IT Controls
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Education Sector Being Targeted for Cyber Attacks
Back to school apparently also applies to hackers. Educational institutions are currently being targeted for ransomware attacks. The FBI, Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) issued a warning on September 6, 2022 about the increase in ransomware attacks by hacking group Vice Society. This group has been using compromised credentials to exploit internet-facing applications to gain access, explore the network, exfiltrate sensitive student data and deploy ransomware. In the past, we have seen this disruptive activity lead to classes being cancelled, exams being delayed, to schools being shut down permanently.
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Cybersecurity Education Series for Nonprofits – Security Basics
Please check out the post below written by Javier Young where he highlights how to protect your hard drives, hardware and software decommissioning, and device configuration. Cybersecurity Education Series for Nonprofits – Security Basics
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Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) Malware Alert (AA22 054A)
“Sandworm”, a Russian state-backed hacker group within the GRU (Russian military intelligence organization) has released new malware called ‘Cyclops Blink’….’Cyclops Blink’ can lead to a complete network compromise, by allowing attackers to gain access to the external perimeter firewall.
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Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA) Final Ruling Presentation
What is included in the final GLBA rule published on October 2021? How might this impact you? When does the rule take effect? We will be presenting on the updated rule at the Higher Education virtual conference on 2/22/22. Here is the link if you are interested. 2022 Higher Education Virtual Conference : 2022 : […]
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Preventing a Password Compromise
Authored by Zoran Jovic
Password compromise is one of the most serious threats organizations face today. Attackers are attempting to gain access to your credentials 24/7, and tailor many, if not most attacks with the main goal of gaining access to credentials. Once the attacker has a username and a password, they become an authenticated user with access to systems and applications! While it may be hard to expect you to never make a mistake, a combination of user awareness training and effective security controls can help minimize the risk of a compromise. Whether you already have implemented mitigating controls, or are just starting on your journey, CLA can help verify and enhance your security posture.
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Learn about CIS Controls v8
Authored by Bill Sugnet On May 18th, The Center for Internet Security (CIS) released version 8 of the CIS Controls. From the earliest versions, the CIS Controls totaled 20 and were even referred to as the CIS Top 20 at one point. In version 8, CIS has added one control, and combined a few others. […]
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Ransomware? – Tips to Mitigate Against Ransomware
I presume that you are also aware of the most recent attack on one of the nation’s largest pipelines that carries gas from Texas to New York. This was also as a result of ransomware. On May 13, 2021 the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) released some tips and tricks for dealing with ransomware.
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Change Your Password If You Use The ParkMobile Parking App – Your Information May Be Compromised
The data for approximately 21 million customers who use the ParkMobile parking app has been compromised. If you use this app some of the potential information that is being sold right now includes your mailing address, license plate number, email address, passwords and phone numbers.
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Does Your Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery Plan Protect You In The Current Pandemic Environment?
With the pandemic we have seen an increase in inquiry to assist with the development or review of business continuity plans (BCP) and Disaster Recovery plans (DRP). Business continuity focuses on your process for recovering critical functions, while disaster recovery is more narrow in focus and most times is a subset of your BCP.
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CLA Cybersecurity Alert: Microsoft Email Server Attack Update
On March 2, Microsoft first announced a series of vulnerabilities that enabled hackers to break into the company’s Exchange email, calendar programs, and in some cases integrated voice messaging. China — among others — has allegedly used this vulnerability to spy on a wide range of industries in the United States ranging from medical research to law firms to defense contractors.