Galactic Research: Articles & Insights
The CMMC Suspension, Explained
Phase II is suspended, the rules still apply, and your compliance budget didn't get a refund Before you read on, watch this breakdown of what changed, what didn't, and what you should be doing right now. The Department of War ...
AI Security
Part 2: The Security Controls Behind a Safe AI Deployment
From the Map to the Hike: The Four Controls and the Client Conversations Behind Them This is Part 2 in a series that covers your AI enablement plan. Part 1 is here if you want the full map. The Little ...
Ten of Eleven AI Coding Agents Failed a Decades-Old Attack
What GuardFall Tells Us About Where AI Security Controls Need to Live Picture a security guard stationed at the entrance of a building. Their job is to check IDs. They're good at it, fast and consistent, and the building's occupants ...
Perfect AI Guardrails Are Impossible. That's Not an Excuse for Ignoring Them.
What a NIST Mathematician Proved, Why the Internet Got it Wrong, and What Your AI Security Program Should Look Like Years ago, running an MSSP, I had a vendor pitch us a next-gen firewall on a single promise: one hundred ...
Threat Intelligence
Threat Thursday: August 20th, 2026
Welcome to Threat Thursday, Galactic’s weekly threat intelligence roundup. Every Thursday, we cover the cybersecurity stories that matter most for protecting organizations from emerging threats, and we break each one down into what happened, what it could mean for your ...
Threat Thursday: August 13th, 2026
Welcome to Threat Thursday, Galactic’s weekly threat intelligence roundup. Every Thursday, we cover the cybersecurity stories that matter most for protecting organizations from emerging threats, and we break each one down into what happened, what it could mean for your ...
Threat Thursday: August 6th, 2026
Welcome to Threat Thursday, Galactic’s weekly threat intelligence roundup. Every Thursday, we cover the cybersecurity stories that matter most for protecting organizations from emerging threats, and we break each one down into what happened, what it could mean for your ...
Security Education
The Browser Became the Endpoint. Your Security Stack Didn’t Notice.
An employee clicks a box that says “verify you’re human.” A prompt tells them to press a couple of keys, so they do. What they have actually done is paste and run a command that a script slipped onto their clipboard the moment they ...
Vulnerabilities Are Now the #1 Way In. The Window to Fix Them Is Closing.
Most of the time, I didn't break into a network so much as let myself in through something with a fix already out (just not installed yet): the VPN concentrator three versions behind, the firewall with a known vulnerability fixed ...
Your OSINT Reality Check: Here’s What an Attacker Is Finding in 30 Minutes or Less
Today’s connected, AI-driven digital ecosystem has made it easier than ever to build a professional brand, network with peers, and share ideas with a wider audience. It’s opened doors for businesses that simply didn't exist before: new customers, new partnerships, ...
Strategy & Leadership
An Open Letter From Your Cyber Risk Advisors
After the Water Attacks Last month, attackers reached into water treatment plants across a dozen states and started moving the controls. Some of them found out what happens when you do. I've been thinking about what to say to the ...
Building Trust in Executive Relationships: Lessons from King Lear
A Framework for Establishing the Kind of Trust that Survives Budget Season Imagine the curtain going up and a group of players act out the opening scenes of Shakespeare's King Lear, just for you. An aging king sits in his ...
Your Jokes Were Funny. They Still Didn't Renew.
How MSPs Build the Kind of Client Rapport That Survives a Budget Review You walked out of the meeting feeling good. The handshake was firm, the small talk landed, and you even got a laugh with the printer joke. You ...
All Articles
Evaluating CRM Systems for Small Businesses
Customer relationship management programs, or CRM systems, are vital for any business. Small businesses, in particular, can benefit from their features and help grow their client base. When evaluating CRM systems for ...
Microsoft Link to Windows Update
Sharing vital information between your smartphone and computer is easier with Microsoft's Link to Windows application. A new update makes this software compatible with more devices. Discover all the features global customers ...
Beware of Holiday Scams: Protect Yourself with Advanced Cybersecurity
The holiday season is not just a time for joy and celebration; it's also prime time for cybercriminals to exploit the festive mood for scams. Remember the Grinch who stole Christmas? Well, ...
The Role of Chatbots in Customer Service for Small Businesses
As a small business owner, you know that customer service is crucial for expanding your operations. However, you don't always have the time or resources to deliver high-quality customer service. That's where ...
Automation and Efficiency in Business
Running a business in today’s digital world is simpler, thanks to automated workflows. Read on to discover the benefits of ditching outdated manual processes for automated ones. Automation Makes for Higher Productivity ...
What Business Owners Should Know About Copilot in Microsoft 365
Generative AI has become more popular for its utility and capabilities. Microsoft is moving forward with its AI integration processes. During the November 2023 Ignite event, the company highlighted Copilot for Microsoft ...
Connecting Small Businesses in a Remote Work Era
Remote work for small businesses came through trial and error. Some companies have succeeded by adjusting to new protocols, while others fell through. Learn how you can help your business grow in ...
Cybersecurity for Small Businesses: Navigating the Digital Threat Landscape
The digital landscape has brought businesses new ways to reach people, gain visibility, and make an impact worldwide. Being online keeps your business competitive, but only if you have a handle on ...
What Business Owners Should Know About iOS 17
iOS 17.1.1 is something business owners need to know about. Some Apple fans can’t wait for iOS updates to remedy existing bugs or introduce new techniques. However, many also feel that aesthetic ...
Why Supply Chain Security Matters: Protecting Your Business from the Unseen Threats
What’s at the top of your priority list? Did supply chain security make the top 5? If it didn’t, it should. Your ...
The Role of Social Media in Small Business Growth
Enterprises, large and small, must reach people who want to buy what they’re selling if they’re going to succeed in business. However, thanks to social media, your business is no longer confined ...
Digital Marketing Strategies for Small Budgets
In the ever-changing world of digital marketing, it’s often difficult for small businesses to decide how best to utilize their budget. Improving results without breaking the bank may feel unrealistic, but it ...
