Catch up on the latest action in cybersecurity

First, a fun fact that has nothing to do with cybersecurity:

Sloths can hold their breath longer than dolphins.

Now, time for your regularly scheduled roundup of updates, insights and advice to help decode the most pressing challenges in cybersecurity.

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What we’re up to

Fun in the sun ??

Cynet teammates gathered at Caesarea Beach to relax, recharge and celebrate the end of summer. "It was a day filled with smiles, laughter, and that special sense of togetherness that makes Cynet unique," says Hadar Sahar , who organized the unforgettable outing.

Global event grind ??

Team Cynet made a splash as several recent cybersecurity events.

In Naples and Palermo, Italy, after showcasing the advantages enabled by our All-in-One Cybersecurity Platform, Marco Lucchina proved that cybersecurity is always in style with custom Cynet fedoras.

At International Cyber Expo in London, Cynet Co-founder & COO Netanel Amar took the stage to share guidance for SMB leaders to maximize cybersecurity program ROI. Cynet's stand was at the center of the action as attendees saw firsthand how our All-in-One Platform enables enterprise-grade protection for small security teams.

Partnership & practical advice ??

On Oct. 4, Ralph Blanco , President/CEO for our partner ECMSI , will unpack SMB cybersecurity insights with George Tubin and Kenji Dustin . Sign up for guidance: "How to Protect Small Businesses Against Advanced Cyberthreats"

Top trends & security stories

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Stats reveal which cybersecurity capabilities MSSPs are prioritizing to stand out in an increasingly competitive market.

Vadim Sedletsky distills key findings in a new blog, "Navigating the Cybersecurity Landscape: The Challenges for MSSPs."

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"49% of directors see cybersecurity as a significant oversight challenge," reports CIO Online . CISOs and CIOs still struggle to bring boards up to speed regarding risk posture.

More on the challenge:

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A data leak at the background check firm MC2 Data has exposed sensitive data about "a staggering amount of US citizens."

Find out more from Cybernews :

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For 23andMe , financial instability and fallout continue after hackers stole the personal and genetic data of nearly 7 million people in Oct. 2023. "The company has become a cautionary tale of why cybersecurity is a business decision for any enterprise first," reports VentureBeat .

Dive deeper:

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Cybersecurity risks to public utilities are back in the news after a water treatment facility Arkansas City, Kansas, was rocked by a cyberattack. 70% of water utilities are out of compliance, according to the EPA in May.

Find out more from Cybersecurity Dive :

Pro tips, templates & resources

This infographic shares fresh stats to shed light on which capabilities MSPs and MSSPs are prioritizing to protect clients from emerging threats amid rising costs and an ongoing skills shortage.

We’ll be back with more in two weeks. You can also book a custom demo to learn more about Cynet’s All-in-One Cybersecurity Platform.

Until then, here’s your reward for reading all the way through ??

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