Cybersecurity Resources

Article - Security Info Watch - Lincoln College Closure a Testament to the Threat Posed by Ransomware

David Murphy discusses the importance of having a good disaster recovery plan and the investment in vulnerability management tools in an article with Security Info Watch regarding Lincoln College closure.

Webinar: Cyber Insurance: 2022 and Beyond

Illumina Cybersecurity Vulnerability Advisory Issued to Healthcare Providers

Learn more about the Illumina Cybersecurity Vulnerability alerts issued to healthcare providers.

Why IT compliance strengthens and protects your business

Manager of Risk Advisory Services, Timothy Wolfgang, joins the PGH Networks to discuss why IT compliance strengthens and protects your business.

Article - Government Technology - Cyber Analyst Q&A: Security Lessons from Lincoln College

David Murphy discusses cyber attack vulnerabilities and what colleges can do to mitigate them.

Article - Pittsburgh Post Gazette - Ask Me About... How the Shutdown of a Small College Brings Home the Danger of Ransomware

David Murphy speaks with the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette regarding the recent ransomware attack that shut down Lincoln College.

Staying Secure During Vacation Season

Stay cyber safe during vacation season with these tips from the Schneider Downs cybersecurity team.

Article – WAND – Ransomware, Pandemic Brought Down Lincoln College

Sean Thomas discusses the role a ransomware attack played in the permanent closure of Lincoln College.

Lincoln College Closes Due to Ransomware Attack

Learn how a ransomware attack contributed to Lincoln College closing their doors after 157 years.

Article – S&P Global – Small Banks Could Face Challenges With 36-Hour Cyber Reporting Rule

David Murphy discusses why smaller banks may struggle with the FDIC 26-hour cyber reporting rule.

What is blockchain? How can I secure my blockchain environment?

Learn more about blockchain environments and how to secure your environment from external bad actors from performing malicious actions.

What Were the Most Routinely Exploited Vulnerabilities of 2021?

Learn about the top 15 most common vulnerabilities and exposures of 2021 and recommended mitigation strategies.

Article – CSO Online – What is Your Biggest Insider Threat?

David Murphy shares his insights with CSO Online on some of the most problematic insider threats and minimizing their risk.

Article – Cybersecurity Dive – Banks Face 'Tight Deadline' Under New Cyber Notification Rule

David Murphy discusses the FDIC’s Computer-Security Incident Notification Final Rule with Cybersecurity Dive.

Article – Financial Planning –Remain on Alert for Russian Financial Cyber Attacks

David Murphy provides insight to Financial Planning about the importance of basic cybersecurity practices.

Hello, Your Federal Tax Return Was Not Accepted...

Learn how to identify, avoid and report IRS-themed scams related to Federal tax filing deadlines.

Big Thinking, Personal Focus: Cybersecurity

Learn how big thinking and personal focus drive client success.

PCI DSS Service Overview

Guide - Key Changes in PCI DSS V4.0

Learn about key changes in the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard v4.0.

The Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy Officially Starts Operations

Learn about the official launch of the Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy.

CISA, FBI and DOE Issue Joint Cyber Advisory for the Energy Sector

Learn more about the "Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures of Indicted State-Sponsored Russian Cyber Actors Targeting the Energy Sector" advisory issued by the DOE, FBI and CISA.

SEC Releases New Proposal to Standardize and Enhance Cyber Reporting

Learn about the recent SEC proposal to standardize and enhance disclosures regarding cybersecurity risk and reporting by public companies.

Article – CNN – US Warns Businesses to Prepare for Russian Cyberattacks. Here's How They Can Do That

Schneider Downs' David Murphy discusses cyber insurance and potential Russian cyberattacks.

Article – Directors & Boards – Boards and Management Must Work Together to Strengthen Cybersecurity

Schneider Downs' Carl Kriebel discusses the importance of management and boards closing communication gaps to strengthen cybersecurity.

Guide – Qualifying for Cyber Insurance in 2022

Learn about key requirements and considerations to qualify for cyber insurance.

Article – VentureBeat – Why the U.S. Can Engage Russia on Cyber Over Ukraine

Schneider Downs' David Murphy provides insight on how the issues in Ukraine create implications in US/Russian relations.

