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As our world becomes increasingly interconnected, the digital landscape is growing at an exponential rate. This has created a pressing need for robust cybersecurity solutions to protect our sensitive information from malicious attacks. From the protection of personal data to safeguarding critical business assets, cybersecurity stands as the barricade preserving the integrity and confidentiality of information. As threats evolve and become increasingly sophisticated, the necessity for a comprehensive defence strategy encompassing 360-degree protection and risk management emerges as paramount. In this blog, we will explore diverse cybersecurity solutions, weaving in the crucial elements of holistic protection and risk mitigation.

Over the weekend, Giant Tiger disclosed their discovery of a breach involving a third-party vendor responsible for handling their customer communication. The contact details of some Giant Tiger customers were affected by this breach, however, no payment information or passwords were exposed.

Organizations face an ever-increasing risk of cyber attacks on their critical infrastructure. These attacks not only disrupt operations but can also result in significant financial losses and damage to reputation. With this growing threat landscape, having a robust incident response plan in place is no longer an option: it's a necessity.

The Town of Huntsville announced on March 11, 2024, that they had suffered a cyber breach. While municipal offices are open, they have requested that the public call ahead to confirm whether their request can be serviced.

As our world becomes more interconnected, cyber threats continue to evolve, posing a formidable challenge to businesses. Understanding the dynamics of this landscape is crucial for implementing effective cybersecurity measures to mitigate risks and protect against various threats. This blog will delve into the current cyber threat landscape, shedding light on the diverse cyber threats to businesses, including malware, ransomware, phishing attacks, and zero-day exploits.

With all that is going on in the world today, state-sponsored terrorist cyber attacks are on the rise. Their main target is critical Infrastructure.

In today's technologically advanced world, the rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) is reshaping various sectors, including cybersecurity. As cyber threats become more sophisticated, organizations are using AI and ML to strengthen their cyber defence mechanisms and protect valuable digital assets.

Businesses, large and small, are under the constant threat of cyber attacks. The number of cyber attacks per day is estimated at over 2,200, which is almost one every 39 seconds.  In today's business environment, external cybersecurity risks are among the most immediate and financially impactful. The increasing digitization of organizations creates a greater risk of external cybersecurity threats such as phishing attacks, data leaks, and account takeovers. Listed below are 5 ways you can minimize this risk and build an effective cybersecurity plan. 

If you don’t believe ransomware can create chaos in your business, ask a Sobeys employee. Since suffering a ransomware attack earlier in November, Empire Co., the parent company of Sobeys and other grocery stores, has had issues with the supply chain, payments systems, and payroll, just to name a few.

Ransomware is malicious software designed to make your data inaccessible by encrypting files on your computers and network. The cybercriminal that sent the ransomware will then ask you for a substantial ransom to unencrypt your files.