{"id":5131,"date":"2022-06-17T12:02:00","date_gmt":"2022-06-17T19:02:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/?p=5131"},"modified":"2024-01-16T05:37:51","modified_gmt":"2024-01-16T13:37:51","slug":"free-cybersecurity-resources","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/cybersecurity\/free-cybersecurity-resources\/","title":{"rendered":"63 Cybersecurity Resources for Any Stage of Your Career"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The field of cybersecurity is always evolving, and nothing suggests that that is likely to change soon. That\u2019s because hackers are constantly finding new ways to infiltrate systems. A degree or bootcamp will give you the foundational knowledge you\u2019ll need to launch your career, but cybersecurity professionals need to be constantly learning once they\u2019re out of school. This continuous learning process includes understanding how to learn cybersecurity effectively, which is essential for keeping pace with the rapidly changing landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re a seasoned veteran or just getting started in your cybersecurity career, it\u2019s important to stay up to date on the newest developments. That\u2019s why we\u2019ve put together this list of sixty-three cybersecurity resources, including cybersecurity experts to follow, blogs to read, podcasts to listen to, and channels to watch. With these resources, you\u2019ll be one step ahead of other cybersecurity professionals, and hopefully one step ahead of the hackers too.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.blog-cta-salsey-04 {\toverflow: hidden;\t}\t.blog-cta-salsey-04-img {\tmax-width: 160px !important;\t}\t@media (min-width: 768px) {\t.blog-cta-salsey-04-content {\tmax-width: calc(100% - 281px);\t}\t.blog-cta-salsey-04-img {\tposition: absolute;\tmax-width: 100% !important;\tright: -10px;\tbottom: -10px;\t}\t}<\/style><div class=\"blog-cta-salsey-04 bg-blue-50 p-3 my-5 position-relative\"><div class=\"d-block d-md-flex\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"212\" height=\"232\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/csc-student.png\" alt=\"Cybersecurity student\" class=\"blog-cta-salsey-04-img mb-3 mb-md-0\" \/><div class=\"blog-cta-salsey-04-content\"><div class=\"d-flex align-items-center mb-2\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"pe-2\" width=\"86\" height=\"71\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/job-guarantee-heading-badge.png\" alt=\"Job Guarantee\" style=\"mix-blend-mode: multiply\"><h4 class=\"fw-bold mb-0\">Become a Cybersecurity Analyst. Land a Job or Your Money Back.<\/h4><\/div><p>Conduct vulnerability assessments into on-premise and cloud security risks. Work 1:1 with an industry mentor. Graduate with a CompTIA Security+ Certification. Land a job \u2014 or your money back.<\/p><p class=\"mb-sm-0\"><a class=\"btn btn-primary btn-lg\" href=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/courses\/cyber-security-career-track\/#job-guarantee\">Explore course<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cybersecurity Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Free Cybersecurity Learning Resources and Courses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cybrary.it\/catalog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cybrary\u2019s Free Training and Community Resources<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"3046\" height=\"1602\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cybrarys-free-training-and-community-resources.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - Cybrary\u2019s Free Training and Community Resources\" class=\"wp-image-24635\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cybrarys-free-training-and-community-resources.png 3046w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cybrarys-free-training-and-community-resources-380x200.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cybrarys-free-training-and-community-resources-380x200.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 3046px) 100vw, 3046px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Launched in 2015, Cybrary aims to \u201cprovide the opportunity to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/learn\/learn-cybersecurity\/\">learn cybersecurity<\/a>, to anyone, anywhere, who wants that opportunity.\u201d The result? A plethora of free <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/cybersecurity\/best-cybersecurity-courses\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/cybersecurity\/best-cybersecurity-courses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cybersecurity courses<\/a> and resources on all topics related to the field. This crowdsourced platform boasts two million users, providing a toolkit of resources like free practice tests, practice labs, and assessments to help you achieve your professional goals.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you classify you\u2019re a beginner, intermediate, or expert, Cybrary will have courses and training tailored to your skill set. There are more than 150 courses in the catalog, including classes on cryptography, secure coding, advanced penetration testing, virtualization management, and other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/cybersecurity\/what-is-cybersecurity\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/cybersecurity\/what-is-cybersecurity\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cybersecurity<\/a> attacks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/niccs.cisa.gov\/training\/federal-virtual-training-environment-fedvte\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Federal Virtual Training Environment (FedVTE)<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1243\" height=\"561\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/the-federal-virtual-training-environment-fedvte.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - (FedVTE)\" class=\"wp-image-24647\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/the-federal-virtual-training-environment-fedvte.png 1243w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/the-federal-virtual-training-environment-fedvte-380x172.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/the-federal-virtual-training-environment-fedvte-380x172.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1243px) 100vw, 1243px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Federal Virtual Training Environment (FedVTE) is a resource that makes free online cybersecurity resources available to those who work in government at the federal, state, and local levels. It focuses on security issues that pertain to the federal government and national security.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/niccs.cisa.gov\/workforce-development\/resources\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Handout on Cybersecurity Education Resources<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1243\" height=\"551\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/handout-on-cybersecurity-education-resources.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - Handout on Cybersecurity Education Resources\" class=\"wp-image-24651\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/handout-on-cybersecurity-education-resources.png 1243w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/handout-on-cybersecurity-education-resources-380x168.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/handout-on-cybersecurity-education-resources-380x168.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1243px) 100vw, 1243px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Handout on Cybersecurity Education Resources is a cybersecurity initiative that helps make cybersecurity education at the K-12 level accessible. It provides worksheets, lesson plans, and notes that cover foundational concepts in dealing with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/cybersecurity\/how-to-become-an-incident-response-analyst\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cybersecurity incidents<\/a> and preventing security issues.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cisa.gov\/cybersecurity-training-exercises\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1198\" height=\"543\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cybersecurity-and-infrastructure-security-agency.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency\" class=\"wp-image-24654\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cybersecurity-and-infrastructure-security-agency.png 1198w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cybersecurity-and-infrastructure-security-agency-380x172.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cybersecurity-and-infrastructure-security-agency-380x172.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1198px) 100vw, 1198px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has the goal of helping both federal and non-federal professionals protect their cybersecurity activities. They provide assessment frameworks and courses that can be used to learn about cybersecurity vulnerabilities, the cybersecurity supply chain, application security, and mitigating security issues.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.comptia.org\/training\/books\/it-fundamentals-fc0-u61-study-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+)<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1172\" height=\"516\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/comptia-it-fundamentals-itf.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+)\" class=\"wp-image-24658\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/comptia-it-fundamentals-itf.png 1172w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/comptia-it-fundamentals-itf-380x167.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/comptia-it-fundamentals-itf-380x167.