leverage software and the analysts you already have, hire an external service provider to do the heavy lifting for you, or use some combination of the two? All are reasonable...

What does offensive security really mean? In today’s world, cyberattacks happen every few seconds and can result in catastrophic damage. In fact, according to the Ponemon Institute, the average cost of a data breach is now $4.4 million globally. How is it that some businesses seem better protected against the harmful, and often long-term, consequences of such threats? It’s the difference between...

Every point in your organization that provides access to data is what’s known as your attack surface. Your attack surface includes both digital and physical endpoints. It’s vital to understand what it is and how to protect it. This guide explores the breadth of the attack surface and how organizations can effectively manage it to reduce risk. ...

As security budgets get cut across the board, hard decisions must be made about what stays and goes. Offensive security (also referred to as “proactive security”) is one of the most effective ways for organizations to audit their security defenses, protect their networks, and stay compliant. Unfortunately, highly trained offensive security personnel are hard to come by. As the need for proactive...

Compliance is so important in today’s business economy (some might say it is the economy of business) because it is the “pass” that allows you to play. Ensure it, and you can play anywhere. Go without it, and you’re benched. From fees to jail time, PR costs to reputational damage, being caught not complying with legal standards for protecting critical systems, information, and proprietary...