Archive for Cybersecurity

7 Things Registered Advisors Can Do Now to Prepare for the SEC’s Cyber Risk Management Rules

Are you ready to go through your first SEC examination under the new regulations? Here are 7 things your firm can do now to ensure you’ll be ready when the SEC’s cybersecurity rules hit.

Secure Alternatives to Single-Factor Authentication and Password Managers

Despite its commonality, you should not use single-factor authentication to secure critical data. Learn more about this verification method and how to better protect your business.

How to Unlock Protected Excel Sheets Without a Password

What if you want to edit a protected sheet of your Microsoft Excel workbook but have forgotten your password? The zip file method unlocks your protected Excel sheet, no password is needed. Follow these steps.

2023 Cybersecurity Trends Report: Hedge Funds Outsource to Fight Surge in Cyberattacks

Hedge funds are feeling the impact of the evolving cyber landscape. Learn how 121 hedge fund professionals are staying ahead of ever-growing threats with Agio’s 2023 Hedge Fund Cybersecurity Trends Report.

Strengthen Your Private Equity Investments with Agio’s Comprehensive Cybersecurity Solutions

Learn more about how our Portfolio Company Risk Management, Cyber Governance, and Incident Response services play a critica role in protecting your fund’s’ growth and guarding your firm’s reputation.

SEC Disclosure Rule for Public Companies: Unpacking the “Reportable Material Incident”

In a move to standardize and amplify cybersecurity risk disclosures, the SEC has adopted a final rule for public companies under its reporting mandate.

A Guide for Alternative Investment COOs: What’s the Difference Between Managed IT, Cybersecurity Operations, and Cyber Governance?

Understand the connection between a COO and the principles of managed IT, cybersecurity, and cyber governance, and how the intersection of these services provides the strongest infrastructure.

Penetration Testing Process

Penetration testing is a way to identify and highlight security vulnerabilities. It safely exploits weaknesses to evaluate various IT infrastructure components such as operating systems, configurations, and end user behavior.

What is a Zero-Day Exploit?

A zero-day exploit is when a hacker takes advantage of a security vulnerability and exposes it to the public before developers have time to patch it. Discover which companies have experienced this.

Threads Has Arrived. Here’s What You Need to Know.

It’s important to stay informed about emerging digital platforms that could potentially impact your employees’ productivity, as well as the security and privacy of your organization’s data.

Cybersecurity Risks of 5G Networks

5G offers countless benefits, from lightning-fast speeds to astounding interconnectivity. However, with the many advantages 5G can bring your business, it also poses a few risks to your firm’s cybersecurity.

Learning from T-Mobile’s Cybersecurity Mistakes

As one of the largest carrier cybersecurity breaches on record, T-Mobile’s August 2021 breach offers many valuable lessons on the importance of enterprise cybersecurity.