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Dallas-Based MSSP Blackswan Brings Digital Executive Protection to High-Net-Worth Clients and Corporate Accounts
Blackswan Co-founder and COO Christopher Roach about his organization, what intrigues the company most about bringing digital executive protection to its customers, and the main challenges and opportunities surrounding the rollout of BlackCloak. ...
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Healthcare Breaches Expose Sensitive Information; Twitter Users’ Data Leaked Online
In this installment of the Thursday Threat Update, a series of healthcare data breaches exposed the sensitive information belonging to millions of patients, while Twitter users had their data leaked online. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
‘Tis the Season! 3 Ways High-Net-Worth Families Can Protect Against Holiday Phishing Scams
BlackCloak Founder and CEO Dr. Chris Pierson covers three ways you can protect yourself from holiday phishing scams. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
FBI issues warning over impersonation scam; New phishing campaign encourages targets to call malicious actors
In this installment of the Thursday Threat Update, the FBI issued a warning over refund payment portal impersonators and a new phishing campaign encourages targets to call malicious actors. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Hacker in the house: 4 ways cybercriminals are targeting advisors' personal networks
BlackCloak Founder and CEO Dr. Chris Pierson looks at four ways cybercriminals target financial advisors' personal networks. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Healthcare data breach affects millions; Google releases security patch for Chrome
In this installment of the Thursday Threat Update, and Advocate Aurora Health experienced a data breach affecting three million people. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Impersonating Executives’ LinkedIn Profiles Presents a Significant Challenge for CISOs
BlackCloak Founder and CEO Dr. Chris Pierson explains the challenges chief information security officers face with impersonated LinkedIn profiles. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
How to Delete Your Uber Account Following Another Significant Data Breach
This blog lays out the steps to follow if you want to delete your Uber account. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Verizon Experiences Data Breach; Sensitive Information Stolen From Healthcare Organizations
In this installment of the BlackCloak Thursday Threat Update, Verizon experiences a data breach affecting prepaid customers and several healthcare organizations had sensitive information stolen. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Why Cybercriminals Target the Home Networks of Execs and High-Access Employees
BlackCloak Founder and CEO Dr. Chris Pierson explains why cybercriminals target the home networks of executives and high-access employees. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
BlackCloak’s QR Code Scanner Keeps You Safe by Scanning for Malicious Content
Learn about BlackCloak's new QR code scanner you can access in your mobile app, including how it protects you in ways a normal QR code scanner cannot. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Phishing scam targets Capital One customers; Cybercriminals leak stolen school district data
In this installment of the BlackCloak Thursday Threat Update, a phishing scam targets CapitalOne customers and cybercriminals leaked data stolen from the Los Angeles Unified School District. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
How Panacea Smart Solutions Helps Solve Customers’ Problems with Digital Executive Protection
Panacea Smart Solutions Vice President of Business Development Brian Collins talks about how his company addresses digital executive protection. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Microsoft issues warning over malware threat; New York-based healthcare organization discloses data breach
In this installment of the BlackCloak Thursday Threat Update, Microsoft issues a warning over ChromeLoader malware and 318,000 patients were affected by a data breach against a New York-based healthcare organization. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Why High-Access Employees Need Digital Executive Protection
BlackCloak Founder and CEO Dr. Chris Pierson explains why high access employees need digital executive protection. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
New VPN Service Makes Digital Privacy Protection More Convenient
Learn how BlackCloak's new VPN service works, and why it's a convenient tool to protect your privacy no matter where you are. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Recent Cyber Attacks Confirm Personal Digital Lives are a Risk to Enterprise Security
BlackCloak Founder and CEO Dr. Chris Pierson writes about three notable cyberattacks where the main attack vector came from someone's personal digital life. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Nelnet breach affects 2.5M student loan accounts; Google releases emergency Chrome security update
In this installment of the Thursday Threat Update, Nelnet Services experienced a breach affecting 2.5 million student loan accounts, and Google released an emergency security update for Chrome. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
“Smishing:” When Phishing Moves from Email to Phone
Learn about phishing campaigns sent through SMS text messages, a tactic commonly known as "smishing." View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Streaming Media Platform Plex and Novant Health Experience Data Breaches
In this installment of the Thursday Threat Update, streaming media platform Plex and Novant Health both experience data breaches. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Webinar Recap: What Small Businesses Get Wrong About Cybersecurity
BlackCloak Founder and CEO Dr. Chris Pierson participates in a webinar on what small businesses get wrong about cybersecurity, and how to avoid common mistakes. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Concierge Digital Protection For Corporate Executives and High-Access Employees
BlackCloak Founder and CEO Dr. Chris Pierson discusses how companies can be targeted through the digital presence of their executives. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
How to Protect Senior Citizens from Online Scams
In recognition of Elder Abuse Awareness Month, learn about some of the scams cybercriminals deploy against senior citizens, as well as how you can help protect them. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Twilio experiences data breach; Cybercriminals target crypto users’ login credentials and funds
