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The 2025 #ITRC Consumer Impact Report was published recently, and its tone is markedly more urgent than previous years’ reports. Read it now to learn more: https://bit.ly/3YOqSXv
The 2025 ITRC Consumer Impact Report: A new era of identity crime
The 2025 ITRC Consumer Impact Report was published recently, and its tone is markedly more urgent than previous years’ reports.
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December 29, 2025 at 10:52 PM
The 2025 #ITRC Consumer Impact Report was published recently, and its tone is markedly more urgent than previous years’ reports. Read it now to learn more: https://bit.ly/3YOqSXv
A SonicWall SMA 100 vulnerability, tracked as CVE‑2025‑40602, is actively being exploited in the wild. Check out the #CybersecurityThreatAdvisory now to discover actionable steps to protect your organization and clients from potential compromise:
https://bit.ly/4qrEd3X
https://bit.ly/4qrEd3X
Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: SonicWall SMA 100 appliance vulnerability
SonicWall SMA 100 appliances are actively being exploited in the wild. Read this Cybersecurity Threat Advisory for actionable steps to reduce risk for you and your clients.
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December 25, 2025 at 3:52 PM
A SonicWall SMA 100 vulnerability, tracked as CVE‑2025‑40602, is actively being exploited in the wild. Check out the #CybersecurityThreatAdvisory now to discover actionable steps to protect your organization and clients from potential compromise:
https://bit.ly/4qrEd3X
https://bit.ly/4qrEd3X
#BarracudaAssistant isn’t just another chatbot. Powered by Barracuda AI, it’s designed to address customers’ and partners’ most persistent pain points. Learn more now:
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https://bit.ly/45q8wzL
Barracuda Assistant arrives in Barracuda Managed XDR dashboard
Barracuda Assistant, our AI-powered support companion, is now available directly within the Barracuda Managed XDR dashboard.
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December 24, 2025 at 5:47 PM
#BarracudaAssistant isn’t just another chatbot. Powered by Barracuda AI, it’s designed to address customers’ and partners’ most persistent pain points. Learn more now:
https://bit.ly/45q8wzL
https://bit.ly/45q8wzL
Check out what these #cybersecurity experts found most surprising about 2025—and the trends they believe will shape the year ahead.
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https://bit.ly/4jcwCnh
A look back at 2025, with an eye on 2026
Security experts reflect on this year’s major cybersecurity developments and what they anticipate for 2026.
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December 23, 2025 at 9:23 PM
Check out what these #cybersecurity experts found most surprising about 2025—and the trends they believe will shape the year ahead.
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https://bit.ly/4jcwCnh
December has been marked by a surge in high‑severity alerts—many of them aimed squarely at managed service providers (#MSPs) and their clients. Read the blog now for a breakdown of the most critical developments:
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https://bit.ly/3METlfS
Global Cyber Threats: December 2025 roundup
One theme cuts across all: foreign state‑sponsored cyber activity continues to dominate the global cyber threat landscape.
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December 18, 2025 at 4:12 PM
December has been marked by a surge in high‑severity alerts—many of them aimed squarely at managed service providers (#MSPs) and their clients. Read the blog now for a breakdown of the most critical developments:
https://bit.ly/3METlfS
https://bit.ly/3METlfS
🚨 A high-severity, unpatched vulnerability in the Gogs self-hosted Git service is being tracked as CVE-2025-8110. It's under active exploitation and has a CVSS score of 8.7. Read the latest #CybersecurityThreatAdvisory now to mitigate the risk. 🚨
https://bit.ly/4p1tGuZ
https://bit.ly/4p1tGuZ
Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: Gogs zero-day vulnerability
A high-severity, unpatched vulnerability in the Gogs self-hosted Git service is being tracked as CVE-2025-8110, with a CVSS score of 8.7.
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December 17, 2025 at 5:45 PM
🚨 A high-severity, unpatched vulnerability in the Gogs self-hosted Git service is being tracked as CVE-2025-8110. It's under active exploitation and has a CVSS score of 8.7. Read the latest #CybersecurityThreatAdvisory now to mitigate the risk. 🚨
https://bit.ly/4p1tGuZ
https://bit.ly/4p1tGuZ
“Focus on vendors where #AI is an authentic and integral part of their solution, not just a new talking point." Michelle Hodges of #Barracuda sees an opportunity to use AI to make every relationship more authentic, productive, and human. Learn more now:
https://bit.ly/4aQCSin
https://bit.ly/4aQCSin
How Barracuda's Michelle Hodges is using AI to reimagine partner relationships
Michelle Hodges brings her trademark clarity and candor to one of the biggest questions facing partner leaders today: how to connect more meaningfully with partners in an AI-driven world.