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1172px) 100vw, 1172px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This program offered by CompTIA covers all of the fundamentals of cybersecurity. This is a resource that you can use if you\u2019re getting started with learning about the cybersecurity industry and setting up systems in compliance with cybersecurity protection rules.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fortinet.com\/resources\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fortinet<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"442\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/fortinet.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - Fortinet\" class=\"wp-image-24660\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/fortinet.png 1300w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/fortinet-380x129.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/fortinet-380x129.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1300px) 100vw, 1300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Fortinet is a company that offers a range of cybersecurity products. But they also provide resources in areas like threat intelligence and other cybersecurity topics. Reading up on their research is a great way to ensure the improvement of cybersecurity programs and learn about what\u2019s happening at the cutting edge of the cybersecurity industry.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.techexams.net\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Techexam.net\u2019s Certification Preparation Community<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1322\" height=\"607\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/techexam.nets-certification-preparation-community.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - Techexam.net\u2019s Certification Preparation Community\" class=\"wp-image-24663\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/techexam.nets-certification-preparation-community.png 1322w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/techexam.nets-certification-preparation-community-380x174.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/techexam.nets-certification-preparation-community-380x174.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1322px) 100vw, 1322px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready to start studying for a cybersecurity certification? If so, you may want to explore TechExams.net\u2019s free certification preparation community. Members of this active online community have probably completed that same tech certification successfully. They can provide you with an insightful perspective on the process and point you to new resources that weren\u2019t already on your list.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to test and certification prep, the community\u2019s threads encompass topics like job searches and professional development, as well as timely tech-related news events. Pose a question in one of their forums on issues relating to creating a proper cybersecurity program or preventing cybersecurity attacks and a user will likely answer quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"bg-leaf-50 p-4 my-3\"><h4 class=\"fw-bold text-center\">Get To Know Other\tCybersecurity Students<\/h4><div class=\"row row-cols-1 row-cols-lg-3\"><div class=\"col\"><div class=\"card success-story-card h-100 d-flex justify-content-between mb-0\"><div class=\"flex-grow-1 text-center\"><a class=\"d-inline-block rounded-circle\" href=\"\/success\/vianey-luna\" style=\"width:125px;height:125px;overflow:hidden\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/springboard-images\/image\/upload\/v1629203192\/Student%20Success\/Vianey_Luna.png\" alt=\"Vianey Luna\" style=\"object-fit:contain;max-width:170px;height:125px\" \/><\/a><p class=\"fw-bold mb-0\">Vianey Luna<\/p><p class=\"text-muted lh-1\">IT Security Specialist at Cooper Machinery Services<\/p><\/div><div class=\"w-100 d-block d-md-none mt-3\"><\/div><p class=\"mb-0 mx-auto text-center\"><a class=\"btn btn-primary mx-auto\" href=\"\/success\/vianey-luna\">Read Story<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"col d-none d-md-block\"><div class=\"card success-story-card h-100 d-flex justify-content-between mb-0\"><div class=\"flex-grow-1 text-center\"><a class=\"d-inline-block rounded-circle\" href=\"\/success\/gabrielle-oler\" style=\"width:125px;height:125px;overflow:hidden\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/springboard-images\/image\/upload\/v1696265165\/Student%20Success\/Gabrielle_Oler.jpg\" alt=\"Gabrielle Oler\" style=\"object-fit:contain;max-width:170px;height:125px\" \/><\/a><p class=\"fw-bold mb-0\">Gabrielle Oler<\/p><p class=\"text-muted lh-1\">Systems Administrator at Coherent Technical Services<\/p><\/div><p class=\"mb-0 mx-auto text-center\"><a class=\"btn btn-primary mx-auto\" href=\"\/success\/gabrielle-oler\">Read Story<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"col d-none d-md-block\"><div class=\"card success-story-card h-100 d-flex justify-content-between mb-0\"><div class=\"flex-grow-1 text-center\"><a class=\"d-inline-block rounded-circle\" href=\"\/success\/karen-peterson\" style=\"width:125px;height:125px;overflow:hidden\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/springboard-images\/image\/upload\/v1671824951\/Student%20Success\/Karen_Peterson.jpg\" alt=\"Karen Peterson\" style=\"object-fit:contain;max-width:170px;height:125px\" \/><\/a><p class=\"fw-bold mb-0\">Karen Peterson<\/p><p class=\"text-muted lh-1\">Compliance Advisory Associate at Coalfire<\/p><\/div><p class=\"mb-0 mx-auto text-center\"><a class=\"btn btn-primary mx-auto\" href=\"\/success\/karen-peterson\">Read Story<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ics-cert-training.inl.gov\/learn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">U.S. Department of Homeland Security\u2019s Virtual Training<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s no surprise that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security\u2019s website offers an abundance of content and information on setting up a comprehensive cybersecurity program. But the site also features free cybersecurity courses and training materials for those who want to broaden their knowledge of the security of industrial control systems.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can access 11 courses that cover subjects from operational security for control systems to current trends in cybersecurity vulnerabilities that put industrial control systems at risk. And if you\u2019re seeking an in-person experience, the agency also periodically offers instructor-led courses on making your cybersecurity protections consistent with their regulations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use that information to make informed decisions about the kind of annual certification processes that you want at your organization or bi-annual vulnerability assessments that could help you mitigate threats. This could even serve as a starting point for you to get a certification of compliance in the cybersecurity field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cyberaces.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SANS Cyber Aces Online<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1231\" height=\"642\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/sans-cyber-aces-online.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - SANS Cyber Aces Online\" class=\"wp-image-24669\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/sans-cyber-aces-online.png 1231w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/sans-cyber-aces-online-380x198.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/sans-cyber-aces-online-380x198.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1231px) 100vw, 1231px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Developed by the SANS Institute, this free course aims to help alleviate the shortage of cybersecurity professionals by introducing students and professionals to the field. It is designed to provide beginners with the core <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/cybersecurity\/cybersecurity-skills\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">skills to launch a cybersecurity career<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/niccs.cisa.gov\/training\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">National Initiative for Cybersecurity Careers and Studies<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1233\" height=\"513\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/national-initiative-for-cybersecurity-careers-and-studies.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - National Initiative for Cybersecurity Careers and Studies\" class=\"wp-image-24670\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/national-initiative-for-cybersecurity-careers-and-studies.png 1233w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/national-initiative-for-cybersecurity-careers-and-studies-380x158.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/national-initiative-for-cybersecurity-careers-and-studies-380x158.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1233px) 100vw, 1233px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The National Initiative for Cybersecurity Careers and Studies is an organization that strives to create a workforce that can defend sensitive data and infrastructure against cyber attacks. They offer an extensive training catalog that can be used by current employees in the security space to upskill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cybersecurity Experts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/binitamshah\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Binni Shah | @Binitamshah<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Binni Shah is a Linux evangelist and security expert who often posts about how to create systems in compliance with cybersecurity protection measures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">s0cm0nkey&#39;s Security Reference Guide &#8211; OSINT\/Passive Recon  : All of the Best Links and Resources on Cyber Security : <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/SqnonPDE9g\">https:\/\/t.co\/SqnonPDE9g<\/a> credits  <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/s0cm0nkeysec?