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What is Phishing? Phishing is defined as a form of social engineering that use email or malicious websites to solicit personal information by posing as a trustworthy organization. When users respond with the requested information, attackers can use it to gain access to the accounts. Phishing is often in the...
Information Security Complacency My career has taken me through a winding road of many areas including finance, manufacturing, education, and, today, information security. My career has included 24 years in the manufacturing world, where I managed many risks including employee theft (check kiting and manipulation) and mail fraud (vendor checks...
Data Security Our workplaces have become more mobile than ever before, largely due to advancements in technology being used by businesses for communication and collaboration. The circumstances related to the COVID-19 pandemic have expedited this movement by forcing most businesses and organizations out of their offices and into remote work...
Stopping Ransomware In today’s world of everchanging technology, the fastest growing method of cyber-attacks is Ransomware. “Ransomware is a form of malware designed to encrypt files on a device, rendering any files and the systems that rely on them unusable, and malicious actors then demand ransom in exchange for decryption.”...
This blog was written and produced by Nick Cozzolino, CISSP, Director of Information Security at The Bonadio Group. FoxPointe Solutions is The Bonadio Group’s dedicated cybersecurity division. Looking to get in touch with Nick? Reach out today: Nick Cozzolino ncozzolino@bonadio.com. “Data is the new oil.” We have heard that frequently...
HITRUST Is your organization involved in HITRUST or looking to take that path in the near future? If so, there are some important changes to be aware of that may change your timeline and approach. Throughout each year, HITRUST releases Advisories as needed, in one of two categories: Assurance Change...
This blog was written and produced by Courtney Nist, Senior Security Consultant CHQP, CCSFP, at FoxPointe Solutions. Looking to get in touch with Courtney? Reach out today: Courtney Nist cnist@foxpointesolutions.com. SOC 2 + HITRUST CSF Report Based on the Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report of 2021, healthcare and outsourced service...
What is a SOC 1 Report A SOC 1 report, also known as the Statement on Standards for Attestation Engagements (SSAE) 18, focuses on a service organization’s controls that are likely to be relevant to an audit of a user entity’s (customer’s) financial statements. SOC 1 reports cover a service...
Cybersecurity Regulations Since the regulation came into effect in March 2019, the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) continues to strengthen the way that it enforces the Cybersecurity Regulation 23 NYCRR Part 500. With 23 distinct sections of the regulation, DFS requires a comprehensive cybersecurity program for “Covered...
As you were enjoying a cup of coffee the morning of December 18, 2020, you might have been arranging your Holiday plans or ordering a last-minute gift for a loved one. Or, perhaps, you’re part of the banking industry, and as part of your morning routine, you peruse various news...
