What is Cyber Security? Let’s break Cyber Security down into its parts. What is Cyber? Cyber is a buzz word that relates to anything involving computers. Computers can be anything these days. Smartphones, laptops, tablets, ATM machines, even some watches are computers. What is Security?…
MainNerve LLC Announces Commitment to Global Efforts Supporting and Promoting Online Safety and Privacy for Cybersecurity Awareness Month
CyberSecurity Awareness Month September 17, 2020 — MainNerve LLC today announced its commitment to Cybersecurity Awareness Month. It is held annually in October. The Cybersecurity Awareness Month Champions Program is a collaborative effort. It includes businesses, government agencies, colleges and universities, associations, nonprofit organizations and…
If you think the Rules of Engagement sound like a war movie, you’re not alone. In the penetration testing world, it’s more about cyber warfare, indirectly. What is it? Proactive penetration testing can help combat would-be attackers by identifying vulnerabilities before they do. The Rules…
Earlier this year, Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) released guidelines for minimum security criteria to be used by CTPAT members. This includes physical security as well as cybersecurity. What is CTPAT CTPAT is open to members of the trade community who demonstrate that their…
Many Internet of Things Devices Have Significant Vulnerability
Last week, JSOF published 19 vulnerabilities found in Internet of Things devices. Ripple20 is the name for the collection of vulnerabilities. JSOF is a team of experienced cyber security professionals, with a wide and deep understanding of software, technology, and security. Â They have deemed this…
Password Behavior: How to Secure Your Accounts Better
LastPass, a password management software company, recently conducted a survey on password behavior. They surveyed 3,250 global respondents revealing poor password hygiene. Nearly half (44%) of the respondents stated that they reuse passwords or similar passwords on multiple sites. While most (91%) stated they know…
The idea is not to target anyone or call people and industries out. The goal of this collection of data breaches is to help inform people who are trying to protect sensitive information from the hackers who would love to have it. This helps decision-makers…
Conducting pen tests might seem easy enough with the right tools and some YouTube videos. Sure, you can do the test yourself, but here’s why you shouldn’t. Pen test certifications Pen testers should have certifications that show they know what they are doing. These certifications…
Social Engineering, Fraud, and Hacking During COVID-19
Instances of social engineering, fraud, and hacking are rising during the COVID-19 pandemic. Stimulus Check Fraud One such fraud case is related to the stimulus checks that are being sent out to citizens of the United States. The individuals may receive paper checks in the…
In speaking with many of our clients, MainNerve’s staff has fielded countless questions about the type of penetration testing and approach that will be used, such as black box testing. Often, clients are uncertain of what they need for their business. We work with them…
