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The relationships between departments have evolved immensely over recent years–and they must, thanks in part to the current cybersecurity landscape and new data privacy regulations. The difference is especially apparent when reviewing the old silo mentality that segregated the IT Department from the C-Level, forcing data security decisions to fall squarely on the computer support…
Over the years, the relationship between IT, cybersecurity and the executive C-Suite has changed, but as the perpetual slate of data breaches and hacking incidents shows, there is still a long way to go. Senior executives naturally have a lot on their plate, and IT has typically been one of many silos in an organization…
It is with great appreciation to both our on-site team here at Positive E Solutions Inc., and to the team at ESET Canada that we announce that we have been honored as ESET’s MVP Partner Of The Year. This is our second time receiving this award, and to us it represents a mutual appreciation between…
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The Internet of Things and the Industrial Internet of Things are huge markets that are growing rapidly as the technology progresses at a rapid pace. Robbie Ferguson welcomes back cybersecurity expert Tony Anscombe to discuss IIoT’s impact on business security. We’ll cover topics such as: Defining the distinctions between IoT and IIoT. How IoT sensors…
The Internet of Things (IoT) and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIOT) usher in new levels of convenience for consumers and industry alike. But these come with hidden dangers. Smart home devices like door locks, porch-cams, and smart thermostats make life a little easier and safer on the home front, while cloud-based devices for industry,…
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The ESET Cybersecurity Barometer gives a great deal of insight into the cybersecurity threat zeitgeist in Canada. Robbie Ferguson speaks with its author, Stephen Cobb about whether Canadians are truly aware of the threats that exist in today’s connected world. We’ll cover topics such as: Canadians’ attitudes toward cybercrime. What Canadians are doing to protect…
Picture this: the power goes out in your house. It’s 11:00 at night, so it’s dark. You look outside, and you see that every other house is dark too. There’s light coming from the odd solar powered porch light, but the streetlamps and everything else are out. You pull out your phone to make a…
Think for a moment about how you would react if you suddenly discovered your wallet or purse was missing. You frantically check your pockets, under the seat of the car, and you mentally retrace your steps. Where did you go today? Where might you have left it? Your panicked mind alternates between the desire for…
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ESET Senior Security Researcher Lysa Myers joins our host, Robbie Ferguson, for a discussion about the current state of data breaches and what we can do to protect our company and personal data should a breach occur. We’ll cover topics such as: The Common Cause – Why data breaches are so commonplace in 2019. The…
With the new year now underway and the memories of the holiday season replaced by the realities of winter, taxes, and work, it’s a good time to reflect on the highs and lows of 2018 to envision what 2019 might look like. Last year: Misappropriation of data was a widespread issue in 2018. A ceaseless…
