2021 – Impelix

Feb 16

2021 Trends Show Increased Globalized Threat of Ransomware

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Cybersecurity authorities in the US, UK, and Australia authored a joint Cybersecurity Advisory whitepaper that reports on the evolution of ransomware tactics and techniques in 2021, revealing threat actors’ growing technological sophistication and an increased ransomware threat to organizations globally.
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Dec 21

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2021 Highlights for Cyber Security Made Social

By Chris Plunkett Cyber Security Made Social, Events No Comments

After a hiatus in 2020, we re-launched Cyber Security Made Social this spring. It felt great to once again gather in person to share ideas, make connections, and have fun! Our summer rooftop kickoff, with perfect weather and views, was our most attended event ever. Read More

Dec 16

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A Year In Review: Top 3 Blog Posts of 2021

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This year at Impelix we published original blogs each month on topics ranging from Zero Trust to ransomware to passwordless — even security (failures) in our favorite Hollywood movies. With 2021 coming to an end, I’ve done a roundup of our most popular posts from this past year …

Sep 28

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Recap: Punch Stand Social

By Chris Plunkett Cyber Security Made Social, Events No Comments

With summer coming to a close, we gathered for an end-of-season celebration at the al fresco bar above Porter Kitchen & Deck on the riverfront for our Punch Stand Social. It was good vibes, beautiful views, and a great group once again for Cyber Security Made Social. Read More

Aug 17

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Impelix Named to 2021 Inc. 5000 List

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Impelix Ranks No. 3301 on the 2021 Inc. 5000, With Three-Year Revenue Growth of 109 Percent

Chicago, IL — August 17, 2021 — Inc. magazine today revealed that Impelix is No. 3301 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the American economy’s most dynamic segment — its independent small businesses. Intuit, Zappos, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other well-known names gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000. Read More

Jul 22

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Want to Ward Off Ransomware Attackers? Take Away Their Key

By Thomas Whang Thoughts No Comments

Recently, I had the opportunity to present to a group of 25+ IT leaders representing manufacturing and distribution companies of various business sectors, some of them global, about cybersecurity. They were interested in hearing the latest about ransomware attacks at JBS and Colonial Pipeline, which continue to generate headlines because of the havoc they caused, and the huge ransoms demanded by bad actors that were paid (at least in part) by these companies. Read More

Jul 20

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Recap: 3rd Annual “Rollin’ On The River” Cruise

By Chris Plunkett Cyber Security Made Social, Events No Comments

Last Thursday, we were back “Rollin’ on the River” for our 3rd annual Chicago river cruise with Cyber Security Made Social — our 7th sell-out in a row! Read More

Apr 28

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Security Failures in Movies – The Sequel

By Chris Plunkett Thoughts No Comments

I’m a fervent movie watcher (and, really, re-watcher) — an indulgence and, now, a convenient rationale for revisiting my favorite movies with an eye for security mishaps and their work-related importance. “It’s research,” I tried explaining to my girlfriend. (And surprisingly, my first post about security failures in movies was our most visited ever.) Read More