Sometimes, the only way to fight fire is with fire. Hackers aren’t just ahead of the curve; they’re dictating it. Their new ways to manipulate modern tech are impressive and downright scary. And one of the most sophisticated weapons in their arsenal is automation. A team of hackers that invests in automation is already way
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Better Automation, Improved Security: How AI-Driven Automation Protects Your Data and IT Systems
The systems that don’t keep up with new technology are the ones that get exploited. Bad actors won’t wait for you to decide if AI-driven automation is worth investing in—they’re already using it in their attacks. If you work in cybersecurity, we don’t need to tell you this. You already know. You’ve seen it, you’ve
Cybersecurity Automation for IBM Power Systems: Reducing Risk and Providing Peace of Mind
Every business owner must know this harsh truth: hackers will stay ahead of you if you don’t have a strong cybersecurity plan. Security automation for IBM Power Systems needs to be part of the equation. Hackers are already using automation. Are you? The threat is real. Devin Morrisey writes for AT&T that, as of October
The Comprehensive Guide to Cybersecurity for Multi-Cloud Computing
“It’ll never happen to me.” How often has a phrase like this been uttered by a business owner—only to have disaster strike anyway? Unfortunately, it happens pretty often, but that’s not surprising. Security threats are becoming more sophisticated by the minute, making it challenging to fully grasp just how sneaky and damaging they can be.
3 Takeaways from COMMON POWERUp 2024
We’re always looking for insights into the latest trends in Power Systems technology and how real end users are taking advantage of IBM i. So we went straight to the source. COMMON POWERUp 2024 is the annual gathering of IBM i experts, administrators, developers, and service providers. CloudFirst hit the floor to talk to leading
How to Protect Yourself (And Your Business) from Social Engineering
We’re all used to the obvious robocalls that leave tons of voicemails and the spam emails that clog up our inboxes. But if you’re a business owner, you aren’t always prepared when a senior manager receives an email from someone posing as you or a compelling link supposedly sent out by HR leads to powerful,
Attack Surface Management: How to Lower Cybersecurity Risk by Reducing Your Company’s Attack Surface
It’s hard to comprehend how hackers find ways to enter your network and cripple your business. While you may be focusing on other areas of growth for your company, you can’t leave a portion of your network unprotected and therefore accessible to bad hackers. Consider your attack surface and how to protect it. The reality
Understanding Cyber Security Key Performance Indicators: 10 KPIs You Need to Track to Protect Your Business From Ransomware and Other Threats
Key performance indicators (KPIs) allow companies to measure their progress toward goals. They give you a way of checking in to see how you’re doing. Cyber security KPI metrics provide an assessment method to give you insight into whether you’re at risk and if you’re doing enough to keep your company safe. Cyber attacks are
What Is a Business Continuity Plan? (7 Tips to Create a BCP)
How to Get Started with the NIST Risk Management Framework
Most companies don’t think they’re at risk for a cybersecurity attack until it happens to them. By then, it’s too late to stop the wheels already in motion. Their system is compromised, information may be stolen, and the entire organization is vulnerable. Prevention starts with business leaders creating a risk management strategy that ensures data
