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Why XDR Is One Step Ahead of a Traditional EDR Solution

If you work for an organization in the 21st century, that means you both have a web presence and..

Abrael Delgado
Abrael Delgado
April 25, 2024

Optimizing Workload Distribution: How We Handle 80% of Your Cybersecurity Burden | Compuquip Cybersecurity

The classic expression tells us: “Don’t put all your eggs in one basket.” In a business context,..

Abrael Delgado
Abrael Delgado
April 18, 2024

How Enterprises Should Shop for Enterprise Cybersecurity

In an ever-evolving technological world, investing in cyber security for enterprises is an absolute..

Nilton Gonzalez
Nilton Gonzalez
April 1, 2024

Top 7 Confirmed Cyber Security Vulnerabilities

Cybercriminals are constantly seeking to take advantage of your cyber security vulnerabilities...

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
March 18, 2024

What is a Firewall? The Different Firewall Types & Architectures

One of the major challenges that companies face when trying to secure their sensitive data is..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
February 27, 2024

Who is the Prime Target for Cyber Attacks?

In today's digital landscape, cyber attacks have become prevalent and pose a significant threat to..

Abrael Delgado
Abrael Delgado
December 5, 2023

Comparing MSPs & Cybersecurity Consulting Services for Robust Protection

In the midst of an era defined by rapid digital evolution and a landscape fraught with dynamic..

Nilton Gonzalez
Nilton Gonzalez
November 7, 2023

Navigating Cybersecurity Consulting Firms: Innovate Faster Than Hackers

As businesses and individuals continue to weave their lives into the digital fabric, the need for..

Nilton Gonzalez
Nilton Gonzalez
November 3, 2023

Benefits of Cloud Security Managed Services With the Right MSP

With cyber threats constantly on the rise, it's crucial to ensure the safety of your data and..

Ricardo Panez
Ricardo Panez
October 4, 2023

Cybersecurity Talent Initiative: 9 Tips to Find Top Experts

Businesses and governments heavily rely on technology, and cybersecurity has become a critical..

Abrael Delgado
Abrael Delgado
September 29, 2023

The Dearth of Cybersecurity Talent: Developing a Cyber Security Talent Initiative

As we entrust our personal information, financial data, and even the very infrastructure that..

Ricardo Panez
Ricardo Panez
September 20, 2023

Top 5 Duties of a Cybersecurity Consultant: Deciphering the Role

In the age of digital transformation, where the virtual and physical worlds converge, the guardians..

Ricardo Panez
Ricardo Panez
September 18, 2023

Unencrypted Electronic Health Records (EHRs): Healthcare Cybersecurity

Electronic Health Records (EHRs) have emerged as the backbone of modern medical practice. These..

Ricardo Panez
Ricardo Panez
September 6, 2023

Fortify Your Business: The Guide to Enterprise Cybersecurity

In today's hyper-connected digital landscape, where business operations and critical data..

Nilton Gonzalez
Nilton Gonzalez
August 28, 2023

Cybersecurity Compliance Consulting: Expert Advice to Stay Ahead

Interconnectivity has a downside: data breaches. Data breaches and cyber-attacks are rampant, so..

Abrael Delgado
Abrael Delgado
August 22, 2023

Stay One Step Ahead with Managed Network Security Services: The Key to Proactive Cybersecurity Defense

Cybersecurity has become a critical concern in today's interconnected world, where businesses..

Abrael Delgado
Abrael Delgado
August 16, 2023

Top 4 Endpoint Security Software Solutions for Ultimate Data Protection

The data security landscape has undergone a profound transformation, necessitating a laser-focused..

Ricardo Panez
Ricardo Panez
August 11, 2023

Unleashing the Power of Cybersecurity Services: Protecting Your Business in an Ever-Changing Threat Landscape

In today's fast-paced digital landscape, businesses face an ever-evolving array of cyber threats..

Abrael Delgado
Abrael Delgado
August 8, 2023

Inside the Dish Network Ransomware Attack: Lessons Learned and Cybersecurity Best Practices

On February 23, 2023, the Dish network experienced a ransomware attack resulting in widespread..

Ricardo Panez
Ricardo Panez
July 21, 2023

Managed Security Cost: Is MSSP Security Worth It?

Are managed information technology services worth the cost? While it may seem like an expensive..

Abrael Delgado
Abrael Delgado
July 18, 2023

Enhanced Cyber Risk Reduction: Top 7 Considerations

With cyber threats lurking around every virtual corner, it's crucial for businesses and individuals..

