Cybersecurity

Data Exfiltration Extortion Now Averages $5.21 Million According to IBM’s Report

According to IBM's 2024 Data Breach Report, the financial toll of data exfiltration extortion has surged, with the average cost now reaching $5.21 million per incident. This alarming trend highlights the growing sophistication of cybercriminals and the increasing financial risks organizations face when sensitive data is compromised. As data breaches continue to escalate, businesses must prioritize robust cybersecurity measures to mitigate these costly threats.

TAG Blog Series 2 – How ADX is Integrated into the Enterprise

Integrating Anti Data Exfiltration (ADX) solutions into an enterprise is crucial for effective cybersecurity. This article examines how BlackFog's commercial ADX solution enhances existing detection and response technologies by focusing on prevention and the shift-left paradigm. Using ransomware threats as an example, we illustrate how ADX mitigates device risks in typical business environments. Additionally, we explore how ADX supports the evolving needs of modern managed security service providers, ensuring comprehensive and proactive security measures.

Manufacturing Industry Faces Surge in Ransomware Attacks in 2024

Ransomware attacks on the manufacturing industry are rising, with notable cases at MKS Instruments, Brunswick Corporation, Simpson Manufacturing, and The Clorox Company. Learn about the financial and operational impacts and why manufacturers are prime targets for cybercriminals.

TAG Blog Series 1 – How ADX Supports and Implements Policy

Implementing Anti Data Exfiltration (ADX) solutions is critical for enterprise security. This article provides guidance on establishing effective ADX deployment policies, with a focus on aligning them with business objectives and threat perceptions. Highlighting BlackFog's ADX solution, it explores proactive strategies to prevent data exfiltration, offering valuable insights for practitioners aiming to enhance their security posture.

The CrowdStrike Wake-Up Call: Why Redundancy Is Needed in Cybersecurity

The CrowdStrike outage in July 2024 underscores single points of failure in cybersecurity. Discover how layered approaches and technologies like BlackFog can enhance resilience.

Data Security Compliance Made Simple: Best Practices and Key Regulations

Are you aware of the difference between data protection and data security? Here's what you know to keep your data safe.

Ransomware Response: Best Practices for Businesses

What should firms consider when developing a ransomware response plan?

The Change Healthcare Ransomware Attack: A Landmark Cybersecurity Breach

Explore the impacts of the Change Healthcare ransomware attack, the largest healthcare cybersecurity incident in U.S. history. Learn about its causes, consequences, and ongoing fallout.

The CrowdStrike Incident: A Global IT Meltdown

Discover how the recent CrowdStrike incident caused a global IT meltdown, affecting thousands of businesses. Learn about the event timeline, its impact, and how BlackFog's advanced practices can help prevent such risks. Stay informed and protect your business from future cybersecurity threats.

6 Essential Ransomware Prevention Steps Every Firm Must Take in 2024

What essential ransomware prevention steps must businesses take as the scale of this threat continues to rise?