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@s0cm0nkeysec<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Binni Shah (@binitamshah) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/binitamshah\/status\/1445968345115676678?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">October 7, 2021<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/briankrebs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Brian Krebs | @Briankrebs<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Brian Krebs is a former Washington Post reporter who has spent a significant part of his career writing articles about security and studying the cybersecurity field. He\u2019s done work recommending safer cybersecurity activities and highlighting consumer protection issues.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">1\/ So you go shopping for a PIV card reader, because the US govt gave you one and you&#39;re curious to look at what&#39;s on it. You settle for this &quot;DOD military USB common access smart card reader,&quot; because it&#39;s compatible with Mac OS. Cool! Only $15! What a bargain! <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/MHPPkZVixp\">pic.twitter.com\/MHPPkZVixp<\/a><\/p>&mdash; briankrebs (@briankrebs) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/briankrebs\/status\/1526297731748216833?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">May 16, 2022<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hackingdave\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dave Kennedy | @Hackingdave<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Dave Kennedy is the founder of Binary Defense, a cybersecurity firm. He tweets regularly about emerging cybersecurity issues, tools to combat attacks, and high-profile cybersecurity incidents. Viewing this content will give you an idea of how domestic banks, captive insurance companies, and other large organizations have an initial certification process for their employees and a whole host of other cybersecurity measures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Wow, I am completely speechless here. <br><br>Microsoft really did remove the PoC code from Github.<br><br> This is huge, removing a security researchers code from GitHub against their own product and which has already been patched.<br><br>This is not good. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/yqO7sebCSU\">https:\/\/t.co\/yqO7sebCSU<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Dave Kennedy (@HackingDave) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/HackingDave\/status\/1370070863505199108?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">March 11, 2021<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/gcluley\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Graham Cluley | @Gcluley<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Graham Cluley has been covering the cybersecurity industry since the 1990s. He also hosts a podcast called Smashing Security where he discusses how to create an effective cybersecurity program, cybersecurity regulation, and other issues in the cybersecurity field.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Warning! This thread might trigger some people.<br><br>One of the challenges we face is that computer security is no longer an issue just of interest to those of us with beards and sandals. It\u2019s a problem for everybody with a computer. It\u2019s an issue for the woman who does my&#8230; 1\/5<\/p>&mdash; Graham Cluley \ud83d\udc18 @gcluley@mastodon.green (@gcluley) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/gcluley\/status\/1301156285392486401?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">September 2, 2020<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hacks4pancakes?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lesley Carhart | @Hacks4pancakes<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Lesley Carhart is a director of incident response at Dragos, an industrial cybersecurity company. She is a must-follow for those who want to stay abreast of recent developments in cybersecurity policies, as well as measures to put in place to prevent a security breach at your organization.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">\ud83e\udd37\ud83c\udffb\u200d\u2640\ufe0f\ud83c\udf78 \u201cMilitary grade\u201d <br><br>You mean like\u2026. Cobalt Strike, that was intended to train the military and has been one of the top stolen tools used by criminals for *years*? (No offense to Cobalt Strike intended at all, but the headline and quotes are utterly wacky). It\u2019s so wrong. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/AdWRwgMylW\">https:\/\/t.co\/AdWRwgMylW<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Lesley Carhart (@hacks4pancakes) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hacks4pancakes\/status\/1531061012421566464?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">May 29, 2022<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cybersecurity Websites and Blogs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.afcea.org\/content\/#\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association (Signal)<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"992\" height=\"528\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/armed-forces-communications-and-electronics-association-signal.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - Signal\" class=\"wp-image-24671\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/armed-forces-communications-and-electronics-association-signal.png 992w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/armed-forces-communications-and-electronics-association-signal-380x202.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/armed-forces-communications-and-electronics-association-signal-380x202.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 992px) 100vw, 992px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Signal is a magazine that covers homeland security, big data, and cyber technologies from a national security perspective. Reading the magazine is a great way to gain an understanding of how the government and military are increasingly making cybersecurity a core focus. You will learn about how government bodies go about instituting threat assessment programs and the risk-based requirements they have for the companies that work with them.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.computerworld.com\/in\/category\/emerging-technology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Computer World Emerging Technology<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1030\" height=\"570\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/computer-world-emerging-technology.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - Computer World Emerging Technology\" class=\"wp-image-24672\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/computer-world-emerging-technology.png 1030w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/computer-world-emerging-technology-380x210.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/computer-world-emerging-technology-380x210.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Computer World\u2019s Emerging Technology section covers general emerging technologies like the metaverse and Web3, but it also gives you the latest updates on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/cybersecurity\/10-cybersecurity-trends-in-2021-and-beyond\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/cybersecurity\/10-cybersecurity-trends-in-2021-and-beyond\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">happenings in the world of cybersecurity<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/danielmiessler.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Daniel Miessler<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1066\" height=\"570\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/daniel-miessler.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - Daniel Miessler\" class=\"wp-image-24673\" style=\"width:840px;height:449px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/daniel-miessler.png 1066w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/daniel-miessler-380x203.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/daniel-miessler-380x203.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1066px) 100vw, 1066px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Daniel Miessler is one of the foremost thought leaders in the world of cybersecurity. His newsletters cover security risk assessments, cyber assessment frameworks, and industry news in a digestible format.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/digitalguardian.com\/blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Data Insider<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1285\" height=\"439\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/data-insider.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - Data Insider\" class=\"wp-image-24674\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/data-insider.png 1285w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/data-insider-380x130.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/data-insider-380x130.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1285px) 100vw, 1285px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Data Insider is a publication offered by Digital Guardian, a company that makes a SaaS data loss prevention product. It covers news and research that pertains to data protection, threat research, and cybersecurity policies.