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Improving operational efficiency: the biggest challenge MSPs face

The growth of the managed service provider (MSP) business and its ability to increase profits depends primarily on one aspect: efficiency. However, a recent study points out that improving operational efficiency is the biggest challenge MSPs face in obtaining consistent growth and profitability. To tackle this, 66% believe that automating as many procedures as possible is a key IT operations issue for enterprises in 2023. Improvements in automation have become a top priority for MSPs.

Understanding QR Code Risks, Scams, Examples & Best Security Practices - Part 2

In Part 1: What is a QR Code? Its Usage, Vulnerability, Advantages, and Comeback Story, we outlined the usage of QR code adoption across different industries, types of QR codes available, its advantages and how QR code comeback and changed the digital landscape extensively. It’s been a while since we posted the first blog post and it’s time for an update on QR code.

CVE-2023-26258: Unauthenticated RCE Vulnerability in Arcserve Unified Data Protection

On June 27th 2023, Arcserve published an advisory for a critical unauthenticated remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability affecting Arcserve Unified Data Protection (UDP) for Windows. Arcserve UDP is a centralized backup and disaster recovery solution. By exploiting this RCE vulnerability, threat actors may be able to gain unauthorized access to sensitive data, install malware, or launch other types of attacks from infected devices.

How to Secure Your Container Registries With GitGuardian's Honeytoken

Discover how to enhance the security of your container registries using honeytokens. Learn the steps to secure Docker Registry, GitHub Container Registry, and GitLab Container Registry with honeytokens. Strengthen your DevOps pipeline and protect your valuable assets.

What is CISPA? A Guide to the Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act

The Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act (CISPA) was first introduced in 2011 by Representative Mike Rogers, the chairman of the House Select Committee on Intelligence Committee), and 111 co-sponsors. Although the House of Representatives originally passed the bill on April 25, 2012, it was later rejected by the US Senate. Since then, it has been reintroduced several times, but Congress has not passed the bill despite amendments made in good faith following criticism of some propositions.

DFARS Compliance: What You Need to Know

Businesses that work with the US Department of Defense (DoD) and collect, process, transmit, or store controlled unclassified information (CUI) must comply with Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) standards. The DoD has responded to the growing threat of cyber incidents, including cyberattacks from cybercriminals and nation-states, by prioritizing cybersecurity best practices and insisting they are implemented throughout the DoD supply chain.

Why You Should Avoid Copy and Paste Code

So many things seem like a good idea at the time. The Red Sox selling Babe Ruth to the Yankees. Decca Records rejecting The Beatles. “New” Coca-Cola. Blockbuster passing on buying Netflix. The formation of Nickelback. Just popping into Ikea for a “quick” look around. Of course, we know differently. And the same can be said about copying and pasting code.

Understanding the Zero Trust Security Model

Are you looking for ways to transform your organization’s network security for the modern era? Zero. Zero. Trust security offers a cutting-edge approach that eliminates implicit trust and requires continuous verification of users and devices. Dive into this comprehensive guide and discover how Zero Trust can revolutionize your security posture and protect your valuable resources.

Is it time for a "cyber defense" strength and conditioning program?

They say the best way to stay healthy and maintain fitness as we age is through strength, conditioning, nutrition, and exercise. In the same way, as organizational cybersecurity efforts weaken with age they need to be analyzed and strengthened. Is it time to regain your organization’s cyber security in the weight room? Is it time for a cybersecurity personal trainer of sorts?