Expert views on closing the cybersecurity talent gap for MSPs
The cybersecurity talent shortage in the workforce presents a direct cybersecurity threat. Statistics from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) paint a grim picture: By 2025, a lack of talent or human failure will be responsible for over...
Survey: Demand for cloud cost control expertise is on the rise
The volume of applications deployed in the cloud continues to increase steadily. More organizations are looking to contain costs but are finding they lack the skills and expertise needed. A survey of over 400 cloud and data decision-makers conducted by...
Partner Spotlight: Synergistic partnership generates success for MSSP
Vancord is a leading provider of managed IT services in Milford, CT. Since its establishment in 2005, they have been undeniably devoted to building and protecting the futures of their clients. One trait that distinguishes the managed security service provider...
Analyzing the latest Ivanti-linked CISA breach
Another day passes, another cyberattack strikes. This time, a recent incident impacted a major U.S. government entity known as the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). Back in February, CISA officials discovered that two of its internal computer systems were compromised by...
Sales & Marketing
Ask an MSP Expert: Crafting the ultimate MSP website
In the competitive managed service provider (MSP) market, having an effective website is crucial for lead generation. In this edition of Ask an MSP Expert, discover key tips and pointers to make your website stand out. Recently we were joined...
Your MSP website doesn’t need to be catchy
IT is one of the most in-demand business services in the world. There are thousands and thousands of managed service providers (MSPs) out there. The struggle in every crowded industry is to stand out. The IT world is no exception....
Obliterating three MSP marketing misconceptions
The marketing industry is a fascinating one. When you look up tips from experts, you’ll see all kinds of misconceptions, myths, and conflicting information. However, this isn’t because the experts don’t know what they are talking about. For one, the...
Security
Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: F5 BIG-IP Next Central Manager vulnerabilities
Two high-severity vulnerabilities were discovered in the F5 BIG-IP Next Central Manager API allowing attackers to gain full administrative control and create hidden, persistent backdoors on managed devices. Barracuda MSP recommends reading this Cybersecurity Threat Advisory to learn which steps...
Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: Critical GitLab bug
A critical vulnerability in GitLab, labelled CVE-2023-7028, is under active attack by threat actors to achieve account takeover, as reported by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). Barracuda MSP recommends GitLab users review this Cybersecurity Threat Advisory now to...
Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: RCE vulnerabilities in HPE Aruba Networking devices
HPE Aruba Networking has disclosed that critical remote code execution (RCE) vulnerabilities are impacting multiple versions of ArubaOS. Out of the ten vulnerabilities found, four pose critical risks of unauthenticated buffer overflows in various services. Read this Cybersecurity Threat Advisory...
Better Business
Global MSP Day 2024: Q&A with our featured speakers
Managed service providers (MSPs) across the globe are feeling the excitement and build-up of Global MSP Day 2024! On June 6th, we’ll be celebrating, networking, and collaborating with MSPs around the world both virtually and in-person. This incredible annual event...
Minding the cybersecurity talent gap for MSPs
We have reported extensively on the cybersecurity talent shortage plaguing the industry. The shortage is more than just a personnel issue though, it represents a serious cybersecurity problem. For instance, a Gartner report says that by 2025, half of all...
Generative AI is a game-changer for how MSPs demonstrate value
Customers like to have a clear understanding of what’s going on. MSPs hold more than enough data to let customers know what is going on with their services. However, they struggle to transform this data into a useful form that...
Tech Insight
Pioneers in Tech: An Wang, a key player in technology’s core memories
The layperson might not immediately name An Wang as a 20th-century technical giant, but we certainly should. The Chinese American computer engineer invented the magnetic pulse transfer controlling device, which, as you will learn in this edition of Pioneers in...
AI adoption creates additional cybersecurity opportunities for MSSPs
The adoption of generative artificial intelligence (AI) by organizations continues to rise. Therefore, there is a strong need to make sure the data being shared with these platforms is secure. The National Security Agency (NSA), in collaboration with multiple security...
Tech Time Warp: Voyager’s nearly 47 years of technology brilliance
In this edition of Tech Time Warp, we take a look at how, for almost 47 years, NASA’s Voyager 1 spacecraft has transmitted the amazing secrets of the universe back to Earth. Along with that, the news that engineers had...
