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What Is Cloud Security?
By Antonio Sanchez on Wed, 09/06/2023
Cloud security is the collection of plans, processes, and technologies that allow you to safely manipulate cloud-based data at rest, in use, and in motion. A comprehensive cloud-based security strategy encompasses several key elements.
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Zero Trust 101: A Guide to Zero Trust Security
Fri, 08/04/2023
Discover the benefits of removing implicit trust and enable your organization to continuously authenticate and authorize data access from anyone, anywhere, always.
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A First-Hand Account of How Email Security Has Changed – And Where It Is Today
By Antonio Sanchez on Fri, 07/28/2023
A 20-year veteran of the industry shares his first-hand account of how email – and email security – has changed over the years and where it is now.
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Evolve Your Security Strategy to Prepare for DORA
By Antonio Sanchez on Thu, 07/27/2023
Although the DORA compliance deadline is further away, financial institutions regulated by the Act should start preparing their journey now, before the last minute panic keeps knocking on your door. Antonio Sanchez breaks down the five DORA pillars and highlights what it takes to evolve your security effort.
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Top 10 Takeaways: Verizon 2023 Data Breach Investigations Report
By Antonio Sanchez on Thu, 07/27/2023
We’ve summarized the Verizon 2023 DBIR into top points. Find out which attack methods hackers leveraged to drive breaches and how Fortra can help you stay safe.
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Supply Chain Risk
By Antonio Sanchez on Thu, 07/06/2023
The supply chains of today’s global economy rely heavily on technology and information systems to deliver finished goods and services to the end user. However, for all the benefits of a hyperconnected economy this introduces, supply chains also carry with them a high degree of risk.
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Data Classification and Data Loss Prevention (DLP): A Comprehensive Data Protection Strategy
Tue, 05/23/2023
Data is the world’s currency and has been for some time. Protecting data should be at the top of the list for organizations of any size, and the heart of any security strategy. Think about it: the purpose of any firewall, email solution, compliance regulation, or XDR platform is to keep data safe. Why not cut to the heart of it with a dedicated Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solution? And why not...
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Four RSA Conference 2023 Takeaways from an Industry Veteran
Thu, 05/18/2023
I’ve attended RSA Conference for years. The event is always special, but this year was momentous because it was our first time exhibiting as Fortra.
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Key Insights for Zero Trust in 2023
By Antonio Sanchez on Mon, 05/08/2023
With the release of the 2023 Zero Trust Security Report, it’s a good time to reflect on the seismic shifts that have happened in the industry regarding network security. Discover key insights and impacts of Zero Trust in 2023.
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Exploring the 2023 Penetration Testing Report: 5 Key Findings
Mon, 04/17/2023
Each year the threat landscape continues to evolve, and security measures must evolve with it. Recently released, Fortra’s 2023 Penetration Testing Report offers a view into the usage and perception of pen testing, with the intent to determine how these services must adapt in the future. Explore a few salient points in this edition that betrayed changes in the penetration testing landscape.
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Creating a World of Possibility for Fortra's Global Partners: Renee Ritter
Thu, 04/13/2023
Last year, Renee and her team introduced a new partner program and led partners through the rebrand to Fortra. Here's her take on these achievements and a look at the strategic shifts that will be required for cybersecurity moving forward.
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ChatGPT: Understanding and Mitigating the Cybersecurity Risks
By Antonio Sanchez on Wed, 03/08/2023
There’s a lot of talk about ChatGPT. While there are many positive and interesting applications, cybersecurity experts are worried about how threat actors will employ this tech. Learn about two potential use cases and how organizations can prepare.
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Think Like a Threat Actor to Identify Your Cybersecurity Blind Spots
By Antonio Sanchez on Wed, 03/08/2023
In a recent penetration test, the Fortra team was able to harvest enough credentials from a customer to know a savvy threat actor could take down their domain. Discover why testing your organization’s defenses is essential to offensive security.
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What is DORA and How Can You Achieve Compliance?
Tue, 02/28/2023
When searching online for the new EU Regulation for strengthening the cybersecurity of financial entities and their third-party IT providers, called Digital Operational Resilience Act or DORA, it is almost certain that you will stumble upon Dora the Explorer, the famous kids’ animation.
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Acquisition Enables a Return to Form: Chris Bailey
Fri, 01/27/2023
When Fortra acquired FileCatalyst, Chris Bailey eagerly traded his CEO hat for the chance to get back to his first love: product management. Now he uses his expertise to inform the direction of the company’s popular Secure File Transfer solutions.
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Pursuing a New Career Path: Wes Byron
Fri, 01/20/2023
Wes Byron knows it’s never too late to change careers. Fortra gave him the opportunity to pursue his interest in product documentation, and now this dedicated technical writer enjoys supporting customers in a challenging new way.
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Putting a Hug Around Acquisitions: Donnie MacColl
Wed, 01/04/2023
Donnie MacColl says Fortra makes acquisitions successful by putting a hug around the companies it welcomes to the family. Discover why the senior director of technical services and GDPR data protection officer says he’s never been happier at work.
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What’s It Like to Be in Customer Operations at Fortra?
Wed, 12/21/2022
Our Customer Operations team helps build positive, long-lasting customer relationships. Learn how these specialists handle maintenance renewals, account updates, and licensing changes—and why they love virtual team coffee breaks.
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From HR Generalist to Sr. Director of HR: Jordan Bengtson
Sun, 11/20/2022
Jordan Bengtson, senior director of HR at Fortra, truly enjoys the global team he leads and the strategic initiatives he has managed. Hear how the company’s growth has given him opportunities for advancement and what advice he has for new hires.