Most of the discussions about the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) have naturally focused on best practices for achieving compliance and avoiding penalties. As GDPR compliance becomes a reality this month for all companies that do business with EU residents, an often overlooked aspect has been the overall business advantage of GDPR preparedness. Because […]
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Success: Secure360 Twin Cities 2018
Is it already over? Our team had such a great time at Secure360 Twin Cities 2018 and we hope you did too. The event was a big success. We couldn’t have done it without our staff, volunteers, speakers, sponsors and attendees. The week was filled with great conversation, including your feedback! We heard everything you […]
What can we learn from the Equifax breach?
Last month, social media platforms were saturated with statements and reports referring to the Equifax breach that was discovered on July 29. Most people are aware that 143 million people were impacted by this event. As more and more statements surface, there’s a lot to glean from what took place at Equifax. Listed below are […]
Diversity and the security industry: A reality check
As a top article on the Secure360 blog when it was first written in 2017, we have updated this post with current statistics and ideas for 2019. As cybercrime continues to rise, so will the number of cybersecurity job openings in the years to come. In fact, that number is projected to grow to 3.5 million […]
How cybercriminals use geo-targeting
Cybercriminals have existed for a long time and they aren’t going anywhere anytime soon. Anyone who has ever been victim of cybercrime may be puzzled as to how it happened. How do cybercriminals decide who they are going to target? Is there actually a method to their attacks or is it random? The truth is, […]
The truth about what cybersecurity leaders want
It’s no secret that the world of cybersecurity is in a state of constant development with every advancement and modification being made in technology and security. Leaders in cybersecurity face new challenges every year; it’s an industry in a constant state of flux. With all of the statistics and trend lists floating around, it makes […]
Top four industries hacked
Many of us log onto our computers everyday unaware of the risks we face in regard to cybersecurity. Studies have shown hackers attack every 39 seconds. I don’t know about you, but that statistic alone was enough to capture my attention and put me at the edge of my seat. Cybercrime is taking place every […]
Net neutrality and business: What you need to know
Whether realized or not, all users have an expectation of their online experience–this includes being able to access any website whenever, wherever. As consumers of technology, ahem, the interwebs, we all desire control of our time and the content we choose to research, download, watch or read online. Net neutrality supports this notion. “Net neutrality […]
How to boost diversity in cybersecurity
It’s no secret that the tech industry is dominated by men and has been widely criticized for its lack of diversity in terms of minorities and women. However, for the Millennial generation, which is larger and more diverse than any generation, this lack of diversity is can be viewed as less of a setback and more […]
Security buzzwords your CEO needs to know
Buzzwords. They’re all around us no matter the industry. And while the rest of your company may think that the security and technology departments speak their own unique language, security professionals should be mindful of this potential communication barrier. While it may be second nature talk speak in IT and security jargon, as professionals, you […]
