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By B H
June 23, 2025

How Hackers Steal Data in Under 5 Hours — What Your Business Must Know

In today’s digital landscape, cybercriminals are no longer relying solely on traditional ransomware tactics. Instead, they’re moving with unprecedented speed and sophistication, targeting sensitive data with alarming efficiency. At Xact IT Solutions, we believe...

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By B H
June 23, 2025

The Recent Hack of Leidos Holdings: A Wake-Up Call for Cybersecurity

Recently, Leidos Holdings, a major IT service provider to the Pentagon and other prominent US government agencies, faced a significant hack. This event has raised alarms and highlighted critical vulnerabilities within our cybersecurity infrastructure....

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By B H
June 23, 2025

Ascension Healthcare Ransomware Attack: A Look at Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities

Ascension, one of the largest healthcare systems in the United States, has been thrown into chaos by a ransomware attack. This cyberattack, discovered on May 8th, 2024, crippled critical computer systems across Ascension's vast...

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By B H
June 23, 2025

The Impact of SEC Cybersecurity Rules on Businesses: Lessons from the Clorox Hack

In this blog, we're diving into the world of cybersecurity regulations and their profound effects on businesses in the United States. While we've previously covered this topic in a video back in July 2023,...

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By B H
June 23, 2025

What’s The Real Cost of CMMC Compliance for DoD Contractors?

In today’s fast-evolving cybersecurity landscape, defense contractors and organizations involved in the Department of Defense (DoD) supply chain face increasing regulatory demands. One of the most critical compliance requirements is the Cybersecurity Maturity Model...

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By B H
June 23, 2025

Understanding the Latest Cyber Threat: A Deep Dive into the US Marshal Service Hack

Recently, reports have surfaced that Hunters International has leaked an enormous 386 gigabytes of sensitive data from the US Marshal Service. As of now, we don't have detailed information on how this breach occurred...

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By B H
June 23, 2025

VF Corp, Owner of Vans and North Face, Cyberattack: What We Know So Far

VF Corp, the parent company of renowned brands Vans, Timberland, and North Face, recently fell victim to a cyber attack. The company, known for its clothing and apparel sold worldwide, acknowledged the incident in...

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By B H
June 23, 2025

FTC Safeguard Rule Amendment: What It Means for Your Financial Data

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has just introduced a significant amendment to its safeguard rule, which has far-reaching implications for non-banking financial institutions and businesses that handle sensitive financial data. The aim is to...

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By B H
June 23, 2025

Why Every Business Needs a Risk Assessment Strategy Now

Running a business is like driving a high-performance car in a fast-paced race. The thrill of speed, the challenge of competition, and the unrelenting push for excellence keep you on your toes. But even...

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By B H
June 23, 2025

Rhode Island Faces Ransomware Crisis: What Happened and What It Means for Residents

In a chilling reminder of the growing threat of cybercrime, Rhode Island has become the latest victim of a ransomware attack targeting its state-operated online social services system, RIBridges. This attack highlights the vulnerabilities...

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