Security | Threat Detection | Cyberattacks | DevSecOps | Compliance

July 2024

vanta

Introducing new Vanta capabilities to automatically improve your security posture

Jul 31, 2024 By Vanta In Vanta
From day one, Vanta has helped security teams build and maintain a strong security posture to protect sensitive data and reduce business risk. Our industry-leading trust management platform provides automated, continuous compliance, ensuring that the necessary people, processes, and technology for strong security are in place and working effectively. ‍ With Vanta, customers like Unleash and Pigment are able to reduce costs and free up resources for strategic security initiatives.
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DORA and NIS2: How to Ensure Compliance and Enhance Cyber Resilience

Jul 30, 2024 By Rubrik In Rubrik
In this episode of CISO Conversations: EU Data Regulations, Richard Cassidy, EMEA Field CISO at Rubrik is joined by Jack Poller to discuss the key differences between DORA and NIS2, how they can help enhance resilience against cyber threat, and what steps organizations need to take to ensure compliance.
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vanta

4 takeaways from A-LIGN's 2024 Compliance Benchmark Report

Jul 29, 2024 By Vanta In Vanta
A compliance audit shows your customers exactly what measures you have in place to keep their data and assets safe. Given that trust is such a crucial aspect of customer relationships, the quality and efficiency of your compliance audit is more important than ever. ‍ A-LIGN, one of Vanta’s technology-enabled security and compliance partners, recently released its 2024 Compliance Benchmark Report, based on an annual survey of nearly 700 business leaders and compliance professionals.
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vista infosec

7 Important Theft Protection Features for a Cryptocurrency Wallet

Jul 29, 2024 By Narendra Sahoo In VISTA InfoSec
While you don’t always need a cryptocurrency wallet to trade blockchain assets, using a good wallet to facilitate exchanges is a matter of common sense. Wallets don’t just provide a convenient way to manage your crypto funds, but they also help keep your tokens safe from the malicious parties that are all too commonplace in the world of blockchain currencies.
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Arctic Wolf

Simplify Compliance for FFIEC-NCUA

Jul 29, 2024 By Arctic Wolf In Arctic Wolf
Financial service organizations face a growing challenge. Their customers expect 24×7 access and self-service convenience, meaning these organizations must move to the cloud and embrace new technologies. However, those moves also expand their attack surface, increase cyber risk, and make achieving and maintaining compliance more challenging.
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ignyte Team

FAQ: How Are STIGs, SRGs, SCAP, and CCIs Related?

Jul 26, 2024 By Max Aulakh In Ignyte
In the world of government-adjacent security and compliance, there are many different terms and acronyms you’ll encounter for the processes you have to perform. Often, these terms are interrelated in a single process, so you tend to learn them in clusters. One such cluster includes STIGs, SRGs, SCAP, and CCIs. What are these, what do they mean, and what do you need to do to utilize them properly? Let’s answer the most commonly asked questions.
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vanta

Building a comprehensive Trust Center

Jul 25, 2024 By Vanta In Vanta
In today's digital landscape, trust is paramount. Customers want to know that their data is secure and that they can rely on the companies they do business with. ‍ One of the best ways to provide this assurance is through a well-crafted, up-to-date Trust Center. But what exactly should go into a Trust Center? How easy are they to maintain, and how much manual work do they save security teams?
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DORA Compliance: Insights & Strategies with Paul Dwyer | Razorwire Podcast | Razorthorn Security

Jul 24, 2024 By Razorthorn In Razorthorn
The deadline for financial entities is looming – get actionable information and advice on DORA compliance with industry expert Paul Dwyer! Welcome to Razorwire, your go-to podcast for cutting-edge insights and expert analysis in the world of information security. I'm your host, Jim, and in today's episode, we have the privilege of speaking with Paul Dwyer, a veteran in cybersecurity risk and compliance with over 30 years of experience and the head of the International Cyber Threat Task Force (ICTTF).
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vanta

IDC Analyst Brief findings: Trust centers can help organizations save time and accelerate sales

