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Cybersecurity 101 (5)

CISO Update: What We Know About the Log4j Vulnerability

On December 10, 2021, Apache published details of the CVE-2021-44228 vulnerability in the Log4j utility. Here's what we know so far, and our suggestions.

Tech Companies: Beyond Cyber Risk, the Cost of Downstream Impact

After a breach, tech companies face potential legal action from customers. How do we determine the risk factors for litigation, and what are our findings?

A Guide to HTTP Security Headers

HTTP Security Headers establish rules for browsers connecting to a web page. Learn about best practices for more secure browsing in this short cyber blog.

Cyber Risk, IT Tools & Ransomware Trends: Pre-Pandemic to 2021

In the wake of remote work and the rise of ransomware, how did the use of security tools, management, and preparedness vary across sectors?

The 3 Keys to a Successful Cyber Incident Response Strategy

An effective cyber incident response strategy requires a well-executed plan before and after an incident. Here are the 3 key steps to success.

Graph Your Dependencies: Facebook Outage Proves 'Simple' Doesn’t Work

A faulty configuration change impacted 3.5 billion people. What can we learn about the systemic risks that occur due to reliance on third party providers?

The ABCs of 3-2-1 Backup Plans

We know ransomware is a major concern, and threat actors target backups to encrypt or delete them. Now what is a 3-2-1 backup plan, and how does it help?

Prioritize Patching with Risk-Based Vulnerability Management

What is a Risk-Based Vulnerability Management Approach, and how can it help your organization? Our CISO Jason Rebholz covers the topic in this blog.

5 High-Impact Cybersecurity Practices for Tech Companies

The threat of ransomware is persisting, and tech companies have unique risks. Here are five high-impact security practices to protect your organization.

Cyber Attack Analysis: The Latest on Kaseya and PrintNightmare

After a particularly busy week in the world of threat response, Corvus continues to monitor the Kaseya VSA situation and the PrintNightmare vulnerability.