Nilton Gonzalez
Nilton Gonzalez
July 13, 2023

Cyber Extortion Unveiled: Leveraging MSSP for Effective Remediation and Protection

In today's interconnected world, the threat of cyber extortion looms large, casting a shadow of..

Abrael Delgado
Abrael Delgado
July 13, 2023

Achieving Cybersecurity Compliance Made Easy with Managed Services

Abrael Delgado
Abrael Delgado
May 31, 2023

Guardians of the Digital Realm: Exploring the Vital Role of Ongoing Cybersecurity Teams

In today’s day and age, organizations need to be sure they are covered 24/7 when it comes to..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
May 23, 2023

The Role of an MSSP in Reducing Security Operations Workload

As businesses continue to rely on digital technologies to operate and grow, their security needs..

Abrael Delgado
Abrael Delgado
May 23, 2023

What Is Endpoint Security? Staying Proactive in the Modern Workplace

Network endpoints are all the devices connected to your network, including all types of devices,..

Ricardo Panez
Ricardo Panez
April 26, 2023

What is Authorization in Cybersecurity? Keeping Your Network Safe

Authorization is a critical aspect of any security orchestration, automation and response..

Nilton Gonzalez
Nilton Gonzalez
April 25, 2023

MSSP: Cyber Security Providers Can Help You Stay Ahead

Most businesses are working hard to stay ahead of cybersecurity threats today. As cyber criminals..

Nilton Gonzalez
Nilton Gonzalez
April 24, 2023

VPN vs. Zero-Trust Security: Handling a Perimeter that is Everywhere

Perimeter security or perimeter protection are security solutions that utilize physical and..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
April 24, 2023

What is S/MIME and How Does It Work? | Compuquip

If you’re wondering “what is S/MIME?” after reading the title of this post, don’t worry, you’re not..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
April 24, 2023

Managed Endpoint Detection and Response: How Network Visibility Can Help

As cyber threats evolve and become more sophisticated, organizations increasingly turn to Managed..

Nilton Gonzalez
Nilton Gonzalez
April 17, 2023

SOAR Core Principles: Understanding Cybersecurity Operations

At Compuquip when we talk about SOAR, we don’t just mean like an eagle. (Sorry, I couldn’t help..

Jose Bormey
Jose Bormey
March 17, 2023

Trusting Artificial Intelligence in Cyber Security: A Double-Edged Sword

In 2019, Mariarosaria Taddeo, Tom McCutcheon, and Luciano Floridi published an article in Nature..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
March 17, 2023

How to Respond to a Vertical Specific Attack: Protecting Your Industry

Responding to an vertical-specific attack can be daunting for any company. Knowing how best to..

Ricardo Panez
Ricardo Panez
March 1, 2023

7 Major Managed Security Operations Center (SOC) Benefits

A managed security operations center (SOC) can provide many benefits for an organization, including..

Ricardo Panez
Ricardo Panez
February 22, 2023

Ransomware in 2023: Protect Your Infrastructure for the Year Ahead

In 2023, ransomware continues to be a major issue for individuals and businesses alike. Ransomware..

Brian Dosal
February 22, 2023

Effects of Cybercrime for Business: the Hidden Costs

As technology continues to evolve and become more complex, so too do the methods used by..

Brian Dosal
February 22, 2023

SOAR Orchestration: All You Need to Know

SOAR (Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response) refers to a collection of software..

Nilton Gonzalez
Nilton Gonzalez
January 25, 2023

Analyzing major attacks in 2022: Lessons Learned from Critical Infrastructure Risks

While organizations’ awareness of critical infrastructure risks is on the rise, the knowledge..

Ricardo Panez
Ricardo Panez
January 18, 2023

End-User Cybersecurity Awareness Essentials

Cybersecurity awareness training is essential for organizations today in order to protect their..

Ricardo Panez
Ricardo Panez
January 12, 2023

Understanding SIEM: Trending Security Information and Event Management in 2023

If you’re a regular blog reader, you’ll know we love writing about SIEM, and how it continues to..

Ricardo Panez
Ricardo Panez
January 3, 2023

Understanding Cybersecurity Layering: The Six Layers

Cybersecurity is an ever-growing concern for businesses in a world where malicious actors are..

Nilton Gonzalez
Nilton Gonzalez
December 31, 2022

The Top 4 Data Breaches of 2022

2022 saw some of the biggest data breaches ever, with companies as big as Microsoft and even the..

