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Christmas scams: Attacks to be aware of this holiday season
The holiday season is a time of joy, giving, and unfortunately, an increased risk of falling victim to Christmas scams. As we are distracted by celebrations and gift buying, cyber criminals exploit the festive spirit for their gain. Around this time, you’ll find more...
The top cyber security news stories of 2023
2023 was a busy year for cyber criminals, making it tough to choose the top cyber security news stories of 2023. Cyber security professionals have had their hands full in protecting sensitive information and detecting breaches to ensure the safety of their clients.As...
What should be in your first year of security awareness plan?
Every organization should have an annual security awareness program - but some don’t. Some businesses just continue doing what they are doing, not realizing that they could improve if they just stopped and re-assessed. If you are a Security Awareness Manager who is...
The drawbacks of using video training for your security awareness program
Think twice before using video training in your security awareness program. It may seem “dynamic” on the surface, but there are many downfalls of using it as your main source for training your employees. If your program is already built around videos, try...
Black Friday scams: Attacks to be aware of during the biggest sale of the year
While you are searching for the best Black Friday deals, beware of the impending Black Friday scams that come along with them. With so many purchases and transactions taking place on this day, cyber criminals seek to take advantage of all the personal information...
Cyber attacks on Ontario hospitals: What your business can learn from these events
This past week, cyber criminals disclosed hundreds of patient and staff information on the dark web from the cyber attacks on Ontario hospitals. These attacks and data leaks serve as a stark reminder that no matter the industry, cyber criminals will ruthlessly attack...
Beyond phishing links: What are other security awareness subjects employees need to know about?
The cyber security industry talks a lot about phishing links, but what about other security awareness subjects? Attackers can use networks, texts/SMS, phone calls, in-person conversations, and USBs just as easily as emails to trick their victims. But, these subjects...
QR code phishing: Why it’s on the rise and how to protect your business
In the ever-expanding landscape of cyber security threats, one scheme has been silently making its way into our digital lives—QR code phishing. QR codes (also known as Quick Response codes) were invented by Japanese automotive company, Denso Waves, in 1994 after they...
A day in the life of a security awareness manager
Having worked with many security awareness managers in the past years, a day in the life can look different for many. Some managers only focus on security awareness, while others have many other tasks to manage. Some have to reach hundreds of people, while others only...
Ransomware 101: Ransomware meaning, prevention, and cases
Welcome to Ransomware 101: Ransomware meaning, prevention & cases. In recent years, the digital landscape has seen a surge in ransomware attacks. So far, 2023 has seen the frequency and severity of ransomware attacks reach unprecedented levels, with almost 2,000...
Employee motivation in cyber security awareness programs
As a security executive for over 15 years, I’ve been analyzing employee motivation for a long time. I’ve seen many executives use “carrots” to motivate their employees to complete training, but I’ve also seen many use “sticks” to punish their employees into...
Cyber Security Awareness Month last minute activities & initiatives to use if you didn’t plan ahead
Are you a late planner looking for Cyber Security Awareness Month last-minute activities or initiatives? 2023 has flown by - it's not uncommon for security managers to realize they haven't planned anything special yet for CSAM.The good news is it's never too late to...
The MGM attack: What can be learned for your business
In the ever-evolving landscape of cyber security threats, no organization, regardless of its size or prominence, is immune to the threat of cyber attacks. The recent breach at MGM Resorts International serves as a great reminder that even giants of the entertainment...
Timely security awareness news stories & anecdotes
As security breaches and attacks are on the rise, so are the security awareness news stories that come with them. How can these startling headlines be used in a positive way to educate your employees? In our latest live Cyber Security Awareness Forum, we hosted a...
The 10 most common cyber security myths
Is it a cyber security truth or a cyber security myth? Cyber crime is on the rise, and a large part of combating it starts with understanding the threats that exist. Unfortunately, numerous myths about cyber security persist which can lead to complacency or an...
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