Organizations have spent billions in various cybersecurity controls and countermeasures, yet many fail to maximize the potential of these investments to drive the ROI we should demand. One key area where organizations can realize significant value is within the...
Cybersecurity
Developing a Culture of Security Â
In the interest of moving beyond conventional SAT guidance, it’s essential to treat employees as responsible adults capable of making informed decisions. By empowering individuals to assess risks, make sound choices, and respond effectively to potential threats, we...
Cybersecurity Awareness Month with Converge, Your Trusted Partner in Cybersecurity
As we observe Cybersecurity Awareness Month this October, it’s a critical time for businesses to take a proactive approach to protecting their digital assets. With the 2025 theme of "Secure Our World," this year’s focus is on building a secure and resilient digital...
Microsoft 365 and Azure: Mandatory Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Requirements Effective October 2024Â
Starting October 15th, 2024, Microsoft is rolling out mandatory multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all Azure users who sign into applications to perform any Create, Read, Update, or Delete (CRUD) operations. Part of a broader initiative within Microsoft’s...
AI’s Paradigm Shift
In 18 months, we have gone from AI being emergent to vendors embedding it in every facet of technology. So much so that hardware manufacturers are redesigning products to accommodate on-board AI/LLM processing capabilities. In light of the rapidly changing landscape...
Urgent Focus on IAM: Combatting the 71% Surge in Credential-Based Attacks
If somebody stole your credentials, would your organization be able to detect it? If so, how long do you think it would take? Many might not know the answer to the first question, and many more might be embarrassed to answer the second. But identity breaches can be...
Is AI Friend or Foe to Cybersecurity?
The buzz surrounding artificial intelligence is echoing through most industries. Unlike some advancements that light up media channels only to quickly disappear, AI’s rapid development and adoption is changing tools and tasks. AI isn’t new, but recent mainstream...
PTaaS vs. Penetration Testing vs Red Teaming: Understanding the Differences & Which to Choose
Everything is just theory until tested. In cybersecurity, the outcome of a failed theory is real-world problems like hijacked or stolen data, damaged brand trust, and tangible financial costs. This is where offensive security comes into play. In the hands of highly...