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/securityaffairs.co\/wordpress\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Security Affairs<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1065\" height=\"647\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/security-affairs.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - Security Affairs\" class=\"wp-image-24675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/security-affairs.png 1065w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/security-affairs-380x231.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/security-affairs-380x231.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1065px) 100vw, 1065px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Security Affairs is a website that covers all things cybersecurity, including malware, cybercrime, and how to create an effective cybersecurity program.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/news.ycombinator.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hacker News<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1153\" height=\"463\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/hacker-news.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - Hacker News\" class=\"wp-image-24676\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/hacker-news.png 1153w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/hacker-news-380x153.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/hacker-news-380x153.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1153px) 100vw, 1153px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Hacker News is a popular technology forum created by the folks at YCombinator. Interacting with the forum can be a great way to bring yourself up to speed on how startups and individual hackers are dealing with cybersecurity issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/category\/cybersecurity\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Springboard Cybersecurity Blog Posts<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1157\" height=\"505\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/springboard-cybersecurity-blog-posts.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - Springboard Cybersecurity Blog Posts\" class=\"wp-image-24677\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/springboard-cybersecurity-blog-posts.png 1157w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/springboard-cybersecurity-blog-posts-380x166.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/springboard-cybersecurity-blog-posts-380x166.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1157px) 100vw, 1157px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>On our blog, we cover a variety of cybersecurity topics, and share free information that you can use to advance your career or become a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/cybersecurity\/how-to-become-cybersecurity-analyst\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cybersecurity analyst<\/a>. Whether it\u2019s advice about which <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/cybersecurity\/best-programming-language-for-cybersecurity\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">programming languages to learn for cybersecurity<\/a> or pointers on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/cybersecurity\/how-to-create-an-awesome-cybersecurity-resume\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/cybersecurity\/how-to-create-an-awesome-cybersecurity-resume\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">creating a cybersecurity resume<\/a>, the blog is frequently updated with new tips and articles to keep you informed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.schneier.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Schneier on Security<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1008\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/schneier-on-security.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - Schneier on Security\" class=\"wp-image-24678\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/schneier-on-security.png 1008w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/schneier-on-security-380x201.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/schneier-on-security-380x201.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1008px) 100vw, 1008px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Schneier on Security consistently rates as one of the top cybersecurity personal websites in the blogosphere\u2014and for good reason. Security expert Bruce Schneier is an author and cybersecurity influencer. He\u2019s currently the chief technology officer at IBM Resilient, a fellow at Harvard University\u2019s Berkman Center, and is often <a href=\"http:\/\/nymag.com\/intelligencer\/2017\/01\/the-internet-of-things-dangerous-future-bruce-schneier.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">quoted in media outlets<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/krebsonsecurity.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Krebs on Security<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1227\" height=\"634\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/krebs-on-security.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - Krebs on Security\" class=\"wp-image-24679\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/krebs-on-security.png 1227w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/krebs-on-security-380x196.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/krebs-on-security-380x196.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1227px) 100vw, 1227px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Another lauded cybersecurity blog comes from Brian Krebs, who worked as a reporter for <em>The Washington Post<\/em> from 1995 to 2009 and authored more than 1,300 posts for the Security Fix blog. His interest in the topic grew after his home network was attacked in 2001. On his influential blog, recurring themes include online crime investigations, data breaches, and cyber justice.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"bg-leaf-50 p-4 my-3\"><h4 class=\"fw-bold text-center\">Get To Know Other\tCybersecurity Students<\/h4><div class=\"row row-cols-1 row-cols-lg-3\"><div class=\"col\"><div class=\"card success-story-card h-100 d-flex justify-content-between mb-0\"><div class=\"flex-grow-1 text-center\"><a class=\"d-inline-block rounded-circle\" href=\"\/success\/jose-mendoza\" style=\"width:125px;height:125px;overflow:hidden\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/springboard-images\/image\/upload\/v1680558225\/Jose_Mendoza.jpg\" alt=\"Jose Mendoza\" style=\"object-fit:contain;max-width:170px;height:125px\" \/><\/a><p class=\"fw-bold mb-0\">Jose Mendoza<\/p><p class=\"text-muted lh-1\">Cyber Security Career Track Student at Springboard<\/p><\/div><div class=\"w-100 d-block d-md-none mt-3\"><\/div><p class=\"mb-0 mx-auto text-center\"><a class=\"btn btn-primary mx-auto\" href=\"\/success\/jose-mendoza\">Read Story<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"col d-none d-md-block\"><div class=\"card success-story-card h-100 d-flex justify-content-between mb-0\"><div class=\"flex-grow-1 text-center\"><a class=\"d-inline-block rounded-circle\" href=\"\/success\/dipen-patel\" style=\"width:125px;height:125px;overflow:hidden\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/springboard-images\/image\/upload\/v1656429644\/Student%20Success\/Dipen_Patel.jpg\" alt=\"Dipen Patel\" style=\"object-fit:contain;max-width:170px;height:125px\" \/><\/a><p class=\"fw-bold mb-0\">Dipen Patel<\/p><p class=\"text-muted lh-1\">Cybersecurity Analyst at Accenture<\/p><\/div><p class=\"mb-0 mx-auto text-center\"><a class=\"btn btn-primary mx-auto\" href=\"\/success\/dipen-patel\">Read Story<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"col d-none d-md-block\"><div class=\"card success-story-card h-100 d-flex justify-content-between mb-0\"><div class=\"flex-grow-1 text-center\"><a class=\"d-inline-block rounded-circle\" href=\"\/success\/eric-rivera\" style=\"width:125px;height:125px;overflow:hidden\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/springboard-images\/image\/upload\/v1682908908\/Student%20Success\/Eric_Rivera.jpg\" alt=\"Eric Rivera\" style=\"object-fit:contain;max-width:170px;height:125px\" \/><\/a><p class=\"fw-bold mb-0\">Eric Rivera<\/p><p class=\"text-muted lh-1\">IAM Security Specialist at Dearborn Group<\/p><\/div><p class=\"mb-0 mx-auto text-center\"><a class=\"btn btn-primary mx-auto\" href=\"\/success\/eric-rivera\">Read Story<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cybersecurity Books and Whitepapers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oreilly.com\/security\/free\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">O\u2019Reilly\u2019s Free Security Ebooks<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1278\" height=\"635\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/oreillys-free-security-ebooks.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - O\u2019Reilly\u2019s Free Security Ebooks\" class=\"wp-image-24680\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/oreillys-free-security-ebooks.png 1278w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/oreillys-free-security-ebooks-380x189.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/oreillys-free-security-ebooks-380x189.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1278px) 100vw, 1278px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you prefer books to blogs, then you should check out O\u2019Reilly Media\u2019s robust offering of free ebooks. The media company has an impressive roster of complimentary titles on cybersecurity, touching on topics like data lakes, the darknet, and DevOps security.