November 27, 2023 at 05:07AM SANS offers high-quality cyber security training in three different modalities: in-person, live online, and on-demand. The courses cover a range of topics including network security, incident handling, digital forensics, security architecture, and cloud security. Prospective students can preview courses with free hour-long demos to determine their level and evaluate the … Read more
November 20, 2023 at 06:03AM The US Department of Energy is offering a $70 million funding opportunity to electric cooperative, small investor-owned, and municipal utilities to improve their cybersecurity. The funding aims to enhance the resilience of the energy grid against cyber threats. It also focuses on decreasing energy burdens and improving cybersecurity knowledge and … Read more
October 24, 2023 at 12:49PM Increased training and greater cybersecurity awareness have led to an 11% decrease in cyber threats in Kenya, according to the Kenya Computer Incident Response Team Coordination Centre (KE-CIRT/CC). Between July 2022 and June 2023, Kenya experienced over 855 million cyber threats, making it the third most targeted country in the … Read more
October 20, 2023 at 05:32PM Employees experience a physical “escape room” to enhance security awareness. They role-play as criminal social engineers and identify vulnerabilities in a mock office space. The aim is for employees to understand the importance of physical security and remember practices like keeping whiteboards clean, locking laptops, and hiding or shredding documents. … Read more
October 19, 2023 at 08:41AM Infosec experts warn that organizations that neglect internal employees’ vulnerabilities in their IT security strategy are exposing themselves to catastrophic dangers. A report by Gartner predicts that by 2025, lack of talent or human error will be responsible for more than half of significant cyber incidents. To combat this, the … Read more
October 18, 2023 at 10:07AM Creating a culture of cybersecurity requires more than just technology and skilled resources. It starts at the top, with leadership understanding and investing in cybersecurity. Demonstrating the importance of cybersecurity through communication and engagement with employees is essential. Educating employees and regularly testing their knowledge is also crucial. Ultimately, the … Read more