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Measuring the Effectiveness of Cyber Security GRC

‍Cyber security governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) programs are often viewed as cumbersome - a necessary yet costly component of doing business, providing very little value to the organization in terms of strategic impact. This narrow perception, unfortunately, limits the plethora of opportunities that a robust cyber security GRC framework would otherwise unlock.

How to spot job scams that leverage social engineering

From fake job postings to fake candidates, it’s clear the job market has changed in the past few years. Finding a job ad that sparks your interest is now only half the battle — the other half is making sure it’s not a scam. I see three or four LinkedIn posts about job searches and applications gone wrong every day. I’ve read tales of recruiter impersonations, postings for roles that don’t exist, and ads that demand money in order to apply.

Is Your AI App Safe? Analyzing Deepseek's Security Vulnerabilities

Artificial Intelligence is reshaping how we interact with technology, from virtual assistants to advanced search engines. However, with great power comes great responsibility—particularly when it comes to security. These apps often handle sensitive data, making them prime targets for cyberattacks. At Appknox, we're committed to ensuring that the latest AI applications are safe for users.

Helping civil society monitor cyber attacks with the CyberPeaceTracer and Cloudflare Email Security

Civil society organizations have always been at the forefront of humanitarian relief efforts, as well as safeguarding civil and human rights. These organizations play a large role in delivering services during crises, whether it is fighting climate change, support during natural disasters, providing health services to marginalized communities and more.

Phishing for Love: A Sharp Surge in Valentine's Day-Themed Scams

This Valentine’s Day, Cupid wasn’t the only one taking aim. Our Threat Research team noted a 34.8% increase on Valentine-related threat traffic in comparison to February of 2024. Leveraging impersonation and social engineering techniques, attackers have used a seasonal event to exploit heightened emotions and a sense of urgency, effectively increasing the likelihood of success in their phishing campaigns.

Web Application Penetration Testing

Web application penetration testing involves performing a simulated attack on a web app to determine weaknesses that hackers can exploit. The testing process uses emulations of real-world attacks to identify hidden attacks such as SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), or cross-site request forgery (CSRF). What is the worst that could happen if you don’t continuously test your web application for vulnerabilities?

The Power of Instagram Growth Services: How to Expand Your Audience Effectively

Instagram functions today as the main platform through which personal brands business and influencers build expanded networks. Among its billion worldwide users one needs more than ordinary social posting and interactive captions to stand out. The application of Instagram growing service delivers crucial benefits to users of the platform.

The Dangers of Outdated Social Media Content

Social media now forms a crucial part of the daily operations of our existence. The social media platforms Facebook, Instagram and Twitter enable users to distribute life updates together with pictures and video content to their social network. User activity on social media leaves virtual records of life history that exist digitally without any set expiration date. Unmanaged old social media content creates multiple risks that affect both reputation and professional standing, as well as legal compliance.

The Top Benefits of Using a Digital PR Agency for Small Businesses

In today's digital-first world, small businesses face stiff competition from all corners. Standing out in a crowded market isn't easy, especially when competing with larger brands that have bigger budgets and more resources. However, a digital PR agency can help level the playing field. By combining traditional public relations with modern digital strategies, these agencies offer small businesses a cost-effective way to boost their online presence, improve their reputation, and connect with their target audience. Let's explore the top benefits of using a digital PR agency for small businesses.