Intelligence in Not for Profit

DEF CON 29 (August 2021) was great, with talks and badges that still delivered. Our offensive security team member shares the two talks that stood out, a look at three interactive badges, and what it was like to return to Las Vegas after a year away.

On June 20, 2025, Governor Greg Abbott signed the Texas Cybersecurity Safe Harbor Law (SB 2610). This law takes effect on September 1, 2025, and brings major changes for small and mid-sized Texas businesses that handle sensitive personal information.If your organization has fewer than 250 employees, this law could protect you from punitive damages after a data breach—but only if you maintain a documented, compliant cybersecurity program.

We’re excited to share the 5 most-read articles of the year. These articles stand out for their relevance, depth, and impact on the ongoing cybersecurity dialogue. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting to dive into the world of cybersecurity, these pieces offer valuable perspectives on the challenges and solutions facing today’s digital landscape.

Discover expert strategies from Echelon to enhance your organization's cybersecurity during Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Learn about training enhancements, cyber exercise benefits, internal testing, and building a culture of awareness to strengthen cyber defenses. 

FedRAMP announced a new red team requirement impacting cloud service providers. This article breaks down the details of the requirement and the difference between red teaming and pen testing.

As an organization that stores sensitive medical data, MetaOptima is focused on investing in their security posture. Here's how Echelon Risk + Cyber helped ensure they are functioning at their most secure level.

Threats are continuously evolving - your pen testing should too. As attackers constantly find new vulnerabilities to exploit, a continuous penetration testing approach persistently emulates threat actor activity within a company’s unique environment, helping them stay secure over time.

Bell and Howell partnered with Echelon Risk + Cyber to test the security of their systems, ensuring that they will continue to be protected from future cyberattacks and avoid any future disruption to their systems.