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Cloud Range Cyber @cloudrange.bsky.social · Sep 16

Today we're celebrating the #ITpros out there because it's #ITProDay!👏🎉 They are the unsung heroes that do network management, #cybersecurity, technical support & so much more—plus they're often your 1st line of defense against #cyberthreats.🦸

Have you thanked your IT pros yet today? #infosec

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Cloud Range Cyber @cloudrange.bsky.social · Sep 15

Out of 22,052 #security incidents analyzed for the 2025 #DBIR report—1,710 of the them occurred within the #Healthcare sector. 🏥👀

Learn how #securitypros can become crisis ready with immersive training, & strategies for real-world preparedness.

Sign up: hubs.la/Q03GtZMz0 #cybersecurity #infosec

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Cloud Range Cyber @cloudrange.bsky.social · Sep 12

Advanced #cyberthreats are extra challenging for #criticalinfrastructure providers (#finserv #energy #transportation #government). So, what should #security teams in these sectors do to keep their orgs safe?🤔

Learn about top strategies for each industry:
thehackernews.com/2025/06/the-... #infosec

The Secret Defense Strategy of Four Critical Industries Combating Advanced Cyber Threats

NDR helps detect stealthy threats, protect legacy systems, and meet compliance in critical industries.

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Cloud Range Cyber @cloudrange.bsky.social · Sep 11

🚨Headed to CrowdStrike #FalCon2025? Let’s connect!
GuidePoint Security+Cloud Range are teaming up to host a networking Happy Hour on Tues. Sept. 16, 6pm to 8pm PT

RSVP: www.cloudrangecyber.com/gps-hh-falco...

Can’t make it to Happy Hour? Drop us a note to arrange a meet up there!🤝 #cybersecurity

Cloud Range Cyber @cloudrange.bsky.social · Sep 10

There's been a surge in #cyberattacks in the first 1/2 of 2025 according to an ITRC Resource Center U.S. #DataBreach Landscape report. Learn how critical industries can prevent #databreaches by adopting an active & multi-layered #cybersecurity posture. www.idtheftcenter.org/wp-content/u... #infosec

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Cloud Range Cyber @cloudrange.bsky.social · Sep 9

Our CEO Debbie Gordon is on the Secure Access Podcast!

Listen in and learn about:
😱The emotional side of risk
⚠️How people adapt to risk environments
✅Moving from checking the #cybersecurity box to connecting the dots
⚔️Making your org cyber battle ready

www.youtube.com/watch?v=EQKr... #infosec

Rethinking How We Protect Data with Debbie Gordon

YouTube video by Secure Access

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Cloud Range Cyber @cloudrange.bsky.social · Sep 8

In 2024 the #Healthcare industry had 1,710 #cybersecurity incidents — 1,542 with confirmed data disclosure.

On 9/24. join us to learn how closing the experience gap can transform a Healthcare org's ability to detect, respond, and recover under pressure. 😓 ➡️ 😃

hubs.la/Q03GtZMz0 #infosec

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Cloud Range Cyber @cloudrange.bsky.social · Sep 5

#Cyberattacks are increasing in all sectors! So, what can the #publicsector do to stay safe? This article shares some great advice, including:

🚨Identify & address vulnerabilities
🖥️Get an effective monitoring system
🧑‍🏫Invest in training & awareness
➕More

www.openaccessgovernment.org/what-cyber-l...

What cyber lessons can the public sector learn from the recent M&S hack?

Nick Denning, discusses the lessons the public sector can draw from recent cyber attacks on major retailers

www.openaccessgovernment.org

Cloud Range Cyber @cloudrange.bsky.social · Sep 4

#Healthcare had 283 compromises in H1 2025—more than Prof. Services, Manufacturing, & Education—according to the #IdentityTheft Resource Center 2025 H1 #DataBreach Report.📑

Help your healthcare #security team prepare for the inevitable! Join us on 9/24: hubs.la/Q03G23cn0
#cybersecurity #infosec

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Cloud Range Cyber @cloudrange.bsky.social · Sep 3

#Cyberrange training is a "one & done" exercise.

