Kendra Haines

Kendra Haines

Network Security Specialist
Kendra Haines is an IT expert specializing in IT infrastructure, development, and security. She shares her perspectives on numerous topics, such as vulnerabilities, configurations of cloud technologies, and benefits of hyper-converged infrastructure. Kendra focuses on simplifying complex topics, making her content accessible to buyers and decision makers.
What Is Vishing, and How Can You Protect Yourself Against It?
Editorial What Is Vishing, and How Can You Protect Yourself Against It?

Voice phishing—or vishing—is a fraudulent method in which some people contact you, claiming to represent the authorities (police, prosecutors) or employees of the IT team. Then, they request remote access to your computer under various pretexts, their real purpose being to access bank data and per

Top Eight Cybersecurity Trends to Prepare for in 2023
Editorial Top Eight Cybersecurity Trends to Prepare for in 2023

In 2023, cybersecurity is a critical area of focus for businesses and organizations as technology evolves and the threat of cyberattacks becomes more prevalent. Cybersecurity professionals are burdened with data breaches, ransomware attacks, phishing scams, and real-world threats from the

What Is OS Fingerprinting and How to Prevent This Threat
Editorial What Is OS Fingerprinting and How to Prevent This Threat

The growing number of Internet users brings with it a proportional increase in cyberattacks. And as the number of attacks increases, organizations and individuals alike should prepare and protect their vital information. Operating System (OS) Fingerprinting could pose a major threat and have

5 Strategies for Balancing Security, Acquisition, and Support Costs Without Sacrificing CX
Editorial 5 Strategies for Balancing Security, Acquisition, and Support Costs Without Sacrificing CX

Since its inception, the global pandemic has continued to have a long-lasting impact on how we buy, work, and also how our businesses operate.  As such, user behaviour has naturally evolved, leading to developments in customer experience (CX) to meet the changing needs and expectations brought

The Secure USB Stick—The Little Wizard of Strong Security Practices
Editorial The Secure USB Stick—The Little Wizard of Strong Security Practices

Nowadays, implementing strong security practices is more important than ever because offices are no longer stable physical locations, while the diversity of access points in organizations’ ecosystems are constantly growing. Managers are facing these challenges for the first time, and they are l

What you need to know about data privacy & 5 steps to ensure your organization stays compliant
Editorial What you need to know about data privacy & 5 steps to ensure your organization stays compliant

Data Privacy is an area of data protection that deals with the proper handling of information, focusing on compliance with data protection regulations. How data should be collected, stored, managed, and shared with any third parties—are the main concerns of data privacy. These concerns encompass t

Cybersecurity Compliance: Understanding Which Regulations Apply to Your Business
Editorial Cybersecurity Compliance: Understanding Which Regulations Apply to Your Business

Assessing which rules and regulations apply to an organization is never an easy endeavor. More often than not, companies need to comply with multiple regulations, many of which have overlapping stipulations. Understanding compliance regulations and the acceptable requirements for developing a

Data Privacy VS Data Security – Understanding the difference might save your company a lot of money
Editorial Data Privacy VS Data Security – Understanding the difference might save your company a lot of money

Almost three years after the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) came into force and one year after CCPA came into effect, many employees and business managers still use the terms data protection and data security interchangeably. While they share some similarities, they entail distinct

Retail Cybersecurity During Black Friday and Cyber Monday: Mitigating the Risks
Editorial Retail Cybersecurity During Black Friday and Cyber Monday: Mitigating the Risks

With Black Friday and Cyber Monday around the corner, the retail industry is heading into the busiest period of the year. Every year, cybercriminals seek to exploit the retail feeding frenzy by stepping up their attacks exponentially during the biggest shopping events of the year. The best way for

Responding to a Ransomware Attack: Dos and Don’ts
Editorial Responding to a Ransomware Attack: Dos and Don’ts

Ransomware is one of the fastest-growing malware threats, targeting every type of user – from home users to businesses, government networks, hospitals, and even city libraries. A ransomware infection is experienced immediately and its impact is often very destructive. That’s why security experts adv

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