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[ Categories ](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories "Categories") [ Tags ](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags "Tags") [ Categories: All Categories ](https://datalyst.net/javascript:void(0); "Categories") Search...Suggested keywords [ x ](https://datalyst.net/javascript:void(0);) [ ![Security](https://datalyst.net/media/com_easyblog/images/avatars/category.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) ## [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ](https://datalyst.net/javascript:void(0);) [ ](https://datalyst.net/javascript:void(0);) [ ](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security?format=feed&type=rss) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Make Sure Your Staff Understands the Importance of Their Role in Your Organization’s Cybersecurity](https://datalyst.net/blog/make-sure-your-staff-understands-the-importance-of-their-role-in-your-organization-s-cybersecurity) Friday, 28 May 2021 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![Make Sure Your Staff Understands the Importance of Their Role in Your Organization’s Cybersecurity](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/May_2021/5-28-21/b2ap3_large_431404452_cybersecurity_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/make-sure-your-staff-understands-the-importance-of-their-role-in-your-organization-s-cybersecurity "Make Sure Your Staff Understands the Importance of Their Role in Your Organization’s Cybersecurity") Today, employees have to be a major part of every business’ cybersecurity attempts. The reasoning is simple: attacks are more likely to come in the form of end user correspondence than on a direct assault of the network. As a result, it is important that cybersecurity is more than just another line item on a task list, it has to be built into the culture. Let’s discuss a few ways to get your employees to care about cybersecurity. Tags: [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/best-practices) [Employees](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/employees) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/make-sure-your-staff-understands-the-importance-of-their-role-in-your-organization-s-cybersecurity#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/make-sure-your-staff-understands-the-importance-of-their-role-in-your-organization-s-cybersecurity) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Password Best Practices from the National Institute of Standards and Technology](https://datalyst.net/blog/password-best-practices-from-the-national-institute-of-standards-and-technology) Friday, 21 May 2021 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![Password Best Practices from the National Institute of Standards and Technology](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/May_2021/5-21-21/b2ap3_large_165017799_password_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/password-best-practices-from-the-national-institute-of-standards-and-technology "Password Best Practices from the National Institute of Standards and Technology") Passwords are probably the most important part of keeping accounts secure. That’s why it is so important to follow industry best practices when creating them. Today, we’ll take a look at the standards outlined by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in creating the best and most secure passwords. Tags: [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Password](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/password) [Authentication](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/authentication) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/password-best-practices-from-the-national-institute-of-standards-and-technology#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/password-best-practices-from-the-national-institute-of-standards-and-technology) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Hackers Spark Major Gas Crisis Throughout the Southern U.S.](https://datalyst.net/blog/hackers-spark-major-gas-crisis-throughout-the-southern-u-s) Wednesday, 19 May 2021 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![Hackers Spark Major Gas Crisis Throughout the Southern U.S.](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/May_2021/5-19-21/b2ap3_large_228719772_hacker_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/hackers-spark-major-gas-crisis-throughout-the-southern-u-s "Hackers Spark Major Gas Crisis Throughout the Southern U.S.") You’ve probably heard by now, a Russia-based hacking collective by the name of DarkSide targeted Colonial Pipeline, a company that supplies nearly 45 percent of the fuel used along the Eastern Seaboard of the United States, with a ransomware attack. Not only does this hack have an effect on fuel prices and availability, it highlights just how vulnerable much of the nation’s energy infrastructure is. Let’s discuss the details of the hack and the raging discussion about cybersecurity that’s happening as a result. Tags: [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Current Events](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/current-events) [Hackers](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/hackers) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/hackers-spark-major-gas-crisis-throughout-the-southern-u-s#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/hackers-spark-major-gas-crisis-throughout-the-southern-u-s) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [A Company’s Boss Needs to Take the Lead on Cybersecurity](https://datalyst.net/blog/a-company-s-boss-needs-to-take-the-lead-on-cybersecurity) Monday, 17 May 2021 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![A Company’s Boss Needs to Take the Lead on