Archive for Cybersecurity

Keep Your Data Safe During a Nation-State Threat

Let’s take a look at what happened with SolarWinds and how the skills and strategies Agio uses day-to-day are excellent ways to protect yourself when the unexpected comes calling.

2021 SEC Division of Examinations Security Policies Report

The 2021 Examination Security Priorities report noted that even with the shift to work-from-home environments, financial services maintained continuity, resiliency, and dependability.

A Brief Overview of U.S. Privacy Laws

A brief overview of U.S. privacy laws that give protections to individuals regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information by both the public and private sectors.

Hackers Compromise Nearly 2,000 Robinhood Accounts

Nearly 2,000 users of stock trading and investment app Robinhood are the latest victims of a steady string of financially motivated cyber-attacks.

Security Operations Centers are Only as Good as a Company’s Culture

Here are some ideas that demonstrate the steps we take to be effective and productive.

Hacking Awareness & Alternate Data Streams (ADS)

This post highlights some of the common technology that bad actors may use against systems to orchestrate attacks.

Incomplete XDR Coverage Leaves You Vulnerable

Imagine yourself in this situation: You’re a diverse global company. COVID-19 is everywhere and hurting business, so you have to furlough some people.

Guide to Reducing Risk in Shared Workspaces

As alternative investment firms consider reopening their offices, many hedge fund and private equity CTOs are asking about the cybersecurity implications of moving to a shared office model.

How Insider Threats Exposed Twitter (and How You Can Prevent That)

This week was rough for Twitter- they suffered a major breach that led to high-profile accounts being hacked.

How Agio Securely Empowers Remote Users

Telecommuting isn’t new, but not every business thought it was right for them. Enter COVID-19: the virus that turned outdated thinking on its head.

How Has Your Business Continuity Plan Evolved as a Result of COVID-19?

COVID-19 came out of nowhere, set up camp, and put everyone physically and mentally at risk–not to mention stretching your business continuity plan beyond anything you planned for.

A CTO’s Guide to Fighting Remote Worker Cybersecurity Complacency

Here’s a list of cybersecurity reminders you can share with your remote workforce to refresh their understanding of your firm’s cybersecurity expectations and their role in keeping the firm secure.