Alex Vakulov

cybersecurity researcher

Alex Vakulov is a cybersecurity researcher with over 20 years of experience in malware analysis.

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Updated on June 30, 2026

Security Awareness Training: Topics, Examples and Best Practices

Modern security awareness training must evolve beyond basic compliance to combat AI-driven impersonation, multi-channel phishing and human error. Our expert lays out a plan to get started.

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Alex Vakulov Alex Vakulov
Updated on February 27, 2026

How Students Can Pay for School and Build Skills With Remote Work

With college costs soaring, students should consider these flexible methods for earning money online. Not only are they lucrative, but they also provide valuable career skills.

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Alex Vakulov Alex Vakulov
Updated on January 20, 2026

How AI Avatars Are Transforming Hiring, Onboarding and Global HR

AI avatars provide a human-like interface for a range of recruitment tasks. Our expert explains how they can streamline HR operations.

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Alex Vakulov Alex Vakulov
Updated on November 06, 2025

How to Improve Your Cloud Security in 2026

As multicloud deployments become more common, security threats are amplified. Our expert outlines how to stay ahead of the risks.

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Alex Vakulov Alex Vakulov
Updated on August 07, 2025

Security Fundamentals for WordPress Sites

WordPress sites have some intrinsic vulnerabilities that make them tempting targets for attackers. Our expert offers tips on staying safe.

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Alex Vakulov Alex Vakulov
Updated on August 04, 2025

Can Metadata Standards Like C2PA Fight Deepfakes?

The C2PA standard enables embedding metadata into images and other media content to verify the presence of AI.

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Alex Vakulov Alex Vakulov
Updated on June 04, 2024

How to Attract, Train and Retain Blue Team Cybersecurity Talent

Cybersecurity teams need a good defense. Here’s how to find the players.

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Alex Vakulov Alex Vakulov
Updated on May 07, 2024

How to Use Nmap to Scan for Open Ports

This article explains the process of using Nmap for port scanning, an essential cybersecurity skill for identifying open ports and potential vulnerabilities on network hosts.

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Alex Vakulov Alex Vakulov
Updated on December 05, 2025

How Job Seekers and Employers Can Bridge the Job Market Divide

Remote work set up a collision course for candidates, who want to work from home, and employers, who’d rather have people in the office.

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Alex Vakulov Alex Vakulov
Updated on April 20, 2024

When and How to Run a Phishing Simulation

An uptick in cybersecurity events might mean your employees need help in recognizing phishing scams.

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Alex Vakulov Alex Vakulov
Updated on April 09, 2024

13 Tips to Secure Your Company’s Social Media Accounts

No one is safe from social media cyber attacks. Take these steps to keep your company’s accounts safe.

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Alex Vakulov Alex Vakulov
Updated on April 20, 2024

Zero Trust: What It Is and Important Aspects of It

Zero Trust applies continuous and rigorous scrutiny to each interaction, device, user, application and transaction.

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