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Handling employee terminations with utmost care is vital for any organization. It’s a delicate process that requires a thoughtful balance between ensuring security and preserving the dignity of the departing employee. Security professionals are crucial in this balancing act. They must implement measures to protect company assets and data while […]

Tailoring Employee Termination Protocols to Ensure Security and Dignity

This entry was posted in Guest Contributor Physical Security Safety on August 24, 2024 by Editorial Staff

Summer is high time for adventure and exploration — and, unfortunately, cyber scams. With travelers increasingly relying on digital tools, criminals have devised new ways to exploit vulnerabilities. These cyber scams can lead to financial loss, identity theft and more. From fake booking sites to sneaky phishing attempts, they can […]

8 Travel-Related Cyber Scams to Watch for This Summer

This entry was posted in Cybersecurity Guest Contributor Travel on August 20, 2024 by Editorial Staff

Artificial intelligence has emerged as a powerful tool, prompting financial services companies to leverage it for fraud detection in the foreign exchange market. Is it as effective as they believe it to be? The Forex Market Is a Target for Fraud The foreign exchange (forex) market is the largest global […]

The Rise of AI in Detecting Forex Trading Fraud

This entry was posted in AI Fraud Guest Contributor on August 20, 2024 by Editorial Staff

As online shopping has become more popular, cybersecurity professionals and enthusiasts have become increasingly concerned about malware, scam websites and other problems that could cause people to make unsafe transactions. However, maritime cybersecurity is a less commonly discussed topic, which could be a drastic oversight. After all, if cybercriminals target […]

Cybersecurity Challenges in the Maritime Industry

This entry was posted in Cybersecurity Guest Contributor on August 10, 2024 by Editorial Staff

Impact Awards applaud individuals and organizations for their exceptional commitment to safeguarding employees, communities and the environment Blackline Safety Corp. (TSX: BLN), a global leader in connected safety technology, has announced the launch of an international safety awards program to recognize individuals and organizations that go above and beyond to […]

Blackline Safety Launches Awards Program to Recognize Exemplary Safety Efforts

This entry was posted in Guest Contributor Industry News Safety Equipment and tagged Blackline Safety on August 5, 2024 by Editorial Staff

Artificial intelligence has disrupted how people interact with tech. Internet security professionals warn that AI-powered cyberattacks will become more prevalent, necessitating effective countermeasures to mitigate their effects. How can individuals and organizations prepare and increase their defenses? 1. Keep Phishing Awareness Skills Sharp Tools such as ChatGPT have made it […]

3 Effective Countermeasures Against AI-Powered Cyberattacks

This entry was posted in AI Cybersecurity Guest Contributor on July 27, 2024 by Editorial Staff

Imagine a relentless wave of alerts bombarding your cybersecurity team daily. Each alert could signal anything from a minor hiccup to a significant breach. Navigating this constant influx is the art and science of alert triage. This critical process ensures the most serious threats are identified and addressed swiftly, preventing […]

10 Tips for Improved Alert Triage

This entry was posted in Cybersecurity Guest Contributor on July 20, 2024 by Editorial Staff

Securing any IT environment in today’s hyper-connected workplace is challenging. Doing so when admins don’t even know half of the devices and tools people use on a network makes it even harder. This is the problem with shadow IT — a threat that’s becoming increasingly common among businesses today. What […]

How to Reduce the Risk of Shadow IT

This entry was posted in Cybersecurity Guest Contributor Network Security on July 13, 2024 by Editorial Staff

Digital wallets have seen a significant rise in popularity as more people embrace the convenience of cashless transactions. These digital tools allow users to store their payment information securely on their smartphones or other devices. This enables quick and easy purchases online and in physical stores. Their growing popularity stems […]

How Secure Are Digital Wallets?

This entry was posted in Cybersecurity Guest Contributor on June 21, 2024 by Editorial Staff

In this increasingly digital world, top executives — especially CEOs — are prime cyberattack targets. Their access to sensitive information and influence over company operations make them lucrative victims of cybercriminals. Understanding these nine unique tactics and how to defend against them is crucial for businesses and their leaders. 1. […]

9 Tactics Hackers Use to Attack CEOs

This entry was posted in Cybersecurity Guest Contributor on June 15, 2024 by Editorial Staff

When policy is not coupled with a well-planned compliance and evaluation program, the agency will likely fail to broadly adopt improved data management practices. Furthermore, if a compliance plan is absent, the agency will be at risk. Failing to ensure compliance with new requirements can call attention to gaps and […]

Good data management policy is a critical foundation for any ...

This entry was posted in Cybersecurity Data Protection Guest Contributor and tagged ABS Consulting on May 25, 2024 by Editorial Staff

Businesses can pick from several encryption algorithms when securing their data, systems and communications. To determine which is best, they should compare each based on its type, use cases, strength and speed. 1. Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC) ECC is an asymmetric encryption algorithm defined by the equation “y2 = x3 […]

Which Data Encryption Methods Are Best for Your Business?

This entry was posted in Cybersecurity Data Protection Guest Contributor on May 22, 2024 by Editorial Staff