Ransomware attacks are major threats for organizations across the board — but no two attacks are the same, in part because of the industry-specific challenges and risks that businesses face.
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Amazon EC2 vs Amazon S3: Difference and Use Cases
In this article we make a comparison of Amazon EC2 vs Amazon S3. Amazon Web Services allows its users to build complex interconnected applications in the cloud. To do that, you can use the virtual machines of Amazon EC2 or the expandable storage of Amazon S3. This article explains in detail what each of the given services does, the difference between them, how you can use Amazon EC2 and Amazon S3 together, and what additional AWS services (such as EFS and EBS) you might wish to use combined with EC2 and S3.
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Introduction to BitLocker for MSPs
It's no secret that data security is vitally important for every organization: by protecting customers’ data, MSPs will safeguard both their client’s businesses and their reputations.
The protection of customer data today goes beyond using anti-malware and firewall software. It also goes beyond using a secure password on every device. Continue reading
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Fibre Channel vs. iSCSI vs. FCoE
A SAN (Storage Area Network) is one of the key infrastructural technologies in data storage and there are varying implementations and standards common for different business use-cases. In this article, we review the key differences between FC, FCoE and iSCSI in order to help you choose the best option.
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Amazon S3 vs EBS vs EFS. The Difference Explained
It’s easy to get confused with the different types of storage with Amazon Web Services. This is why, in this article, we cover Amazon S3, Amazon EFS, and Amazon EBS storage options, and define the practical difference between them.
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Pre-Signed URLs Use-Cases
Amazon S3 buckets protection is a critical security measure when using AWS. There have been numerous bad stories about unprotected S3 buckets, from established contractors like Accenture and Booz Allen Hamilton to huge companies like Verizon Wireless and Time Warner Cable. In this article, you will learn how to enhance the security of S3 buckets with pre-signed S3 URLs, and how to generate them for various cases.
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News You Might’ve Missed. 23 – 27 Nov
What's new this week in the news for MSPs? AWS Cloud Kinesis Data Stream outage fixed; Amazon starts fully managed Apache Airflow; FBI warning on Ragnar Locker activity; data stolen in a cyberattack against Belden; and TrickBot 100 “debuts” with new features. Continue reading
News You Might’ve Missed. 16 – 20 Nov
What's new this week in the news for MSPs? Amazon announces AWS network firewall to block cloud threats; new serverless Database Migration Service from Google; Google launches Cloud Armor Adaptive Protection to prevent DDoS attacks; Egregor ransomware new trick besieges victims' printers with ransom notes; REvil ransomware attacks hosting provider Managed.com; and new Jupyter trojan malware steals usernames and passwords. Continue reading
The Importance of Patching While Working Remotely
Remote work environments have exclusively changed how organizations approach cybersecurity. This has fashioned a new tact where there is a greater need for patching and a renewed urgency to educate employees on the critical importance of patching and better security hygiene. Continue reading
Application Rationalization Guide and a Framework
In a small organization, it's easy to track and manage the usage of applications. However, over time, more internal departments appear, more people start to communicate with each other, and operations become more interconnected and complex. All that needs more complex solutions, more licenses, and more apps, all of which means more IT management. Continue reading
News You Might’ve Missed. 09 – 12 Nov
What's new this week in the news for MSPs? Amazon Web Services launches enhancements to its data storage services; AWS simplifies network traffic inspection with its Gateway Load Balancer; RansomEXX has a new version targeting Linux systems; Ragnar Locker hits the Italian drinks manufacturer Campari; and Compal Electronics suffers a ransomware attack with a demand for $17 million. Continue reading
News You Might’ve Missed. 02 – 06 Nov
What's new this week in the news for MSPs? Public registry plans for Docker container images by Amazon Web Services; new ransomware RegretLocker targets Windows virtual machines; phishing attack results in a loss of $2.3 million for US Republican Party; Mattel the target in a ransomware attack; and Maze ransomware closes operations and denies making a cartel. Continue reading
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