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How NOT to Become the Next Ransomware Victim | Apptega

In light of the recent Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack, it’s important to note that 63.5% of successful ransomware attacks are caused by Microsoft Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP).

Join our live discussion Thursday, May 20th at 2 PM EDT with experts who work every day to eliminate these risks for companies large and small.

Our panel will discuss:

  • How to minimize ransomware vulnerabilities
  • How to spot indicators that you may be vulnerable
  • the most common mistakes that ope nthe door to successful attacks
  • Real-world examples to illustrate the recommendations

Ample time will be allotted for live Q&A during the broadcast.

Learn more and register here–>https://www.apptega.com/webinars/remote-desktop-vulnerabilities

Session Speakers

Jeremy Rasmussen

CTO, Abacode Cybersecurity

Abacode, Inc. is a Tampa, Florida-based company that provides managed cybersecurity and compliance programs to businesses across all industries. He is also an adjunct professor at the University of South Florida and founder of the USF Whitehatters Computer Security Club (WCSC). Since 2000, he has taught courses in cryptography & network security, ethical hacking, digital forensics & investigations, and mobile & wireless security. For nearly 30 years, he has performed research & development of cyber solutions and built cyber services teams for government and commercial customers. Jeremy is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional and Certified Ethical Hacker. He was named 2017 Tampa Bay Technology Leader of the Year.


Roy “Caz” Caswell

CIO, The Liberty Company Insurance Brokers, Inc.

My goal is to provide exemplary strategic alignment of IT to maximize top-line growth, bottom-line efficiencies, and savings. Skilled at building and empowering a team of truly dedicated and highly skilled technology professionals. Progressive IT management experience specializing in full responsibility for nationwide enterprise consisting of 60 locations, two data centers, and over 1,500 users.

  • Excellent background in strategic business operations, technical consulting, infrastructure analysis, vendor management, and contract/purchasing negations as well as hands-on project management
  • Proven track record for implementing transformational new products/applications/procedures to drive improved business efficiencies, end-user productivity, margins, and revenues
  • Skilled at creating productive work environments and motivating high-performance technical teams

Learn more and register here–> https://www.apptega.com/webinars/remote-desktop-vulnerabilities

*** This is a Security Bloggers Network syndicated blog from Apptega Blog authored by Cyber Insights Team. Read the original post at: https://www.apptega.com/blog/addressing-rdp-vulnerabilities