In this installment of the Thursday Threat Update, Twilio experiences a data breach after employees fall for a "smishing" scheme, and cybercriminals target crypto users' login credentials and funds through a phishing scheme. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
BlackCloak Brings Digital Executive Protection to Black Hat 2022
Ahead of Black Hat 2022, BlackCloak previews what we will bring to the conference. View Article
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Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
The Challenge Digital Executive Protection Poses to Enterprise Security Teams
Learn why enterprise security teams ultimately cannot protect executives' digital lives once they leave the office. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Millions of records exposed in Twitter, Neopets data breaches
In this installment of the Thursday Threat Update, data breaches impacted millions of Twitter and Neopets users. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Amid Layoffs and Recessionary Fears, Digital Executive Protection is More Critical Than Ever
BlackCloak Founder and CEO explores why digital executive protection is critical in a time of economic uncertainty. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
The Future of Executive Protection is Digital
Learn why organizations should look to digital executive protection to help reduce risks manifesting in both the physical and digital worlds. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Despite Security Advances, Scammers Continue to Make Bank Via Wire Fraud
Learn how wire fraud works, highlights some of the red flags associated with these schemes, and details what you should do if you send money to a scammer. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Phishing Campaign Targets Twitter & Discord Users; Aon Discloses Data Breach
In this installment of BlackCloak's Thursday Threat Update, a pair of phishing target Twitter and Discord users, and Anon reveals it experienced a data breach affecting nearly 146,000 customers. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Three Reasons Why CSOs Can Stake Their Claim to Digital Executive Protection
BlackCloak Founder and CEO Dr. Chris Pierson lays out three reasons why Chief Security Officers can own digital executive protection. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Level Solutions Group Brings Digital Executive Protection to Data Center Industry
Level Solutions Group Vice President of Sales Kenyon Barnett talks about his company's partnership with BlackCloak through our partner program View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Texas hospitals hit by data breach; Phishing scheme targets Facebook login credentials
In this installment of the Thursday Threat Update, two Texas hospitals experienced a data breach, and a phishing scheme targets Facebook login credentials View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Healthcare data breach affects 2 million; Malware allows cybercriminals to steal payment card numbers
In this installment of the Thursday Threat Update, Shields Health Care Group experienced a data breach affecting two million people, while a form of malware allows cybercriminals to steal payment card numbers from Google Chrome. View Article ...
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Fireside Chat with ESG: End User Protection Meets Digital Executive Protection
BlackCloak Founder and CEO Dr. Chris Pierson joined Enterprise Strategy Group cybersecurity analyst Jack Poller for a fireside chat on digital executive protection and end user protection strategies for this year and beyond. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Should Chief Security Officers Bear Responsibility for Digital Executive Protection?
BlackCloak Founder and CEO Dr. Chris Pierson explores the role CISOs should play in digital executive protection View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
How to Prevent and Respond to Social Media Impersonations
Learn how to prevent cybercriminals from impersonating you on social media, and what to do when you find fake profiles on these platforms View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
General Motors Announces Data Breach; Zoom Releases Security Patch
In this installment of the Thursday Threat Update, General Motors announced it experienced a data breach, while Zoom released a security patch to address vulnerabilities View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Protect Your Executives’ Cybersecurity Amidst Global Cyberwar
As the Russian-Ukraine conflict continues, here's why you need to protect your executives' cybersecurity. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
RSA Conference 2022 Preview with ITSP Magazine
BlackCloak Founder and CEO Dr. Christopher Pierson discusses his upcoming speaking sessions at RSA 2022 with ITSP Magazine. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Should Chief Security Officers Bare Responsibility for Digital Executive Protection?
BlackCloak Founder and CEO Dr. Christopher Pierson offers four things to know about safeguarding an executive’s online privacy and, ultimately, their physical safety. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Texas Department of Insurance data breach affects millions; personal data of VPN users leaked on Telegram
In this installment of the Thursday Threat Update, data breaches affect the Texas Department of Insurance and Telegram users. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
4 Reasons Why CISOs Cannot Protect Executives’ Personal Digital Lives
BlackCloak Founder and CEO Dr. Christopher Pierson offers four reasons why you can’t task your employees with protecting your executives in their personal digital lives. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Protecting Children’s Privacy Online Without Disruption
BlackCloak Founder and CEO Dr. Christopher Pierson offers six unobtrusive safeguards to protect your children’s privacy online. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Phishing scheme targets verified Twitter users; Vulnerability leaves millions of routers & IoT devices at risk
In this installment of the Thursday Threat Update, we take a look at a phishing scheme targeting verified Twitter users, and a security vulnerability that leaves millions of routers and internet of things devices a risk. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
World Password Day 2022: Poor Password Practices Can be Costly
In recognition of World Password Day 2022, learn how poor password practices can lead to negative consequences, both personally and professionally. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Executive Social Media Monitoring’s Role in Digital Executive Protection
Learn how monitoring social media factors into digital executive protection, and the role BlackCloak plays in this particular area. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Mortgage servicer data breach affects 2.5 million; Crypto wallet provider warns iOS users
