Data silos, while common, are huge sources of inefficiency in any department or organization. This problem is exacerbated in IT, where any loss of time can incur huge costs. This blog will discuss, from the perspective of NetOps and SecOps, what data silos are, why they’re bad, and what they cost.
Author: Alienor
Alienor is a technical writer at Plixer. She especially enjoys writing about the latest infosec news and creating guides and tips that readers can use to keep their information safe. When she’s not writing, Alienor spends her time cooking Japanese cuisine, watching movies, and playing Monster Hunter.
This WannaCry Phishing Email is an Empty Threat
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One of last year’s biggest threats is rearing its ugly head again in the form of a WannaCry phishing email scam. Early on June 21st, many people in the UK received an email informing them that the sender had infected their system with WannaCry. The senders threatened to encrypt all the recipient’s data if they didn’t pay a ransom of 0.1 Bitcoin ($650). The thing is, they haven’t actually infected anything at all.
Watch Out for GDPR Phishing Scams
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The EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) goes into effect starting today. Even if you don’t follow news related to data privacy, you’ve probably noticed that something’s going on. All month, organizations have been sending notifications of privacy policy updates and asking their subscribers to officially agree to continue receiving emails (including Plixer—look for that opt-in if you’re subscribed to our blog).
How to Maintain a Secure Small Business Network (Even When You Work Alone)
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Cybersecurity is never easy, but maintaining a secure small business network is arguably even harder because the IT team has much fewer staff. Even high-stakes networks, such as in hospitals or schools, are often managed by a single person. In situations like this, the biggest hurdle is time—you need to know exactly where to invest it and you have to work fast. Unfortunately, security infrastructure often can’t help you do either.
Unicode Domain Phishing Attacks: Can You Spot the Difference?
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To detect a phishing scam, we typically examine hyperlinks for odd domains or subtle character changes (like a “1” in place of an “I”). But suppose a bad link looked completely normal, or perfectly mimicked one you often visit? The traditional detection methods no longer apply. This is possible with Unicode domain phishing attacks.