Jul 23, 2024 By Vanta In Vanta
It's never been more important for organizations to demonstrate their security practices in order to win the trust of customers. ‍ Historically, companies have used static web pages to demonstrate their security posture. And while these can act as helpful marketing tools, these pages don't provide enough evidence for customers to evaluate a vendor’s security program. This leads to lengthy email threads and manual processes in order to manage incoming customer requests. ‍
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Netskope + ChatGPT Enterprise Compliance API

Jul 23, 2024 By Netskope In Netskope
Netskope integrates with ChatGPT Enterprise to deliver API-enabled controls that bolster security and compliance for organizations. With our integration, organizations gain enhanced features including application visibility, robust policy enforcement, advanced data security, and comprehensive security posture management—all achieved by directly connecting to ChatGPT Enterprise.
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tanium

How To Use Tanium To Respond to the Australian PSPF Direction 002-2024 (Technology Stocktake)

Jul 22, 2024 By Tanium In Tanium
On July 8, 2024, Australian Home Affairs Secretary Stephanie Foster issued a series of formal directions under the Protective Security Policy Framework (PSPF) instructing each federal government body to identify and mitigate potential cyber risks amidst rising concerns for foreign interference.
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netskope

SASE: Your Secret Weapon to Mastering DORA Compliance

Jul 19, 2024 By Rich Beckett In Netskope
A lot has happened since the 2008 financial crisis and credit crunch, including a significant increase in cloud app adoption in financial services and a rise in cyber attacks targeting those apps. To keep the financial sector safe and secure, the EU introduced new rules. Initially, these regulations focused on ensuring banks had enough capital to handle financial problems. However, as cyberattacks became a bigger threat, the EU recognised the need for additional measures.
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vista infosec

The Role of PCBs in Cybersecurity

Jul 19, 2024 By Narendra Sahoo In VISTA InfoSec
As fraudsters are continuously finding new ways to strike, we’re continuously finding new ways to prevent them with controls such as encryption, multi-factor authentication, fraud detection software, etc. But not everyone is aware that it all begins with how electronic devices are designed. With the way Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) are laid out and built, to be precise. This assembly is far more important for cybersecurity than you might think.
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centripetal

Take Action Now on NIS2 Directive

Jul 19, 2024 By Rebecca Lindley In Centripetal
It’s time to ‘Have Your Say’ on the future of cybersecurity regulations in the European Union. The draft implementing regulation for the NIS2 Directive is now open for public feedback through the ‘Have Your Say’ portal until July 25, 2024. This consultation period allows stakeholders to contribute to refining the regulation, with all feedback shaping the final regulations.
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securitysenses

The Importance of Know Your Business (KYB) in the Fintech World

Jul 19, 2024 By SecuritySenses In SecuritySenses
In the dynamic and rapidly evolving fintech industry, regulatory compliance and risk management are crucial for maintaining trust and ensuring sustainability. One critical component of this regulatory framework is the Know Your Business (KYB) process. KYB involves verifying the legitimacy and credentials of business clients and partners, ensuring they are who they claim to be, and assessing their potential risks. In the fintech world, KYB is essential for mitigating fraud, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering a trustworthy ecosystem.
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netskope

Streamline Compliance and Strengthen Data Protection Using Netskope's Integration with the ChatGPT Enterprise Compliance API

Jul 18, 2024 By Melody Nouri In Netskope
In the ever-evolving landscape of AI, maintaining compliance standards and ensuring secure usage of generative AI applications remains an important priority for enterprises. Across the globe, regulatory frameworks like the European Union’s AI Act have been established to ensure that AI systems are developed and deployed in a manner that prioritizes safety, transparency, ethics, and fundamental rights.
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vanta

How to de-risk patching third party software packages

Jul 17, 2024 By Vanta In Vanta
There are several steps your organization must take to protect itself from potentially exploitable packages. First, you’ll need to carefully review and triage the package vulnerabilities that present risk to your organization, then you’ll need to patch each one. Patching a package may sound easy, but doing so without breaking your product can be tricky. ‍ Before patching, you may review the changelog between versions. Opening the changelog, however, could further the patch dread.
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vista infosec

How to Improve Compliance with Multilingual Cybersecurity Resource

Jul 17, 2024 By Narendra Sahoo In VISTA InfoSec
Cybersecurity matters a lot today, and it touches everyone around the globe. With hackers becoming smarter, protecting information has never been more critical. Now, imagine trying to stay safe online but not understanding the warnings because they’re not in your language. That’s where multilingual cybersecurity comes into play – it breaks down language barriers so everyone can understand how to protect themselves.
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neosystems

