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October 10, 2024  — 6 min read
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October 10, 2024  — 6 min read
Survey reveals women in IT work harder to make slow progress
For women, progress in IT careers has proven to be both hard fought and slow, according to a global survey of female IT professionals conducted by Acronis.
January 01, 2024  — 9 min read
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January 01, 2024  — 9 min read
The Benefits of DRaaS: Protecting Your Business from the Unexpected
Disaster recovery-as-a-service (DRaaS) is a dedicated solution that third-party providers offer to small and large businesses to ensure data protection, limit downtime, and shorten Recovery Point Objectives (RPOs) when a disaster happens.
December 14, 2023  — 4 min read
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December 14, 2023  — 4 min read
Why your health care data protection strategy should include intellectual property
In today's real-world ransomware incidents in health care, patient data isn’t always the principal target of cyberattacks. Health care intellectual property continues to be a focus of some ransomware groups. This data includes patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, medical research, treatments and technologies. If intellectual property is breached, compliance violations and expensive penalties can follow.
December 12, 2023  — 4 min read
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December 12, 2023  — 4 min read
Acronis Cyberthreats Update, December 2023
The Acronis Cyberthreats Update covers current cyberthreat activity and trends, as observed by Acronis analysts and sensors. Figures presented here were gathered in November of this year and reflect threats that we detected as well as news stories from the public domain. This report represents a global outlook and is based on more than one million unique endpoints distributed around the world.
December 06, 2023  — 3 min read
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December 06, 2023  — 3 min read
Unlock your true potential with MSP Academy training and certification
Acronis is proud to announce the launch of MSP Academy, a comprehensive training program designed specifically for MSPs. With a focus on business operations, technology, sales and marketing, MSP Academy aims to equip MSPs with the knowledge, skills and tools necessary to excel and grow.
November 30, 2023  — 3 min read
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November 30, 2023  — 3 min read
Acronis named a Leader in IDC's Worldwide Cyber-Recovery 2023 Vendor Assessment
Acronis is named a Leader in the 2023 IDC MarketScape for worldwide cyber-recovery. This prestigious recognition highlights the growing importance of proactive defense and reactive recovery in dealing with cyberattacks. Acronis was one of the first data protection vendors to identify the need for cyber-recovery solutions, and this recognition solidifies its position as a global leader in the field of cyber protection.
November 29, 2023  — 3 min read
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November 29, 2023  — 3 min read
Acronis named a growth and innovation leader in Frost Radar™: Endpoint Security, 2023 report
Acronis is proud to have been named a global leader in Frost Radar™: Endpoint Security, 2023 for our outstanding innovation and growth across EDR and other capabilities. The Frost Radar™: Endpoint Security, 2023 report recognizes vendors that demonstrate excellence in growth potential, best practices, competitive intensity, customer value and partner potential.
November 28, 2023  — 2 min read
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November 28, 2023  — 2 min read
Understanding WORM backup: Ensuring compliance and security
In the world of data protection and compliance, WORM (write once, read many) backup technology plays a crucial role. This approach ensures that once data is written to a storage medium, it cannot be altered or deleted for a specified period. Understanding WORM backup is essential for organizations to ensure data integrity and compliance with regulatory standards.
November 22, 2023  — 2 min read
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November 22, 2023  — 2 min read
Fortify security and resilience for your clients with NIST
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework provides “voluntary guidance, based on existing standards, guidelines and practices for organization to better manage and reduce cybersecurity risk.” Whether your MSP is helping clients to qualify for cyber insurance or satisfy regulatory compliance, shoring up cyber protection in alignment with NIST Cybersecurity Framework is still a good idea.
November 21, 2023  — 4 min read
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November 21, 2023  — 4 min read
Why EDR is fundamental to qualifying for cyber insurance
This article focuses on the crucial requirements that help companies build cyber resilience and thereby qualify for cyber insurance coverage. We uncover the common reasons for cyber insurance denials, the challenges that today’s businesses face when applying for coverage, the business outcomes of obtaining insurance and the key features of EDR needed to satisfy policy requirements.
November 21, 2023  — 5 min read
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November 21, 2023  — 5 min read
The best line of defense against AI-enhanced cybersecurity threats
The rise of tools like ChatGPT leave organizations more vulnerable than ever to AI-enhanced cybersecurity threats. In this article, we’ll break down everything executives need to know about how generative AI tools like ChatGPT are increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of cybersecurity attacks, and how solutions like endpoint detection and response have the speed and sophistication needed to thwart them.
November 15, 2023  — 10 min read
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November 15, 2023  — 10 min read
Ransomware diaries, part 1: QazLocker -Cyb3rK1dZ has more time than skills
This article is the first in the ransomware diaries series. We will provide an in-depth look at some active ransomware families, such as Mallox or encryptors from the Epsilon Gang, revealing the unique picture they occasionally paint, along with commonalities they maintain along the way. Every family will represent a different piece of the current ransomware landscape to showcase how diversified it has become over the years.
November 13, 2023  — 17 min read
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November 13, 2023  — 17 min read
What is Vulnerability Management?
Explore the essentials of vulnerability management in this insightful overview. Understand its importance in cybersecurity, learn about identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks, and discover how to fortify your digital defenses effectively.