🚫 Nope.

Fact:
Think about cyber range training as readiness over time. If you were going to run a marathon, would you train only one weekend out of the year? Of course not! You'd train for it periodically and continually.

#cybersecurity #infosec

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Cloud Range Cyber @cloudrange.bsky.social · Sep 2

#Healthcare #cyberattacks are still rising—& System Intrusion (incl. #ransomware) led breaches in 2025, per Verizon Business #DBIR. 🎯 Espionage-motivated attacks are also up.

On 9/24, learn how to prepare your team for real-world breaches. Register 🆓: hubs.la/Q03G23cn0 #cybersecurity #infosec

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Cloud Range Cyber @cloudrange.bsky.social · Aug 29

The state of CA is centralizing their #security effort with a model that is scalable, equitable & efficient—the #SOCaaS.

It's a cloud-native, fully managed #cybersecurity service that delivers round the clock #TDIR to all public-sector subscribers. 🙌

insider.govtech.com/california/n... #infosec

Contributed: How California Is Centralizing Public-Sector Cybersecurity

Cyber threats don’t discriminate. From large state agencies to small-town departments, every public entity is a potential target. However, for many local governments the necessary staffing, infrastruc...

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Cloud Range Cyber @cloudrange.bsky.social · Aug 28

Many #healthcare #security teams face their 1st #cybersecurity breach without ever experiencing one—leaving a dangerous gap between compliance & true readiness. 🏥🔓😱

Join us on 9/24 & learn how to move from checklist-ready to crisis-ready. 💪 Register: hubs.la/Q03FjrsK0 #cyberrange

Cloud Range Cyber @cloudrange.bsky.social · Aug 27

The difference between a contained #cybersecurity event & a full breach can come down to whether or not your SOC team has done live-fire simulation training.🤔 If your team is not training on realistic threat scenarios, then you’re taking a major risk.⚠️ Learn more.

👉 hubs.la/Q03FRPlW0 #infosec

Cloud Range Cyber @cloudrange.bsky.social · Aug 25

🤔Think you don’t need #cyberrange training because it’s just another #security awareness training?

🚫Think again.

Cyber range training is a specialized type of training that prepares #cyberdefenders for incidents with live-fire, team-based, #cyberattack simulation exercises.

#cybersecurity

Cloud Range Cyber @cloudrange.bsky.social · Aug 22

Govt agencies are facing more sophisticated #cyberattacks targeting critical infrastructure & citizen data—according to a report via ISG. Learn about #cyberdefense strategies that public sector orgs are using including #AI enabled systems, IAM, XDR +more.

www.securityinfowatch.com/critical-inf...

ISG: Public Sector Ramps Up Cyber Defenses Amid Rising Threats

Agencies at the federal, state, and local levels face increasingly sophisticated attackers targeting critical infrastructure and citizen data.

www.securityinfowatch.com

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Cloud Range Cyber @cloudrange.bsky.social · Aug 21

We had a great week at #TechNetAugust discussing #cybersecurity training pain points, sharing how Range-as-a-Service helps teams build readiness, & more—with leaders in #military, federal & #highered sectors.👋

👀Didn't see us this week? Reach out here: www.cloudrangecyber.com/get-a-demo #infosec

Cloud Range Cyber @cloudrange.bsky.social · Aug 20

The public sector is disproportionately affected by cyber complexity—with 38% of orgs reporting insufficient resilience & 49% lacking the talent to meet #security goals. Get help with specialized #cyberdefense training for govt & military orgs!

Learn more: www.cloudrangecyber.com/government-a...