Nilton Gonzalez
Nilton Gonzalez
December 28, 2022

The 5 Types of Cybersecurity and What You Need to Know

The term cybersecurity is frequently used, but what does it actually mean? Cybersecurity is the..

Nilton Gonzalez
Nilton Gonzalez
December 26, 2022

Crisis Management: Who You Should Notify in Case of a Data Breach

While your organization should have a cybersecurity strategy in place that calls for regular..

Brian Dosal
December 23, 2022

Smart Home Cybersecurity Hubs: Protecting Endpoints in Your Smarthome

Our homes are becoming “smarter” every day. Automation is available for nearly every home..

Nilton Gonzalez
Nilton Gonzalez
December 20, 2022

Attack Surface Management: How to Carry Out an Assessment

Attack surface management (ASM) is the process of identifying and understanding all points where an..

Ricardo Panez
Ricardo Panez
December 12, 2022

5 Best Practices For Managed Security Systems

Protecting digital assets from cyberattacks can be a major challenge as criminal and cyberterror..

Nilton Gonzalez
Nilton Gonzalez
November 11, 2022

How to Keep Your Remote Workforce Secure: Cybersecurity Tips

Human error is the number one cybersecurity threat to your systems networks. And with an increase..

Nilton Gonzalez
Nilton Gonzalez
October 17, 2022

7 Common Cybersecurity Attacks You Need to Stay Ahead of

The current cybersecurity landscape is pretty scary. In the past few months, we've seen supply..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
September 23, 2022

Why the Best Defense is a Great Offensive Cybersecurity Strategy

Offensive cybersecurity is critical to protecting your organization's assets from being hacked. By..

Nilton Gonzalez
Nilton Gonzalez
September 23, 2022

How to Enhance Your Firewall Monitoring & Management

No matter the size of your business, having a solid firewall to protect your network from..

Nilton Gonzalez
Nilton Gonzalez
September 23, 2022

Top 5 Benefits of Managed Endpoint Security Services

A network endpoint is an electronic asset connected to an organization’s network. They serve to..

Jose Bormey
Jose Bormey
September 13, 2022

Trojan Spyware: What it is and Why it's a Threat to Your Business

So many different types of viruses and malware can infect your network or devices and cause..

Ricardo Panez
Ricardo Panez
September 10, 2022

Top 6 Solutions for Managing Network Security Challenges

The cybersecurity landscape can seem like a warzone. Companies are faced with network security..

Nilton Gonzalez
Nilton Gonzalez
September 7, 2022

6 Ways to Maximize Your Cybersecurity Compliance

Cybersecurity compliance involves monitoring and assessing systems, devices, and networks to ensure..

Nilton Gonzalez
Nilton Gonzalez
September 1, 2022

What Is TTPS in Cybersecurity?

Part of an effective cybersecurity posture is consistently honing excellent cyber threat..

Jose Bormey
Jose Bormey
August 31, 2022

Cloud-Based Cybersecurity Issues and Best Practices

A hack or security breach at the enterprise level, whether from outsider or insider threats, should..

Ricardo Panez
Ricardo Panez
August 25, 2022

Today’s Top IoT Challenges and Best Practices

Everyone’s talking about the Internet of Things – and for good reason. The Internet of Things, or..

Ricardo Panez
Ricardo Panez
August 9, 2022

7 Cybersecurity Threat Trends in 2022

Cybersecurity is one of the most fickle subjects around. You blink, and there are additional..

Nilton Gonzalez
Nilton Gonzalez
August 1, 2022

What You Need to Know About Zero-Day Attack Protection

No matter how much you know about implementing cybersecurity best practices, the field is..

Nilton Gonzalez
Nilton Gonzalez
July 26, 2022

How a Defense in Depth Cybersecurity Strategy Benefits Your Enterprise

Let’s paint a picture of the cybersecurity threat landscape:

Ricardo Panez
Ricardo Panez
June 14, 2022

Network Segmentation Best Practices You Need to Know

When it comes to tackling a large plan or course of action, it’s helpful to break it down into..

Nilton Gonzalez
Nilton Gonzalez
June 9, 2022

Protect Your Workforce with These Email Security Tips

Your company’s email communications might be helpful and/or overwhelming, depending on how quickly..

Ricardo Panez
Ricardo Panez
May 31, 2022

What Is an Acceptable Use Policy? (+ How to Write One)

The internet is a wonderful, complicated place for enterprises and individuals. On one hand,..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
May 25, 2022

Private Companies Need to Step Up their Cyber Defense Strategies Before the Federal Government Steps In

When it comes to cybersecurity, every single organization benefits from fortifying its cyber..

