Relax…Vulnerability Scans and Penetration Tests (PenTests) don’t hurt. There’s no “prep” like with a colonoscopy. But they are just as important.Sometimes people want to skip the vulnerability scan and add on their security controls (e.g., Endpoint Detection and Response, Network Monitoring, Firewall, Anti-Virus, etc.).Sometimes they think that they are protected since they already have a […]
Not Another Scam🙄
Yep, we don’t have enough to worry about, I guess. Isn’t there enough danger out there already? We must be careful of ransomware attacks, business email compromises, malware, phishing emails, vishing (voice phishing by phone), and smishing (phishing by text message). We have to protect our passwords, use multi-factor authentication, use different passwords for every […]
Have a Cyber Safe 4th of July Weekend!
Hard to believe that we are already halfway through 2022! Have a great weekend you have earned it.For more information on how we can help you, contact Commonwealth Sentinel at info@commonwealthsentinel.com or (502) 320-9885.Until next time, #BeCyberSafe!Sheri
Cyber Insurance is NOT Cyber Security
There are a lot of misconceptions about cyber insurance. It is not too difficult to understand when you think about it like this: Have you ever thought that as long as you have car insurance, it is okay to drive drunk? Or have you ever thought that as long as you have homeowners insurance, it’s […]
Thoughts from the 2022 KCJEA and Magistrates Summer Conference
I love June! Summer has finally arrived, the lakes are abuzz with boaters, golf courses are full, and the Kentucky County Judge/Executive and Kentucky Magistrates & Commissioners Association hold their annual Joint Summer Conference.This year was better than last year for several reasons. First, I did NOT play in golf the scramble like I did […]
Best Practices for Securing Your Organization’s Email
Email is one of the easiest ways for bad actors to access your network. Fortunately, there are best practices for securing your organization’s email. It’s important to remember that the bad guys only need to get it right once. You must get it right every time; don’t take unnecessary chances. Best Practices Clear Policies: Get […]