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Moving to the cloud is one of the most consequential technology decisions a mid-sized business can make. AWS and Microsoft Azure offer extraordinary capabilities, and for most organizations, the shift brings real gains in flexibility, performance, and cost control. But cloud environments carry security requirements that many leadership teams underestimate. The platforms themselves are secure. How your organization configures, governs, and monitors them is a different story en

Anibal Aguirre is accused by federal prosecutors of orchestrating a massive ATM fraud scheme that siphoned millions of dollars from U.S. cash machines. Learn about the alleged operation and its financial impact.

Critical 'CrackArmor' vulnerabilities in Linux's AppArmor security module allow root escalation and container bypass, affecting over 12.6 million systems. Learn about the risks and recommended actions.

Choosing an IT partner is one of the most consequential technology decisions a business leader will make. The proposal looks polished, the pricing seems competitive, and the sales conversation went smoothly. But none of that tells you what working with that company will actually feel like six months in. The real evaluation happens in the details most organizations overlook. Key Takeaways A well-designed proposal does not guarantee a well-run partnership. The evaluation proces

Apple releases critical security updates iOS 15.8.7 and iOS 16.7.15 for older iPhones and iPads to patch vulnerabilities exploited by the Coruna exploit kit.

Discover the details of the massive IDMerit data leak exposing nearly 1 billion identity records. Learn about the potential risks and steps you can take to protect yourself from identity theft and fraud.

Chicago businesses are no longer asking whether technology matters to their operations. They are asking whether their technology strategy is actually working. Across industries, from manufacturing corridors on the Near West Side to financial firms in the Loop, the gap between companies that manage technology reactively and those that plan strategically is growing wider. IT consulting  has become the bridge that serious organizations are using to close that gap. Key Takeaways

Discover how UNC6426 exploited the nx npm supply chain to gain AWS administrator access in under 72 hours, and learn about the AI-assisted techniques used in this sophisticated cyberattack.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott directs state agencies to review cybersecurity risks associated with Chinese-made medical devices, citing concerns over patient data privacy and potential spying.

Financial services organizations operate in one of the most technology-dependent, compliance-intensive environments in any industry. The firms that pull ahead are not necessarily the ones with the largest budgets. They are the ones that use technology deliberately, strategically, and with a clear vision for where they are going. That is where IT consulting for financial services creates a measurable difference. When a firm works alongside an experienced technology advisor, t

Threat actors are using a modified AuraInspector tool to mass-scan poorly configured Salesforce Experience Cloud sites, risking sensitive corporate data. Learn how attackers exploit misconfigurations, the risks involved, and steps to secure your organization.

Cyber threats don’t slow down, and neither does the cybersecurity news cycle. Over the past week, multiple high-impact incidents, critical vulnerabilities, and emerging security trends surfaced that organizations can’t afford to ignore. Below is a concise roundup of the most important stories, highlighting what happened, why it matters, and what security teams should take away. Fintech Lender Figure Suffers Massive Data Breach, Exposing Nearly 1 Million Accounts Fintech lende