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Day Three in our series "Cybersecurity Urban Legends Debunked" Myth #3: If My Data is Stored in the Cloud, It’s Automatically Safe. The cloud is often seen as a shining beacon of safety, floating far above the murky depths of cyber attacks. Many businesses believe that by moving their data to the cloud, they’re immune to digital ghouls and goblins. The Chilling Truth: The cloud may be convenient, but it’s not invulnerable to attacks. While cloud providers do offer security measures, it’s still up to the business to ensure their cloud storage is properly protected. Without data encryption, access controls, and regular security audits, your data could be floating in a haunted cloud, just waiting for a cyber ghoul to snatch it. Only about 45% of cloud data is encrypted, and only 14% of businesses say they control all the keys to their encrypted data. How to Exorcise Cloud Fears: Encrypt your data before it heads to the cloud and set up strong access controls. Regularly audit your cloud service provider’s security measures and make sure they’re up to date. The cloud can be a safe haven—but only if you’re proactive in its defense. #Cybersecurity #Global CTI

Day Two in our series "Cybersecurity Urban Legends Debunked" Myth #2: AntiVirus Software Alone is Enough to Protect Me. Think of your antivirus software as garlic for vampires—it keeps them away, right? But it may not be enough. Many businesses believe that simply installing antivirus software is all the protection they need to ward off cyber threats. The Chilling Truth: While antivirus software is a good starting point, it’s far from enough. Today’s cyber threats are far more sophisticated than what an antivirus can protect. Hackers use advanced tools to bypass antivirus systems, and many attacks involve phishing, ransomware, or social engineering—none of which antivirus software can fully protect against. More than half of Americans rely on their devices’ built-in antivirus protection (or use none at all), but around 121 million adults still turn to third-party antivirus software. (Security.org) To be truly protected, businesses need a layered defense that includes firewalls, encryption, multi-factor authentication, and employee training. How to Fortify Your Defenses: Treat your cybersecurity like fortifying a haunted house—use multiple layers of protection. In addition to antivirus software, consider endpoint protection, regular system updates, and continuous monitoring of your network to keep cyber ghouls at bay. cyber ghouls. #Cybersecurity #Global CTI https://bit.ly/3BJCFhH

Day One in our series "Cybersecurity Urban Legends Debunked" Myth #1: My Business is too Small to be Targeted by Cybercriminals. It’s a comforting belief: “Why would cybercriminals target my small business? I’m flying under the radar.” Many SMBs think they’re immune to attacks simply because they’re not massive corporations. The Chilling Truth: Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are actually prime targets for cybercriminals. These digital ghouls know that smaller organizations often have weaker defenses, making them easier to infiltrate. In fact, over 43% of cyber attacks are directed at small businesses, (OSIbeyond) leaving financial devastation and compromised data in their wake. Hackers may not be after your business’s size but your vulnerabilities. How to Keep the Ghouls at Bay: Invest in solid cybersecurity measures, such as firewalls, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and employee training. Even small businesses can build strong defenses on a budget that makes them less attractive targets for these cyber ghouls. #Cybersecurity #Global CTI

Halloween is just around the corner but there are still mysteries to solve when it comes to Cybersecurity. Follow us over the next week as #Global CTI busts the Top Five Cybersecurity Urban Legends! It’s time to separate fact from fiction and ensure you’re equipped to fend off the lurking cyber monsters. https://bit.ly/4eYOFtO #Radiant #Cybersecurity

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Lock your virtual doors and hide your digital children; the five most terrifying cybersecurity threats might be stalking your business as we speak!

The transformative advantages of navigating cloud integration challenges for businesses are many, but there are certainly challenges if your organization has little to no experience or severe time restraints to ensure a smooth transition. It's possible to avoid that storm if your team secures help! #Cloud #GlobalCTI https://bit.ly/483Zqcd

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