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The Cyber Readiness Institute (CRI) empowers small and medium-sized businesses with free resources to improve cybersecurity @The_C_G_E

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How can small businesses prevent cyberattacks due to weak logins? Implement multifactor authentication with strong passwords to prevent cyber intrusions. During #SmallBusinessMonth, strengthen your business’s defenses with the free Cyber Readiness Program—a simple, effective way

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You don’t have to be a cyber expert to be #CyberReady! From stronger passwords to timely software updates, our Cyber Readiness Program helps highlight everyday risks and how easy it is to reduce them. Just ask Amanda Sanchez, Administrative Services Manager for East Rio Hondo

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How can small businesses avoid phishing scams? Educate employees on common tactics used by hackers that trick people into clicking on malicious links. This #SmallBusinessMonth, empower your team with the free Cyber Readiness Program—a step-by-step guide to building secure habits

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This #PhishingFriday we’re writing about Vishing (voice phishing) — when scammers use phone calls to trick you into giving up personal info or money. With scammers getting smarter (and using AI!), we all need to stay sharp. Checklist for Spotting Fake Calls: - Are they

This #PhishingFriday we’re writing about Vishing (voice phishing) — when scammers use phone calls to trick you into giving up personal info or money. With scammers getting smarter (and using AI!), we all need to stay sharp.
 
Checklist for Spotting Fake Calls:
- Are they
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Why are timely software updates essential for small businesses? Automatic software updates prevent hackers from exploiting outdated software or technology. This #SmallBusinessMonth, stay ahead of cyber threats with the free Cyber Readiness Program—a practical guide to building

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“It’s definitely worth the investment.” – Cyber Leader & #WaterUtility Administrative Services Manager Amanda Sanchez. From local agencies to national headlines, the message is clear: Cybersecurity is serious. Join water utilities like East Rio Hondo Water Supply Corporation in

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#PhishingFriday Alert: Smishing Scammers are sliding into your texts with fake links, urgent messages, and bogus claims from banks or delivery services. Be sure you’re #CyberReady and can identify these common scams before they get the best of your business. 🔍 Spot the scam:

#PhishingFriday Alert: Smishing
Scammers are sliding into your texts with fake links, urgent messages, and bogus claims from banks or delivery services. Be sure you’re #CyberReady and can identify these common scams before they get the best of your business.
 
🔍 Spot the scam:
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We’re proud to share that Sasha Pailet Koff, Managing Director of the Cyber Readiness Institute, will be speaking at the RSA Conference 2025 on the session: “Securing Your Supply Chain: Why SMBs Are Your Biggest Cyber Threat” June 11 | 1:20 PM ET Sasha will join leading

We’re proud to share that Sasha Pailet Koff, Managing Director of the Cyber Readiness Institute, will be speaking at the RSA Conference 2025 on the session: 

“Securing Your Supply Chain: Why SMBs Are Your Biggest Cyber Threat” 

June 11 | 1:20 PM ET 

Sasha will join leading
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Cyber readiness is safety readiness. As cyber threats grow more sophisticated, protecting your business online is just as important as protecting it on the ground. Human error remains the #1 cause of cyber incidents—but the solution starts with awareness and action. This

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Phishing Awareness: Malicious Attachments Not all phishing emails rely on links—some come with dangerous attachments. Key Message: While URL phishing is the most common trick in the book, attackers often use attachments containing malware or embedded malicious links to

Phishing Awareness: Malicious Attachments
Not all phishing emails rely on links—some come with dangerous attachments.

Key Message:
While URL phishing is the most common trick in the book, attackers often use attachments containing malware or embedded malicious links to
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Cyber threats don’t stop at your organization’s walls—they hit your entire supplier network, especially small and medium businesses. These organizations often lack the resources to defend against attacks, and human error remains the #1 cyber risk. That’s why our Executive

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June is #SafetyMonth – and safety starts online. At the Cyber Readiness Institute, we believe cybersecurity is a cornerstone of modern workplace safety. From phishing scams to weak passwords, cyber threats can jeopardize your data, operations, and people. Let’s use this month

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CRI is advancing cyber resilience for water utilities. In the U.S., CRI has partnered with the Center on Cyber and Technology Innovation at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies to launch the Phased Critical Infrastructure Pilot: Resiliency for Water Utilities. This

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Phishing Friday Alert: Social Media Scams Phishing isn’t just an email problem—scammers are sliding into DMs too. Be cautious if you receive: - Offers that seem too good to be true - Urgent messages demanding quick action - Requests for personal or financial information Stop.

Phishing Friday Alert: Social Media Scams

Phishing isn’t just an email problem—scammers are sliding into DMs too.
Be cautious if you receive:
- Offers that seem too good to be true
- Urgent messages demanding quick action
- Requests for personal or financial information

Stop.
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Laptops. Phones. Tablets. Every device your employees use is a potential cyber entry point. This #SafetyMonth, CRI encourages organizations to take simple steps: 🔒 Keep software updated 📵 Use MFA (multi-factor authentication) 🚫 Avoid public Wi-Fi for work-related tasks

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#DYK Over 90% of cyber incidents are caused by human error. For #SafetyMonth, #CRI reminds organizations: Your people are your first line of defense. Empower employees with training, strong password habits, and phishing awareness. Our free Cyber Readiness Program is designed

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This #PhishingFriday, here are some tips to protect yourself from #phishing attacks. Stay proactive. Prevention is your best defense. Phishing scams are getting smarter, but so can you. Use these essential security tips to outsmart scammers before they strike: - Enable

This #PhishingFriday, here are some tips to protect yourself from #phishing attacks.  
 
Stay proactive. Prevention is your best defense.

Phishing scams are getting smarter, but so can you. Use these essential security tips to outsmart scammers before they strike:

- Enable
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As June’s Safety Month wraps up, don’t let your focus on protection end here. Cyber readiness is an ongoing journey, and #CRI is here to support you year-round. From small businesses to global enterprises, building a cyber-aware culture is the key to long-term safety. ✅

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It’s #WorldUFODay—Cyber threats can come from nearby or a galaxy, far, far away. From suspicious links to #phishing emails that seem to come out of nowhere, the signs of a cyber threat can feel otherworldly 👽 Good news: You don’t need sci-fi tech to protect your team—just

It’s #WorldUFODay—Cyber threats can come from nearby or a galaxy, far, far away.

From suspicious links to #phishing emails that seem to come out of nowhere, the signs of a cyber threat can feel otherworldly đź‘˝

Good news: You don’t need sci-fi tech to protect your team—just
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Cyber threats are evolving fast. In 2025, attackers are using AI-generated phishing, deepfake voice scams, and zero-day exploits to target individuals and businesses. Staying updated is no longer optional—it's essential. 🔒 Stay alert. Update your software. Use strong

Cyber threats are evolving fast. In 2025, attackers are using AI-generated phishing, deepfake voice scams, and zero-day exploits to target individuals and businesses. Staying updated is no longer optional—it's essential.
 
đź”’ Stay alert. Update your software. Use strong