Cloud Range Cyber @cloudrange.bsky.social · Aug 20

We're sponsoring AFCEA #TechNetAugusta 2025 — a premier event for #military, #government, industry, & academic #cybersecurity collaboration.🎉

Explore the latest in #cyberrange tech, discuss federal cyber workforce development strategies, & more.

www.cloudrangecyber.com/news/cloud-r...

Cloud Range Debuts at AFCEA TechNet Augusta 2025, Expands Mission to Fortify Federal Cyber Defenses — Cloud Range

Cloud Range debuts at AFCEA TechNet Augusta 2025, showcasing its Range-as-a-Service platform that delivers immersive, live-fire cyber training for federal agencies and National Guard units. With prove...

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Cloud Range Cyber @cloudrange.bsky.social · Aug 19

Your #security team needs live-fire simulation training that incorporates AI-based security platforms.🤖🔒 Human defenders must be able to recognize both traditional threats and how to operate and sometimes override #AI recs.

Learn more:
hubs.la/Q03DmYpg0 #cybersecurity #infosec

When You Train Your SOC, Don’t Forget the AI — Cloud Range

AI is transforming Security Operations Centers, but technology alone isn’t enough. Effective SOC defense requires training teams to work with, validate, and, when necessary, override AI recommendation...

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Cloud Range Cyber @cloudrange.bsky.social · Aug 19

☠️Beware!☠️ There are hidden risks lurking in what's becoming #AI's new backbone infrastructure—the Model Context Protocol (MCP) ecosystem. Read up on AI's new vulnerable plumbing, the critical RCE #security bugs, and more: www.darkreading.com/application-... @darkreading.bsky.social #cybersecurity

Agentic AI's Risky MCP Backbone Opens New Attack Vectors

Critical security vulnerabilities affect different parts of the Model Context Protocol (MCP) ecosystem, which many organizations are rapidly adopting in order to integrate AI models with external data...

www.darkreading.com

Cloud Range Cyber @cloudrange.bsky.social · Aug 18

Modern #cyberthreats look human, but they move like machines— which is why you need AI-aware training simulations!

Learn about these new & refreshed simulations:
🎭FakeItTilYouMakeIt
🤫Silent Harvest
🕸️Shadow Web
☑️RestoreOops
📨Bulk Mail

www.cloudrangecyber.com/cyber-ai-sim... #cybersecurity #infosec

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Cloud Range Cyber @cloudrange.bsky.social · Aug 14

We'll be at #TechNetAugusta! See us at #O52 in Augusta, GA Aug 18–21 to learn how our Cyber Range-as-a-Service transforms the way cyber teams train with real-world, live-fire exercises, & helps defense + enterprise teams stay ahead of evolving threats. events.afcea.org/Augusta25/Pu... #cybersecurity

Cloud Range Cyber @cloudrange.bsky.social · Aug 13

SOC teams need to practice their skills—& spending time with realistic, live-fire simulations is the goal. Learn why SOC training is no longer optional. Dig into the operational & cost benefits. ➕See how to get management & practitioner buy-in.

hubs.la/Q03CD1Mz0 #security #cybersecurity #infosec

It’s Time to Prioritize SOC Range Training — Cloud Range

SOC range training is no longer optional—it’s mission-critical. Learn why immersive, live-fire simulations are essential for strengthening Security Operations Center readiness, reducing risk, and gain...

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Cloud Range Cyber @cloudrange.bsky.social · Aug 12

😲Guess who's on the 2025 #Inc5000 list of fastest-growing private co's in the U.S.⁉️ We're delighted to share that we're #1181 on the list!🎉 It's an honor & a testament to all our hard work on transforming how #cyberpros train for real-world threats. cloudrangecyber.com/news/cloud-r... #cybersecurity

Cloud Range Ranks No. 1181 on the 2025 Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies — Cloud Range

Cloud Range, a leader in cyberattack simulation training, has secured the No. 1181 spot on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list with 140% growth over three years. This first-time honor highlights the company’s rol...

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