Nearly half of Americans, 46%, have had a password stolen in the past year. Out of all the accounts that were breached, more than three-quarters (77%) of those users had their personal information stolen, such as their personal address, credit card number and Social Security Number. Password attacks on businesses can expose even more critical ...

Email-based cyberattacks are rampant. If we go by figures, the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency reports that 90% of successful cyberattacks begin with phishing emails. While phishing emails can target individuals and businesses of all sizes, attackers may prefer to double down their aim at senior-level employees to increase their chances of catching a ...

In today’s dynamic threat environment, traditional security perimeters are proving to be increasingly vulnerable. Ray Fernandez, writing for TechRepublic Premium, presents an in-depth exploration of zero trust security that offers professionals a clear path to strengthening their security posture and compliance by providing a deep understanding of the concepts and principles, delving into its operational ...

Cloud adoption is not slowing down, and neither is the cloud threat landscape. Among many other benefits, the cloud offers increased productivity and flexibility, as well as reduced infrastructural costs. However, despite delivering many goodies, API endpoints hosted in the cloud can be susceptible to at least 12 security issues. These issues can come in ...

The concept of zero trust implies organizations must work under a constant worst-case scenario. This means assuming breaches are inevitable and that no entity or users — coming from within or from outside the organization — should ever be trusted. This “never trust, always verify” approach significantly reduces the attack surface and minimizes the potential ...

When employees leave their workspaces behind — whether that’s for the night, the weekend, a longer vacation or just a quick lunch break — they may leave behind potentially sensitive information where it can easily be accessed by unauthorized parties. Unsecured USB drives, data files left open on desktops and printouts of confidential documents are ...

Cybersecurity is a booming career path for professionals looking to enhance the value of their skillsets in the 2020s. This guide, written by Madeline Clarke for TechRepublic Premium, highlights the methods people can take to begin a career in cybersecurity, provides expert insights from industry professionals and discusses the varying factors surrounding this lucrative area ...

Whether due to resignation, layoff or firing, separating employees from the business is never a pleasant process nor is it always easy. Because many staff members have access to confidential data or company assets, it is critical to utilize a series of detailed and comprehensive steps to complete employee terminations and streamline the experience as ...

Cryptography engineers often collaborate with cybersecurity teams to integrate robust cryptographic solutions into software, hardware and network infrastructure, addressing potential vulnerabilities and mitigating risks associated with data breaches or cyberattacks. This hiring kit, written by Franklin Okeke for TechRepublic Premium, provides a practical framework you can use to hire the ideal cryptography engineer for your ...

The European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation requires every business enterprise and public authority that collects personal data from EU customers and clients to protect that data from unauthorized access. Finding ideal candidates for the GDPR data protection compliance officer position will require thorough vetting, and potential candidates may be difficult to find. This hiring ...

Antivirus software is critical to ensure information security of organizational networks and resources. By establishing an antivirus policy, organizations can quickly identify and address malware and virus threats, as well as detect and appropriately respond to incidents. The purpose of this Antivirus Policy, written by Madeline Clarke for TechRepublic Premium, is to provide guidelines for ...

The way software is developed has changed. DevSecOps is transforming the industry by incorporating security from the early stages and automating traditional processes to build better, faster and more secure software. Ray Fernandez, writing for TechRepublic Premium, presents this DevSecOps glossary to help you navigate the modern world of software development and enhance your understanding. ...

The negative press, coupled with YouTube horror stories, has cemented the Dark Web’s reputation for illicit behavior. Today, the Dark Web is believed to be a platform where cybercriminals sell drugs, weapons, malicious software and piles of consumer and sensitive corporate data. But is the Dark Web just filled with darkness? Maria Carrisa Sanchez, writing ...

In many ways, data has become the primary currency of modern organizations. It doesn’t matter whether you are a large business enterprise, SMB, government or non-profit, the collection, management, protection and analysis of data is a determining factor in your overall success. This policy, written by Mark W. Kaelin for TechRepublic Premium, establishes an enterprise-wide ...

The first step to increasing your business’ cybersecurity is to educate yourself about any misconceptions so you understand the very real consequences of a cyberattack. This TechRepublic Premium article, written by Kara Sherrer, breaks down the top 10 most common myths. Featured text from the download: MYTH #5: THE ONLY CYBERSECURITY THREAT IS EXTERNAL You ...