November 21, 2024 at 08:19AM Public relations experts play a crucial role during cybersecurity incidents by safeguarding a company’s reputation. They build trust beforehand, ensure transparent communication, utilize social media effectively, collaborate with cybersecurity teams for accurate messaging, and focus on long-term trust rebuilding through education and advocacy after an attack. ### Key Takeaways from … Read more
August 26, 2024 at 09:12AM The American Radio Relay League (ARRL) recently disclosed paying a $1 million ransom after a ransomware attack in May 2024. The attack disrupted internal systems, leading to encrypted devices. ARRL stated that the attackers compromised on-site and cloud-based systems prior to the attack. The association has taken measures for system … Read more
May 30, 2024 at 11:52AM Everbridge, a crisis management software company, revealed a breach where attackers accessed business and user data. The breach used employee-targeted phishing and affects customer data. Everbridge is working with experts to evaluate the impact and is implementing multi-factor authentication for all accounts by June 3, following the advice to guard … Read more
February 29, 2024 at 04:46PM Troutman Pepper has established the Incidents + Investigations Team to address the increasing demand for legal services related to data breaches and cybersecurity incidents. The team provides 24/7 support and expertise in regulated industries, emphasizing effective communication and comprehensive assistance through all stages of incident response. The firm offers a … Read more
December 20, 2023 at 08:05PM Organizations facing security incidents should prioritize clear and strategic communication. Ashley Sawatsky, a Senior Incident Response Advocate at Rootly, uses her expertise to offer essential tips. These include involving legal counsel, being proactive in notifying affected parties, providing regular updates, avoiding speculation, using cautious language, and preparing customer-facing teams. Ashley’s … Read more