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cisecurity.org\/resources\/white-papers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Center for Internet Security<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1345\" height=\"606\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/center-for-internet-security1.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - Center for Internet Security\" class=\"wp-image-24682\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/center-for-internet-security1.png 1345w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/center-for-internet-security1-380x171.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/center-for-internet-security1-380x171.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1345px) 100vw, 1345px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>While white papers are often crafted with the intention of swaying the reader, they also can be filled with sound information and illuminating data. And for cybersecurity professionals, the Center for Internet Security\u2019s website is a strong source of related white papers. The nonprofit\u2014whose mission is to \u201cidentify, develop, validate, promote, and sustain best practice solutions for cyber defense\u201d\u2014also features other educational tools, webinars, and videos for those interested in learning more about cybersecurity vulnerabilities, improving cybersecurity programs, and contending with ever-increasing cybersecurity risks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.comptia.org\/insight-tools?tags=security&amp;types=articles%7Cguides%7Cresearch%7Cwhitepapers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CompTIA\u2019s Security Whitepapers and Guides<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1219\" height=\"595\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/comptias-security-whitepapers-and-guides-1-.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - CompTIA\u2019s Security Whitepapers and Guides\" class=\"wp-image-24683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/comptias-security-whitepapers-and-guides-1-.png 1219w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/comptias-security-whitepapers-and-guides-1--380x185.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/comptias-security-whitepapers-and-guides-1--380x185.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1219px) 100vw, 1219px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Although CompTIA is probably best known for its role in issuing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/cybersecurity\/cybersecurity-certifications\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/cybersecurity\/cybersecurity-certifications\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cybersecurity certifications<\/a>, the nonprofit trade organization is also a good resource for white papers, guides, and research on technology. The website has various cybersecurity research materials that are worth a read. And after perusing those titles, you\u2019ll likely want to check out the website\u2019s other free tools and content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/niccs.cisa.gov\/sites\/default\/files\/documents\/pdf\/cybersecurity%20careers%20of%20the%20future.pdf?trackDocs=cybersecurity%20careers%20of%20the%20future.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cybersecurity Careers of the Future<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"808\" height=\"568\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cybersecurity-careers-of-the-future.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - Cybersecurity Careers of the Future\" class=\"wp-image-24684\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cybersecurity-careers-of-the-future.png 808w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cybersecurity-careers-of-the-future-380x267.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cybersecurity-careers-of-the-future-380x267.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 808px) 100vw, 808px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This document discusses the future of the cybersecurity industry in terms of regulatory requirements and potential cybersecurity attacks. Anyone who\u2019s wondering about how they can create an effective cybersecurity program or deal with cyber threats in an organizational setting should go through this work.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cisecurity.org\/insights\/white-papers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Center for Internet Security<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1322\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/center-for-internet-security-3.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - Center for Internet Security\" class=\"wp-image-24685\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/center-for-internet-security-3.png 1322w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/center-for-internet-security-3-380x175.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/center-for-internet-security-3-380x175.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1322px) 100vw, 1322px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Center for Internet Security regularly releases white papers on topics such as cyber hygiene, enterprise cybersecurity tips, and carrying out periodic risk assessments.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/niccs.cisa.gov\/sites\/default\/files\/documents\/pdf\/cybersecurity%20talent%20identification%20and%20assessment.pdf?trackDocs=cybersecurity%20talent%20identification%20and%20assessment.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cybersecurity Talent Identification and Assessment<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"803\" height=\"553\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cybersecurity-talent-identification-and-assessment.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - Cybersecurity Talent Identification and Assessment\" class=\"wp-image-24686\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cybersecurity-talent-identification-and-assessment.png 803w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cybersecurity-talent-identification-and-assessment-380x262.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cybersecurity-talent-identification-and-assessment-380x262.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 803px) 100vw, 803px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a document aimed at those who want to train and identify talent in the cybersecurity industry. It covers the different ways to train, cultivate, and assess software professionals with a security bent. If you\u2019re trying to break into the industry, this can give you a good idea of what potential employers are looking for. You\u2019ll learn about how you can secure data in both internal networks and external networks and integrate procedural tools that can help in your work.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cybersecurity Channels and Videos<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dark Cubed MSP Cybersecurity Webinar&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1324\" height=\"549\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/dark-cubed-msp-cybersecurity-webinar-.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - Dark Cubed MSP Cybersecurity Webinar\u00a0\" class=\"wp-image-24687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/dark-cubed-msp-cybersecurity-webinar-.png 1324w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/dark-cubed-msp-cybersecurity-webinar--380x158.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/dark-cubed-msp-cybersecurity-webinar--380x158.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1324px) 100vw, 1324px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a cybersecurity webinar that caters to managed service providers (MSP). The instructor is former Whitehouse Chief Information Security Officer Vince Crisler, so you know that you\u2019re in good hands.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/cybersecurity\/12-must-watch-cybersecurity-ted-talks\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/cybersecurity\/12-must-watch-cybersecurity-ted-talks\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cybersecurity TED Talks<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1149\" height=\"516\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cybersecurity-ted-talks.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - Cybersecurity TED Talks\" class=\"wp-image-24688\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cybersecurity-ted-talks.png 1149w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cybersecurity-ted-talks-380x171.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cybersecurity-ted-talks-380x171.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1149px) 100vw, 1149px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>TED Talks are known for their compelling delivery, informative nature, and 18-minute time limits. They\u2019re also completely free to watch. Check out this blog post that covers 12 compelling <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/cybersecurity\/12-must-watch-cybersecurity-ted-talks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TED and TEDx Talks on cybersecurity<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stanford University Cybersecurity Courses and Videos<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1334\" height=\"624\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/stanford-university-cybersecurity-courses-and-videos.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - Stanford University Cybersecurity Courses and Videos\" class=\"wp-image-24689\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/stanford-university-cybersecurity-courses-and-videos.png 1334w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/stanford-university-cybersecurity-courses-and-videos-380x178.