Article – Pittsburgh Business Times – Carl Kriebel Joins Schneider Downs

Carl Kriebel joined Schneider Downs & Co. Inc. as a shareholder and is based at its downtown headquarters.

Webinar: Benefits of a Purple Team Assessment

Article – Search Security – Cyber Insurance Premiums Skyrocket

Schneider Downs' Stephen Bish discusses Cyber insurance premiums with TechTarget, as costs skyrocket due to attacks surge.

Top Cybersecurity Questions of 2021

Join the Schneider Downs cybersecurity team as they answer some of the most common questions they have faced in the field from 2021.

Types of Personal Data

Learn about the different types of personal data targeted by cybercriminals.

Third Party Risk Management Services Overview

InfoSec Policy Templates

Benefits of a Purple Team Assessment

Learn more about the benefits of extending your basic penetration testing using Purple Team assessments to help you improve the organization’s alerting and detection posture.

Guide - CMMC Frequently Asked Questions

Learn more about frequently asked questions from authorized resources and professionals regarding cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) engagements.

Guide - CMMC Preparation Checklist

Be better prepared with your Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) engagement using our preparation checklist.

Top Ten Cybersecurity Strategy Mistakes of 2021

Learn about the top cybersecurity strategy mistakes organizations our team has witnessed first-hand and best practices to avoid these common pitfalls.

CMMC Service Overview

Infographic – top ten data privacy trends of 2021

Learn why data continues to be one of the most valued and targeted resources held by organizations and what are our suggestions are to protecting it.

Top Ten Data Privacy Trends for 2021

Learn what the Top Ten Data Privacy Trends of 2021 are and what you should be doing to prepare.

Case Study: Company Impacted by Six-Figure Ransomware Attack

Webinar: Inside Web Application Penetration Testing

Guide - COVID-19 Fraud Risks

Chronicles of a Penetration Tester

Lead Cybersecurity Strategist Stephen Bish shares his adventures as a penetration tester.

Article – Schneider Downs Named PTC Tech 50 Cybersecurity Innovator of the Year

Guide – Compliance and Third Party Risk Management

Staying Secure From Home

Learn about the best practices organizations and individuals can take to mitigate risks in an increasingly remote world.

Securing a Remote Workforce

Learn about best practices to secure a remote workforce including critical infrastructure considerations, cyber incident preparation and themed attack mitigation.

Infographic – Avoiding COVID-19 Scams

Article – Pittsburgh Business Times – Remote Workforce Security Tips

Article – HowStuffWorks – Have You Been Zoom Bombed?

Infographic - Top Disguises Used to Breach the Office

Article – Pittsburgh Business Times Cyber-Breached Panel

Guide - 10 Must Ask Cybersecurity and Information Security Questions

Webinar: How to Secure Student Records and Comply with GLBA

Webinar: 10 Vulnerabilities Hackers Love to Exploit

Webinar: Managing Cloud Vendor Risks

IT Risk Advisory Overview

Employees’ Passwords Compromise Cybersecurity Defenses

Global Manufacturer Operations Halted By Ransomware Attack

Article – WAND – Ransomware, Pandemic Brought Down Lincoln College

Cybersecurity Services Overview

Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Guide

Learn about CMMC, including a deep-dive into the certificate framework, the certification process, potential costs and best practices for preparing your organization.

Maximizing the Value of Penetration Testing

Learn about penetration testing including our methodologies, and best practices to help your organization maximize the value of this assessment tool.

10 Things Companies Wish They Did Before a Breach

Learn about ten key preventive measures companies have overlooked prior to a breach.

10 Vulnerabilities Hackers Love to Exploit

Get inside the mind of a hacker to learn about underlying circumstances leading to breaches and best practices to mitigate these risks.

10 Most Common Physical Cybersecurity Threats

Learn about some of the top physical cybersecurity threats facing organizations and best practices for mitigating physical security risks.

Digital Forensics & Incident Response Overview

Ransomware Security Overview

Penetration Testing Overview

Purple Team Assessment Overview

Cybersecurity Tips from Home Series

The Cybersecurity team shares best practices to stay secure in a remote environment.