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What Is the Log4J Vulnerability?
Log4J is a free and open-source logging library widely used by companies large and small. Officially designated CVE-2021-44228, the 0-day vulnerability was first publicly disclosed on December 9th, 2021.
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When Are Cyber Criminals More Likely To Attack?
According to a 2021 report from IBM and the Ponemon Institute, the average cost of a data breach among companies surveyed reached $4.24 million per incident in 2021, the highest in 17 years. The shift to hybrid or remote work was certainly a contributing factor, but what was the top contributor to these numbers? The answer: compromised credentials that led to compromised data.
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10 Cybersecurity Myths & Misconceptions
As we celebrate the 2021 National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, SWICKtech wants to help businesses learn to be safer and more secure online. Employees empowered with the resources and knowledge to protect organizations from cyber threats are one of the best lines of defense. Part of that training should involve breaking down often-quoted cybersecurity misconceptions. Employers and employees who believe any of the myths below could be opening their businesses to unknown risk.
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HiveNightmare aka SeriousSAM Vulnerability
Microsoft has issued an urgent security notice regarding HiveNightmare (also known as SeriousSAM), which is a vulnerability that can allow a regular user unintended administrative access to an organization’s network.
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Urgent Security Notices Issued for Microsoft’s PrintNightmare
Early the week of July 6th, US-CERT, CISA, and Microsoft issued urgent security notices regarding PrintNightmare.
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Cyber Insurers Toughen Coverage Requirements to Include MFA
With the conclusion of the 2021 Vancouver International Privacy and Cybersecurity Summit one message is clear - all organizations applying for cyber insurance must add multi-factor authentication (MFA) to logins. Without MFA organizations won’t receive coverage.
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The ABCs Of CMMC
Beginning in 2025, all defense contractors will need to be assessed against the 5-tiered cybersecurity standard known as the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). CMMC is a complex topic that cannot be summarized in a single blog post. So, what fundamentals does your organization need to know in order to stay or become compliant?
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It's The End of the Road for Internet Explorer
Internet Explorer to retire after more than 25 years.
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What You Need to Know About Skype for Business End Of Life
In July 2019, Microsoft first announced its plan for the retirement of Skype for Business, and the transition to Microsoft Teams. Nearly two years later, this plan will become reality in a mere 2 months. Here’s a refresher on what this may mean for your business.
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Is Microsoft On-Premise Exchange Safe in 2021?
Is Microsoft On-Premise Exchange Safe in 2021?
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