Private equityQuest Software Acquired: Private Equity Buys IT Management, Security Software Company (Again)Joe PanettieriNovember 29, 2021Private equity firm Clearlake Capital acquires Quest Software from Francisco Partners. IT management & security software business valuation: $5.4B, 10.9X EBITDA, report indicated.
Mergers and AcquisitionsPE-Backed TruVista Communications Acquires PlantTelNovember 8, 2021TruVista Communications has acquired Plant Telephone Company (PTC) and Plant Telecommunications Sales & Services (PTS).
Sales and marketingMemo to MSPs: Beware Ransomware Attacks Amid Merger, Acquisition DiscussionsDH KassNovember 3, 2021MSPs that pursue mergers & acquisitions or assist customer M&A deals face new risk: "Financial Event" ransomware attacks, FBI warns.
EnterpriseHow to Select the Right Security Framework for Your BusinessSponsored by Stratosphere NetworksNovember 3, 2021Which security framework to use depends heavily on your distinct needs, objectives and regulatory obligations, among other factors.
NetworkingWhy MFA has Become Mandatory for Cyber Liability CoverageSponsored by Stratosphere NetworksOctober 28, 2021Here’s what you should know about MFA solutions and why they've become a prerequisite for getting cyber liability coverage.
NetworkingAffordable MSP Security Training: Where MITRE ATT&CK Expertise Fits InJoe PanettieriOctober 22, 2021Black Hills Information Security owner John Strand, in partnership with The CyberCall's Andrew Morgan, continue MSP security training sessions.
IT managementCISOs and the Next Era of Security Visibility: ObservabilitySponsored by Forrester ResearchOctober 20, 2021Observability combines logs, metrics, and traces — three key aspects of understanding a complex system. CISOs should take note.
Channel marketsHow to Prevent Business Email Compromise Incidents: 7 Ways to Lower Your Risk LevelSponsored by Stratosphere NetworksOctober 15, 2021Business email compromise (BEC) schemes are common and incredibly costly. Here are seven steps you can take to prevent them.