The Importance of MFA

Implementing a second factor following passcode entry—such as a temporary code sent via text or email, third-party authorization app, or fingerprint scan—enhances security posture and protects privacy.

While passwords can be cracked, this additional security measure makes it more challenging for hackers to access your personal information.

In fact, doing so can block 99.9% of account compromise attacks, reads a paper from SANS Software Security Institute sponsored by Microsoft.

Why You Should Invest in Continuous Monitoring

Cyberattacks yield devastating financial and reputational losses to impacted businesses. While recovery is possible for some, it is essential organizations take preventative action and invest in a robust continuous monitoring cybersecurity solution.

Cutting-edge endpoint detection and response (EDR) monitors laptops, desktops, and mobile devices 24/7/365 to provide complete visibility into endpoint activity, and proactively curb threats before they manifest as attacks.

Can You Get Hit With Ransomware More Than Once?

Just as a virus strikes the human body, there is always a chance for repeat infection to your systems after a cyber event.

In fact, victimized businesses are often more vulnerable to repeat attacks. A recent survey from IT security company Sophos found it cost businesses $1.85 million on average to recover from ransomware attacks in 2021, and 60% of breached businesses never do at all—failing within six months. 

There are three main reasons repeat-attacks are all too common, explains Cybersafe Solutions Channel Manager Randy Schumaker: The business lacked continuous monitoring, didn’t have proper controls in place, or the threat actor never left.

Managed Detection and Response, Simplified

Selecting the right continuous monitoring solution for your business can be overwhelming—especially considering the magnitude of options to choose from and their key differences.

For instance, while managed detection and response (MDR) services encompass an integrated package protecting businesses against attacks, managed security services providers (MSSP) focus on implementation, configuration, and infrastructure maintenance.

The main difference: MDRs are far more thorough—with expert teams focused on monitoring security data to identify threats 24/7/365 utilizing deception technology, managed threat hunting, intelligence-based detection and analysis.