Cybersecurity

Cybercriminals and hackers can find ways into your systems, networks, applications and more with just a little bit of work. One window slightly cracked or a door left barely ajar is all they need. Do you know if the windows and doors to your entire IT infrastructure are shut and locked? If not, you can…

Your organization’s most critical piece of your network security strategy is a firewall. Your firewall acts as a barrier between your internal network and potential external threats. It’s vital for keeping your sensitive information safe and maintaining network integrity. Unfortunately, many organizations fall prey to these seven mistakes in firewall management. These errors could make…

Are you concerned about the potential risks to your business in the instance of a data breach? How confident are you that your business is meeting all regulatory compliance requirements and data governance standards? Do you have the productivity tools, like Microsoft 365 administration, to overcome these challenges, but don’t know how to optimize them? …

Are you ready to equip yourself with the knowledge and technical insights necessary to navigate the digital landscape easily and securely? In February, Afidence hosted a dynamic panel of industry leaders eager to share their real-world experiences and practical advice on harnessing the power of AI responsibly and securely. In case you missed it, check…

This past March, Afidence had the honor of presenting on the MITRE ATT&CK and D3FEND Frameworks at the Ohio Information Security Conference (OISC) hosted by Technology First. It was enlightening to be surrounded by other experts in cybersecurity and empower like-minded professionals with the knowledge to map D3FEND countermeasures and apply ATT&CK techniques to help…

Imagine this scenario: Your business is growing rapidly, but your IT infrastructure struggles to keep up with increasing demands. Downtime, security vulnerabilities, and budget constraints are holding you back. Sound familiar? If so, it may be time to unlock the efficiency of your hybrid environments. In this guide, we’ll explore the challenges businesses face without…

Conducting a Thorough Compliance Assessment in IT Security Compliance is important for any organization, big or small. As a business leader, it’s crucial for you to understand that it’s about more than just checking off boxes. Although checklists are involved, it’s also about cultivating an environment that values integrity, accountability and the safety and well-being…

It’s just another day in the office. You’re at your desk sending emails containing confidential information or sharing sensitive files over what you believe to be a secure internet connection. But unless you have data encryption, all that data is as safe as an unsealed letter, vulnerable to interception and prying eyes. In an age…

Effectively managing vulnerabilities is a critical component of cybersecurity. It requires continuous attention and various factors involving risk management, asset inventory, budget, time, environmental complexity and automation. The goal of a vulnerability management program is to identify, classify, remediate and maintain mitigations of all vulnerabilities throughout the environment to proactively defend against threats. Developing and…

Safeguarding sensitive information against cyber threats has become a top priority for the Department of Defense (DoD). The defense industry is a prime target for cyberattacks, including espionage, data breaches and sabotage from nation-states and various criminal entities. To tackle this challenge head-on, the DoD introduced a groundbreaking initiative known as the Cybersecurity Maturity Model…