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December 16, 2025 at 7:50 PM
“Focus on vendors where #AI is an authentic and integral part of their solution, not just a new talking point." Michelle Hodges of #Barracuda sees an opportunity to use AI to make every relationship more authentic, productive, and human. Learn more now:
https://bit.ly/4aQCSin
https://bit.ly/4aQCSin
Enter a new era for #managedservices: By the end of 2025, fees and contracts will increasingly be tied to business outcomes rather than traditional service delivery. Check out the blog post now to learn more:
https://bit.ly/4aeyp95
https://bit.ly/4aeyp95
The future of MSP success: Outcomes over offerings
This is the dawn of a new era for managed services. Soon, fees and contracts will be tied to business outcomes rather than service delivery.
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December 12, 2025 at 8:52 PM
Enter a new era for #managedservices: By the end of 2025, fees and contracts will increasingly be tied to business outcomes rather than traditional service delivery. Check out the blog post now to learn more:
https://bit.ly/4aeyp95
https://bit.ly/4aeyp95
"Last week we explored what #MSPs can do to protect their municipal clients. This week, we bring you insights from someone who is in the trenches to provide an inside view of what municipalities are facing today."
https://bit.ly/3KTZ2Wv
https://bit.ly/3KTZ2Wv
Q&A: How MSPs can strengthen municipal cyber defenses
This week we're providing an inside view of cyber threats municipalities are facing and how managed service providers can help.
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December 10, 2025 at 6:12 PM
"Last week we explored what #MSPs can do to protect their municipal clients. This week, we bring you insights from someone who is in the trenches to provide an inside view of what municipalities are facing today."
https://bit.ly/3KTZ2Wv
https://bit.ly/3KTZ2Wv
A Word From our Sponsor: Two newly disclosed critical RCE vulnerabilities pose a serious threat to applications built on React and Next.js. Check out the article for #Barracuda's recommendations for staying resilient against threats like these.
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Barracuda Application Protection safeguards against critical React and Next.js flaws
A unified platform approach ensures partners and their clients are protected from critical vulnerabilities such as these.
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December 8, 2025 at 8:57 PM
A Word From our Sponsor: Two newly disclosed critical RCE vulnerabilities pose a serious threat to applications built on React and Next.js. Check out the article for #Barracuda's recommendations for staying resilient against threats like these.
https://bit.ly/44QC899
https://bit.ly/44QC899
Your email #newsletter isn’t just a marketing tool — it’s the human heartbeat of your brand. Check out the blog from Nate Freedman of #TechProMarketing for tips to curate a personal #MSP newsletter.
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https://bit.ly/48Takn3
Why every MSP needs a personal newsletter, not a corporate one
Your email newsletter isn’t just a marketing tool — it’s the human heartbeat of your brand.
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December 5, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Your email #newsletter isn’t just a marketing tool — it’s the human heartbeat of your brand. Check out the blog from Nate Freedman of #TechProMarketing for tips to curate a personal #MSP newsletter.
https://bit.ly/48Takn3
https://bit.ly/48Takn3
How are cities becoming prime targets of cyberattacks, and what can #MSPs and #CISOs do to protect municipalities? Find out more now:
https://bit.ly/44QSPRV
https://bit.ly/44QSPRV
Municipal cyber risk unveiled: How MSPs can stand guard
Cities are becoming prime targets for cyber-attacks, presenting prime opportunities for MSPs and CISOs to protect municipalities.
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December 4, 2025 at 8:06 PM
How are cities becoming prime targets of cyberattacks, and what can #MSPs and #CISOs do to protect municipalities? Find out more now:
https://bit.ly/44QSPRV
https://bit.ly/44QSPRV
The latest #TechTimeWarp goes back to Thanksgiving weekend 30 years ago—Pixar’s big break. #ToyStory was released in theaters Nov. 22, 1995, opening at No. 1 that weekend. Check out the blog to learn more:
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https://bit.ly/3KpcOQP
Tech Time Warp: Celebrating 30 years of Pixar magic
This week's Tech Time Warp goes back to Thanksgiving weekend 30 years ago, which was the world’s first major introduction to Pixar.
