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More and more companies nowadays are introducing Macs into their network. Apple’s reputation along with creative software is becoming more prevalent in various industries in the corporate world. However, there are some challenges when introducing Macs into your company’s network.

One of the largest issues is that Macs don’t play well with PCs and PC system admins as much as Windows does. It could lead to issues if your network needs a patch and the Macs won’t take it. There’s also the false sense of security when using a Mac since they, too, can get viruses. There is also the issue of corporate data being placed into a person’s personal iCloud if they aren’t diligent with it. Macs are good machines, but need special attention in the workplace. For a full article on this topic, click here:: 4 Things to Consider When Allowing Macs Into Your Business

After Target’s data breach last year, the retailer created a CISO role with a security operations team. After Sony Pictures’ hack, the company opened up additional positions within the IT security department. Does hiring new help really improve network data security?

Adding more or new people to the problem doesn’t help unless those people are listened to. The majority of these data breaches was due to companies ignoring security updates usually brought up by IT professionals or employees misusing their data access against the instruction of the IT team. Adding bodies doesn’t add protection in the digital world. For a full article tackling this subject, click here:: Has Security Ops Outlived Its Purpose?

Know thy enemy. Every winning battle strategy involves knowing how the opposition works and may include drills on how to intercept the enemy before the real fight happens. That’s the mindset behind cyber threat models in order for you, your employees, and your security team to know where your weaknesses are and to practice methods to fend off cybercriminals.

But what makes an effective cyber threat model? Well, the cyber threat model should be a high-level threat that can thoroughly test any application while helping employees and the security teams understand its limits. It can only make everyone prepare for the worst-case scenario. For more on threat models, click here:: Deconstructing Threat Models: 3 Tips

Identity theft can come from many forms. Skimmed credit cards, responding to spam emails, and many other ways. There is a certain amount of damage control that can be recovered, but some identity theft can take years to fix. What are the most dangerous forms of identity theft?

More and more cybercriminals try to steal the identities of young children through schools and relatives since the victims won’t likely know they are victims until they grow older and get denied credit. Getting your medical identification hacked can lead to criminals using your data to obtain medical services. Lastly, many criminals attempt to file taxes under your name in order to intercept returns. Being diligent, mindful, and double-checking your accounts can help deter thieves from taking your identity. For more on the most dangerous forms of ID theft, click here:: What’s the most dangerous form of identity theft?

Over the years, Apple has been force in manufacturing computer technology and changing the way we browse the internet. Aside from their computers, the last decade and a half has introduced us to the iPhone, the iPad, and most recently the iWatch. The popularity of their products is apparent. No wonder the CIA wants to get into Apple’s core.

According to documents obtained by The Intercept, researchers working with the Central Intelligence Agency have been attempting to break the security of Apple’s iPhones and iPads for nearly a decade. Apparently, the hired researchers would gather to share strategies and security flaws in household and commercial electronics in an annual conference in order to develop malicious code and spyware. It goes to show that privacy and total security is always in flux so everyone must be on alert. For more details on the CIA trying to crack Apple, click here:: The CIA Campaign to Steal Apple’s Secrets