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What Is Cloud Security?

Cloud Security encompasses policies, controls and technologies that work together to protect cloud-based systems, data and infrastructure. It’s a shared responsibility between the cloud service provider and customer with each assuming different responsibilities based on the type of cloud services and deployment models being used. Preventive security controls securing data

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Ransomware – An Escalating Threat to Small and Midsize Businesses

Ransomware has become a favorite tool for cyber criminals, and victims of these attacks often find themselves pressed for time as they make decisions about whether to pay the demanded sum to regain access to their computers. Small and midsize businesses, in particular, are frequently targeted because they do not

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How Cybercrime Affects Economic Security and National Well-Being

Cybercrime involves criminals and nation-states targeting systems and infrastructure to steal data or disrupt critical services. This includes attacks on businesses, banks, universities and government agencies. It also involves the use of malicious software, like ransomware, to extort money from businesses and individuals. In 2017 alone, the WannaCry attack cost

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