What the U.S. Can Learn from Europe’s NIS2 Rollout: Lessons for Future Compliance
The European Union’s NIS2 Directive is sending ripples across the Atlantic — not only for U.S. companies already doing business in Europe but as a case study for what’s likely on the horizon in American compliance. As states and federal agencies introduce tougher cybersecurity mandates and incident reporting rules, NIS2’s implementation offers a unique preview […]
Commoditizing Cybercrime: How Ransomware-as-a-Service Changes the Risk Equation
Ransomware is no longer the domain of lone-wolf hackers or exotic APT syndicates. In 2025, the growth of Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) has industrialized cyber extortion on an unprecedented scale — bringing ruthless cybercriminal capabilities to anyone with cryptocurrency and a grudge. This “platformization” of ransomware not only amplifies the threat landscape but fundamentally challenges how organizations […]
Is AI Letting Your Compliance Slip? How ‘Silent’ Gaps Are Becoming the Biggest GRC Risk of 2025
2025 is seeing an explosion of AI-powered processes embedded throughout business operations — yet few companies update their Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) monitoring to match. In the rush to harness artificial intelligence for speed, efficiency, and insight, organizations across the globe have quietly introduced a new type of risk — a phenomenon security and […]
The Ingram Micro Ransomware Hack: What Happened and Why It Matters
Overview In early July 2025, Ingram Micro — one of the world’s largest distributors of IT products, cloud services, and technology solutions — was struck by a significant ransomware attack that disrupted its global operations, rippled through the tech supply chain, and serves as a warning for organizations everywhere. The incident was quickly linked to the […]
Zero-Trust Architecture: Compliance Mandate or Best Practice?
Why Zero Trust Has Become Essential The zero-trust security model flips the traditional notion of network security: instead of trusting devices and users inside a defined network perimeter, it requires continuous verification of every user and device—never trust, always verify. As threats have become more sophisticated and workforces more distributed, this approach is now a mainstream expectation, […]
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Why Off-Channel Messaging Is a Compliance Risk for MSPs and Their Clients
Today’s businesses thrive on speed and connectivity, but the rising use of unauthorized messaging and collaboration tools — known as off-channel communications or Shadow IT — poses a growing compliance and security risk. As enforcement actions accelerate, managed service providers (MSPs) must recognize these dangers not just for their clients, but also for their own operations and […]
Threat Alert: Sophisticated Deepfake Scams Surge, Targeting U.S. Financial Sector and Enterprises
July 2025 has marked a sharp escalation in deepfake-driven cybercrime targeting U.S. financial institutions and enterprises. Attackers are increasingly using AI-generated voice and video impersonations to trick employees into transferring funds or divulging sensitive information, often bypassing even well-established security protocols. These deepfake scams have evolved beyond traditional phishing and business email compromise. In several […]
Say Goodbye to CSVs: Why Legacy Audit Reporting Holds MSPs Back
For years, Managed Service Providers (MSPs) have leaned heavily on CSV exports to meet audit and compliance demands. Run a PowerShell script, wrangle the output, download a log, manually parse permissions — repeat for every client, every month. It’s how things have always been done. (No wonder so many MSPs still believe that compliance is […]
Bridging Visibility and Governance: What Next-Gen Compliance Should Look Like for MSPs
Modern Managed Service Providers (MSPs) face a new reality: compliance isn’t just about going through the motions for an auditor’s checklist — it’s about equipping organizations to detect, defend, and adapt to ever-evolving threats. Achieving true compliance maturity requires orchestrating both visibility into technical environments and governance through actionable, business-ready controls. Why Traditional Approaches Fall Short Many MSPs […]