Nilton Gonzalez
Nilton Gonzalez
May 3, 2022

Secure Your Enterprise's IoT: Internet of Things Cybersecurity Tips

Whether you’re aware of it or not, the Internet of Things (IoT) is likely an active feature of your..

Nilton Gonzalez
Nilton Gonzalez
February 8, 2022

Why Multi-Factor Authentication Is Vital to Securing Your Enterprise

In a world where cybersecurity threats, hacks, and breaches are exponentially increasing in..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
January 26, 2022

What Is XDR? How It Differs from MTTD & MTTR

Cybersecurity automation has led to breakthrough solutions to mitigate the growing number of..

Jose Bormey
Jose Bormey
January 18, 2022

How to Choose the Best GRC Tools for Your Enterprise

A recent study anticipates that there will be 55.7 billion connected devices by 2025, of which 75%..

Nilton Gonzalez
Nilton Gonzalez
January 4, 2022

The 2021 Cybersecurity Round Up You Need to Stay Informed

2021 was a monumental year for the cybersecurity field as record numbers of breaches, startling..

Ricardo Panez
Ricardo Panez
December 30, 2021

3 Ways to Improve Mobile Device Security to Protect Your Enterprise

At least 40% of the world’s mobile devices are inherently vulnerable to cyberattacks. Do you have..

Ricardo Panez
Ricardo Panez
December 27, 2021

4 Steps to Improve Your Vulnerability Management Process

You’ve probably heard this statistic before, but it’s worth repeating: cybersecurity attacks are up..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
December 21, 2021

5 Benefits of Security Automation (+ How to Get Started)

How much of your internal IT team’s day is spent clicking the same buttons on the same tasks over..

Ricardo Panez
Ricardo Panez
November 30, 2021

Cloud Security Broker: Benefits for Enterprise Businesses

The cloud is ever more integrated into every component of our daily lives and work operations. Over..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
November 18, 2021

What Is Security Service Edge (SSE)? (+ Why Your Enterprise Needs It)

As new threats develop and cybercriminals become ever more sophisticated in their attacks, your..

Ricardo Panez
Ricardo Panez
November 2, 2021

What Is a Container? (+ How It Differs From a VM)

Containers are rapidly being adopted by organizations worldwide. According to Research and Markets,..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
October 20, 2021

Purple Teaming: How Purple Teams Help Protect Your Data

According to a recent study, 68% of business leaders feel their cybersecurity risks are increasing...

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
October 12, 2021

How To Achieve IT Compliance (+ How It Differs from IT Security)

Achieving IT security compliance begins with understanding what types of compliance standards apply..

Ricardo Panez
Ricardo Panez
September 30, 2021

Building Enterprise Security Architecture for Business Protection | CQ

Did you know that cybercrime has increased by over 600% since the start of the pandemic in 2020?..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
September 23, 2021

5 FAQs about DRaaS (+ How It Supports Enterprise Growth)

As the frequency and intensity of natural disasters and cyberattacks increases each year, it’s..

Ricardo Panez
Ricardo Panez
September 15, 2021

Five Metrics to Increase the ROI of Penetration Testing

Cybercrime is projected to cost the world $10.5 trillion annually by 2025. How much will your..

Jose Bormey
Jose Bormey
August 11, 2021

The Do's and Don'ts of Hiring a vCISO

As the cybersecurity landscape continues to evolve and new threats continue to emerge, having a..

Jose Bormey
Jose Bormey
July 28, 2021

How Much Would A Ransomware Attack Cost For Your Company?

Is your organization prepared for a ransomware attack? In 2020 alone, ransomware attacks surged by..

Jose Bormey
Jose Bormey
July 15, 2021

Data Overload & How Vulnerability Management Teams Are Dealing With Data Floods

For some time now, vulnerability management teams have dealt with the periodic release of the data..

Jose Bormey
Jose Bormey
May 12, 2021

What is MTTD & MTTR and How MTTD & MTTR Can Define Your S.O.C

Two questions always come up whether your organization has its own internal Security Operations..

Jose Bormey
Jose Bormey
April 22, 2021

Properly Securing Secure Socket Shell (SSH)

Secure Socket Shell (SSH), or Secure Shell, or as most people call it, is a network protocol that..

Phillip Tarrant
Phillip Tarrant
March 23, 2021

How to Make a Check Point Firewall Cluster Give You The Cluster Status in The Expert Prompt

Have you ever logged into a Palo Alto firewall cluster, noticed that it tells you the HA status in..

