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Recent CISA Alert Highlights Critical ICS Vulnerabilities: What Houston Energy, Utility & Manufacturing Businesses Need to Know

CISA’s December 3, 2024 advisory highlights eight critical vulnerabilities in industrial control systems, requiring immediate attention from organizations using affected devices from major manufacturers

Quishing Attacks on Houston Businesses: The Growing Threat of Malicious QR Codes

Cybercriminals are leveraging the rising popularity of QR codes through ‘quishing’ attacks, a new form of phishing that exploits our trust in this ubiquitous technology

‘Tis the Holiday Cybersecurity Season: Essential Protection for Houston Businesses and Consumers

Protect yourself against sophisticated cyber threats this holiday season with essential security strategies for both businesses and shoppers

Houston Businesses Building an Effective Human Firewall: Your Organization’s First Line of Defense – Enabled by CinchOps

Transform your workforce into your strongest security asset by building an effective human firewall through comprehensive training, clear policies, and a positive security culture—because in today’s cyber threat landscape, your employees are your most critical line of defense against attacks.

Microsoft Announces Quick Machine Recovery Tool – What Houston Area Businesses Need To Know

Microsoft’s new Quick Machine Recovery tool, announced at Ignite 2024, enables remote fixes for unbootable Windows systems, addressing critical issues highlighted by the CrowdStrike incident

Why Your Houston Area SMB Needs Cybersecurity Insurance: Requirements and Getting Started with CinchOps

For small and medium-sized businesses, cybersecurity insurance has become a crucial safeguard, requiring specific security controls to protect against devastating cyber attacks

Mobile Device Management: Securing Houston Businesses With CinchOps

Mobile Device Management (MDM) has become essential for organizations to secure and optimize their mobile device fleet while ensuring data protection and compliance in today’s hybrid work environment

CinchOps Alert – Ransomware: A Critical Threat to Houston Area & Global Healthcare

Recent UN Security Council discussions reveal ransomware attacks on healthcare facilities have become a critical global threat, with attacks disrupting patient care and costing hospitals billions in damages

The Growing Ransomware Crisis in Houston Healthcare: Time for Action as Attacks Reach Record Levels

With ransomware attacks now affecting two-thirds of healthcare providers and costing an average of $2.57 million per incident in 2024, robust cybersecurity measures are critical to protect both patient care and organizational operations

Understanding User and Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA): A Critical Layer in Modern Cybersecurity for Houston Businesses

User and Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA) augments traditional security measures by using AI to detect anomalous behaviors, providing organizations with an essential layer of threat detection

CinchOps Alert: Excel Phishing Campaign Delivers Advanced Remcos RAT Malware

A sophisticated phishing campaign using malicious Excel files is delivering an enhanced Remcos RAT malware variant capable of evading detection and taking complete control of infected systems

Halliburton Ransomware Attack: A Wake-Up Call for Energy Sector Security

Halliburton’s recent $35 million ransomware loss underscores the growing threat of sophisticated cyberattacks targeting critical energy infrastructure

Newpark Resources Latest Target in String of Energy Sector Ransomware Attacks – CinchOps Update

A recent ransomware attack on oilfield supplier Newpark Resources highlights the growing vulnerability of energy sector companies to sophisticated cyber threats

Recent Report Reveals Software & IT Vendors Are Top Security Risk for Houston Energy Sector Businesses

A new SecurityScorecard and KPMG report reveals software and IT vendors account for 67% of third-party breaches in the US energy sector, highlighting urgent cybersecurity risks

Meeting Houston Businesses Where They Are & Enabling Them For Where They Want To Be With CinchOps

From startups to established enterprises, Houston businesses are transforming their technology foundations to drive growth, maximize efficiency, and prepare for tomorrow’s opportunities through strategic IT partnerships that evolve alongside their changing needs on their technology journey

Safety First: The Digital Evolution of Protection for Houston Construction Companies Enabled By CinchOps

From the revolutionary invention of the hard hat in 1919 to today’s sophisticated cybersecurity measures, the construction industry’s commitment to safety continues to evolve, protecting workers and companies from both physical and digital threats in an increasingly connected world

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