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/stanford-university-cybersecurity-courses-and-videos-380x178.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1334px) 100vw, 1334px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>We don\u2019t all have the credentials to earn a degree from Stanford, but that doesn\u2019t mean the school\u2019s educational resources are out of reach. As part of its professional certificate program in advanced computer security, Stanford offers free cybersecurity webinars and a video talk series featuring some of the university\u2019s computer security experts. The school also has a deep bench of free videos on computer science and security on its YouTube channel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/staysafeonline.org\/cybersecure-business\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CyberSecure My Business Program&nbsp;<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1313\" height=\"617\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cybersecure-my-business-program-.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - CyberSecure My Business Program\u00a0\" class=\"wp-image-24690\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cybersecure-my-business-program-.png 1313w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cybersecure-my-business-program--380x179.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cybersecure-my-business-program--380x179.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1313px) 100vw, 1313px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you run a small- or medium-sized business, it\u2019s possible that you haven\u2019t spent enough time thinking about setting up a cyber assessment framework. The CyberSecure My Business Program is meant to be a crash course for smaller business owners who want to know how they can secure sensitive data from malicious actors.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brighttalk.com\/community\/it-security\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BrightTALK\u2019s Webinar Stream<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1266\" height=\"622\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/brighttalks-webinar-stream.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - BrightTALK\u2019s Webinar Stream\" class=\"wp-image-24691\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/brighttalks-webinar-stream.png 1266w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/brighttalks-webinar-stream-380x187.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/brighttalks-webinar-stream-380x187.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1266px) 100vw, 1266px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Hear from thousands of thought leaders and experts in the cybersecurity field by tuning in to BrightTALK\u2019s comprehensive stream of cybersecurity-related webinars. Thousands of videos are available in the IT security stream, which is constantly being updated. Especially useful for professionals who are further along in their cybersecurity careers, BrightTALK also includes options for non-English speakers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beyondtrust.com\/resources\/education\/webinars\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BeyondTrust\u2019s Webinar Offerings<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1165\" height=\"642\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/beyondtrusts-webinar-offerings.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - BeyondTrust\u2019s Webinar Offerings\" class=\"wp-image-24692\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/beyondtrusts-webinar-offerings.png 1165w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/beyondtrusts-webinar-offerings-380x209.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/beyondtrusts-webinar-offerings-380x209.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1165px) 100vw, 1165px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Cybersecurity solution provider BeyondTrust provides a variety of products to help companies protect themselves against cyber threats. It also offers a wide breadth of educational resources like webinars, white papers, datasheets, and case studies. The firm\u2019s webinars examine best practices, expert tips for doing security risk assessments, and other applicable concepts that help organizations safeguard against attacks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCy8ntxFEudOCRZYT1f7ya9Q\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">13Cubed<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1120\" height=\"602\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/13cubed.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - 13Cubed\" class=\"wp-image-24693\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/13cubed.png 1120w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/13cubed-380x204.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/13cubed-380x204.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1120px) 100vw, 1120px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>13Cubed is a YouTube channel that produces videos that cover penetration testing, digital forensics, and information security.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/Computerphile\/about\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Computerphile<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1130\" height=\"495\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/computerphile.png\" alt=\"learn a lot about general cybersecurity\" class=\"wp-image-24694\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/computerphile.png 1130w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/computerphile-380x166.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/computerphile-380x166.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1130px) 100vw, 1130px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Computerphile is among the most popular technology channels on YouTube. They cover a wide range of topics pertaining to both hardware and software. You can learn a lot about general cybersecurity and how it relates to consumer privacy by following this channel.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/InsiderPhD\/about\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">InsiderPhD<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1119\" height=\"513\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/insiderphd.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - InsiderPhD\" class=\"wp-image-24695\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/insiderphd.png 1119w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/insiderphd-380x174.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/insiderphd-380x174.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1119px) 100vw, 1119px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>InsiderPhD is a YouTube channel that brings a rather unique voice to the cybersecurity world. The creator is a PhD student who applies natural language processing techniques to cybersecurity threat investigation. You can learn a lot about practical approaches to threat detection and the applicable requirements for a robust cybersecurity program by following the channel.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCVeW9qkBjo3zosnqUbG7CFw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">John Hammond<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1120\" height=\"571\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/john-hammond.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - John Hammond\" class=\"wp-image-24696\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/john-hammond.png 1120w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/john-hammond-380x194.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/john-hammond-380x194.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1120px) 100vw, 1120px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>John Hammond is a hacker and thought leader in the cybersecurity field and consumer data privacy. His videos detail security vulnerabilities in different operating systems, consumer applications, how to do a review of logs pertaining to security, etc.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/c\/LiveOverflow\/about\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LiveOverflow<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1118\" height=\"513\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/liveoverflow.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - LiveOverflow\" class=\"wp-image-24697\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/liveoverflow.png 1118w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/liveoverflow-380x174.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/liveoverflow-380x174.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1118px) 100vw, 1118px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>LiveOverflow is a great YouTuber to follow to get a hacker\u2019s perspective on information security topics. It talks about the ways in which you can do a periodic assessment of your cyber activity and have an overall healthier cyber security profile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cybersecurity Podcasts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/risky.biz\/about\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Risky Business<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"905\" height=\"542\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/risky-business.png\" alt=\"Risky Business\" class=\"wp-image-24698\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/risky-business.png 905w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/risky-business-380x228.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/risky-business-380x228.