In this installment of the Thursday Threat Update, Lakeview Loan Servicing suffered a data breach affecting 2.5 million people, and a crypto wallet provider offered a warning to iOS users. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
99 percent of Executives Listed on More Than Three-Dozen Data Broker Websites
Research conducted by BlackCloak found 99% of our executive members had information hosted on more than three-dozen data broker websites. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Three Best Practices to Prevent Identity Fraud
In recognition of Identity Management Day, here are three best practices to help protect yourself from identity fraud. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Mailchimp data breach targets crypto; GitLab updates security vulnerabilities
In this installment of the Thursday Threat Update, a Mailchimp data breach targets crypto users, while GitLab released patches to address security vulnerabilities. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Cyberattacks Target Families of Newfound Wealth
Learn why cybercriminals target families of newfound wealth, and what you can do to protect your and your loved ones from cyberattacks. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Attackers Deploy SIM Hijacking to Breach Cryptocurrency Accounts
Learn how cybercriminals have leveraged SIM hijacking attacks to breach cryptocurrency accounts. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
CRM data breach leaks personal info tied to crypto accounts; Healthcare security breach affects 100K
In this installment of BlackCloak's Thursday Threat Update, learn about data breaches affecting a healthcare organization and cryptocurrency users. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Preparing for Collateral Damage From the Russia-Ukraine Cyberwar
Learn how you can prepare for any collateral damage that may arise from a cyberwar between Russia and Ukraine. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
How Family Office Leaders Can Protect Their Company & Their Clients From Business Email Compromise
Learn how business email compromise attacks can affect family offices and what you can do to prevent these cyberattacks. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Mozilla Releases Security Patch for Firefox; AGs Warn T-Mobile Data Breach Victims
In this installment of BlackCloak's Thursday Threat Update, learn about a security patch released by Mozilla and warnings from state Attorneys General about the 2021 T-Mobile data breach. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
New Registration Bomb Email Attack Distracts Victims of Financial Fraud
Learn about registration bomb email attacks, including how to prevent them and what happened when Walmart faced this particular problem. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Security Vulnerabilities Found in WordPress Plugin & Select Apple Devices
In this installment of BlackCloak's Thursday Threat Updates, we look at security vulnerabilities found in a popular WordPress plugin and certain Apple devices View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
The Resurgence of Man-in-the-Middle Attacks & How to Stop Them
Learn about man-in-the-middle attacks, including how they take place and the ways you can stop them. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
What You Need to Know About Criminals & Identity Thieves Misusing Apple AirTags for Nefarious Purposes
Learn all about Apple AirTags, including how they work and the ways they can be misused by bad actors. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Data Breaches Impact Morley Companies & Washington State Department of Licensing
In this installment of BlackCloak's Thursday Threat Update, we look at data breaches affecting Morley Companies and the Washington State Department of Licensing. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Safer Internet Day 2022: How to Deactivate or Delete Your Facebook and Instagram Accounts
In honor of Safer Internet Day, we explain how you can deactivate and delete your Facebook and Instagram accounts. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Breaking Down BlackCloak Part 4 — Concierge Client Service
In the final installment of our series on digital executive protection, we explore the uniqueness of our concierge approach, why it’s essential to help navigate the complexities of today’s threat landscape, and how it helps ensure peace of mind. ...
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
National Data Privacy Day 2022: Top 6 Safeguards to Reduce Risk of Data Breach, Identity Theft, & Financial Fraud
In honor of Data Privacy Day, we look at six ways to reduce your risk of becoming a victim of a data breach, identity theft and financial fraud. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Thursday Threat Update 1/27/22: Data Breaches Affect Moncler & OpenSubtitles
In this installment of BlackCloak's Thursday Threat Update, we look at data breaches affecting Moncler and OpenSubtitles. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Breaking Down BlackCloak Part 3 — We Help Protect Executives’ Homes
In the third installment of our four-part series on digital executive protection explores the cybersecurity and privacy risks to the home and how BlackCloak proactively reduces threats before they can manifest. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Breaking Down BlackCloak Part 2 — We Help Protect Executives' Personal Devices
In the second part of our four part series on digital executive protection, we discuss how BlackCloak helps protect personal devices outside of corporate control, such as smartphones, tablets, laptops, and computers, from cyberattack. View Articl...
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Thursday Threat Update 1/13/22: Data Breaches Impact Broward Health & FlexBooker
In the first installment of BlackCloak's Thursday Threat Update, we look at data breaches affecting Broward Health & FlexBooker. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Breaking Down BlackCloak Part 1 — We Help Protect Your Executives' Privacy
In the first of this four part series on digital executive protection, we discuss how BlackCloak helps protect executives' privacy. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Five Emerging Privacy & Cybersecurity Risks to Executives & High-Profile Individuals
Learn about five emerging privacy and cybersecurity risks executives and high-profile individuals face in 2022. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
Examining the Modern Attack Surface: Quantifying the Risks to Individuals and the Enterprise
Read the key takeaways from BlackCloak's “Quantifying the Business Need for Digital Executive Protection” data report. View Article
Written by
Ryan Chiavetta
Updated on : 30 Mar 2023
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