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Is Your Data Secure? 8 Best Practices for Vetting Cybersecurity Vendors

November 23, 2022 - No Comments

An effective way to bolster your business’s data security is to work with a Managed Service Provider (MSP) or I.T. Service Provider (ITSP). They address network vulnerabilities to prevent cybercriminals from exploiting them. Besides monitoring and organizing your servers, a Managed Service Provider (MSP) or I.T. Service Provider (ITSP) plays a pivotal role in the […]

The University That Was Hit by a Cybersecurity Attack (6 Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities You Need to Ensure Your Business Doesn’t Have)

November 8, 2022 - No Comments

Cybercriminals can take advantage of various vulnerabilities in your company. Patching them up is crucial to protecting your reputation. Taking your cybersecurity seriously is essential regardless of your organization. Otherwise, criminals can easily halt your operations. Take the University of Sunderland as an example. At first, it seemed like they had a standard IT issue […]

Signs That Your Computer May Be Infected with Malware

November 3, 2022 - No Comments

Approximately 34% of businesses take a week or longer to regain access to their data and systems once hit with a malware attack. Malware is an umbrella term that encompasses many different types of malicious code. It can include: The longer that malware sits on your system unchecked, the more damage it can do. Most […]

The Biggest Vulnerabilities that Hackers are Feasting on Right Now

November 1, 2022 - No Comments

Software vulnerabilities are an unfortunate part of working with technology. A developer puts out a software release with millions of lines of code. Then, hackers look for loopholes that allow them to breach a system through that code. The developer issues a patch to fix the vulnerability. But it’s not long before a new feature […]

How Often Do You Need to Train Employees on Cybersecurity Awareness?

October 30, 2022 - No Comments

You’ve completed your annual phishing training. This includes teaching employees how to spot phishing emails. You’re feeling good about it. That is until about 5-6 months later. Your company suffers a costly ransomware infection due to a click on a phishing link. You wonder why you seem to need to train on the same information […]

6 Discontinued Technology Tools You Should Not Be Using Any Longer

October 21, 2022 - No Comments

One constant about technology is that it changes rapidly. Tools that were once staples, like Internet Explorer and Adobe Flash, age out. New tools replace those that are obsolete. Discontinued technology can leave computers and networks vulnerable to attacks. While older technology may still run fine on your systems that doesn’t mean that it’s okay […]

6 Important IT Policies Any Size Company Should Implement

October 15, 2022 - No Comments

Many small businesses make the mistake of skipping policies. They feel that things don’t need to be so formal. They’ll just tell staff what’s expected when it comes up and think that’s good enough. But this way of thinking can cause issues for small and mid-sized business owners. Employees aren’t mind readers. Things that you […]

What Should You Do to Reduce Risk When Your Mobile Device Goes Missing?

October 9, 2022 - No Comments

Few things invoke instant panic like a missing smartphone or laptop. These devices hold a good part of our lives. This includes files, personal financials, apps, passwords, pictures, videos, and so much more. The information they hold is more personal than even that which is in your wallet. It's because of all your digital footprints. […]

You Need to Watch Out for Reply-Chain Phishing Attacks

October 4, 2022 - No Comments

Phishing. It seems you can’t read an article on cybersecurity without it coming up. That’s because phishing is still the number one delivery vehicle for cyberattacks. A cybercriminal may want to steal employee login credentials. Or wish to launch a ransomware attack for a payout. Or possibly plant spyware to steal sensitive info. Sending a […]

Small Businesses Are Attacked by Hackers 3x More than Larger Ones

October 1, 2022 - No Comments

Have you felt more secure from cyberattacks because you have a smaller business? Maybe you thought that you couldn’t possibly have anything that a hacker could want? Didn’t think they even knew about your small business. Well, a new report by cybersecurity firm Barracuda Networks debunks this myth. Their report analyzed millions of emails across […]

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