Cyber Readiness Institute
The Cyber Readiness Institute empowers small and medium-sized organizations by providing them with free tools and resources to improve cybersecurity.
Small businesses are the backbone of the economy but they’re also a top target for hackers. Nearly 96% of ransomware victims with known organization size were SMBs, often hit through stolen credentials or unpatched vulnerabilities, according to the Verizon 2026 DBIR.
Hackers aren’t always going after the biggest name; they’re often casting a wide net and looking for the easiest path in.
But should you pay? That’s usually the first question organizations ask when hit with a ransomware attack. And the answer isn’t always simple.
Explore CRI’s Ransomware Playbook to learn how to prepare for, respond to, and recover from an attack, all while strengthening your organization’s defenses along the way: https://bit.ly/365JgPT
What if that “water cooler moment” could do more than pass the time?
Every minute spent on workplace gossip is a missed opportunity to strengthen your organization’s security. Instead, use your morning chat time to complete the Cyber Readiness Program—equipping you with the knowledge and skills to become a cyber leader.
Cyber threats don’t wait. Neither should your preparedness.
Start building a stronger, safer organization today: https://bit.ly/3LWpG1x
When the pressure’s gone, the consequences aren’t small.
Cyber threats to water utilities can quickly escalate from behind-the-scenes risks to real-world emergencies. Is your system ready when it matters most?
Explore CRI’s Water Utility Addendum 2026 and help ensure your defenses are always on: https://bit.ly/3PLkS12
AI-assisted attacks are exploding as artificial intelligence transforms not just business, but cybercrime itself.
Cybercriminals are using AI to launch faster, smarter, and more convincing attacks than ever before. Recent reports show AI is accelerating phishing campaigns, credential theft, social engineering, and vulnerability exploitation at an unprecedented scale.
Attackers now use AI to:
- Create flawless phishing emails with perfect grammar and personalization
- Automate attacks in minutes instead of days
- Clone voices and create convincing deepfakes
- Impersonate trusted contacts, executives, and vendors
- Exploit vulnerabilities faster than security teams can patch them
The result? Attacks are becoming harder to spot and more successful than ever.
Remember: AI may create the attack, but human trust is still the target.
Think before you click:
- Verify requests through trusted channels
- Never approve MFA prompts you didn't initiate
- Be cautious of urgent or unexpected messages
- Report suspicious emails, calls, or texts immediately
AI can help defend systems—but your awareness remains the strongest line of defense. Have you encountered an AI-generated phishing email, suspicious voice call, or deepfake scam? Share your experience and help others stay alert.
The Cyber Readiness Program is a free, online program is designed to help small and medium-sized businesses across the world to become more secure against today’s most common cyber vulnerabilities. Sign up for the program today to achieve your cyber readiness goals!
Even man’s best friend knows when something’s off—and an empty water bowl this summer is a problem.
When cyber threats disrupt water systems, it’s not just infrastructure at risk—it’s everyday routines and life. Is your utility ready to keep tails wagging?
Fetch the insights you need in CRI’s Water Utility Addendum 2026: https://bit.ly/3PLkS12
Cyber threats are evolving fast and small businesses are increasingly in the crosshairs. With AI, attackers can now send highly personalized phishing messages at massive scale, making the risk greater than ever.
So what can small businesses do?
CRI Managing Director, Sasha Pailet Koff, had a timely conversation with CRI Director of Content & Certification, Craig Moss, about exactly that.
It starts with the basics: understand what data and systems matter most, know your critical operations, and keep key contacts—like IT and insurance—easy to access, even offline. Put simply, write it down on paper.
Because preparation makes all the difference. Be the your small business needs by signing up for the free Cyber Readiness Program: https://bit.ly/3LWpG1x
06/08/2026
Not all heroes wear capes—but every business needs a cyber leader to step up and champion cybersecurity across the team.
A cyber leader doesn't need a tech background. They need commitment. They guide their colleagues on best practices, foster a culture of cyber hygiene, and ensure everyone takes the right approach to protecting what matters most.
Through the Cyber Readiness Program, you'll gain the knowledge and tools to become that leader—the one who empowers your team to stay secure, vigilant, and resilient against cyber threats.
Ready to be the cyber leader your business needs? All it takes is one morning, a computer, and the right attitude: https://bit.ly/3LWpG1x
06/05/2026
Phishing Friday Alert: Critical infrastructure is under attack
One of the biggest cybersecurity trends in 2026 is the sharp increase in phishing attacks targeting critical infrastructure sectors such as healthcare organizations, energy & utility providers, and financial institutions.
What’s alarming? Many of these major breaches started with something as simple as a email.
Cybercriminals know that disrupting essential services can create massive financial, operational, and even public safety impacts. By tricking just one employee into clicking a malicious link, opening an infected attachment, or entering credentials into a fake login page, attackers can gain a foothold inside an organization's network.
Why this matters:
• Patient records and healthcare systems can be compromised
• Power and utility operations can be disrupted
• Financial institutions can suffer data theft and service outages
• Critical services that communities rely on can be affected
Phishing Prevention Tips:
• Verify unexpected emails before clicking links
• Be cautious of urgent requests or scare tactics
• Enable Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
• Report suspicious emails immediately
• Participate in regular security awareness training
Remember: It only takes one click to start an attack, but it only takes one informed employee to stop one.
Have you seen an increase in phishing attempts at your workplace this year? Share your experience and one tip that helps you stay safe online.
Your water system shouldn’t be springing leaks… especially emotional ones.
As cyber threats continue to target critical infrastructure, it’s time to ask: is your water utility ready to shut them down?
Dive into CRI’s Water Utility Addendum 2026 and make sure your defenses hold water: https://bit.ly/3PLkS12
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