February 2026
This Month in Cybersecurity
From the IT Audit Labs Blog
How AI Is Reshaping Cybercrime
Artificial intelligence is already reshaping how cyberattacks are planned and executed. From AI-generated phishing to deepfake impersonation and faster vulnerability exploitation, attackers are moving quicker and adapting in real time. Static defenses are falling behind. Security teams need continuous risk assessments, targeted testing, and human-led decision-making supported by AI to keep pace.
Read the blog:
https://itauditlabs.com/ai-transforming-cybercrime-security-teams/
Why “New” Network Gear Must Be Factory-Sealed
When new networking equipment arrives open, unsealed, or improperly packaged, it is not just an annoyance. It is a supply chain risk. Network switches sit at the foundation of security and operations, and unclear provenance introduces avoidable uncertainty. Security teams should demand factory-sealed hardware with tamper-evident protections, anti-static packaging, and clear documentation to protect critical infrastructure.
Read the blog:
https://itauditlabs.com/greyware-supply-chain-integrity-factory-sealed-network-equipment/
A Night of Fun and Networking
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Wednesday, February 4th at 5:00pm CT
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Security Tip of the Month
Enable number-matching MFA
This helps prevent MFA fatigue attacks by requiring users to confirm a specific number during login.
Action:
Review MFA settings across cloud apps this month.
The Audit – Latest Episode
Most teams are not failing at AI because of the tools. They are failing because of the approach.
In this Field Notes episode, Carter Jensen of The Uncommon Business shares how the right AI architecture is helping IT and security teams unlock real productivity gains and move beyond AI hype. Learn how to make AI actually work for your organization.
Watch the episode:
https://youtu.be/dEEBKpQsfW8
SipCyber – The Latest
In this SipCyber episode, Jen shares how employers use AI to scan your online presence and what you can do to control what shows up first.
Watch now:
https://youtu.be/P1Gb6084W1c
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