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The Hidden Risk in Every Critical Service: Why Bill C-8 Puts Supply Chain Security in the Spotlight
For decades, cybersecurity focused on building higher walls around the enterprise. Organizations invested heavily in data centres, firewalls, endpoint protection, and perimeter security. The goal was simple: protect what was inside. That model no longer reflects reality.
Security Debt: The Hidden Risk Organizations Can’t Afford to Ignore
Cybersecurity threats are accelerating – but for many Canadian organizations, the ability to defend against them is not keeping pace. One of the most pressing challenges is not technology, but talent.
Third-Party Risk in 2026: Why Annual Vendor Reviews Are No Longer Enough
Cybersecurity threats are accelerating – but for many Canadian organizations, the ability to defend against them is not keeping pace. One of the most pressing challenges is not technology, but talent.
Talent Gaps Are Growing: Why Co-Managed Cyber Services Are Becoming Essential
Cybersecurity threats are accelerating – but for many Canadian organizations, the ability to defend against them is not keeping pace. One of the most pressing challenges is not technology, but talent.
Incident Response Planning & Tabletop Exercises: Preparing for the Inevitable
Cloud adoption continues to drive business transformation – offering scale, flexibility, and competitive advantage. But as organizations rely more heavily on cloud infrastructure and services, they also expand their attack surface in ways that are easy to underestimate and difficult to monitor.
Cloud Security: Why Misconfiguration Audits Matter Now More Than Ever
Cloud adoption continues to drive business transformation – offering scale, flexibility, and competitive advantage. But as organizations rely more heavily on cloud infrastructure and services, they also expand their attack surface in ways that are easy to underestimate and difficult to monitor.
Backups That Matter: Why Organizations Can’t Afford to Get This Wrong
As cyber threats become more frequent and sophisticated, many countries have enacted legislation to bolster their defences. However, Canada has lagged behind when it comes to cybersecurity legislation and is the only country in the G7 without enacted legislation. That is now changing as Canada is moving toward one of its most significant cybersecurity legislative updates in years. Bill C-8 – formerly Bill C-26 – aims to strengthen the protection of Canada’s critical systems and give the federal government new authority to address risks in sectors essential to national security and the economy.
Bill C-8: What Canada’s New Cybersecurity Law Will Mean for Organizations
As cyber threats become more frequent and sophisticated, many countries have enacted legislation to bolster their defences. However, Canada has lagged behind when it comes to cybersecurity legislation and is the only country in the G7 without enacted legislation. That is now changing as Canada is moving toward one of its most significant cybersecurity legislative updates in years. Bill C-8 – formerly Bill C-26 – aims to strengthen the protection of Canada’s critical systems and give the federal government new authority to address risks in sectors essential to national security and the economy.
Strength in Strategy: Why CISO-as-a-Service Is the Smart Choice for Growing Organizations
Strength in Strategy: Why CISO-as-a-Service Is the Smart Choice for Growing OrganizationsIn a world where cyber threats evolve faster than ever - and where global demand for cybersecurity leaders exceeds supply by a ratio of 3 to 1 - many small and mid-sized...
The Hidden Cost of Convenience: Strengthening Your Digital Supply Chain
The Hidden Cost of Convenience: Strengthening Your Digital Supply ChainEvery November, the world’s biggest retailers prepare for Black Friday and Cyber Monday with military precision. Infrastructure is scaled up, payment processors are load-tested, and digital...
2025 Cyber Awareness Month: Strengthen Your Cyber Shield
2025 Cyber Awareness Month: Strengthen Your Cyber ShieldThis year, our theme for awareness month is simple but powerful: Strengthen Your Cyber Shield. Cyberattacks aren’t just growing - they’re evolving. Social engineering, SaaS compromises, and AI-powered scams have...
From Allianz to MGM: What Scattered Spider Teaches Us About Modern Cyber Risks
From Allianz to MGM: What Scattered Spider Teaches Us About Modern Cyber RisksCybersecurity headlines are everywhere – and one of the most troubling is the tale of Scattered Spider. Known by multiple names including Octo Tempest, Scattered Swine and UNC3944, Scattered...
The Boardroom’s Role in Cyber Risk: What Every Board Member Should Know
The Boardroom’s Role in Cyber Risk: What Every Board Member Should KnowIn today’s threat landscape, cybersecurity is no longer just a technology issue - it’s a boardroom issue. The risks are real, the consequences are far-reaching, and the responsibility doesn’t stop...
Cyber Resilience Isn’t Optional Anymore – Here’s Why It Matters to Everyone
Let’s face it—cyber threats are no longer a “what if.” They’re here. They’re constant. And they’re getting smarter.
Whether you’re running a company, managing a team, or working as an independent professional, one thing is clear: being cyber resilient is no longer just IT’s problem – it’s everyone’s business.
How Password Vaults Can Prevent the Top 5 Cybersecurity Threats
In the ever-evolving digital landscape, cybersecurity threats continue to pose significant risks to individuals and organizations alike. One of the most effective defences against these threats is the use of password vaults—secure tools designed to store and manage passwords. These vaults not only simplify password management but also provide robust protection against several common cybersecurity threats.
The Growing Threat of Browser Extensions in Cybersecurity
The Growing Threat of Browser Extensions in CybersecurityAs the world becomes increasingly digital, web browser extensions have become essential tools for streamlining tasks, enhancing productivity, and customizing the browsing experience. However, many users and...
Social Engineering – The Old-School Attacks Are Relevant Again with AI & Newer Technologies
Social engineering has long been the most effective method for cybercriminals to manipulate individuals into divulging sensitive information. While cyber security measures have evolved to defend against social engineering, AI and emerging technologies have revitalised and amplified social engineering tactics, making them more dangerous than ever.
Securely Embracing Generative AI in the Workplace
Securely Embracing Generative AI in the WorkplaceGenerative AI is transforming the way we work, offering new efficiencies in content creation, coding, customer service, and more. However, as executives look to integrate AI into their organizations, security risks must...
Understanding the Potential and Pitfalls of Multi-Factor Authentication
Understanding the Potential and Pitfalls of Multi-Factor AuthenticationMulti-Factor Authentication (MFA) has long been touted as a cornerstone of cyber security, offering an additional layer of protection beyond passwords. Iron Spear’s experience in incident...
Supply Chain Cyber Risks
Supply Chain Cyber RisksA Simple Guide to Understanding and Managing Cyber Risks in the Supply Chain In today’s connected world, protecting a business means looking beyond just internal security. The network of suppliers and partners that companies rely on—the supply...
Staying One Step Ahead
Cyber Security Awareness MonthStaying One Step Ahead Cyber security is a constant battle between cybercriminals developing new ways to bypass defences and exploit vulnerabilities and cyber professionals trying to build adequate defences. As hacking tools and attack...
Fight the Phish
Cyber Security Awareness MonthFight the Phish Cyber security is a journey, not a destination. It requires us to be constantly vigilant, as the threat landscape ever evolves. While technical elements of cyber security are important, the human element remains one of the...
Protect Your Work-From-Home
Cyber Security Awareness MonthProtect Your Work-From-Home The 2021 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report identified that 85% of data breaches involve an element of human error, and attackers delivered 94% of malware via email, shedding light on. Since home...
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