MSPs and cybersecurity

Information and resources on MSPs and cybersecurity strategies. Get up to speed on the full spectrum of in-demand IT security services from risk assessment to regulatory compliance.

August 27, 2021 27 Aug'21
AWS MSSP competency program opens up to partners

A new AWS program will validate the skill sets and processes of MSSP partners, creating a means for security firms to competitively differentiate themselves; more IT channel news.
August 20, 2021 20 Aug'21
Cyber-risk rating firm Black Kite ups channel focus

Black Kite has unveiled its Aviator partner program for VARs, MSSPs and systems integrators; other IT channel news.
July 30, 2021 30 Jul'21
Cybersecurity consulting, MSSPs in channel spotlight

Channel companies have put a premium on cybersecurity services in 2021. The latest round of market activity features Deloitte and Epiphany Systems; other news.
July 09, 2021 09 Jul'21
Kaseya ransomware attack underlines vendor accountability

The Kaseya VSA breach may prove a major turning point for MSPs' relationships with their IT services software vendors; other IT channel news.

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federated identity management (FIM)

Federated identity management (FIM) is an arrangement between multiple enterprises or domains that enables their users to use the same identification data (digital identity) to access all their networks. Continue Reading
logic bomb

A logic bomb is a string of malicious code that is inserted intentionally into a program to harm a network when certain conditions are met. Continue Reading
stateful inspection

Stateful inspection, also known as dynamic packet filtering, is a firewall technology that monitors the state of active connections and uses this information to determine which network packets to allow through the firewall. Continue Reading

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A two-pronged password security model for channel partners

Password security is too important to ignore. To ensure end users adopt strong practices, partners must address the human and technical side of password management. Here's how. Continue Reading
AI, zero trust support remote work technologies

Artificial intelligence and zero-trust frameworks have played a critical role in helping enterprises support a surging remote workforce. Continue Reading
Channel companies face cybersecurity reckoning

A CompTIA ChannelCon panel discusses the current landscape and what it means for channel partners that must strengthen their own security while protecting their clients. Continue Reading

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MSP industry regulation and how providers can shape it

MSP industry watchers have predicted the establishment of regulations for providers. The National Society of IT Service Providers wants to ensure MSPs can guide public policy. Continue Reading
After Kaseya attack, MSPs should rethink RMM practices

The Kaseya ransomware attack in July wasn't the first security event to involve RMM tools, and it probably won't be the last. Dave Sobel asks if it's time that MSPs dump their RMMs. Continue Reading
5 password management tips for MSP customers

Clients often have weak password management practices. In addition, their users may lack proper password security tools. Here's how to help clients protect their organizations. Continue Reading

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3 basic cybersecurity measures to protect MSP businesses

Numerous MSP-targeted cyberattacks have driven home the need for improved internal security practices. Here's how MSPs can secure their operations. Continue Reading
Healthcare security services firms tackle ransomware spike

As healthcare organizations face an onslaught of ransomware attacks, channel partners can assist with security initiatives such as zero-trust architectures to prevent breaches. Continue Reading
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