David Barker
David Barker
March 17, 2021

What We Know: SolarWinds Attack (+Lessons To Be Learned) I Compuquip

As the story continues to unfold and we come to understand more about what really occurred at..

Phillip Tarrant
Phillip Tarrant
February 18, 2021

Docker Forensics: Don't Overlook Misconfigurations.

D ocker is already popular, and with the explosive growth of Kubernetes, it's not going anywhere..

Phillip Tarrant
Phillip Tarrant
February 10, 2021

Using SIEM Wildcard to Manage Searches and Alarms on LogRhythm

As we all know, one of the SIEM tool’s primary duties is to maintain a log of all activities going..

Jose Bormey
Jose Bormey
January 27, 2021

Tuning and Optimizing Check Point Firewall's Ring Buffer | Compuquip

Is your firewall dropping allowed traffic unexpectedly, without logging? Does it seem like your..

David Barker
David Barker
January 25, 2021

Is XDR The Next Big Thing In Cybersecurity?

Welcome to 2021, and welcome to another year of new and emerging technologies. Although XDR rose to..

Jose Bormey
Jose Bormey
January 21, 2021

Upgrade & Hotfix a Cluster With Check Point's Central Deployment Tool

The Check Point Central Deployment Tool (CDT) is a utility that builds on the subject of my last..

David Barker
David Barker
November 27, 2020

AskAnEngineer: Is A SASE Model The Future For Organizations?

If you haven’t already heard, secure access service edge (SASE for short) is what Gartner refers to..

Jose Bormey
Jose Bormey
November 25, 2020

CRO Ricardo Panez to Become Compuquip President & COO

With over two years in the books now, Ricardo Panez has been instrumental to our expansions across..

Jose Bormey
Jose Bormey
October 28, 2020

Using the Check Point Remote Installation Daemon for Firewall System Administration

Long a feature of multitasking operating systems, a daemon is a computer program that runs in the..

David Barker
David Barker
October 26, 2020

Why Your Business Needs Cloud Security Posture Management

As a cybersecurity community, we cannot forget about the human aspect of this profession. Even the..

Jose Bormey
Jose Bormey
October 22, 2020

Say Hello to Our New Director of Services, Abrael Delgado!

Since joining the Compuquip team in 2015, Abrael has fostered an environment within our services..

Jose Bormey
Jose Bormey
October 15, 2020

Pros + Cons to Consider Before Migrating to The Cloud

For years now, the thought of migrating to “The Cloud” is one that many organizations shared..

Jose Bormey
Jose Bormey
September 23, 2020

Clearing RAM Cache, Buffer & Swap Space on a Check Point Firewall | CQ

Does your firewall seem like it is always low on memory? Does it get sluggish at times and seem..

David Barker
David Barker
September 21, 2020

Phishing: The Common Culprit

This blog post will describe the concept of Phishing and how attackers configure deceiving sites to..

Abrael Delgado
Abrael Delgado
August 12, 2020

Securing Machine Learning Systems to Avoid Security Risks

If you are an organization that uses machine learning (ML), plans to use ML, or works with vendors..

Lenny Simon
Lenny Simon
August 4, 2020

4 Biggest Worries for Remote Workers and How to Address Them

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a massive and sudden transition from office-based work to remote..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
July 21, 2020

Building the Right Incident Response Team for Your Business

A cybersecurity incident is one of the most frightening risks facing an organization, especially..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
July 16, 2020

What is a Penetration Test and How Does it Work?

Cybersecurity companies offer a wide range of services to their customers to prevent the majority..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
July 14, 2020

Vulnerability Testing Tools You Should Be Using

Companies face a broad range of cybersecurity threats with becoming more dependent on the internet,..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
July 1, 2020

What is Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)?

Managing access to enterprise networks is a major challenge for today’s organizations. With more..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
June 23, 2020

Preventing DDoS Attacks Amidst the Covid-19 Outbreak

Distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks are one of the oldest and most effective forms of..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
June 18, 2020

How to Prepare for a Cybersecurity Audit

Today’s organizations face an extensive and ever-shifting array of security risks when it comes to..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
June 16, 2020

Zero Trust Network Access: What It Is & Why You Need It

Remote network security is a major priority for today’s organizations as they continue to manage..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
May 28, 2020

What is a Security Breach (and How to Recover From One)?

