Ron Navarreta’s Blog

In addition to the socioeconomic and healthcare effects of COVID, the pandemic’s urgency and speed also caused the acceleration of many disruptions in technology. Even though life appears to be returning to normal, one of the biggest challenges in 2021 and beyond will be protecting data and corporate networks’ integrity. 

Machine learning is a subset of artificial intelligence that has real-world applications. It works because of computer algorithms that improve automatically through their own experience, not because of human interaction. These complex algorithms analyze and process vast volumes of data at superhuman speed, then detect patterns and make predictions. Since most breaches to corporate security are caused by inadvertent or malicious control at user-access points, it’s essential to look for ways to stop the problem at its source. Machine learning helps businesses analyze and respond to threats at a much faster rate without impeding company growth. Machine learning also enables companies to analyze their networks and endpoints for vulnerabilities, as well as the new exciting world of threat intelligence.

Now more than ever, the scary headlines about hackers are prevalent in the news. It’s the unseen enemy. No matter how much a company puts up its virtual walls, there will always be criminals trying to break them down. Data is the loot in the vault, and it is a fear that all industries share, from retail to government. As a business, you have an obligation to protect your customers’ data. Some tips can help.

Malware is any software that is intentionally designed to cause damage. This might mean damage to an isolated computer, a server, or an entire network. It can attach to people’s computers in many ways and enter through a variety of forms. Emails might have fake links that lead to downloading computer viruses or worms. Also known as trojan horses, some malware disguises itself as an existing software update and then infects your system. There are many iterations of malware with varying degrees of danger such as adware, spyware, and ransomware. Even if you are a home user, you are still a front-line witness to the abundance of hacking attempts, phishing scams, and spam emails that are so overwhelming these days. For corporations, the threat is much more dangerous because they are being entrusted with their finances, clients’ data, and employees’ personal information. is trying to attack computers and expose data at a level never seen before. For this reason, the antiviral software game is in a constant battle to stay on top of the latest schemes. 

If you run a business, you have to be prepared to face a variety of threats, and one of the most important is cybercrime. There’s good reason to be afraid. The amount of damage that a cybercriminal can do is sometimes not even known until it’s too late. According to The Global Economic Crime and Fraud survey, cybercrimes account for the second-largest number of reported economic cases, jeopardizing approximately 32% of corporations around the world. 

Cybercrime is a very real threat, and criminals get smarter every day. Anti-attack software is constantly assessing new risks and updating databases to combat the onslaught of threats against big data from corporations, as well as individuals. There are several ways to improve this ever-changing landscape. An IT security officer needs to understand the importance of never taking a breather in the fight against cybercrime.

Just like in the real world, there are several types of dangerous scenarios that could potentially occur on a college campus. One of the things that prospective students are keeping a vigilant eye on while touring colleges is the enforcement of safety protocols. Applying the methodology of best practices to college campus security is a proven technique that saves many.