Richmond, VA – Today, I am thrilled to announce the General Availability of Assura’s Vulnerability Management-as-a-Service (VMaaS). Assura’s VMaaS combines industry leading tools to identify and actively manage security weaknesses and insecure configurations in client environments. VMaaS is for organizations who want the power of industry leading vulnerability identification and management practices, but do not… Continue reading Assura Announces Vulnerability Management-as-a-Service
Author: Joshua Cole
Thoughts on the Cyberwar Between Russia and Ukraine (and the Rest of the World)
In the early 2000s, I began to hear colleagues talk about cyber warfare and declare that the next battlefront wasn’t going to be fought with “boots on the ground” but in cyberspace. These statements had credibility because those saying this were retired high-level officers from the US armed forces. If anyone knew about the future… Continue reading Thoughts on the Cyberwar Between Russia and Ukraine (and the Rest of the World)
Cyber security means good business (opportunities, that is)
We like to think cyber security is good for business, well, because it’s our business. But we’ve had clients come to us looking to bolster their cyber security compliance and know-how, all in an effort to win more business on their end. Here are three ways you can leverage your cyber security strategy into your… Continue reading Cyber security means good business (opportunities, that is)
Assura is now a Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Registered Provider Organization
If you’re a DoD contractor or subcontractor, you’ve probably already been introduced to the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification but have you done anything about it yet? Well, we have good news because Assura is now a Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Registered Provider Organization (RPO). Total mandated compliance with CMMC is still on the horizon, but… Continue reading Assura is now a Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Registered Provider Organization
Assura Announces Ransomware Protection Pack™
I am thrilled to announce the general availability of Assura’s Ransomware Protection Pack™, a comprehensive suite of tools and services that protects organizations of all sizes from falling victim to the scourge of ransomware. Ransomware is a type of malicious software that encrypts data on computers and remains that way until a ransom is paid… Continue reading Assura Announces Ransomware Protection Pack™
Beware Amazon Prime Day Scams
Good morning- Overview Today (Monday, July 15, 2019) marks the start of Amazon Prime Day. Prime Day, which runs through tomorrow is a once-a-year event where Amazon.com places numerous items on sale at steep discounts. It is also a “prime” opportunity for scammers to send phishing emails and perpetrate other scams that can put your… Continue reading Beware Amazon Prime Day Scams
Assura Awarded VASCUPP Contract for Cyber Services
Hi everyone! We’re delighted to announce that Assura was just awarded a contract for cyber security products and services by the Virginia Association of State College and University Purchasing Professionals (VASCUPP). Contract number UCPJMU5318 allows eligible purchasing activities to procure cyber security-related products and services from Assura at pre-negotiated discounts. All of Assura’s services including Virtual ISO™ are on contract… Continue reading Assura Awarded VASCUPP Contract for Cyber Services
What is a Penetration Test (in Plain English)?
Maybe you’ve been told you that your organization needs to conduct a Penetration Test. Maybe it’s your auditor that’s said it, maybe your IT folks are telling you that it’s needed, or maybe you are the IT director and you just don’t know what to ask for from a penetration testing provider. To use a… Continue reading What is a Penetration Test (in Plain English)?
The Duel Factor Podcast – Coming Soon (We Promise!)
CEO and CTO. Husband and Wife. Welcome to Assura’s Cybersecurity Podcast hosted by Karen and Joshua Cole! Coming soon!
The Dark Web
The Surface Web is only 10% of the total size of the Internet. All sites on the surface web are indexed by search engines and are easily accessible. Examples of the surface web are Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, etc. The Deep Web and Dark Web contain the other 90% of the Internet. The Deep Web includes: Non-public… Continue reading The Dark Web