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 905px) 100vw, 905px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Launched in 2007, Risky Business focuses on current industry news and interesting guest interviews. (<a href=\"https:\/\/itunes.apple.com\/us\/podcast\/risky-business-feature-interview-bob-lord-cso-democratic\/id216478078?i=1000418410819&amp;mt=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bob Lord<\/a>, the chief security officer of the Democratic National Committee, was interviewed on the podcast earlier this summer.) Hosted by journalist Patrick Gray, this podcast runs for about 60 minutes and is an entertaining way for security professionals to stay on top of the latest news.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/securityweekly.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Security Weekly<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1295\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/security-weekly.png\" alt=\"Security Weekly\" class=\"wp-image-24699\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/security-weekly.png 1295w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/security-weekly-380x158.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/security-weekly-380x158.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1295px) 100vw, 1295px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the longest-running cybersecurity podcasts, Security Weekly has been connecting the information security community since 2005. The main host is Paul Asadoorian, but he\u2019s joined by a handful of others for news discussions, technical segments, and interviews. Each podcast by Security Weekly is supplemented with detailed notes. And they\u2019re <a href=\"https:\/\/securityweekly.com\/live\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">broadcast live<\/a> on YouTube and Facebook.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/twit.tv\/shows\/security-now\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Security Now<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1100\" height=\"573\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/security-now.png\" alt=\"Security Now\" class=\"wp-image-24700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/security-now.png 1100w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/security-now-380x198.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/security-now-380x198.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1100px) 100vw, 1100px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Available in audio and video formats, Security Now is a weekly podcast hosted by TWiT Netcast Network founder Leo Laporte and Steve Gibson, who created the first anti-spyware program (and who is credited with coining the word \u201cspyware\u201d). The show runs for about two hours and focuses on helping the audience ramp up their personal security, with topics like password security, firewalls, and application security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/isc.sans.edu\/podcast.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Internet Storm Center StormCast<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"944\" height=\"501\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/internet-storm-center-stormcast.png\" alt=\"Internet Storm Center StormCast\" class=\"wp-image-24703\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/internet-storm-center-stormcast.png 944w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/internet-storm-center-stormcast-380x202.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/internet-storm-center-stormcast-380x202.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 944px) 100vw, 944px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If two-hour podcasts aren\u2019t for you, check out the bite-sized daily updates from the SANS Internet Storm Center. These \u201cStormCasts\u201d distill the most important network security news of the day into five minutes or so.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.timothydeblock.com\/eis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Exploring Information Security<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"864\" height=\"547\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/exploring-information-security.png\" alt=\"Exploring Information Security\" class=\"wp-image-24704\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/exploring-information-security.png 864w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/exploring-information-security-380x241.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/exploring-information-security-380x241.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 864px) 100vw, 864px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Host Timothy De Block began his IT career as an electronics technician in the U.S. Navy. After leaving the military, he discovered an interest in security, eventually becoming an information security officer for a South Carolina state agency. On his weekly show, he shares his expertise and talks to infosec industry leaders about the latest news and trends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cybersecurity Tools<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cisa.gov\/sites\/default\/files\/publications\/Cybersecurity%20Workforce%20Training%20Guide%207.28.21%20508c.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cybersecurity Workforce Training Guide<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1034\" height=\"571\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cybersecurity-workforce-training-guide.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - Cybersecurity Workforce Training Guide\" class=\"wp-image-24705\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cybersecurity-workforce-training-guide.png 1034w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cybersecurity-workforce-training-guide-380x210.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/cybersecurity-workforce-training-guide-380x210.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1034px) 100vw, 1034px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Cybersecurity Workforce Training Guide was put together by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). It is a tool for early-career cybersecurity professionals to understand how they can chart a successful career in the cybersecurity industry.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/niccs.cisa.gov\/workforce-development\/cyber-security-workforce-framework\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Workforce Framework for Cybersecurity (NICE Framework)<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1235\" height=\"469\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/the-workforce-framework-for-cybersecurity-nice-framework.png\" alt=\"The Workforce Framework for Cybersecurity (NICE Framework)\" class=\"wp-image-24706\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/the-workforce-framework-for-cybersecurity-nice-framework.png 1235w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/the-workforce-framework-for-cybersecurity-nice-framework-380x144.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/the-workforce-framework-for-cybersecurity-nice-framework-380x144.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1235px) 100vw, 1235px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>NICE is a cybersecurity framework created by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). It covers techniques across a range of areas within the cybersecurity field, including exploitation analysis, language analysis, and risk assessments.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/niccs.cisa.gov\/workforce-development\/mapping-tool\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NICE Framework Mapping Tool<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1237\" height=\"414\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/nice-framework-mapping-tool.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - NICE Framework Mapping Tool\" class=\"wp-image-24721\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/nice-framework-mapping-tool.png 1237w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/nice-framework-mapping-tool-380x127.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/nice-framework-mapping-tool-380x127.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1237px) 100vw, 1237px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This mapping tool is an accessory to the previously mentioned NICE framework. It makes it easy to figure out where you fit into the cybersecurity infrastructure of an organization and what your responsibilities are given that position. You can simply download the guide and select your position to see where it fits into the framework.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Open-Source Cybersecurity Tools<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/getgophish.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Gophish<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1227\" height=\"616\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/gophish.png\" alt=\"Gophish\" class=\"wp-image-24707\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/gophish.png 1227w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/gophish-380x191.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/gophish-380x191.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1227px) 100vw, 1227px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>An open-source framework to detect and prevent phishing attacks. You can use it to monitor your own networks and release a notice to consumers if you run a company that handles customer data.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/Netflix-Skunkworks\/Scumblr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Scumblr<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"941\" height=\"489\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/scumblr.png\" alt=\"Scumblr\" class=\"wp-image-24708\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/scumblr.png 941w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/scumblr-380x197.