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January 05, 2021

Egregor ransomware group explained: And how to defend against it

Egregor is one of the most rapidly growing ransomware families. It employs "double ransom" techniques to threaten reputational damage and increase pressure to pay. Read more ▶

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5 questions CISOs should ask prospective corporate lawyers

Where can you find an attorney with the knowledge and insight to help you navigate thorny privacy and security issues? These five questions will help you find the right match.

12 new state privacy and security laws explained: Is your business ready?

States from Maine to California have recently enacted privacy, data security, cybersecurity, and data breach notification laws. Let's break down what each of these laws entails and how businesses and consumers are affected.

Differential privacy: Pros and cons of enterprise use cases

Hiding sensitive data in a sea of noise might have more value than encryption in some use cases. Here are the most likely differential privacy applications and their trade-offs.

How to block malicious JavaScript files in Windows environments

Attackers frequently send malicious JavaScript files through bogus emails. It's easy to block these files from reaching a hapless user. Here's how.

12 cheap or free cybersecurity training resources

Got time on your hands during the COVID-19 crisis? Here are some great free or cheap resources to add new cybersecurity skills to your resume.

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