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7 Trends I Spotted When Reviewing 2020 and the Cybersecurity Skills Gap

Jane Frankland

It’s been a challenging year with the global Covid-19 pandemic bringing both good and bad outcomes in business. By presenting a good case for pursuing a career in cybersecurity, the good news is, interest is up. But this isn’t all. There are many cybersecurity companies that partner with CyberFirst, like Cygenta.

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Top 5 Cyber Predictions for 2024: A CISO Perspective

Security Boulevard

Amidst the ever-evolving realm of enterprise security, a new year unfolds, introducing a dynamic array of emerging threats. This past year set a profound stage, from the advent of stringent cyber regulations to the convergence of generative AI, social engineering, and ransomware. million and an average payment exceeding $100,000.

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Biden Administration Signs K-12 Cybersecurity Act: Will it Make a Difference?

SecureWorld News

And schools clearly need help with mitigating cyber risk. According to the incident map by The K-12 Cybersecurity Resource Center , 1,180 cyber incidents have been reported since 2016. Schools have taken a big hit due to cyberattacks. The list continues to grow, especially with the rise of cyberattacks like ransomware.

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Where do the 2020 Candidates Stand on Cybersecurity Awareness?

SiteLock

Since this catalytic event, political leaders have grappled with cybersecurity awareness on a global stage — and not all have done so gracefully. One example: too many are in the dark about website encryption — 61% of world politicians’ websites aren’t HTTPS-secured. The ugly news about Russian interference in the U.S.