Tag: cybersecurity awareness month
Tech Time Warp: Adding salt to the cybersecurity recipe
Despite 22 years of educational efforts during Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the 2025 list of the most commonly used passwords still includes “123456,” “qwerty” and “password.” That’s why we should all thank Unix co-creator Ken Thompson and contributor Robert Morris for...
Tip Tuesday: Embrace Cybersecurity Awareness Month by being a security leader
Cybersecurity Awareness Month reminds organizations and individuals of the importance of staying safe in digital spaces. For managed service providers (MSPs), it offers an opportunity to demonstrate thought leadership and deepen client relationships by translating complex security concepts into practical,...
Cybersecurity Awareness Month ends soon, but the mission will continue
Cybersecurity Awareness Month may be winding down, but the work of protecting organizations never stops. This week, we’ve gathered insights from cybersecurity leaders across the industry who are tackling everything from human-centered security to emerging threats like shadow artificial intelligence...
AI, identity, and action: What MSPs must prioritize this Cybersecurity Awareness Month
This October marks the 22nd annual Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a campaign co-led by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the National Cybersecurity Alliance. This year’s theme, “Building a Cyber Strong America,” coincides with the sponsoring agency – CISA...
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: How to make strong password security habits stick
Cybersecurity Awareness Month is here, and it’s a timely reminder to strengthen your password security and authentication habits. Whether you’re an IT professional, a managed service provider (MSP) or simply someone who values data privacy, this is a good opportunity...
Government shut-down heightens cybersecurity risks
As the U.S. government enters its first full week with operations ground to a halt, experts fear that there will be cybersecurity ramifications. The numbers paint a grim picture: According to Department of Homeland Security planning documents, approximately 65 percent...
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Simple steps for cyber safety in 2025
October 1 marked the beginning of Cybersecurity Awareness Month (CAM), an annual initiative dedicated to raising awareness about cybersecurity and promoting safe online practices. Each October, governments, public sector agencies and private sector partners join forces, organizing events and media...
Tech Time Warp: Two decades of Cybersecurity Awareness Month—but there’s still work to do
If you’re reading this blog, you probably observe cybersecurity awareness year-round, not just during the annual observance of Cybersecurity Awareness Month each October. But, as a managed service provider (MSP), you also likely appreciate any opportunity to draw attention to...
Three ways MSPs can market compliance services
Many managed service providers (MSPs) believe they must approach marketing from a granular level. This can work in some instances, but the vast majority of the time, this is the wrong approach – especially for the more technical service offerings....
Cybersecurity Awareness Month is an opportunity to recommit to training
The core of Cybersecurity Awareness Month is in its name: Awareness. Experts agree that user training is the most effective and cost-efficient way to raise awareness and deter cyberattacks. Key statistics from SANS Institute’s 2024 annual cybersecurity awareness report reinforce this...
