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8 Tips for better ransomware defenses and responses[INFOGRAPHIC]

Did you know that ransomware attacks are more than a “smash-and-grab” attempt? These attacks are now getting more sophisticated.
Here are eight ways to help defend your data against these growing cyberattacks.

  1. IDENTIFY ATTACKERS’ ONGOING CAPABILITIES
  2. EXPECT DATA EXFILTRATION
  3. LEARN FROM OTHERS’ MISTAKES
  4. ASSUME ATTACKERS STILL HAVE ACCESS
  5. MOVE QUICKLY
  6. MONITOR FOR ODD EVENTS
  7. PREPARE A SECURE COMMUNICATIONS CHANNEL
  8. DON’T RESTORE, REBUILD


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What is Cybersecurity?

The U.S. Department of Defense defines Cybersecurity as "Prevention of damage to, protection of, and restoration of computers, electronic communications systems, electronic communications services, wire communication, and electronic communication, including information contained therein, to ensure its availability, integrity, authentication, confidentiality, and nonrepudiation." 

But what does that really mean?

Cybersecurity is the protective software, hardware, and set of best practices used by IT professionals to guard everything from private data to physical servers and networks. Typical threats to cybersecurity include Malware, Viruses, Worms, Trojans, and Spyware. The steady occurrence of data breaches and attacks on sensitive and confidential information is making data protection a critical component of an organization's leadership and governance strategy. Naturally, it is a continuously growing field and demand for cybersecurity certified IT professionals makes the field an excellent choice whether you are a beginner or seasoned expert. Know the difference between Cybersecurity and Data Privacy in this free webinar.

Why Should I Get Cybersecurity Certifications?

For companies looking to bolster their team’s skill sets, information security training is a necessity. IT departments consistently endure the growing challenge of applying the best possible technology and practices to protect company information, and cybersecurity certifications ensure their employees are well-versed in the latest security best practices and know how to guard against attacks. As an IT professional, cybersecurity certifications also provide the tools you need to advance your IT career path. There is an imbalance between supply and demand in the cyber market. Holding certain certifications will give you significant advantages over other candidates when being considered for open job positions.

The benefits and importance of cybersecurity training

With so much importance on cybersecurity certifications, how do you ensure you are prepared for certification? The benefit of cybersecurity training can be found from students themselves. In a survey of New Horizons students 91% felt cybersecurity training prepared them for certification. The importance of cybsersecurity training is even bigger than just achieving certification, but on the job as well. 79% of IT Professionals surveyed found improved productivity from their cybersecurity training at New Horizons.

How much does cyber security training cost?

Cyber security training range in cost from $2,475 to $3,395 depending on the course you choose. Check out the different options below, or contact us today, to find the perfect course for your goals.

Check out our list of the Top 3 Cybersecurity Certifications in 2018.

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Shelsey Salgado

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