Blog

Blog

Understanding AWS Data Security Risks

In today’s cloud-first world, Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a cornerstone of digital transformation, supporting everyone from fast-moving startups to global enterprises. Its flexibility and scale allow organizations to store, process, and analyze enormous volumes of data in minutes, accelerating innovation at a pace that was once unimaginable. But that level of capability also raises the stakes:...
Blog

What is Data Security Posture Management (DSPM)?

Cyber attacks are on the rise. In 2023, a PWC survey revealed an almost 10% increase in data breaches that resulted in over $1 million in damages. Threat actors are constantly adapting their techniques to stay one step ahead, and organizations need all the help they can get to protect their infrastructure from the threat of intrusion.Data security posture management (DSPM) is an essential tool in...
Blog

The Real Cost of Data Sprawl: Why Discovery Isn’t Enough

Data sprawl, the uncontrolled proliferation of data across cloud platforms, collaboration tools, and devices, is creating unprecedented challenges for organizations. As organizations generate and store ever-increasing volumes of unstructured data, every new file, workspace, or database adds complexity, multiplies exposure points, and increases the likelihood of sensitive information slipping...
Blog

The Terrifying Truth About Ransomware

Headlines are screaming with ransomware attacks and the ever-increasing payout demands. In May, Colonial Pipeline fell under a substantial ransomware attack that shut down production along the East coast, affecting oil prices worldwide. Colonial Pipeline disclosed they paid out $4.4 Million in Bitcoin to restore files because they could not recover quickly enough otherwise.Ransomware’s Terrifying...
Blog

How Threat Scanning Amplifies Endpoint Protection

If you find yourself concerned about your organization’s current cybersecurity efforts, you’re not alone. According to Yahoo.com, nearly four out of five executives lack confidence in their current cybersecurity posture. In response, 91% of these companies are increasing their cybersecurity spending in 2021.If upping your IT budget is not one of your top priorities, it’s crucial to consider the...
Blog

Top 3 Attack Vectors Ransomware Loves to Exploit

At the ripe old age of 30, ransomware could be considered antique in the malware world. This particular type of malicious software has been around since 1989, when the first version was created by the “Father of Ransomware”, Joseph L. Popp. Disseminated via mailed floppy disks, the program demanded a hefty ransom of $189 to free victims’ data.A lot has changed since then and ransomware has matured...