When the “Unlikely” Happens on a Tuesday Picture this. It’s 8:42 a.m. on a normal Tuesday. Your operations director has just taken a sip of coffee. Emails are flowing, systems are humming — and then, suddenly, they’re not. Finance systems lock. Customer support lines light up. A breaking news tweet tags your company in a…
Imagine This It’s 9:00 a.m. on a Tuesday. Your executive team is gathered around the table for a cyber incident tabletop exercise. Suddenly, the “attack” unfolds—emails flood in, customers demand answers, and social media lights up with questions your comms team hasn’t prepared for. Everyone’s watching the facilitator to guide the conversation, adjust the injects,…
Imagine This… You’re halfway through your morning coffee (or tea, if you’re British like me) when your trading platform suddenly goes dark. No alerts. No recovery plan. Key clients are freaking out; one even turns to Twitter to vent. Sound familiar? It’s not fiction—this happened when FIS, a major financial‐services technology vendor, suffered a power…
As the global economy reels from escalating trade tensions—particularly between the United States and key economic powers—businesses are entering a period of increased volatility. Tariff hikes, retaliatory duties, and shifting diplomatic relations are creating a high-stakes chessboard where the next move could significantly impact profits, supply chains, and even long-term market viability. So how can…
Cyberattacks are no longer an “if” but a “when.” Organizations invest heavily in cybersecurity tools, firewalls, and endpoint detection, yet many still fail miserably when an actual incident occurs. Why? Because incident response isn’t just about having a plan—it’s about execution. Even the most well-documented response plans can fall apart under real-world pressure. Teams hesitate,…
Cyberattacks don’t just expose technical weaknesses—they expose operational failures. Many organizations believe that they are ready because they have an incident response (IR) plan on paper. But in reality, most plans fail miserably during crises. The only way to truly validate your organization’s preparedness is through functional exercises—real-world simulations that test your response capabilities. These…
The rise of sophisticated cyber threats continues to challenge businesses globally. For Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs), the pressure to fortify defenses and respond effectively to incidents has never been greater. According to IBM’s 2024 Cost of a Data Breach Report, the average cost of a breach reached $4.88 million, representing a 10% increase from…
In today’s dynamic and unpredictable business landscape, effectively managing crises is paramount for any organization’s success and continuity. Crisis simulation exercises have emerged as invaluable tools for assessing and enhancing an organization’s readiness to respond to various threats and challenges. However, the traditional approach to these exercises often overlooks a crucial element: storytelling. In this…
Organizations must be prepared for various scenarios in today’s fast-paced and ever-changing environment. The vExPro™ scenario library is designed to address this need by providing a comprehensive and customizable approach to scenario planning. Here’s a closer look at what the vExPro™ scenario library offers and how it can benefit your organization. Current Scenario Planning: Types…
Tabletop exercises are invaluable when it comes to assessing your organization’s readiness for cyber incidents. Think of them as fire drills—but for cyber threats. These exercises bring together key teams, testing not only their technical responses but also their coordination, decision-making, and communication during stressful situations. If done right, they uncover gaps, improve workflows, and…