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A Day in the Life of an Ethical Hacker: Q&A With Professional Hacker Agne Marija Bucyte

Not all hackers are bad. No, really, it's true! We aren't the biggest fan of people who steal your information for nefarious purposes, but there are a ton of upstanding people out there using hacking skills for good. One such person is Agne Marija Bucyte, a Junior Ethical Hacker at Baltic Amadeus who has decided to turn her hacking skills and computer knowledge into her profession.

Cryptography Made Simple: What You Need To Know and Why It's So Awesome

When you browse the web, use social media, or shop online, you probably don’t think about how your personal information is being safeguarded. However, with so many cyberattacks hitting the news on a frequent basis, this is something that should concern you. You see, hackers can gain access to your personal information if it isn’t properly encrypted and safeguarded. Thankfully, cryptography is here to save the day.

10 Tips to Keep Your Cloud Storage Safe and Secure

Across the globe, we are all now always connected. People now share, upload, and download information from their phones or computers. Cloud-based storage has become incredibly popular because everything is accessible. And with multiple devices synced, you'll never have to worry about forgetting a file again. However, it's not without risks. If someone gets access to your account credentials, they could potentially view all your data stored in the cloud.

How To Store Employee Personal Data Securely and Why It Matters

As an employer, you have both a moral and legal obligation to shore up sensitive information about your employees. Sensitive information includes genetic and biometric data, medical records, SNNs (social security numbers), and criminal history records, just to name a few. Fail to do so, and you will open yourself up to loads of risk. Hackers are constantly on the hunt for applicant and employee data that they can further sell on the dark web or use to perpetrate fraud.

How To Secure Your Files for Back to School? Cybersecurity Tips for Students

While online learning provides many positive opportunities for learners and teachers alike, it is more important than ever to strengthen cybersecurity defenses to deal with new and emerging attacks. As school is back in session, now is a good time to double-check that you’re doing everything necessary to keep your data (and your homework) secure online.

7 Best Encrypted Email Services to Protect Yourself With In 2022

Most successful hacks and data breaches are perpetrated through email. In a perfect world, everyone would find safer methods for communication, but since email isn't going anywhere anytime soon, encrypted email is our best option. Since Internxt doesn't have its own encrypted email yet, we've assembled a list of the best encrypted email services you should use in the meantime.

5 Reasons Why Marketing Teams Should Use Secure Cloud Storage

The cloud has a lot going for it, and one of the most significant advantages it has brought to the table is data storage. For businesses, this surplus of cheap and scalable cloud storage combined with the many new innovations in cloud computing has the potential to boost productivity, reduce expenses, and simplify operations. In the marketing industry, cloud computing already benefits companies of all sizes.

Improving Information Security in the Age of Remote Work

Remote work has become popular among employees. 74% of workers say they would be less inclined to leave a company if they could work from home. No commuting, better work-life balance, greater flexibility, and increased motivation attract employees to telecommuting. Although companies offer remote work, data security concerns them. Employees might use unsecured wifi networks, leave their computers and laptops unattended, or carry confidential documents to public locations.

5 Common Cybersecurity Mistakes You Can Easily Prevent

A comprehensive organizational strategy and robust company security policy are crucial for effective cybersecurity. A company needs to make a concerted effort to design, execute, and follow through with a plan to deal with cyber-risk management from top to bottom. There is no one-size-fits-all strategy for the needs of enterprises in managing cyber risk. But in order to maintain strong system security in the face of constant threats, there are some core principles that every company should follow.

Is Cybersecurity Hard? The Basics Made Easy To Understand

Being online means that we are constantly interacting with others and sharing information across borders. It also means that Google is tracking you. This virtual international travel creates countless opportunities for cybercriminals to access our personal data. If you dive into how the internet works and how to protect your privacy, you’ll start to hear the word cybersecurity a lot. But what is cybersecurity exactly? Is cybersecurity hard?