Author: Sean Slattery

Got NIST?

As the NIST framework grows in popularity, many small and medium-sized organizations are struggling with getting started at a high-level. This presentation from the RSA Conference is a good primer. https://www.rsaconference.com/industry-topics/webcast/22-nist-cybersecurity-framework-explained

Quick Take: ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus

If you’re looking for a low cost but effective, cloud-based patch management system, ManageEngine’s Patch Manager Plus Cloud edition is pretty good! https://www.manageengine.com/patch-management/edition-comparison.html I have been working with ManageEngine for a few years, mostly...

My Top 10 Criteria for Evaluating Technology

The last time I looked, there were over 1000 cybersecurity companies in business! As a service provider, I’m constantly being solicited with partnering requests to introduce the latest and greatest widget to my customers....

Snake Ransomware Suspected in Honda Attack

What started as ransomware on one internal file server spread through their network and eventually forced a suspension of business activities including vehicle manufacturing and shipping. References cited in this article indicate that Honda...

I love documentation!

Documentation is the most enjoyable aspect of technology right? Who am I kidding?! In all seriousness, documenting our work, whether it be for business continuity purposes, creating training material or when evaluating a new...

SANS Free Cybersecurity Community Resources and Programs

ICYMI, SANS instructors produce thousands of free content-rich resources for the information security community annually. These resources are aimed to provide the latest in research and technology available to help support awareness and growth...

Android: Why this photo is bricking some phones

BBC, 2 Jun 2020: Dozens of Android phone owners are reporting on social media that a picture featuring a lake, a cloudy sunset and a green shoreline is crashing their handsets when used as...