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October 28, 2026 — 2 min read
When a $1 million hacker bounty becomes a cybersecurity warning
October 28, 2026 — 2 min read
When a $1 million hacker bounty becomes a cybersecurity warning
A reported $1 million reward for information that could identify an alleged hacker is the kind of number that grabs attention. But the more important story for security teams is what sits behind the headline: attackers continue to pursue access to financial accounts, identities and credentials, and organizations need defenses that assume those attacks will keep coming.
September 30, 2026 — 9 min read
Microsoft AI Security for SMBs: Purview Coverage Explained
September 30, 2026 — 9 min read
Microsoft AI Security for SMBs: Purview Coverage Explained
See what Microsoft Purview covers for AI security, where additional controls may help, and how Acronis GenAI Protection supports SMBs and MSPs.
June 10, 2026 — 5 min read
Why MSPs should manage security awareness training like any other security control
June 10, 2026 — 5 min read
Why MSPs should manage security awareness training like any other security control
AI phishing, BEC and social engineering have made user behavior part of the attack path. Acronis Security Awareness Training helps MSPs reduce human risk at scale.
March 06, 2026 — 6 min read
What is email threat prevention? A complete guide in 2026
March 06, 2026 — 6 min read
What is email threat prevention? A complete guide in 2026
Learn how email threat prevention blocks phishing, malware, BEC and zero-day attacks using AI, sandboxing, URL scanning and DMARC-based authentication.
February 23, 2026 — 3 min read
Major cyberthreats to anticipate in the Year of the Horse
February 23, 2026 — 3 min read
Major cyberthreats to anticipate in the Year of the Horse
As we celebrate Lunar New Year, it’s also a moment to reflect on our own origins. Acronis was founded in Singapore, where Lunar New Year is a festive season and cultural celebration of a new lunisolar calendar year. Honoring the Year of the Horse, this blog explores the cybersecurity challenges MSPs must be prepared for in 2026.
October 10, 2024 — 6 min read
How to Choose the Best Identity Theft Protection: A Comprehensive Guide
October 10, 2024 — 6 min read
How to Choose the Best Identity Theft Protection: A Comprehensive Guide
Looking for the best identity theft protection service? This guide helps you compare leading software and solutions to keep your sensitive data secure
May 23, 2024 — 6 min read
AI and phishing: A toxic pair
May 23, 2024 — 6 min read
AI and phishing: A toxic pair
The most common AI-fueled phishing attacks abuse generative AI tools such as Chat GPT and Google Gemini (formerly Google Bard). But there are also unsuspecting ways adversaries are using AI that MSPs and business should know about. The Senior Director of Technology, Acronis, shares two common ways and two “rare but possible” methods threat actors use to cultivate AI-based attacks.
March 12, 2024 — 3 min read
The NIS 2 Directive: Everything MSPs need to know
March 12, 2024 — 3 min read
The NIS 2 Directive: Everything MSPs need to know
The NIS 2 deadline is approaching. Here’s what MSPs need to know to prepare.
February 07, 2024 — 3 min read
Ransomware, phishing and software vulnerabilities created the most havoc in H2 2023
February 07, 2024 — 3 min read
Ransomware, phishing and software vulnerabilities created the most havoc in H2 2023
The “Acronis Cyberthreats Report, H2 2023: Alarming rise in cyberattacks, SMBs and MSPs in the crosshairs” is generated by Acronis data based on over 1,000,000 unique endpoints distributed around the world, focusing on 15 key countries. It explores the cyberattack trends and statistics that dominated H2 2023.
February 06, 2024 — 6 min read
Phishing is a Team(s) sport: Your clients' collaboration tools also need security
February 06, 2024 — 6 min read
Phishing is a Team(s) sport: Your clients' collaboration tools also need security
MSP clients are well aware of phishing attacks via email messages, but the vast majority don't recognize that collaboration applications pose danger. The current security offerings have inherent limitations when it comes to protecting your clients against unknown, complex cyberthreats. Explore dynamic detection and comprehensive protection with Acronis Collaboration App Security for Microsoft 365.
September 20, 2023 — 5 min read
Common cyberattacks and the tactics behind them
September 20, 2023 — 5 min read
Common cyberattacks and the tactics behind them
Many companies work diligently to guard against cyberattacks, and over the years, they have found tried-and-true techniques to combat these attacks and minimize their impact. A clear understanding of common cyberattacks and the tactics behind them is paramount for today’s businesses. If you know these attacks and tactics, you can plan accordingly; but most importantly, you can optimize your security posture.
July 25, 2023 — 11 min read
Email Phishing Unveiled: Identifying and Preventing Deceptive Attacks
July 25, 2023 — 11 min read
Email Phishing Unveiled: Identifying and Preventing Deceptive Attacks
Discover the ins and outs of email phishing in our comprehensive guide. Learn how to identify deceptive attacks and implement effective strategies to safeguard your digital communications against these prevalent threats.
December 19, 2022 — 4 min read
Acronis Cyberthreats Report Year-end 2022: Data under attack
December 19, 2022 — 4 min read
Acronis Cyberthreats Report Year-end 2022: Data under attack
Today we published the Acronis Cyberthreats Report: Year-end 2022, highlighting our findings from the back half of the year. In this free resource, you’ll find high-level trends in attack patterns, an overview of significant software vulnerabilities and detailed insights into the most dominant cybercrime gangs and their tactics — not to mention plenty of recommendations for staying safe in the year ahead.