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/scumblr-380x197.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 941px) 100vw, 941px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Scumblr is an open-source tool that companies like Netflix use to prevent DDOS attacks and other security threats.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snort.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Snort<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1310\" height=\"508\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/snort.png\" alt=\"Snort\" class=\"wp-image-24709\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/snort.png 1310w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/snort-380x147.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/snort-380x147.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1310px) 100vw, 1310px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a secure reporting tool to detect intruders and prevent hackers from accessing sensitive data. It will alert you when systems as simple as a document hosting service might be compromised in a cyber attack.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.openvas.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>OpenVAS<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1125\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/openvas.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - OpenVAS\" class=\"wp-image-24710\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/openvas.png 1125w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/openvas-380x182.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/openvas-380x182.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1125px) 100vw, 1125px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The \u201cVAS\u201d in OpenVAS stands for \u201cvulnerability assessment scanner.\u201d This is a secure reporting tool that you can use to scan for cyber risks in your network that can be exploited by hackers and shore them up.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pfsense.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>pfSense<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1198\" height=\"546\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pfsense.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - pfSense\" class=\"wp-image-24711\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pfsense.png 1198w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pfsense-380x173.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/pfsense-380x173.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1198px) 100vw, 1198px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a firewall, which means that you can use it to set access parameters in your organization and proactively prevent attacks on the system.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Resources to Tackle Cyber Attacks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Anti-phishing Resources<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Phishing 101&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1177\" height=\"619\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/phishing-101-.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - Phishing 101\u00a0\" class=\"wp-image-24712\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/phishing-101-.png 1177w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/phishing-101--380x200.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/phishing-101--380x200.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1177px) 100vw, 1177px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This resource from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) introduces readers to phishing schemes, and how to respond to such an attack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ftc.gov\/tips-advice\/business-center\/small-businesses\/cybersecurity\/phishing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">FTC Phishing<\/a>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1331\" height=\"612\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ftc-phishing-.png\" alt=\"FTC Phishing\u00a0\" class=\"wp-image-24713\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ftc-phishing-.png 1331w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ftc-phishing--380x175.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/ftc-phishing--380x175.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1331px) 100vw, 1331px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Another resource on phishing, this time from the Federal Trade Commission. If you work at places like a state-chartered bank or insurance company, then you should definitely consider looking into the resources provided by the FTC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Avoiding Social Engineering and Phishing Attacks<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1181\" height=\"434\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/avoiding-social-engineering-and-phishing-attacks.png\" alt=\"Avoiding Social Engineering and Phishing Attacks\" class=\"wp-image-24714\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/avoiding-social-engineering-and-phishing-attacks.png 1181w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/avoiding-social-engineering-and-phishing-attacks-380x140.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/avoiding-social-engineering-and-phishing-attacks-380x140.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1181px) 100vw, 1181px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Cyber attacks don\u2019t always originate through a sophisticated technological attack. Sometimes hackers can use social engineering to piece together pieces of your digital identity. This resource talks about how you can keep from falling prey to such cybersecurity attacks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/apwg.org\/trendsreports\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Phishing Activity Trends Reports<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1299\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/phishing-activity-trends-reports.png\" alt=\"Phishing Activity Trends Reports\" class=\"wp-image-24715\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/phishing-activity-trends-reports.png 1299w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/phishing-activity-trends-reports-380x150.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/phishing-activity-trends-reports-380x150.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1299px) 100vw, 1299px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a detailed report by the Anti-Phishing Working Group (APWG) on the most recent developments in phishing. It will give you an idea of the regulations you want to put in place at your organization and the filing requirements to ensure cybersecurity safety practices are adhered to.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Malware<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1179\" height=\"442\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/malware.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - Malware\" class=\"wp-image-24716\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/malware.png 1179w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/malware-380x142.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/malware-380x142.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1179px) 100vw, 1179px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a resource from the CISA on identifying fake antivirus software, which can compromise your personal and organizational data.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cisa.gov\/uscert\/ncas\/tips\/ST04-015\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Denial-of-Service (DOS) Attack<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1162\" height=\"435\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/denial-of-service-dos-attack.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - Denial-of-Service (DOS) Attack\" class=\"wp-image-24717\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/denial-of-service-dos-attack.png 1162w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/denial-of-service-dos-attack-380x142.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/denial-of-service-dos-attack-380x142.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1162px) 100vw, 1162px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>DOS attacks are a common way for malicious actors to gain access to protected systems. This resource introduces readers to how these attacks are mounted and what you can do to preempt them in compliance with cybersecurity protection regulations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/csrc.nist.gov\/glossary\/term\/man_in_the_middle_attack\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) Attacks<\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"532\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/man-in-the-middle-mitm-attacks.png\" alt=\"cybersecurity resources - Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) Attacks\" class=\"wp-image-24718\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/man-in-the-middle-mitm-attacks.png 1200w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/man-in-the-middle-mitm-attacks-380x168.png 380w, https:\/\/www.springboard.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/man-in-the-middle-mitm-attacks-380x168.png 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>An MitM attack is carried out by an attacker who positions himself between two communicating parties in a network, like a corporate parent company and subsidiary interacting digitally for example. 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