How Much Does Penetration Testing Cost?
Over the past decade, the number of data breaches in the U.S. has risen over 151% from 662 data breaches in 2010 to 1,001 data breaches in 2020. Affecting more than 155.8 million individuals, the need to safeguard sensitive data and network security is at an all-time...
8 Major Types of Penetration Testing
In 2020, the average cost to businesses that experienced a data breach was $150 million. And with hacking via attack vectors making up over half of the world’s most recent data breaches worldwide (the other half is made up of phishing and malware), the threat...
Common Network Vulnerabilities & Cyber Security Threats
With an increasing reliance on remote work and digital communication, businesses are facing more cyber security risks than ever before—and closing your network vulnerabilities is the key to minimizing that risk. Take ransomware, for instance (just one of the types of...
Should the Average Small Business Send Its Employees to Coding Bootcamp?
The average small business employer doesn’t think of paying to upskill their employees unless it’s for a specific reason, a new technology or machine that the company must work with, for example. Businesses often do not even upgrade their computers to the...Are We More Vulnerable to Hackers?
January 14, 2021, “Are we more vulnerable to hackers?” Donald McLaughlin, Lead Consultant of Cornerstone Partners (CP Cyber) describes how complexity in technology can lead to issues and notes how disclosure requirements make it seem as if attacks are more...Three Security Recommendations for Individuals Working from Home
Author: Donald McLaughlin, Lead Consultant of CP Cyber There are 3 scenarios that we like to educated people on when it comes to working from home. 1. Avoid using personal computers for work unless your company approves it. Your personal computer is not managed by...Spike in COVID-19 cases forcing to work from home
November 9, 2020, “Spike in COVID-19 cases forcing more Coloradans to work from home” Donald McLaughlin, Lead Consultant of Cornerstone Partners (CP Cyber) notes common pitfalls that can lead to compromises in your company’s security. He answers...CP Cyber in the News: CO Exposure Notifications launches to notify Coloradans about possible COVID risk
October 27, 2020, “CO Exposure Notifications launches to notify Coloradans about possible COVID risk” Donald McLaughlin, Lead Consultant of Cornerstone Partners (CP Cyber) tested the new CO Exposure app and gave Fox 31 News his results. He reviewed the...CP Cyber in the News: Social media sites tighten platforms as election nears
September 22, 2020, “Social media sites tighten platforms as election nears” Denver 7 News asked Donald McLaughlin, Lead Consultant of Cornerstone Partners (CP Cyber), for recommendations for individuals to gather unbiased and factual information about the...
