With headlines full of cyberattacks and security breaches victims, it is time to take the risks seriously. The success and survival of your business will be determined by your ability to overcome security threats or breaches. You need a cyber readiness plan that includes elements of prevention, continuity and recovery strategies. Establish Strict Policies and
How to Avoid Data Breaches While Working From Home
The COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped the way we work practically overnight, as many people are working from home for the foreseeable future. Unfortunately, bad actors are taking advantage of these circumstances by increasing phishing attacks targeting home workers. Taking action now to secure your data and keep your staff alert about threats is the best way to protect
Is Your Business’s IT Ready for the Coronavirus?
The Coronavirus is spreading as fast as feared. Businesses must be ready for the worst. One priority? Protecting the health of employees. Preparing the way for remote working is one top recommendation. News of the virus, which the WHO is now calling COVID-19, has prompted urgent interest in remote work. Business collaboration software, virtual desktops,
7 Things You Can Do Right Now To Beef Up Your Cyber Security
Reports are flooding the news about statistics for cybersecurity and what attacks have increased in the past year. In a report from spam filtering service AppRiver, their Cyberthreat Index rates businesses as Very High, with 60% of businesses leaning towards a complete absence of cybersecurity confidence and readiness. Does your business fall in that 60%? If it does, read
What To Look For In A Helpdesk Service
There’s something very personal about finding the right help desk service. They’re the ones you call in a crisis. They’ll be in and out of your most critical assets. You need to make sure you can trust them. When interviewing different Managed Service Providers (MSP), look for these key points about their help desk services.
How To Handle Coronavirus As A Small Business Owner
Hysteria is ensuing around the globe as Coronavirus is deemed a pandemic. We’ve seen this before with SARS, Swine Flu, Ebola, and Zika Virus, so why do we act like Coronavirus is the end of the world? Coronavirus is different in that you can become contagious, then show symptoms, which poses a few problems. Despite what you hear
Ransomware Attacks Are Driving Up Cyber Insurance Rates
Ransomware attacks were one of the defining cybersecurity threats of 2019, and just two months into 2020, it’s clear that bad actors will continue to deploy this malware to capitalize on their criminality. As companies grapple with the implications of this new reality, many are turning to cybersecurity insurance as a way to offset the
The 5 Steps of A Successful Cybersecurity Plan
Cybersecurity is a complicated subject. It’s hard to understand all the facets, the moving gears that are constantly changing. It’s complicated even for me and I work with it everyday. There are aspects that can help to make sense of the fundamentals. The 5 key steps within the framework that the National Institute of Standards and
5 Cybersecurity Tips for Shopping Smart on Black Friday
Every year, the cultural phenomenon that is Black Friday and Cyber Monday rolls around. Wallets (and sometimes punches) are thrown in all different directions, trying to get the best deals for Christmas gifts. Most people get through it unscathed, but high stakes, time constraints, and emotions make for a vulnerable shopper. This unstable atmosphere creates
What is a Security Operations Center (SOC) and Why Does My Small Business Need One?
The cyber security landscape is rapidly evolving- the tech that kept you safe last year won’t keep you safe this year. Firewalls and antivirus alone won’t protect you from the incessant hacking attempts to your business. That’s like having one bouncer stand in front of your business and 100 bigger bouncers trying to get in at
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: SMB Edition
During the month of October, Cybersecurity Awareness Month reminds us of a category of crime that continues to inflict taxpayers and companies with damages amounting to billions of dollars annually. Staying updated on the latest attack types and prevention techniques is the only way to future-proof your organization. Here are five fraud trends from our
How Will Windows 7 End-of-Life Affect Your Business?
The computers you use at work could be vulnerable to ransomware attacks and data breaches. 60 percent of companies fold within six months of a cyber attack. You could possibly lose your customers and ultimately your business. BLOG: How To Make Your Windows 10 Computer Look and Feel More Like Windows 7 How is Your Business at