Cybersecurity](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/May_2021/5-17-21/b2ap3_large_272695862_cybersecurity_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/a-company-s-boss-needs-to-take-the-lead-on-cybersecurity "A Company’s Boss Needs to Take the Lead on Cybersecurity") Cybersecurity is critically important to businesses of all sizes, which means that all businesses need to put forth a concerted effort to ensure their security is locked down. This, in turn, will require someone to take point on developing a cybersecurity-focused internal culture. Who better to do this than the boss? Tags: [Small Business](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/small-business) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/best-practices) [Network Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/network-security) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/a-company-s-boss-needs-to-take-the-lead-on-cybersecurity#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/a-company-s-boss-needs-to-take-the-lead-on-cybersecurity) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Patch Management and How It Can Save Your Business](https://datalyst.net/blog/patch-management-and-how-it-can-save-your-business) Friday, 07 May 2021 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![Patch Management and How It Can Save Your Business](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/May_2021/5-7-21/b2ap3_large_391191322_managed_service_patches_updates_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/patch-management-and-how-it-can-save-your-business "Patch Management and How It Can Save Your Business") Software runs our lives. It certainly runs your business. What if I told you that this essential cog in your business’ operations can also be the thing that is most susceptible to being exposed by outside attackers? It’s true, software can be the very door that hackers and scammers need to get into your network and run amok. Let’s take a look at the unsung service that is patch management and why it is so important. Tags: [Technology](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/technology) [Software](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/software) [Patch Management](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/patch-management) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/patch-management-and-how-it-can-save-your-business#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/patch-management-and-how-it-can-save-your-business) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Companies Need to Keep Their Vendors’ Security In Mind](https://datalyst.net/blog/companies-need-to-keep-their-vendors-security-in-mind) Monday, 03 May 2021 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![Companies Need to Keep Their Vendors’ Security In Mind](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/May_2021/5-3-21/b2ap3_large_263397449_vendor_security_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/companies-need-to-keep-their-vendors-security-in-mind "Companies Need to Keep Their Vendors’ Security In Mind") Data breaches have a tendency to destabilize relationships. With so many data-related problems befalling businesses nowadays, it is important that each side of every data-driven relationship understands their role in the protection of other organizations’ data. Today, we’ll take a look at the issue and how to determine if your partners are putting in the effort required to keep your data secure. Tags: [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Business](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/business) [Vendors](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/vendors) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/companies-need-to-keep-their-vendors-security-in-mind#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/companies-need-to-keep-their-vendors-security-in-mind) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Massachusetts Transportation Industry Under Attack by Ransomware](https://datalyst.net/blog/massachusetts-transportation-industry-under-attack-by-ransomware) Tuesday, 27 April 2021 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![Massachusetts Transportation Industry Under Attack by Ransomware](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_articles/600/b2ap3_large_404751274_cybersecurity_transportation_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/massachusetts-transportation-industry-under-attack-by-ransomware "Massachusetts Transportation Industry Under Attack by Ransomware") Many businesses still think they can’t be targeted by cybercriminals because of their size or industry. Companies feel that if they aren’t handling millions of dollars, they have nothing to worry about. As ransomware attacks continue, cybercriminals are turning their attention to the transportation industry. Tags: [Ransomware](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/ransomware) [Cybersecurity](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/cybersecurity) [Transportation](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/transportation) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/massachusetts-transportation-industry-under-attack-by-ransomware#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/massachusetts-transportation-industry-under-attack-by-ransomware) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Your Guide to the Modern Varieties of Cybercriminal](https://datalyst.net/blog/your-guide-to-the-modern-varieties-of-cybercriminal) Monday, 19 April 2021 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![Your Guide to the Modern Varieties of Cybercriminal](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/April_2021/4-19-21/b2ap3_large_106970616_different_cybercriminals_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/your-guide-to-the-modern-varieties-of-cybercriminal "Your Guide to the Modern Varieties of Cybercriminal") There is an entire litany of stereotypes that are commonly linked to the term “hacker”… too many for us to dig into here, especially since they do little but form a caricature of just one form that today’s cybercriminal can take. Let’s go into the different varieties that are covered nowadays under the blanket term of “hacker,” and the threat that each pose to businesses today. Tags: [Malware](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/malware) [Hackers](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/hackers) [Network Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/network-security) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/your-guide-to-the-modern-varieties-of-cybercriminal#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/your-guide-to-the-modern-varieties-of-cybercriminal) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [How’s Your Password Hygiene?](https://datalyst.net/blog/how-s-your-password-hygiene) Monday, 12 April 2021 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![How’s Your Password Hygiene?](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/April_2021/4-12-21/b2ap3_large_120017418_password_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/how-s-your-password-hygiene "How’s Your Password Hygiene?") I’m not sure we need to tell you how important passwords are: they are the front-line defense to most of the accounts you create. What is often overlooked is the strategy of how to use a password to successfully protect accounts and data. Today, we will discuss best practices when creating and managing your passwords and how you are likely approaching your password strategy improperly. Tags: [Passwords](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/passwords) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/best-practices) [User Tips](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/user-tips) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/how-s-your-password-hygiene#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/how-s-your-password-hygiene) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Why Phishing Attacks are Such a Huge Risk for Your Business](https://datalyst.net/blog/why-phishing-attacks-such-a-huge-risk-for-your-business) Monday, 05 April 2021 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![Why Phishing Attacks are Such a Huge Risk for Your Business](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/April_2021/4-5-21/b2ap3_large_230311535_phishing_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/why-phishing-attacks-such-a-huge-risk-for-your-business "Why Phishing Attacks are Such a Huge Risk for Your Business") As one of the biggest cybersecurity considerations the modern business has to make, how to combat phishing has to be at the top of any business’ cybersecurity strategy. Let’s take a look at phishing and why it’s such a big problem for today’s business. Tags: [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Hackers](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/hackers) [Phishing](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/phishing) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/why-phishing-attacks-such-a-huge-risk-for-your-business#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/why-phishing-attacks-such-a-huge-risk-for-your-business) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Dangerous Android App Masquerading as System Update](https://datalyst.net/blog/dangerous-android-app-masquerading-as-system-update) Friday, 09 April 2021 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![Dangerous Android App Masquerading as System Update](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/April_2021/4-9-21/b2ap3_large_238140871_mobile_update_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/dangerous-android-app-masquerading-as-system-update "Dangerous Android App Masquerading as System Update") Let’s face it, most people are glued to their phones when they have downtime. Many don’t look up to cross the street. With this much dedication to their individual mobile devices you’d think that people would be more careful about what they download. Tags: [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Android](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/android) [Mobile](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/mobile) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/dangerous-android-app-masquerading-as-system-update#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/dangerous-android-app-masquerading-as-system-update) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [2020 Was Rough for Healthcare Where IT Was Concerned](https://datalyst.net/blog/2020-was-rough-for-healthcare-where-it-was-concerned) Friday, 02 April 2021 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![2020 Was Rough for Healthcare Where IT Was Concerned](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/April_2021/4-2-21/b2ap3_large_147243616_healthcare_IT_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/2020-was-rough-for-healthcare-where-it-was-concerned "2020 Was Rough for Healthcare Where IT Was Concerned") 2020 was, obviously, a challenging year for healthcare providers. In addition to the obvious issue of the COVID-19 pandemic creating serious operational, financial, and supply chain difficulties, cybersecurity concerns didn’t go away during this time. Let’s consider some of the additional stresses that IT security needs can, will, and have placed on healthcare providers. Tags: [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [HIPAA](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/hipaa) [Compliance](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/compliance) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/2020-was-rough-for-healthcare-where-it-was-concerned#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/2020-was-rough-for-healthcare-where-it-was-concerned) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [2FA Needs to be a Part of Every Massachusetts Business Cybersecurity Strategy](https://datalyst.net/blog/2fa-needs-to-be-a-part-of-every-massachusetts-business-cybersecurity-strategy) Thursday, 01 April 2021 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![2FA Needs to be a Part of Every Massachusetts Business Cybersecurity Strategy](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_articles/585/b2ap3_large_403219640_2FA_cybersecurity_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/2fa-needs-to-be-a-part-of-every-massachusetts-business-cybersecurity-strategy "2FA Needs to be a Part of Every Massachusetts Business Cybersecurity Strategy") Many Massachusetts organizations have found themselves face-to-face with cyberattacks in the form of ransomware. While cyberattacks may seem inevitable, there are steps you can take to protect your business. Here is why 2FA is the one thing you can implement to reduce the chances of a data breach. Tags: [Ransomware](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/ransomware) [BDR](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/bdr) [Cybersecurity](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/cybersecurity) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/2fa-needs-to-be-a-part-of-every-massachusetts-business-cybersecurity-strategy#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/2fa-needs-to-be-a-part-of-every-massachusetts-business-cybersecurity-strategy) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [3 Ways EMR (Electronic Medical Records) Benefit Massachusetts’ Rural Hospitals](https://datalyst.net/blog/3-ways-emr-electronic-medical-records-benefit-massachusetts-rural-hospitals) Thursday, 25 March 2021 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![3 Ways EMR (Electronic Medical Records) Benefit Massachusetts’ Rural Hospitals](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_articles/581/b2ap3_large_184677181_EMR_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/3-ways-emr-electronic-medical-records-benefit-massachusetts-rural-hospitals "3 Ways EMR (Electronic Medical Records) Benefit Massachusetts’ Rural Hospitals") The pandemic brought a wealth of problems to medical institutions, especially to rural and underserved communities. Southern New England’s underserved medical institutions have been underfunded and under stress before the pandemic. Not only did the pandemic bring a sudden increase in patients, but also an increase in medical documentation to support their treatment. Tags: [EMR](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/emr) [HIPAA](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/hipaa) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/3-ways-emr-electronic-medical-records-benefit-massachusetts-rural-hospitals#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/3-ways-emr-electronic-medical-records-benefit-massachusetts-rural-hospitals) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Do Google’s New Policies on User Data Privacy Indicate Larger Changes?](https://datalyst.net/blog/do-google-s-new-policies-on-user-data-privacy-indicate-larger-changes) Friday, 19 March 2021 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![Do Google’s New Policies on User Data Privacy Indicate Larger Changes?](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/March_2021/3-19-21/b2ap3_large_113916242_data_privacy_400.jpeg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/do-google-s-new-policies-on-user-data-privacy-indicate-larger-changes "Do Google’s New Policies on User Data Privacy Indicate Larger Changes?") Just in case you haven’t been paying attention, online privacy has been highlighted significantly in recent years—in no small part due to the sale of our profiles by the tech giants that provide today’s most (in)famous websites… including and especially Google. Having said this, it is also important to acknowledge that some of Google’s recent policy changes could suggest that this may change at some point. Tags: [Internet](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/internet) [Google](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/google) [Privacy](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/privacy) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/do-google-s-new-policies-on-user-data-privacy-indicate-larger-changes#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/do-google-s-new-policies-on-user-data-privacy-indicate-larger-changes) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Massachusetts’ Data Protection Law, Ransomware, and You](https://datalyst.net/blog/massachusetts-data-protection-law-ransomware-and-you) Thursday, 18 March 2021 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![Massachusetts’ Data Protection Law, Ransomware, and You](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_articles/577/b2ap3_large_251766359_data_protection_400.jpeg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/massachusetts-data-protection-law-ransomware-and-you "Massachusetts’ Data Protection Law, Ransomware, and You") Many businesses don’t think about ransomware until they suddenly can’t access any of their data without paying off a cybercriminal. However, Massachusetts has one of the most robust data protection laws in the nation. This means that even if you manage to regain your data, your business may still be in jeopardy if you don’t follow Massachusetts’ data protection laws. Here’s how you can protect your business. Tags: [data