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BEC Global Insights Report: March 2026

March 2026 BEC threat intelligence from Fortra shows a 53% drop in attack volume, top cash‑out methods, gift card trends, crypto scams, and average wire fraud amounts.
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Manage Your Mismatched SOCs

Deciding whether to build an in-house security operations center (SOC) or outsource Security Operations (SecOps) in whole or in part is one of the most important decisions a security leader makes. The question might seem as simple as internal or external, but there are a huge number of factors at play. As a SOC leader, you must make sure the model you choose matches your organization. That means...
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Data Security for AI Explained

What Is AI Fools? AI Fools Week (also referred to as AI Fools: Stay Sharp!) is an annual cybersecurity awareness campaign created by the National Cybersecurity Alliance. Inspired by the spirit of April Fool’s Day, the campaign highlights how AI-powered pranks and deceptions can go beyond harmless jokes. AI Fools Week’s goal is to educate individuals and organizations on how to spot and avoid AI...
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World Leaks Data Extortion: What You Need to Know

What Is World Leaks?World Leaks is a cyber extortion operation that steals sensitive data from organizations and threatens to leak it via the dark web if a ransom is not paid.Hang on - Isn't That Just Ransomware by Another Name?Well, you can think of it like that if you want - but traditional ransomware attacks involve two things: stealing and encrypting your data, followed by demands for payments...
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Stopping Zero-Day Threats with Cloud Email Security

What Is a Zero-Day Threat? A zero-day attack leverages a previously unknown vulnerability — one that hasn’t been detected by developers or security experts. Because the vulnerability is unknown, there is typically no existing patch or fix, leaving systems temporarily vulnerable until a solution can be developed and deployed. The term "zero-day" refers to the fact that defenders have "zero days" of...
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Getting to Know Michael Oberlaender, CISO

Michael Oberlaender is an eight-time global CISO and currently provides CISO consulting services for organizations worldwide. His thirty-five-year career in IT and security have centered around the development of strategic, enterprise-grade security programs that empower business growth.We recently had the chance to speak to Michael about his thoughts on the industry, his start in cybersecurity,...
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March 2026 Patch Tuesday Analysis

Today’s Patch Tuesday Alert addresses Microsoft’s March 2026 Security Updates. The FIRE team is actively working on coverage for these vulnerabilities and expect to ship that coverage as soon as it is completed.