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December 2, 2025 at 6:32 PM
The latest #TechTimeWarp goes back to Thanksgiving weekend 30 years ago—Pixar’s big break. #ToyStory was released in theaters Nov. 22, 1995, opening at No. 1 that weekend. Check out the blog to learn more:
https://bit.ly/3KpcOQP
https://bit.ly/3KpcOQP
"While every successful #MSP knows there’s no substitute for doing the work, there’s also an element of good fortune and providence that lies beyond anyone’s control." #2025Trends #ManagedServices
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https://bit.ly/3XoSmCy
Five trends MSPs can be thankful for in 2025
Discover how MSPs navigate a rapidly evolving tech landscape—balancing innovations and macro-level shifts to protect clients and grow.
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December 1, 2025 at 6:57 PM
"While every successful #MSP knows there’s no substitute for doing the work, there’s also an element of good fortune and providence that lies beyond anyone’s control." #2025Trends #ManagedServices
https://bit.ly/3XoSmCy
https://bit.ly/3XoSmCy
"The days of relying solely on broad, built-in toolkits are behind us. The #MSP of the near future will blend integration mastery with focused, value-added capabilities..." #hyperscalers #managedservices
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https://bit.ly/4pTbtB1
Caught between a rock and a hyperscaler
If managed service providers fail to adapt, they risk revenue erosion as hyperscalers continue to compete aggressively.
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November 28, 2025 at 8:51 PM
"The days of relying solely on broad, built-in toolkits are behind us. The #MSP of the near future will blend integration mastery with focused, value-added capabilities..." #hyperscalers #managedservices
https://bit.ly/4pTbtB1
https://bit.ly/4pTbtB1
#Barracuda recommends the following actions to secure Oracle Identity Manager against CVE-2025-61757. Check out the #CybersecurityThreatAdvisory to keep your clients protected:
https://bit.ly/3Kh7mPV
https://bit.ly/3Kh7mPV
Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: Oracle Identity Manager vulnerability
CISA added a critical flaw impacting Oracle Identity Manager to its KEV catalog. Read this Cybersecurity Threat Advisory to protect against exploitation.
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November 27, 2025 at 3:45 PM
#Barracuda recommends the following actions to secure Oracle Identity Manager against CVE-2025-61757. Check out the #CybersecurityThreatAdvisory to keep your clients protected:
https://bit.ly/3Kh7mPV
https://bit.ly/3Kh7mPV
We don’t want your cyber stocking filled with coal at Christmas, which is why we’re talking to experts across the spectrum about ways #MSPs can keep their customers safe. Read it now to stay ahead this holiday season:
https://bit.ly/3XSoM8A
https://bit.ly/3XSoM8A
Holiday security reset: The playbook to outpace hackers
Don't let your clients' cyber stockings fill up with coal this holiday season. Discover ways that MSPs like you can enhance holiday security.
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November 26, 2025 at 8:51 PM
We don’t want your cyber stocking filled with coal at Christmas, which is why we’re talking to experts across the spectrum about ways #MSPs can keep their customers safe. Read it now to stay ahead this holiday season:
https://bit.ly/3XSoM8A
https://bit.ly/3XSoM8A
The 1984 introduction of the #Macintosh computer featured the iconic and still-relevant Super Bowl commercial. More than 40 years later, this advertising masterpiece holds up, as does the brand it launched. Dive into the latest #TechTimeWarp to learn more.
https://bit.ly/3XU3zel
https://bit.ly/3XU3zel
Tech Time Warp: A bite-sized story from Apple history — how the Macintosh got its name
This week's Tech Time Warp looks at the 1984 introduction of the Macintosh computer. 40+ years later, this advertising masterpiece holds up, as does the brand.
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November 24, 2025 at 9:52 PM
The 1984 introduction of the #Macintosh computer featured the iconic and still-relevant Super Bowl commercial. More than 40 years later, this advertising masterpiece holds up, as does the brand it launched. Dive into the latest #TechTimeWarp to learn more.
https://bit.ly/3XU3zel
https://bit.ly/3XU3zel
"Recent industry data show phishing attacks can increase by as much as 30 percent during November and December, with #cybercriminals timing campaigns to exploit distracted employees and overwhelmed security teams." #holidays #cybersafety
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https://bit.ly/4a6Kyg8
Staying cyber safe while hackers chase holiday cheer
This holiday season, vigilance isn’t optional—stay cyber safe or risk falling prey to phishing and other threats.
