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Device vs. User

Posted on September 10, 2021 By Michael Kavka No Comments on Device vs. User

Identity is the new perimeter. We keep hearing that, especially from Microsoft. Unfortunately, they have not completely bought into this in their Defender suite of security products. Microsoft Defender security products are nice. They work decently, Gartner likes them, but there is a problem with them. They focus on the device too much as far…

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Microsoft, Security, Software

Ransomware, Are You Ready?

Posted on June 17, 2021 By Michael Kavka No Comments on Ransomware, Are You Ready?

Developing a Ransomware plan is much like anything else. Sounds simple, protect against malware. The reality though is much different, and it starts with a properly educated security team to come up with a comprehensive and cohesive plan. You need to know how your network is laid out. A flat network (which you find in…

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General, Security

Are you sure it is the execs?

Posted on May 11, 2021 By Michael Kavka No Comments on Are you sure it is the execs?

Security is all the rage today. Supply Chain attacks, Ransomware, Data Exfiltration, it is all in the news pretty consistently. We as security practitioners have a tough job. We know there is no such thing as being 100% secure so we make our best effort at securing and detecting. We also realize that detection and…

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