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Mandiant Warns of Sharp Rise in Zero-Day Exploits In 2023, 70% of exploited vulnerabilities were zero-day flaws, meaning threat actors took advantage of these bugs before vendors could issue patches, according to Google Mandiant analysts. The total number of affected vendors reached a record high of 56, highlighting the increased frequency and sophistication of attacks. Another key finding: the time taken to exploit newly discovered flaws (TTE) has dropped to just 5 days, making swift action critical for businesses. As threat landscapes evolve, strategies like network segmentation and real-time detection are essential to minimize risk. https://ow.ly/XzsR50TNEm4 📢 Protect your business. Visit Secure Halo to learn more about safeguarding your critical assets. #SecureHalo #RiskDoneRight #SecuringTheEnterprise #MCP #ZeroDay #ThreatIntelligence #VulnerabilityManagement #DataProtection #SecurityAlert #CyberDefense #RiskManagement #Infosec

🚨 New DFS Guidance on Cybersecurity Risks from AI As artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes the cyber landscape, the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) has issued guidance for regulated entities to address AI-related risks. The document highlights threats like AI-enabled social engineering, amplified cyberattacks, and vulnerabilities in third-party supply chains. To combat these risks, DFS advises organizations to enhance access controls, train personnel on AI threats, and regularly update risk assessments. AI brings benefits to cybersecurity, but new threats demand evolving countermeasures. https://ow.ly/ZxNH50TMOS9 📢 Stay ahead of AI risks! Visit Secure Halo’s website to learn what risk assessments we have to offer! #SecureHalo #RiskDoneRight #SecuringTheEnterprise #MCP #AIAttacks #DFSGuidance #ThirdPartyRisk #NYDFS #Cybersecurity

Beware of New AI-Driven Gmail Scams! A recent wave of highly sophisticated phishing scams is targeting Gmail users with realistic AI-generated calls, even fooling experienced tech professionals. Scammers are mimicking Google support, using tactics like fake account recovery dialogs and fraudulent phone calls. These attacks attempt to steal credentials and bypass security measures like two-factor authentication. Google is fighting back with a new anti-scam initiative, the Global Signal Exchange, and encourages users to enroll in its Advanced Protection Program for enhanced account security. https://ow.ly/ZThF50TM0Ih 💡 Stay vigilant! Google will never contact you directly by phone for support. Always verify suspicious activity before taking action. 🔒 Protect your digital life with Secure Halo’s cybersecurity services. Visit Secure Halo for more details! #SecureHalo #RiskDoneRight #MCP #SecuringTheEnterprise #PhishingScams #Gmail #Google #AIThreats #ProtectYourAccount #ScamAlert

Beware of New AI-Driven Gmail Scams! A recent wave of highly sophisticated phishing scams is targeting Gmail users with realistic AI-generated calls, even fooling experienced tech professionals. Scammers are mimicking Google support, using tactics like fake account recovery dialogs and fraudulent phone calls. These attacks attempt to steal credentials and bypass security measures like two-factor authentication. Google is fighting back with a new anti-scam initiative, the Global Signal Exchange, and encourages users to enroll in its Advanced Protection Program for enhanced account security. https://ow.ly/ZThF50TM0Ih 💡 Stay vigilant! Google will never contact you directly by phone for support. Always verify suspicious activity before taking action. 🔒 Protect your digital life with Secure Halo’s cybersecurity services. Visit Secure Halo for more details! #SecureHalo #RiskDoneRight #MCP #SecuringTheEnterprise #PhishingScams #Gmail #Google #AIThreats #ProtectYourAccount #ScamAlert

🌍 Today is World Mental Health Day! At Secure Halo, we prioritize not only the security of our clients, but also the well-being of our team. We believe that when our team thrives personally and professionally, we're able to deliver the best solutions for our clients. Mental health matters, and fostering a supportive work environment is key to our success. #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthMatters #Cybersecurity #TeamWellbeing #SecureHalo #MCP Visit Secure Halo to learn more about how we protect what matters most.

