Stuart Pillans’ Post

Cyberattacks on small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are growing – limited resources leave SMEs at an increasingly higher risk of being targeted. Our latest blog, “SMEs Under Attack: Leveraging a MSSP for Resilience,” by Tyler Owen, Sr. Director of Product Management for Managed Security Services addresses the pain points SMEs experience and provides best practices for mitigating risks. Tyler’s recommendations include, “by embracing Managed Security Services, SMEs can mitigate cybersecurity risks and safeguard their businesses against cyber threats.” Learn more about how to ensure your business isn’t the next target – read the blog now, link in the comments below. #Cybersecurity #MSS #SMEs #SmallBusiness #artificialintelligence #SmallBusinessOwner

As the digital landscape evolves, so do the threats that target your business. VikingCloud’s latest proprietary research in the 2024 Cyber Threat Landscape Report can help your organization stay ahead of threats and stay secure. Join Chief Product Officer, Kevin Pierce and Chief Marketing Officer, David Trachtenberg as they provide an in-depth overview of our report's key findings and trends. Register now to secure your spot and receive a complimentary copy of our 2024 Cyber Threat Landscape Report. Link in the comments below! #CyberSecurity #Webinar #CyberThreats #2024Insights #CyberDefense #Infosec #CyberAwareness

The biggest security concern is the same as it has always been—people. Hackers leverage social engineering to trick users into giving out credentials or clicking on links. “Sometimes computers make mistakes, but it’s predominantly people who make mistakes,” says Tyler Owen, VikingCloud’s Senior Director of Product Management for Managed Security Services. Could your business be part of the next statistic? In our latest white paper, “A 7-Step Risk Assessment Framework for Cybersecurity Professionals,” Tyler shares the recommended steps to perform a cyber risk assessment and analysis to identify your organization’s vulnerabilities and threats and how to mitigate them. Don’t wait for your organization to be the next statistic. Find out how to protect your valuable data and systems from attack – read the white paper now by clicking the link in the comments. #CyberSecurity #InformationSecurity #CyberRisk #SocialEngineering #DataProtection #SecurityAwareness #CyberThreats #DataSecurity #CyberAttack

Why do so many business owners choose to hire Managed Security Services Providers (MSSPs) for help with their cybersecurity? The answer: 🕵️ Ever present risk of hacking 💥 Evolving cyber threats In the modern world, it can be difficult to juggle all your business needs, and often, cybersecurity can get left behind. That’s why MSSPs can be crucial to protecting your business by: 👉 Detecting vulnerabilities 👉 Blocking network intruders 👉 Responding quickly to security incidents To put it clearly, an MSSP is an organization’s first line of defense against cybercriminals. Read our latest blog to discover the biggest benefits of outsourcing your cybersecurity to MSSPs as well as how they can protect your data and reputation for the years ahead. Link in the comments below! #CyberSecurity #MSSP #DataProtection #BusinessSecurity #CyberThreats #CyberDefense #Infosec #SmallBusinessSecurity

📢 An urgent call has gone out to medical students to help London hospitals recover from a major cyberattack. This call follows a critical incident declared on June 4th, after a ransomware attack targeted the services provided by pathology firm Synnovis. Leaked emails confirmed that "the disruption would last for a number of weeks and that the regional NHS England team was coordinating a response". Read more on this situation in the BBC article by Sharon Barbour: https://bbc.in/4epfKHp. #Cybersecurity #CyberCrime #CyberDefense #CyberNews #Ransomware

📢 Join VikingCloud's Michael Aminzade and Source Defense's Stephen Ward on Thursday, July 25th for an in-depth discussion on PCI DSS v4.0 req. 6.4.3 and 11.6.1. Register now to: 👉 Learn valuable insights on the threat of eSkimming 👉 Gain Expert guidance on the scope of PCI DSS v4.0 req. 6.4.3 and 11.6.1 👉 Discover pitfalls to avoid in certain approaches 👉 Watch the 'set it and forget it' Source Defense Platform in action 👉 Get thoughts on a Behavioral Based Approach to eSkimming Security Register now and take control of your PCI DSS compliance: https://bit.ly/3LbMSF5. #Webinar #PCIDSS #eSkimming #Compliance #Security

Lack of time, money, and dedicated security professionals are putting small and medium enterprises (SMEs) at a higher risk than ever before. Find out what you can do to protect your business in our latest blog, “SMEs Under Attack: Leveraging a MSSP for Resilience,” by Tyler Owen, Sr. Director of Product Management for Managed Security Services. Tyler’s advice includes, “Managed Security Services Partners (MSSPs) offer tailored solutions that address the specific cybersecurity challenges faced by SMEs, including threat detection, incident response, and compliance management.” Find out how to improve cybersecurity measures to protect your business – read the blog now by clicking the link in the comments. #Cybersecurity #MSS #SMEs #SmallBusiness #artificialintelligence #SmallBusinessOwner

In the latest episode of VikingCloud's CyberIntel, Brian Odian touches on the history of scams, and how we can continue to stay vigilant in the age of AI and deepfake technology. #Cybersecurity #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #DeepfakeTechnology

Is your organization equipped to handle the increasing cyber threats in 2024❓ Join VikingCloud's exclusive webinar where CPO, Kevin Pierce and CMO, David Trachtenberg will present our 2024 Cyber Threat Landscape Report. Don't Miss These Insights: 🔍 Unveil the latest cybersecurity challenges impacting businesses. 📈 Discover the rise in attack frequency and severity over the past 12 months. 📊 Stay ahead of the curve with insights into market trends. 🛡️ Learn about the evolving threat landscape and how to protect your organization. Be prepared. Register today using the link in the comments! #CyberSecurity #Webinar #CyberThreats #2024Insights #CyberDefense #Infosec #CyberAwareness