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Dimitris Kokoutsidis

In-Depth Scenarios Illustrating EU AI Act Implications for Manufacturing Companies Using FileMaker 2024 with Semantic Search Capabilities

Dimitris Kokoutsidis, Oct 21, 2024, CyberFM The European Union’s Artificial Intelligence Act (EU AI Act) introduces a comprehensive regulatory framework for the use of AI systems, emphasizing risk management, transparency, and accountability. With the release of FileMaker 2024, which offers the ability to perform semantic searches using Local or Remote Large Language Models (LLMs), manufacturing

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Dimitris Kokoutsidis

In-Depth Scenarios Illustrating NIS 2 Implications for Manufacturing Companies Using FileMaker

Ensuring Cyber Resilience in Manufacturing: Navigating NIS 2 Requirements with FileMaker Solutions Dimitris Kokoutsidis, Oct 16, 2024, CyberFM Understanding the practical implications of the NIS 2 Directive is crucial for manufacturing companies that rely on FileMaker solutions. The following detailed scenarios illustrate potential risks and challenges that such companies may face, along with the obligations

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Dimitris Kokoutsidis

How does the EU AI Act affect FileMaker Developers?

Dimitris Kokoutsidis, Oct 9, 2024, CyberFM Menu Key Provisions of the EU AI Act 1. Risk-Based Classification System To top The EU AI Act categorizes AI systems into four risk levels based on their potential impact on individuals’ safety and fundamental rights: 2. Transparency and Disclosure AI systems must meet transparency obligations to ensure users

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Dimitris Kokoutsidis

How NIS 2 Affects FileMaker Developers: A Comprehensive Guide to Compliance and Best Practices

Navigating NIS 2 Compliance for FileMaker Developers: Key Impacts, Practical Steps, and Proactive Security Strategies Dimitris Kokoutsidis, Oct 9, 2024, CyberFM The European Union’s NIS 2 Directive represents a significant overhaul of the cybersecurity landscape, aiming to strengthen the resilience of critical infrastructure and essential services across member states. As a FileMaker developer, it’s crucial

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Dimitris Kokoutsidis

In-Depth Analysis: The Flaws of Relying on Startup Scripts for Security in FileMaker

Dimitris Kokoutsidis, Oct 6, 2024, CyberFM Menu: Understanding the Weakness of Startup Scripts as a Security Measure: The Illusion of Security with Startup Scripts: The Role of Script Debugger in Exploiting Startup Scripts: Full Access Account Reinsertion via Decompilation: The Critical Importance of Encryption and Robust Account Management: Encryption as the First Line of Defense:

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Dimitris Kokoutsidis

Understanding the OWASP Top 10 Vulnerabilities for Large Language Model Applications

Dimitris Kokoutsidis, Sept 26, 2024, CyberFM Introduction In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, Large Language Models (LLMs) like GPT-4 have become integral to numerous applications, including chatbots, virtual assistants, content generation, and more. While these models offer remarkable capabilities, they also introduce a new set of security challenges that must be addressed to

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Richard Carlton

Long Distance Upgrades in FileMaker

Richard Carlton, Jul 30, 2024, FileMaker Training Videos Menu Introduction to FileMaker Upgrades To top Upgrading FileMaker to its latest version is a decision that many organizations delay, often due to concerns about cost, downtime, or compatibility. However, running an outdated version of FileMaker comes with several risks, including slower performance, security vulnerabilities, and compatibility

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Doug Wallis

The developer’s edge Claris FileMaker 2024 security features

Jasper Schoonackers (Lesterius), Doug Wallis, and Sangita Banerjee (Claris) , Claris Community Live 6 Data breaches and cyber threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated, the security of your database systems is more critical than ever. Claris FileMaker 2024 introduces a comprehensive suite of new security features and enhancements designed to help developers, administrators, and organizations protect

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Doug Wallis

Security – Why It Pays to Keep Up to Date

Wim Decorte, Doug Wallis, Jun 13, 2024, Claris Community Live 1. Introduction Security in FileMaker development has evolved from a “nice-to-have” feature to an absolute necessity. In the third Claris Community Live event, Rosemary Tietge, along with experts Wim Decorte and Doug Wallis, walked through the most relevant security challenges, solutions, and best practices for

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Jacob Taylor

FileMaker 2024 Server Q&A with Wim Decorte and Jacob Taylor

Wim Decorte, Jacob Taylor, Jun 11, 2024, In this blog post, we take a deep dive into the FileMaker 2024 Server (also known as FileMaker 21) Q&A session featuring experts Wim Decorte from Soliant Consulting and Jacob Taylor from RCC. This session provided a comprehensive look at FileMaker Server’s latest features, performance optimizations, and essential

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Wim Decorte

Are You Confident in Your FileMaker App’s Security?

Wim Decorte, Claris Engage 2024 As the complexity of digital ecosystems continues to evolve, ensuring the security of the applications we build has never been more important. With the increasing sophistication of attacks, even a small oversight can lead to catastrophic results such as data breaches, fines, or damage to reputation. This blog post delves

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Claus Lavendt

Install and configure your Claris FileMaker Server

Claus Lavendt, Claris Engage 2024 Menu Introduction Welcome to this comprehensive guide on installing and configuring Claris FileMaker Server, with insights from Claus Lavendt’s presentation. This expanded version aims to provide you with not only the necessary technical steps but also the critical reasoning behind them. By delving into network architecture, backup strategies, and security

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Duane Maas

Automating the Creation of Immutable Backups on macOS & Linux

Duane Maas, FMDiSC 14/04/2023 Table of Contents 1. Introduction to Immutable Backups and Their Importance In today’s digital landscape, data is increasingly vulnerable to ransomware attacks that can compromise the integrity of your backups. This makes immutable backups crucial for any business. In his presentation, Duane Maas shared an innovative solution for automating the creation

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Wim Decorte

Disaster Recovery, Business Continuity, and Resilience for FileMaker Solutions

Wim Decorte, FMDiSC 14/04/2023 Table of Contents Introduction: Why These Concepts Matter As businesses increasingly depend on technology for daily operations, discussions about disaster recovery, business continuity, and resilience become essential, not optional. In his detailed presentation, Wim Decorte from Soliant Consulting tackles the often tricky but necessary conversations that FileMaker developers need to have

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André Just Vedgren

Is It Safe? FileMaker, Security and You

A Deep Dive into FileMaker Security and Cyber Threats André Just Vedgren, EngageU 2022 In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, cybersecurity is a top priority for businesses of all sizes. Whether you’re managing a small business or overseeing a large organization, the risks associated with data breaches, ransomware, and cyber espionage are increasing. This comprehensive