protection](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/data-protection) [Cybersecurity](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/cybersecurity) [Ransomware](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/ransomware) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/massachusetts-data-protection-law-ransomware-and-you#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/massachusetts-data-protection-law-ransomware-and-you) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Securing Utilities Has to Be a Priority](https://datalyst.net/blog/securing-utilities-has-to-be-a-priority) Friday, 19 February 2021 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![Securing Utilities Has to Be a Priority](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/February_2021/2-19-21/b2ap3_large_159356917_secure_water_400.jpeg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/securing-utilities-has-to-be-a-priority "Securing Utilities Has to Be a Priority") It’s been reported that a hacker virtually broke into a Floridian water treatment facility and briefly increased the levels of sodium hydroxide in the Pinellas County water supply. Fortunately, onsite operators noticed the spike and reduced it right away, keeping the public from risk of increased levels of poison in their water. This is just the latest story in a seemingly never-ending supply of them that have to do with public utilities being at risk from cyberattacks. Today, we will take a look at this issue. Tags: [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Hackers](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/hackers) [Infrastructure](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/infrastructure) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/securing-utilities-has-to-be-a-priority#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/securing-utilities-has-to-be-a-priority) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [3 Ways Your Team Can Fight Cyberattacks](https://datalyst.net/blog/3-ways-your-team-can-fight-cyberattacks) Thursday, 18 February 2021 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![3 Ways Your Team Can Fight Cyberattacks](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_articles/559/b2ap3_large_243498632_cyberattacks_400.jpeg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/3-ways-your-team-can-fight-cyberattacks "3 Ways Your Team Can Fight Cyberattacks") Cybercriminals will always target your team first, as your team is, unfortunately, the weakest link in your cybersecurity chain. However, it doesn’t have to be that way. Here are three tips to transform your team from the weakest link to your first line of defense protecting your data. Tags: [Cybersecurity](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/cybersecurity) [Ransomware](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/ransomware) [BDR](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/bdr) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/3-ways-your-team-can-fight-cyberattacks#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/3-ways-your-team-can-fight-cyberattacks) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Conduct a Security and Compliance Audit, You Won’t Regret It](https://datalyst.net/blog/conduct-a-security-and-compliance-audit-you-won-t-regret-it) Friday, 12 February 2021 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![Conduct a Security and Compliance Audit, You Won’t Regret It](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/February_2021/2-12-21/b2ap3_large_259469390_compliance_audit_400.jpeg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/conduct-a-security-and-compliance-audit-you-won-t-regret-it "Conduct a Security and Compliance Audit, You Won’t Regret It") If you are an avid reader of our blog, we are constantly saying how there are always a growing number of threats. This is true. Two-in-every-three business owners consider that their cybersecurity risks are increasing each year. The other third must not focus on them, and that is a problem. In fact, many business owners don’t give the proper respect to cyberthreats and many of those businesses pay the price. This is why every business should consider a security and compliance audit a mandatory part of their yearly IT assessment. Tags: [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Privacy](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/privacy) [Business Computing](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/business-computing) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/conduct-a-security-and-compliance-audit-you-won-t-regret-it#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/conduct-a-security-and-compliance-audit-you-won-t-regret-it) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [The Democratic Republic of Congo’s Near Miss Teaches an Important Security Lesson](https://datalyst.net/blog/the-democratic-republic-of-congo-s-near-miss-teaches-an-important-security-lesson) Monday, 25 January 2021 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![The Democratic Republic of Congo’s Near Miss Teaches an Important Security Lesson](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/January_2021/1-25-21/b2ap3_large_402957145_congo_secure_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/the-democratic-republic-of-congo-s-near-miss-teaches-an-important-security-lesson "The Democratic Republic of Congo’s Near Miss Teaches an Important Security Lesson") To preserve your cybersecurity, you need to have a comprehensive view of everything involved with your technology—and we do mean everything. Let’s consider a recent close call, involving the Democratic Republic of Congo that exemplifies this perfectly that could have potentially exposed millions of Internet users to serious threats. 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