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November 21, 2025 at 8:50 PM
"Recent industry data show phishing attacks can increase by as much as 30 percent during November and December, with #cybercriminals timing campaigns to exploit distracted employees and overwhelmed security teams." #holidays #cybersafety
https://bit.ly/4a6Kyg8
https://bit.ly/4a6Kyg8
From risk to resilience: See exactly what’s exploited, which versions are at risk, and the mitigations you can deploy today in the latest #CybersecurityThreatAdvisory:
https://bit.ly/47Nuwq6
https://bit.ly/47Nuwq6
Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: Fortinet FortiWeb vulnerability exploited
Attackers are actively exploiting Fortinet FortiWeb appliances. Read this Cybersecurity Threat Advisory to learn best practices for securing your environment.
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November 19, 2025 at 7:52 PM
From risk to resilience: See exactly what’s exploited, which versions are at risk, and the mitigations you can deploy today in the latest #CybersecurityThreatAdvisory:
https://bit.ly/47Nuwq6
https://bit.ly/47Nuwq6
Two critical #vulnerabilities were disclosed by N-able in the N-central RMM platform. To help safeguard you and your customers’ environments, review the best practices outlined in this #CybersecurityThreatAdvisory: https://bit.ly/4i4iZGe
Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: Severe N-able vulnerabilities
To help safeguard you and your customers’ environments, please apply the best practices outlined in this Cybersecurity Threat Advisory.
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November 18, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Two critical #vulnerabilities were disclosed by N-able in the N-central RMM platform. To help safeguard you and your customers’ environments, review the best practices outlined in this #CybersecurityThreatAdvisory: https://bit.ly/4i4iZGe
🚨 #CybersecurityThreatAdvisory: An advanced threat actor is exploiting two previously disclosed zero-day vulnerabilities in Cisco Identity Services Engine and Citrix NetScaler ADC to deploy custom malware. Read the full advisory to protect your clients:
https://bit.ly/43vqZdy
https://bit.ly/43vqZdy
Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: Cisco and Citrix zero-day exploits
Read this Cybersecurity Threat Advisory to learn how to protect against an advanced attack and secure your environment from this campaign.
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November 17, 2025 at 9:00 PM
🚨 #CybersecurityThreatAdvisory: An advanced threat actor is exploiting two previously disclosed zero-day vulnerabilities in Cisco Identity Services Engine and Citrix NetScaler ADC to deploy custom malware. Read the full advisory to protect your clients:
https://bit.ly/43vqZdy
https://bit.ly/43vqZdy
The #AI genie is out of the bottle and #MSPs will need to proceed with care. Dive into the blog post now to navigate the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead.
https://bit.ly/3LFtsfq
https://bit.ly/3LFtsfq
AI-driven change demands faster innovation from MSPs
AI is here to stay, and customers will look to IT service providers to help them navigate the challenges and opportunities ahead.
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November 14, 2025 at 9:12 PM
The #AI genie is out of the bottle and #MSPs will need to proceed with care. Dive into the blog post now to navigate the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead.
https://bit.ly/3LFtsfq
https://bit.ly/3LFtsfq
“#MSPs and CISOs who blend adaptive, user-friendly security technologies with evolving policies and education will be best positioned to thrive in this evolving landscape.” Stay ahead of the #BYOD evolution today: https://smartermsp.com/the-2025-byod-playbook-practical-steps-for-scalable-security/
The 2025 BYOD Playbook: Practical steps for scalable security
As BYOD policies adapt in 2025, MSPs face mounting pressure to secure an expanding attack surface while balancing employee flexibility with corporate security.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:49 PM
“#MSPs and CISOs who blend adaptive, user-friendly security technologies with evolving policies and education will be best positioned to thrive in this evolving landscape.” Stay ahead of the #BYOD evolution today: https://smartermsp.com/the-2025-byod-playbook-practical-steps-for-scalable-security/
IT teams, your new assistant is here. #BarracudaAssistant offers a friendly, conversational interface to threats, troubleshooting, and insights—now available in BarracudaONE. Curious how it works? Dive into the blog and book a free demo. #AI #Barracuda
https://bit.ly/4oBNMwH
https://bit.ly/4oBNMwH
Barracuda Assistant: Your AI-powered partner for faster, smarter security operations
Barracuda Assistant, powered by Barracuda AI—a natural-language interface to quickly identify threats, troubleshoot, and gain insights.
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November 12, 2025 at 6:13 PM
IT teams, your new assistant is here. #BarracudaAssistant offers a friendly, conversational interface to threats, troubleshooting, and insights—now available in BarracudaONE. Curious how it works? Dive into the blog and book a free demo. #AI #Barracuda
https://bit.ly/4oBNMwH
https://bit.ly/4oBNMwH