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The OpenAI Hack Explained: Cybersecurity Lessons for Leaders

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The conversation around about the “OpenAI hack” sounds like cybercriminals breached OpenAI. That is not what happened. During a controlled cybersecurity evaluation in July 2026, OpenAI models crossed the boundaries of their test environment, gained internet access, and compromised Hugging Face infrastructure while pursuing answers to a benchmark. This incident matters because it shows that […]

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Privileged Access Management for Growing Businesses

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Privileged access management is no longer a cybersecurity strategy reserved for large enterprises. As cyberattacks continue to increase in frequency and sophistication, growing businesses are discovering that controlling administrative access is one of the most effective ways to reduce risk. Some organizations may have strong endpoint protection or email security controls in place, but they

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How Credit Union Cyberattacks Are Evolving in 2026

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Cybercriminals today aren’t attempting to breach systems through sophisticated cyberattacks. Instead, they are relying on exploiting legitimate workflows. We’re seeing this especially in the financial sector with a rise in the number of credit union cyberattacks. Hackers are increasingly focusing on credit unions because they see them as easier organizations to exploit due to perceived

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Malicious Browser Extensions: The Risks of Fake Add-Ons

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Browser extensions in enterprise environments are used by 99% of all employees, with half having at least 10 installed. While these extensions can be used to improve efficiency, there is a growing number of malicious browser extensions that can pose a malware risk for users. These fake browser extensions may look normal, but in reality,

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What Cybersecurity Services Are Best for a Business?

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Cybersecurity is one of the biggest risks facing businesses today, yet many organizations still approach it the wrong way. According to Cyberdefense, half of IT directors at global enterprises predict cybercrime will exceed $15 trillion in costs by 2020. This may indicate why we’re seeing a trend of organizations outsourcing IT and cybersecurity services. Companies

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Physical Mail Phishing: How Mail Scams Target Businesses

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Physical mail phishing is a newer form of social engineering that goes beyond traditional email and text message phishing. Companies send physical letters every day, and now cybercriminals are too. Using QR code phishing and other tactics, you could be the victim of a cyberattack by simply checking your mailbox. In this blog, we’ll dive

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What Is a Managed Service Provider (MSP) and How It Works

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One cyberattack occurs every 39 seconds, and 90% of all cyber incidents are the result of human error. The cost of a single in-house IT professional can range from $60,000 to $150,000, not including tools and other required resources. An in-house IT team can be extremely costly for most businesses. This is why we are

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What is Malware? How to Spot and Prevent Malicious Software

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Malware is one of the most common and dangerous IT and cybersecurity threats facing individuals and businesses today. Ransomware, a type of malware, was predicted to cost organizations $57 billion worldwide in damages throughout 2025. In this blog, we’ll explain what malware is, highlight key malicious software infection signs, and share tips for malware prevention

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Holiday & Year-End Cybersecurity Checklist: 6 Security Tips

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Cyberattacks on businesses increase around 30% during holidays and continue to stay elevated through year-end and into the new year. This is due to multiple factors such as businesses slowing down, fewer staff on hand, and more distracted workers. So, in today’s blog, we’re sharing a practical holiday and year-end cybersecurity checklist businesses can use

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What Ransomware Looks Like and How the Attack Works 

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Most people hear about ransomware, but very few know what it actually looks like or how it works. A ransomware attack is no joke. These attacks are able to encrypt data and shut down systems until a ransom is paid, and sometimes hackers still destroy the data anyways. For businesses, this is a real threat

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