Sooner or later, no matter how strong your company’s defenses are, someone will manage to..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
May 15, 2020

COVID-19 Cybersecurity Threats You May Have Overlooked

Maintaining a strong cybersecurity posture is more important than ever before as the COVID-19..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
May 7, 2020

What Are Managed SD-WAN Services and Why Should You Care?

Today’s organizations depend on their network services more than ever. Over the last decade, those..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
May 5, 2020

How Can Your Business Avoid COVID-19 Cyber Scams?

As organizations struggle to cope with the intense pressures of the COVID-19 outbreak, many of them..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
April 30, 2020

COVID-19 Cybersecurity Tips: Securing Confidential Data

While the public health and economic consequences of COVID-19 continue to dominate the headlines,..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
April 28, 2020

How To Protect Your Cyber Infrastructure Amidst Coronavirus

The rapid spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus has caught many organizations off guard and forced..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
April 23, 2020

What is SASE and Why Should You Care?

Network security has come a long way from the days of on-premises mainframes locked away in a..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
April 21, 2020

What You Need to Know About Cybersecurity Risk Assessments

Today’s organizations don’t want to be in the dark when it comes to identifying potential risks..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
April 16, 2020

What is a Security Audit? [+ The Best Times to Run One]

Today’s organizations depend heavily upon their IT networks to deliver both products and services...

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
April 14, 2020

What is IT Asset Management (ITAM) & Why is It Important?

Your IT assets come in all shapes and sizes. From the obvious (computers, routers, and other..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
April 9, 2020

How to Create an Effective Disaster Recovery Plan

When most people think of disaster recovery, they tend to think of big natural disasters, such as..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
April 7, 2020

Compuquip & SentinelOne Partner for Endpoint Protection

Compuquip Cybersecurity is excited to announce that we’ve partnered with SentinelOne to deliver..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
April 2, 2020

8 Insider Threat Indicators to Watch out For

There are many kinds of cyber threats that companies have to watch out for. However, one of the..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
March 31, 2020

5 Reasons Compuquip is A Global Leading Netskope Partner

Compuquip Cybersecurity works with many different security vendors to provide best-in-class..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
March 26, 2020

Coronavirus & Cybersecurity: Our Advice for Working Remotely

As the COVID 19 coronavirus pandemic continues to intensify, more and more organizations are..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
March 25, 2020

How Emotet is Evolving to Exploit Coronavirus Panic

The early months of 2020 have been defined by the rapid spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus, which..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
March 13, 2020

7 Cloud Security Challenges and Risks to Be Aware Of

The “cloud” (a term for remote computing resources) has become an inextricable part of modern..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
March 5, 2020

Compuquip's Abrael Delgado to Become Our New MSSP Manager

A veteran to his country and to the world of cybersecurity, Abrael Delgado has been a essential..

Compuquip Cybersecurity
Compuquip Cybersecurity
February 21, 2020

What is GRC? (+Building the Best GRC Framework)

If you work in or around enterprise security circles long enough, you may come across the term..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
February 20, 2020

How to Overcome Cloud Security Challenges [+ Solutions]

The “cloud” has become an inseparable part of daily life for both individuals and organizations...

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
February 18, 2020

Top 9 Cybersecurity Threats and Vulnerabilities - Compuquip

Every business is under constant threat from a multitude of sources. From the biggest Fortune 500..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
February 13, 2020

8 Cybersecurity Threats to Watch Out for in 2020

They say that hindsight is 20/20, but when it comes to cybersecurity in 2020, foresight is crucial...

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
February 11, 2020

Firewall Security: How to Protect Your Network from Firewall Hacking

Firewall security measures are one of the most basic cyber protection tools that organizations of..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
January 30, 2020

Compuquip’s Ricardo Panez Becomes Chief Revenue Officer

It seems like only yesterday that Ricardo Panez joined the Compuquip team as our Director of Sales...

Compuquip Cybersecurity
Compuquip Cybersecurity
January 28, 2020

SIEM Security Information and Event Management Guide

We’ve talked about SIEM solutions a few times in the Compuquip blog. However, a lot of people still..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
January 23, 2020

What is a Virtual CISO? How & When the Right Time is to Hire One

What does a CISO do? A chief information security officer (CISO) is the person in an organization..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
January 21, 2020

The Compuquip Endpoint Security Guide

In business cybersecurity, a network endpoint is any electronic asset that is connected to the..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
January 14, 2020

5 Need-to-Know Benefits of Hiring a Virtual CISO

Many companies struggle to fill the CISO role—opting instead to run without a dedicated C-level..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
January 9, 2020