5 Common Challenges (and Solutions) to Achieving CMMC Compliance

Jul 16, 2024 By Neosystems In NeoSystems
Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is a comprehensive program to enforce conformance with the NIST 800-171 security controls for non-government organizations handling Federal Contract Information (FCI) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). The program has a three tiered requirements structure based on the nature and sensitivity of information an organization handles.
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idstrong

What is Protected Health Information (PHI)? And why is it important?

Jul 16, 2024 By Steven In IDStrong
“Safeguarding personal health information (PHI) is governed under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).” Protecting identifiable health data is the responsibility of everyone who comes into contact with it, including covered entities. Healthcare providers, health plan companies, school districts not covered under FERPA, universities, employers, and federal, state, and local government agencies are mandated to protect PHI data from any security risk.
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vanta

Everything you should know about continuous controls monitoring (CCM)

Jul 15, 2024 By Vanta In Vanta
Continuous controls monitoring (CCM) is a crucial aspect of making GRC processes more automated, accurate, and actionable through technology. It helps organizations transition from inefficient point-in-time checks to automation-driven compliance controls that provide a real-time view into their security posture. That’s why many proactive risk management teams are already prioritizing control automation for their GRC program.
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cycognito

What's the buzz about NIS 2?

Jul 15, 2024 By Jason Pappalexis In CyCognito
The latest version of the Network and Information Security Directive (NIS 2) has severe implications for companies that provide services or carry out activities in the European Union (EU). NIS 2’s goal is to establish a higher level of security and cyber resilience for member EU states in 18 essential industry sectors. Violations can lead to substantial fines, legal liability and even criminal sanctions on an individual level.
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vanta

How to scale your GRC program with automation

Jul 12, 2024 By Vanta In Vanta
According to Vanta’s 2023 State of Trust Report, respondents spend an average of nine working weeks per year on security compliance. ‍ Some security teams have accepted that governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) will inevitably take tons of time and effort. And many continue to work towards small-scale efficiencies because they don’t believe anything better is possible. ‍ But there’s a better option for today’s businesses: GRC automation.
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ignyte Team

Can US Organizations Share or Release CUI to Foreign Entities?

Jul 12, 2024 By Max Aulakh In Ignyte
Working as a contractor for the federal government means complying with a wide range of rules. Some of these are large, obvious, and well-enforced, like the security frameworks we so often discuss here on the Ignyte blog. Others are small rules, scattered throughout disparate memos and resources, and it can sometimes be easy to forget them – or not even know them at all. And, of course, it doesn’t help matters that these rules can change from time to time.
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coralogix

PCI DSS compliance with SIEM, CSPM and MxDR

Jul 12, 2024 By Vikas Chauhan In Coralogix
In a world where increasing numbers of transactions are done online, compliance with PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) is crucial. However, with more organizations turning to cloud-based service providers such as AWS, Azure or GCP, ensuring that payment data is kept completely secure is becoming more challenging.
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Snyk

A stepping stone towards holistic application risk and compliance management of the Digital Operational Resiliency Act (DORA)

Jul 11, 2024 By Ben Desjardins In Snyk
In today's increasingly digital world, where businesses rely heavily on technology for core operations, the European Union's Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) establishes a comprehensive framework to manage Information and Communication Technology (ICT) related risks and ensure business continuity for financial institutions and critical service providers.
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tripwire

Navigating Compliance: A Guide to the U.S. Government Configuration Baseline

Jul 10, 2024 By Dan Jamison In Tripwire
For cybersecurity professionals tasked with defending the public sector, tackling the U.S. Government Configuration Baseline (USGCB) is just another hurdle to a safer federal tomorrow. Part of a wide collection of necessary federal government compliance requirements, it hones in on which baseline security configurations are necessary for federally deployed IT products.
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jfrog

Navigating DORA Compliance: Software Development Requirements for Financial Services Companies

