Cyber Security News and Information from Commonwealth Sentinel

Have you ever considered what would happen if your outsourced IT company or your IT department couldn’t keep up with the growth of your organization and your cyber security needs? It could potentially put you at risk. Wouldn’t it be helpful to be informed about this kind of risk?

Consider this article as your wake-up call.

In recent years, the risks associated with cyber security attacks have grown. They are no longer a low-probability risk, resulting in minor inconvenience.

Organizations of various sizes and types are falling victim to hacking, resulting in significant financial loss, reputation damage, and goodwill loss. For some, experiencing it can lead to the end of their business or career, while for many others, it results in a significant financial setback that can take years to recover from.

How old is your oldest personal device? (Phone, tablet, PC or laptop, smart TV) Continuing to use outdated applications poses a significant threat to your cyber security, whether it’s been one year, five, or even ten. Act now to protect yourself! If you don’t update your phone’s software, some apps may not work or update […]

Business Email Compromise (BEC)…sounds like something you might learn about in business school. Sounds almost boring. However, in reality, it is one of the main sources of online fraud, even topping ransomware.

Ransomware attackers are becoming more sophisticated and finding ways to bypass existing defenses. Here are some effective protection strategies for your organization.

Are you a target for spear phishing? If you are a mid to senior-level manager in on organization, then chances are that you are. It is worth noting that over 70% of the recipients of the “Be Cyber Safe Newsletter” are individuals in positions of authority, such as elected officials, senior managers, directors, or middle-level managers, who are the primary targets of spear phishing attacks.