Defining Advanced Persistent Threats: And How to Prevent One

There is a seemingly never-ending stream of cyber threats that organizations of all sizes and..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
January 7, 2020

A Guide to the Benefits of Managed Security Services

Managed security service providers (MSSPs) can be an invaluable resource for businesses that want..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
January 2, 2020

Your Foolproof Incident Response Plan [Templates + Examples]

There are many old sayings that highlight the importance of being proactive—such as “a stitch in..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
December 17, 2019

Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Email Security

Email security, like many other forms of network security, is just one part of a complete..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
December 12, 2019

The Challenges of Managing Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity is a critical issue for modern businesses of all sizes. Failing to protect your..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
December 10, 2019

Can Your Patch Management Process Protect Your Business?

Modern software applications, operating systems (OSs), and hardware can all be incredibly..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
December 5, 2019

What Are the Most Common Threat Intelligence Mistakes?

Threat intelligence is quickly becoming a crucial aspect of proactive cybersecurity strategies...

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
December 3, 2019

What Are the Benefits of Network Segmentation?

In a few of my recent posts, I’ve talked a bit about using defense-in-depth strategies featuring..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
November 26, 2019

How Firewall Monitoring & Management Protects Your Businesses

Firewall monitoring and management is one of the many managed security services that Compuquip..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
November 21, 2019

How Can You Stop an Advanced Persistent Threat?

Chances are that you’ve heard of advanced persistent threats (APTs) before. What you might not know..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
November 19, 2019

What is Malware, and How Can You Stop It?

Malware is an ever-present threat for modern organizations and individuals alike. The..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
November 14, 2019

What is Packet Loss in Network Security?

There are numerous technical issues that can affect an organization’s network. One particular issue..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
November 12, 2019

Can You Prevent Zero Day Attacks?

Every organization is faced with cyber threats on a daily basis. New malware programs are created..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
November 7, 2019

How to Prevent Phishing Attacks

Phishing attacks are an evergreen cyber threat that companies continually have to contend with. In..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
November 5, 2019

What is Scareware and Why is it Dangerous?

These days, there are countless cyber threats that individuals and organizations alike have to keep..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
October 31, 2019

What Is a Unified Threat Management System?

Unified threat management systems, or UTMs, have become a mainstay of cybersecurity architectures...

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
October 29, 2019

How to Vet a Managed Security Service Provider

So, you’ve created a solid set of selection criteria to find the perfect MSSP to meet your..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
October 24, 2019

Safe Web Browsing Tips You Need to Know

The internet can be an incredibly useful tool for learning new things, ordering products to be..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
October 22, 2019

Benefits an MSSP Monitoring & Managing Your Firewall

Managed security service providers (MSSPs) help businesses of all sizes to improve their..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
October 17, 2019

The Definition of Spoofing and How to Avoid It

At some point in the last few years, you might have come across the term “spoofing attack” in..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
October 15, 2019

What is EDR and How Can You Use It?

There are countless cybersecurity tools that modern businesses need to counter cybersecurity..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
October 10, 2019

How to Prevent SQL Injection Attacks

Structured query language (SQL) is a type of computer language used for database management and..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
October 8, 2019

Avoid Trouble with a GDPR Compliance Checklist

It’s been over a year since the European Union (EU) implemented its General Data Protection..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
October 3, 2019

What Are Administrative Security Controls?

In any network security strategy, it’s important to choose the right security controls to protect..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
October 1, 2019

How to Manage Your Firewall Vulnerabilities Now!

Firewalls are one of the most common network security measures used by modern businesses. These..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
September 24, 2019

4 Network Segmentation Best Practices to Maximize Security

Applying strong network segmentation to create a “defense in depth” strategy for your organization..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
September 19, 2019

Top Characteristics of a Circuit-Level Gateway

There are many different firewall types. This can be a bit of a challenge for new organizations..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
September 17, 2019

Top Lessons from Past Network Security Mistakes

Every year, cybersecurity experts look at the previous year’s network security mistakes—the ones..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
September 10, 2019

What is Risk Management and Why Does It Matter to You?

Everybody wants to know that their businesses are as secure as possible from cybersecurity threats...

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
September 6, 2019

Do SETA Programs Really Protect Your Company?

Security education training and awareness (SETA) programs are one of the cornerstones of many..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
September 4, 2019

Do Network Threat Detection and Alert Services Really Help?