Jul 10, 2024 By Paul Garden In JFrog
Regulatory compliance is a common and critical part of today’s rapidly evolving financial services landscape. One new regulation that EU financial institutions must adhere to is the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), enacted to enhance the operational resilience of digital financial services. The BCI Supply Chain Resilience Report 2023 highlighted that 45.7% of organizations experienced supply chain disruptions with their closest suppliers, which is more than double the pre-pandemic levels.
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netwrix

Navigating Compliance Complexities with Modern IAM Solutions

Jul 10, 2024 By Tyler Reese In Netwrix
Effective identity and access management (IAM) is crucial to both data security and regulatory compliance. Closely governing identities and their access rights is vital to ensuring that each individual has access to only the business systems, applications and data that they need to perform their roles. IAM reduces the risk of accidental data exposure or deletion by account owners, while also limiting the damage that could be done by a malicious actor who compromises a user account.
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vanta

3 trends shaping the future of GRC and how to adapt today

Jul 9, 2024 By Vanta In Vanta
For many teams, managing governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) is still a very manual process. As a security leader, you might be wondering how to future-proof and scale your GRC program when so much of your team’s time is spent on collecting screenshots or copying and pasting information from one spreadsheet to another. ‍ The future of GRC management doesn’t have to be more of the same though.
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cato networks

Making Sense of NIS 2: Adopt a Cybersecurity Blueprint like NIST to Set Your House in Order

Jul 8, 2024 By Andrea Napoli In Cato Networks
In 2023, the European cybersecurity landscape painted a concerning picture. According to a report in detection, response, and mitigation further emphasized that enterprise cybersecurity implementations were falling short.
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protegrity

Protegrity Helps AWS Customers Attain Compliance for Data Security

Jul 5, 2024 By Protegrity In Protegrity
A large solutions and services company facing strict compliance regulations and enforcements needed a powerful, scalable enterprise data protection solution for their data being migrated over to S3, Athena, Amazon Redshift, and Glue environments. The sensitive data included HR, Financial and customer information. Using Protegrity’s field-level data protection, the company overcame this challenge, significantly improving their processes.
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upguard

GDPR: Penalties for Noncompliance and How to Avoid Them

Jul 5, 2024 By Leah Sadoian In UpGuard
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is one of the world's most stringent data protection laws, designed to safeguard individuals' personal data in Europe. Since its implementation in May 2018, GDPR has significantly impacted how organizations collect, store, and process personal data. Noncompliance with GDPR can lead to severe penalties, including hefty fines and reputational damage, making it imperative for organizations to understand and adhere to its requirements.
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securitysenses

Effective Strategies for Connected TV Advertising

Jul 4, 2024 By SecuritySenses In SecuritySenses
In today's fast-evolving digital landscape, connected TV (CTV) advertising has emerged as a powerful tool for reaching targeted audiences with precision and efficiency. Advertisers are increasingly leveraging CTV to capitalize on the growing trend of over-the-top (OTT) content consumption. This article explores effective strategies for optimizing CTV advertising, ensuring campaigns resonate with viewers and drive measurable results.
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securitysenses

Strengthening Cybersecurity: Key Benefits of Integrated ERP Systems

Jul 3, 2024 By SecuritySenses In SecuritySenses
A business is like a piece of machinery. It consists of many different parts and each has to work optimally for smooth operation. Even a small hitch in the cycle can quickly lead to complete failure. Your business too operates on various processes. From supply line management to payroll distribution every activity has to be monitored for efficiency. The data collected from all these also needs to be analyzed for informed decision-making. So how do you manage it all while still immersed in your day-to-day activities? An integrated ERP system could be the solution.
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tripwire

Cybersecurity Best Practices for SOX Compliance

Jul 3, 2024 By Anthony Israel-Davis In Tripwire
The Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), enacted by the United States Congress in 2002, is a landmark piece of legislation that aims to improve transparency, accountability, and integrity in financial reporting and corporate governance. The act was a response to high-profile corporate scandals, such as those involving Enron, WorldCom, and Tyco International, which shook investor confidence and underscored the need for regulatory reforms to prevent corporate fraud and protect investor interests.
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netskope

