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Kivu Consulting Inc | 3,927 followers on LinkedIn. We fight cybercrime. We protect humanity. | Kivu combines technical and legal expertise to deliver investigative, discovery and forensic solutions worldwide.  Kivu’s digital forensic investigators are experienced in protecting organizations against compromise of data, theft of trade secrets and unauthorized access to data.  Our qualifications include forensic certifications (Encase Certified EnCE, SANS GCIH Incident Handlers, Certified Ethical Hackers, and reverse malware experts); IT certifications (Certified Information Systems Security Professional CISSP and Certified Information Systems Auditor CISA); and professional backgrounds as legal counsel, IT administration, and network security.

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Chief Research Officer at Kivu Consulting

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Senior Incident Response Consultant

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CFO @ Kivu Consulting, Inc. | MBA, CPA

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Join us on November 11 for an exclusive Kivu and Alliant webinar, Mitigating Portfolio Threats in 2024. Discover insights from real-world ransomware cases and proactive strategies for protecting your portfolio in the year ahead. Register now at the link below! 🗓 Date: Monday, November 11, 2024 ⏰ Time: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. PST Register here: https://bit.ly/3NT8yqG

Do you have a #cybersecurity retainer and have you used all your funds? If not, consider doing a #PenTest , incident response plan review, or #tabletop exercise to shore up vulnerabilities ahead of 2025. No retainer? No problem. Now is a great time to evaluate your cybersecurity defenses and create a plan for 2025.

Did you know that a #cyberattack occurs every 39 seconds? Here’s a few defense solutions that Kivu offers to ensure businesses stay prepared and protected in an increasingly risky digital landscape. From real-time threat monitoring to leveraging AI and #automation , these tactics not simplify #cybersecurity efforts and bolster your defenses.

In 2024 (thus far) lack of multi-factor authentication (MFA) controls was a contributing factor in more than 70% of business email compromises (BEC) investigated by Kivu Consulting Inc Incident Response team. The recent announcement to enforce the requirement of MFA registration as part of the security defaults on new Microsoft 365 tenants from the beginning of December 2024 is a welcome change. This coupled with the previous announcement in November 2024 requiring MFA via a Microsoft managed policy for all Administrator accounts leveraging services such as Entra, 365 and Exchange, will hopefully reduce the risk of compromise. No longer can MFA be seen as an inconvenience. #MicrosoftEntra #Microsoft365 #MFA

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Mitigating cyber risk can be as simple as regularly updating your software. These updates often include security patches that fix known vulnerabilities that could potentially lead to a cyberattack. As threats like ransomware and AI-generated attacks evolve, antiquated software becomes an easy target. #CyberAwarenessMonth #SecureOurWorld #CyberSecurity

“A lot of people are really getting into H̶a̶l̶l̶o̶w̶e̶e̶n̶ Cybersecurity Awareness Month this year!” – Michael Scott During #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth protect yourself and The Office with just four simple steps to stay safe online. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/eU_sZX28 #SecureOurWorld

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Cybersecurity experts predict that by 2031, a ransomware attack will occur every 2 seconds. What are you doing to prepare? Knowing how to respond to a cyber incident is key to maintaining operations and mitigating damage. As we near the end of the year, now is the perfect tie to ensure your incident response plan is up-to-date and effective. Listen to Kivu’s Senior Director of Incident Response, Candice Wendt , discuss what steps businesses can take to reinforce their cyber defenses before the end of the year. #CyberAwarenessMonth #SecureOurWorld

Advancements in AI, like deepfakes, have taken phishing to a new level of sophistication. Stay cyber aware with these 4 tips: 1. Always verify the sender and email address before opening an attachment. 2. Be vigilant of typos or language pressuring you to act urgently. 3. Do not provide sensitive information over email like passwords, credentials, or bank numbers. 4. Be mindful of suspicious links. Stay alert to these signs and keep your information safe! #CyberAwarenessMonth #SecureOurWorld #CyberSecurity

More and more businesses are relying on VPNs to support remote and hybrid workers, and attackers are increasingly exploiting VPNs and VPN credentials to infiltrate networks. So, what can you do to protect your network? Check out the video below for tips from Kivu’s Senior Director of Incident Response, Candice Wendt . #CyberAwarenessMonth #SecureOurWorld

More and more businesses are relying on VPNs to support remote and hybrid workers, and attackers are increasingly exploiting VPNs and VPN credentials to infiltrate networks. So, what can you do to protect your network? Check out the video below for tips from Kivu’s Senior Director of Incident Response, Candice Wendt . #CyberAwarenessMonth #SecureOurWorld #CyberSecurity

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