National Cyber Security Awareness Month

NordLocker introduces special prices for Cyber Month sale

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Friday, November 3, 2023
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LONDON, Nov. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NordLocker is offering a limited-time discount for Cybersecurity Awareness Month.

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  • LONDON, Nov. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NordLocker is offering a limited-time discount for Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
  • Until November 29 this year, individual users can choose between a 500 GB yearly plan for $2.99/month or a 2 TB yearly plan for $5.99/month.
  • Businesses can now enjoy significant discounts as well, with annual plans starting at $0.99 per month and an additional 3 months for free.
  • We’re now offering even more affordable protection against cyberthreats," says Aivaras Vencevicius, head of product for NordLocker.

New Tenable Study Outlines the People, Process and Technology Challenges That Limit Organizations’ Ability to Prevent Attacks

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Monday, October 30, 2023
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This means 43% of attacks launched against them are successful, and must be remediated after the fact.

Key Points: 
  • This means 43% of attacks launched against them are successful, and must be remediated after the fact.
  • The study, based on a commissioned survey of 825 global cybersecurity and IT leaders conducted in 2023 by Forrester Consulting on behalf of Tenable, illuminates the people, process and technology challenges standing between modern cybersecurity and IT teams and effective risk reduction practices.
  • Nearly six in 10 (58%) respondents say they focus almost entirely on fighting successful attacks rather than working to prevent them in the first place.
  • The study finds that this is largely due to an inability to reduce potential risks before attacks happen.

K12 SIX Updates Cybersecurity Guidance for School Districts

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023
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In observance of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the K12 Security Information eXchange (K12 SIX) is pleased to publicly release the 2023 – 2024 school year updates to its Essential Cybersecurity Protections series.

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  • In observance of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the K12 Security Information eXchange (K12 SIX) is pleased to publicly release the 2023 – 2024 school year updates to its Essential Cybersecurity Protections series.
  • Developed by K-12 IT practitioners, for K-12 IT practitioners—and aligned to cybersecurity risk management best practices—the K12 SIX Essential Cybersecurity Protections series establishes baseline cybersecurity standards for U.S. school districts and provides guidance and tools to support their implementation.
  • The series includes:
    K12 SIX Essential Cybersecurity Protections for the 2023-2024 School Year: What K-12 Leaders Need to Know- communicates a short list of actionable cybersecurity protections that all school districts should prioritize for implementation
    K12 SIX Essential Cybersecurity Protections for the 2023-2024 School Year: Implementation Standards- defines implementation standards for each of the K12 SIX recommended protections
    While there is no shortage of general cybersecurity guidance available from government and private organizations, K-12 education leaders face unique context and constraints when implementing cybersecurity defenses in a school setting.
  • The K12 SIX Essential Cybersecurity Protections were designed by K-12, for K-12,” said Tony Dotts, Information Security Manager at Community High School District 99 in Illinois.

imo Elevates User Security in Recognition of Cybersecurity Awareness Month

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Thursday, November 2, 2023
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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- imo , the popular instant messaging app, has announced its commitment to user security by introducing cutting-edge security enhancements.

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  • RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- imo , the popular instant messaging app, has announced its commitment to user security by introducing cutting-edge security enhancements.
  • Additionally, imo is set to introduce the Passkeys feature, further cementing its position as a trailblazer in adopting state-of-the-art security technologies.
  • This Cybersecurity Awareness Month reaffirms its commitment to providing advanced security features to allow its users to navigate the digital landscape with confidence and peace of mind.
  • By consistently delivering groundbreaking security features and fostering awareness, imo safeguards the online experiences of millions of users worldwide.

Simmons Bank Shares Tips for National Cybersecurity Awareness Month

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Monday, October 30, 2023
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LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- October is National Cybersecurity Month and Simmons Bank is providing educational tips so that individuals and organizations can protect personal data, private information, and the digital networks and systems we all rely on.

Key Points: 
  • LITTLE ROCK, Ark., Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- October is National Cybersecurity Month and Simmons Bank is providing educational tips so that individuals and organizations can protect personal data, private information, and the digital networks and systems we all rely on.
  • "Technology is constantly evolving, which makes Cybersecurity Awareness Month a great time to adjust practices to ensure you are well protected from cybercriminals," said Kendall Reese, Chief Information Security Officer at Simmons Bank.
  • To see the security measures Simmons Bank takes to protect its customers, visit How Simmons Bank Protects You .
  • Simmons Bank is a wholly owned subsidiary of Simmons First National Corporation (NASDAQ: SFNC), a Mid-South based financial holding company that has paid cash dividends for 114 consecutive years.