The Significance of the Number 42 in the New ISO AI Standard

Jul 3, 2024 By Neil Thacker In Netskope
The number 42 has gained legendary status in popular culture, largely due to Douglas Adams’ science fiction series, The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy. In this series, a group of hyper-intelligent beings build a supercomputer named Deep Thought to calculate the “Answer to the Ultimate Question of Life, the Universe, and Everything”. After much contemplation, Deep Thought reveals the answer to be simply “42”.
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ekran

The 5 Fundamental Pillars of the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA)

Jul 3, 2024 By Ekran In Ekran
Nowadays, financial organizations rely heavily on information and communication technology (ICT) to support remote operations. While ICT enhances operational efficiency and customer experience, it significantly increases cybersecurity risks in the financial sector. To mitigate cybersecurity risks related to ICT, the European Union (EU) has developed a specific regulation: the Digital Operational Resilience Act.
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bitsight

NIS2 Compliance: How to Identify and Evaluate Critical Suppliers

Jul 3, 2024 By Francisco Fonseca In BitSight
As the NIS2 Directive reshapes the cybersecurity landscape across Europe, a key focus for organisations is understanding and managing their critical suppliers. The directive mandates heightened scrutiny and tighter controls around these essential entities, underscoring their importance in your overall cybersecurity strategy. But the pivotal question remains: How do you determine who qualifies as a 'critical supplier'?
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vanta

Why regulation is the cornerstone of AI development

Jul 2, 2024 By Paulo Rodriguez, Head of International In Vanta
By now, we're very familiar with the game-changing potential of AI. The rapid rise of ChatGPT has shown us just how quickly the technology has gone from concept to the palm of our hands. AI has the ability to dramatically accelerate workflows, and subsequently free up businesses to focus on strengthening their security and build customer trust. Why then is the UK's security industry so short on confidence when it comes to using it? One reason: a lack of regulation.
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vanta

10 important questions to add to your security questionnaire

Jul 2, 2024 By Vanta In Vanta
The technology your organization uses is integral to its success. When selecting vendors, security should be at the forefront of your decision. A strong vendor review process is crucial for selecting partners that align with your company's security goals, and security questionnaires are a key step in this process.
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vista infosec

Chip maker launches probe into data theft amid cybersecurity concerns

Jul 2, 2024 By Narendra Sahoo In VISTA InfoSec
American chip giant Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) announced that it has launched a probe of a data breach carried out by a cybercriminal group called Intelbroker that led to several private documents and information being stolen which occurred early this month. In a statement to media outlets, the company spokesperson said that it is working closely with the authorities and a third-party hosting partner to investigate the impact of the breach.
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neosystems

How CMMC Will Improve Your Cybersecurity Posture

Jul 2, 2024 By Caitlin Bognar In NeoSystems
In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, safeguarding critical data from unauthorized access is paramount. Our recent webinar, “Shut the Front Door,” provided invaluable insights aimed at business leaders, operations executives, and IT managers within the government contracting community, emphasizing the necessity of robust access control measures and adherence to regulations like the FAR, DFARS, and NIST 800-171.
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vista infosec

How to Conduct Comprehensive Security Audits Without Compromising on Time?

Jul 1, 2024 By Narendra Sahoo In VISTA InfoSec
Ever wondered how to conduct security audits without wasting time? Security audits are crucial for protecting your business from threats. But they often feel like they take forever. The process can be overwhelming, especially if you’re trying to be thorough without sacrificing too much time. Luckily, it doesn’t have to be this way.
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vista infosec

California's Top 5 Cybersecurity Companies

Jul 1, 2024 By Ronak Patel In VISTA InfoSec
In a developing digital environment, cybersecurity is playing an important role for safeguarding private information and maintaining the integrity of online systems. Strong cybersecurity measures are necessary for individuals, corporations, and governments to prevent data breaches, financial loss, and privacy violations because of an increasing number of cyber threats.
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levelblue

Regulatory Compliance and Ransomware Preparedness

Jul 1, 2024 By Josh Breaker-Rolfe In LevelBlue
Ransomware attacks are a huge problem: in the past five years alone, they have brought about a state of emergency across vast swathes of the United States, threatened to topple the Costa Rican government, and brought Portugal's largest media conglomerate to its knees. And ransomware attackers show no signs of slowing down: last year, roughly one-third of all data breaches involved ransomware or some other extortion technique.
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