The Dangers of Ignoring Cybersecurity Fundamentals In July 2024, a faulty update from CrowdStrike led to a massive global outage affecting 8 million Windows devices. Hospitals couldn’t access patient records, airlines faced cancellations, and even emergency services in the U.S. were disrupted. The root cause? A bug in the content validator and a failure to follow essential update management processes. Organizations that relied on automatic updates without testing paid the price. Experts now stress the need for robust third-party risk management, better business continuity planning, and proper compartmentalization of systems to avoid single points of failure. https://ow.ly/7NHK50TILJn Are you following cybersecurity best practices? Secure Halo can help assess your organization’s vulnerabilities and strengthen your defenses. Visit our website for more information on protecting your critical systems. #Cybersecurity #RiskManagement #BusinessContinuity #SecureHalo #RiskDoneRight #SecuringTheEnterprise #MCP #RiskMitigation

🚨 Healthcare Cybersecurity Crisis: Impact on Patient Safety 🚨 According to the 2024 Ponemon Institute report, nearly 7 in 10 healthcare organizations faced disruption to patient care due to cyber attacks, with an average cost of $1.47M. Attacks such as cloud compromises, ransomware, and business email compromises are driving delays in medical procedures, complications, and even increased patient mortality rates. Supply chain attacks were found to be especially damaging, affecting over two-thirds of healthcare organizations. The report highlights the urgent need for stronger cybersecurity measures, especially in combating human-targeted attacks, as they directly impact patient safety and well-being. With AI and machine learning playing a growing role in healthcare, adopting these technologies can help enhance cybersecurity posture. https://ow.ly/Wq3F50TGOE9 Ensure your organization is protected. Visit Secure Halo to learn how our tailored cybersecurity solutions can safeguard your operations and patient safety! #Cybersecurity #Healthcare #PatientSafety #DataProtection #SecureHalo #RiskDoneRight #SecuringTheEnterprise #MCP #ProofPoint #PonemonReport

Cyber Espionage Alert: Major U.S. Telecoms Compromised A Chinese hacker group known as "Salt Typhoon" has infiltrated the networks of at least three major U.S. telecom providers—Verizon, AT&T, and Lumen Technologies—in a significant cybersecurity breach. The hackers targeted sensitive data, including lawful wiretap requests, raising concerns about exposure of critical U.S. intelligence. Investigations by the FBI, U.S. intelligence agencies, and DHS are ongoing, with China denying the allegations. https://ow.ly/WuHq50TFUbm This breach underscores the growing cybersecurity threats facing our critical infrastructure. Is your organization ready to defend against sophisticated cyber threats? Contact Secure Halo for a comprehensive cybersecurity assessment today! #CybersecurityBreach #Telecom #DataBreach #ChinaCyberThreat #SecureHalo #RiskDoneRight #SecuringTheEnterprise #MCP #Cybersecurity #CyberThreat #NetworkSecurity

🚨 Healthcare Industry Cybersecurity Gaps Highlight Need for Stronger Defense Measures 🚨 Recent studies reveal alarming cybersecurity gaps across healthcare organizations: more than half lack a dedicated post-breach response team, and 44% don’t use multifactor authentication. State CISOs also report increasing AI-enabled threats and uncertain readiness to handle them. Despite these vulnerabilities, many healthcare organizations believe they have adequate cybersecurity controls, leaving critical risks unaddressed. The takeaway? Now more than ever, healthcare needs comprehensive and proactive cybersecurity strategies. https://ow.ly/SpP450TEjnR Secure Halo can help healthcare organizations bridge these gaps with customized security solutions that address endpoint detection, incident response, and more. Let's make your defenses future-ready. 🔒 Visit Secure Halo to learn how we can protect your organization. #HealthcareCybersecurity #DataBreachPrevention #IncidentResponse #SecureHalo #RiskDoneRight #SecuringTheEnterprise #MCP #HealthcareITSecurity #CISO #CyberThreats

Third-Party Risk: The Hidden Threat Lurking in Your Supply Chain In today’s interconnected digital landscape, organizations rely on numerous third-party vendors for a variety of critical services. However, this reliance brings about significant risks. As reported recently by the National Association of State Chief Information Officers (NASCIO) https://ow.ly/BP0450TBh14, third-party breaches are now a top concern for CISOs across industries. The growing threat from these external vendors is something that cannot be ignored, especially when we consider the ripple effects such breaches can have on an organization’s security posture. At Secure Halo, we understand these complexities and offer tailored third-party risk management (TPRM) services to safeguard organizations from the risks associated with their vendor relationships. As an industry leader, we’ve worked with Fortune 100 companies and major insurance carriers, who have echoed our concerns: third-party risks are now a primary cause of multiple breaches across multiple industries. This issue is particularly pressing in industries that deal with sensitive data, such as financial services, healthcare, and even government sectors. By taking a proactive approach to vendor management, companies can not only prevent breaches but also strengthen their overall security posture. If you’re ready to take control of your third-party risk, Secure Halo is here to help. For more information about our third-party risk management services, visit www.securehalo.com. #ThirdPartyRisk #Cybersecurity #RiskManagement #DataSecurity #SupplyChainRisk #VendorRiskManagement #TPRM #ISO27001 #SOC2 #SecureHalo #RiskDoneRight #SecuringTheEnterprise #MCP