One of the first questions most people have when they’re told about a cybersecurity solution is:..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
August 21, 2019

How to Check Your Network Security Compliance Needs

For some businesses, network security compliance requirements can be a major issue. The problem is..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
August 15, 2019

Can Onsite Cybersecurity Staffing Services Help You?

Many companies across the U.S. are feeling the “brain drain” of the cybersecurity skills gap...

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
August 13, 2019

Be Proactive about Network Security Updates!

Here’s a quick public service announcement from the whole Compuquip team:

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
August 7, 2019

Do You Need Front Line Support for Your Security Devices?

Security devices can take many forms for a business. From network inspection devices (i.e...

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
August 1, 2019

Who Should You Notify in Case of a Data Breach?

One of the first things that you should do after discovering a data breach (and investigating it)..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
July 30, 2019

How to Choose the Best Managed SIEM Services

Security information and event management (SIEM) software has become a lynchpin for many companies’..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
July 24, 2019

4 Reasons Compuquip is A Global Leading Check Point Partner

Check Point Software Technologies LTD is one of the most reliable and trusted security software..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
July 18, 2019

3 Reasons Why Compuquip Should Be Your Tufin Partner

Tufin is a market-leading provider of security policy orchestration solutions that help companies..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
July 10, 2019

How to Choose the Right Managed SD-WAN Services

Using a software-defined wide area network (SD-WAN) that uses a virtual overlay to abstract the..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
July 2, 2019

4 Things You Need to Know about Managed Firewall Services

Effective management of your company’s firewall architecture can mean the difference between having..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
June 26, 2019

3 Reasons Compuquip is Your Best Symantec Partner

Odds are that you’ve heard of Symantec before—the company’s antivirus programs for personal..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
June 20, 2019

How to Use Custom Alerts to Make SIEM Management Easy

Security information and event management (SIEM) systems are crucial for helping modern businesses..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
June 18, 2019

How to Integrate an Outsourced Network Security Team

So, you’ve just hired an outsourced network security team to help your company improve its..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
June 12, 2019

Why Compuquip is Your Global Rapid7 Partner

Being able to provide top-notch cybersecurity services means being able to work with a variety of..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
June 6, 2019

What Are the Benefits of SD-WAN?

Software-defined wide area network, or SD-WAN, is a term that many people might not be familiar..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
May 30, 2019

Why Do You Need a Defense in Depth Cybersecurity Plan?

I want to tell you about the concept of “defense in depth cybersecurity,” wherein an organization..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
May 28, 2019

Ways to Make Your Cybersecurity Meet HIPAA Compliance

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is one of the most well-known and..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
May 22, 2019

What Are the Benefits of Managed Security Services?

Managed security service providers (MSSPs) can be an invaluable resource for businesses that want..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
May 16, 2019

7 of the Best Managed Security Services for Businesses

Managed security services can provide a significant boost to almost any organization’s..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
May 14, 2019

How to Minimize the Security Impacts of Mobile Devices

Mobile devices such as smartphones, tablets, and laptop computers offer an incredible amount of..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
May 8, 2019

Is Managed Security Worth the Cost?

When it comes to business operations, cost is always a factor. For example, businesses often focus..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
May 2, 2019

How to Find Security Vulnerabilities

Cybersecurity is often taken for granted. People assume that their network security is fine as..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
April 30, 2019

5 Firewall Monitoring Best Practices to Adopt

Having strong firewalls is a basic requirement of business cybersecurity. To get the most out of..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
April 23, 2019

How to Recover from a Network Breach

It is an unfortunate truth that no business network is completely immune to a data security breach...

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
April 16, 2019

3 Best Cybersecurity Tips for Your Business

With new cybersecurity breaches making headlines each year, the importance of protecting your..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
April 10, 2019

10 Worst Cybersecurity Habits to Stop Immediately

It’s all too easy to fall into bad habits—especially when those habits either make your day a..

Lenny Simon
Lenny Simon
April 4, 2019

What Types of Managed Security Services Do I Need?

The most frequently asked questions that the Compuquip team fields are: “What kinds of managed..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
April 2, 2019

What to Do After a Data Breach

Imagine that you’ve just been told that there was a data breach of your organization. How do you..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
March 28, 2019

4 Reasons to Have a Meeting with Your MSSP NOW!

Managed security service providers, or MSSPs, are becoming an increasingly common part of modern..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
March 26, 2019

What is Phishing, and How Can SETA Programs Help?

Odds are that, by now, you’ve heard of the term “phishing” and how it relates to corporate network..

Eric Dosal
Eric Dosal
March 21, 2019

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