NordPass introduced a massive Cyber Month sale

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
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LONDON, Oct. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NordPass is having a limited time offer for Cybersecurity Awareness Month.

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  • LONDON, Oct. 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NordPass is having a limited time offer for Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
  • Here are some new features that NordPass introduced to its clients in the recent months:
    NordPass Passkeys.
  • Complementing the Data Breach Scanner that NordPass introduced in 2021, the breach monitoring tool further guarantees that the company's customers respond promptly to any data breach.
  • NordPass Premium users can now attach up to 50 files to any item stored in NordPass, be it passwords, credit card details, or passkeys.

SonicWall Data Confirms that Ransomware is Still the Enterprise's Biggest Fear

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
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MILPITAS, Calif., Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As Cybersecurity Awareness Month comes to a close, SonicWall today released the findings of its 2023 SonicWall Threat Mindset Survey which found that 55% of its customers are more concerned about cyberattacks in 2023, with the main threat being focused on digital attacks like ransomware and spear phishing.

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  • "Understanding our partners and customers greatest concerns is at the heart of SonicWall's outside-in strategy," said SonicWall President and CEO Bob VanKirk.
  • The data from the 2023 SonicWall Threat Mindset Survey helps keep our finger on the pulse of what truly matters to our valued customers.
  • Critical business information and sensitive data can be found in employees' emails – and IT professionals feel the concern.
  • Companies are not only losing millions of dollars to unending malware and ransomware strikes but cyberattacks on essential infrastructure are impacting real-world services.

Trend Micro Recognizes Visionary Customers with New Awards Program

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023
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DALLAS, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), a global cybersecurity leader, today announced the winners of the 2023 Trend Global Customer Awards, recognizing partners who have demonstrated unwavering commitment and driving innovations to shape a safer digital future.

Key Points: 
  • Customers were selected for these awards because of their demonstrated understanding of the importance of remaining vigilant in cybersecurity and staying on top of emerging trends."
  • The most influential and engaged customers are chosen from 500,000 customers worldwide.
  • "We have worked diligently to protect our company, our teammates, and our customers from the evolving world of cyber risk.
  • The key categories and winners include:
    Customer Visionary: Organizations that lead, collaborate, and guide Trend and the wider cybersecurity community.

PARENTS FOR IMAGE CONSENT (P.I.C.), New Grassroots Coalition Launches to Address the Epidemic of Online Photo Abuse

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Monday, October 23, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Parents for Image Consent (P.I.C.), a new grassroots coalition has launched to address the epidemic of online image abuse. P.I.C. has also created a website to serve as a resource for parents who are interested in joining the effort. Research shows that more than 1 in 5 Americans is a victim of photo abuse*. P.I.C.'s mission is to create greater awareness of online image abuse impacting children and provide parents with the tools to safeguard their families' digital images.

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  • ), a new grassroots coalition has launched to address the epidemic of online image abuse.
  • has also created a website to serve as a resource for parents who are interested in joining the effort.
  • 's mission is to create greater awareness of online image abuse impacting children and provide parents with the tools to safeguard their families' digital images.
  • Image abuse occurs when an image that is posted on someone's social media is taken and posted elsewhere without their consent.

Private Internet Access' worldwide network gets bigger and better with new server locations

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
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DENVER, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Private Internet Access (PIA), a leading virtual private network (VPN) provider, is proud to announce a substantial expansion to its global server network - increasing the number of countries in their network from 84 to 91.

Key Points: 
  • DENVER, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Private Internet Access (PIA), a leading virtual private network (VPN) provider, is proud to announce a substantial expansion to its global server network - increasing the number of countries in their network from 84 to 91.
  • In response to growing user demand for secure and private internet connections worldwide, PIA is now taking their server network to the next level - with new server locations for regions currently underserved by other VPN providers.
  • Incorporating these new server locations across South America and Asia aligns with PIA's mission to ensure a free and open internet for all users.
  • "We are thrilled to be expanding our server network to include these exciting new locations," stated Himmat Bains, Head of Product at Private Internet Access.