Cybersecurity risk assessment and management

News, features and tips on cybersecurity risk assessment and management services. Learn more about these key MSP services, which help customers identify and address their security shortcomings.

January 19, 2021 19 Jan'21
SolarWinds supply chain attack explained: Need-to-know info

The SolarWinds supply chain breach is the talk of the town -- and will be for months and years to come. Get informed and be part of the conversation with our guide.
December 09, 2020 09 Dec'20
WatchGuard highlights critical MSP security services for 2021

MSPs in 2021 will face higher volumes of spear phishing attacks, hazardous gaps in remote work setups and a crucial need for widespread MFA adoption, WatchGuard Technologies says.
December 02, 2020 02 Dec'20
MSP cybersecurity and compliance challenges loom in 2021

With the rocky 2020 nearing its close, MSPs should expect significant shifts in the cybersecurity and compliance landscape ahead, according to NinjaRMM's CISO.
June 23, 2020 23 Jun'20
MSPs scramble to bolster security amid ransomware spike

After a flurry of devastating ransomware attacks in 2019, MSPs and vendor partners are improving security to prevent history from repeating during the pandemic.

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Endpoint security quiz: Test your knowledge

Test your knowledge of SASE, split tunneling, and device discovery tool capabilities and best practices in this endpoint security quiz for IT professionals. Continue Reading
Security awareness training best practices for MSPs

Human error is the root of many IT security catastrophes. Use these security awareness best practices to craft programs that users will actually learn from. Continue Reading
A cybersecurity self-assessment helps IT teams, partners flag risks

IT teams, partners and vendors can benefit from an internal checkup when it comes to reducing the risk of a cybersecurity breach. This approach can help document security efforts. Continue Reading

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Evaluate tools to help improve cybersecurity for MSPs

Learn what types of cybersecurity tools -- including those for email security, endpoint protection and DNS filtering -- MSPs can use to ensure safety of their clients' systems. Continue Reading
Do IT service providers need MSP cybersecurity insurance?

Today's fraught threat landscape puts MSPs and customers at risk. Purchasing liability insurance reassures subscribers while protecting providers in case of a malware incident. Continue Reading
IoT security services emerge as channel partner offering

IoT adoption is rapidly expanding the attack surface of customer organizations, creating an opportunity for channel firms to provide consulting and security services. Continue Reading

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Beware paying ransomware: How MSPs should protect companies

Dave Sobel and Joseph Brunsman discuss how paying ransomware attackers could have businesses run afoul of OFAC and what MSPs and solutions providers can do to help. Continue Reading
4 tips for proper cyber hygiene during the remote workforce era

IT services firms have a responsibility to secure their clients' remote workforces. Here are four tips for maintaining cyber hygiene in the cloud, using AWS as an example. Continue Reading
MSP business model and financial lessons learned in pandemic

MSPs are facing financial uncertainty due to the pandemic. Industry experts offer advice on managing the pandemic's impact and preparing for hard times. Continue Reading

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3 key phishing prevention strategies for MSPs

MSPs need a solid phishing prevention strategy for protecting clients against evolving threats. Learn about the key pieces of anti-phishing arsenals: tools, policies and training. Continue Reading
Application rationalization strategy opens MSP opportunities

The rapid adoption of new technologies can lead to a slew of problems. Learn why MSPs should help clients develop an application rationalization strategy to cope with these issues. Continue Reading
Partners deploy phishing countermeasures as threats evolve

The pandemic and 2020 presidential election are giving criminals plenty of phishing opportunities. Learn about phishing countermeasures that partners can take to protect customers. Continue Reading