IT policies are an important part of your IT security and technology management. So, no matter what size your business is, you should have them. We’ll get you started with some of the most important IT policies your company should have in place. Many small businesses make the mistake of skipping policies. They feel that […]
You may have been told that all-you-can-eat (AYCE) services plans are the best option for your IT management. However, that is not always the case. Due to the cyber security gap and the increasing demand for managed security products, more and more MSPs are providing managed security services to their clients. According to a study […]
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 […]
There is a reason why phishing is usually at the top of the list for security awareness training. For the last decade or two, it has been the main delivery method for all types of attacks. Ransomware, credential theft, database breaches, and more launch via a phishing email. Why has phishing remained such a large […]
After data loss, 40-60% of small enterprises will not reopen. Most firms understand the importance of data backup. Without it, they risk losing crucial files in the case of a hard drive failure or a cyberattack. However, having a backup in place is insufficient; you must test that backup. The purpose of testing backups is […]
There are hundreds of thousands of browser extensions designed to help us to save time, be more productive, and personalize our online experience. And while the majority of them do what they’re supposed to, some are not designed to help you at all… If you’re unfortunate enough to download a malicious browser extension without realizing, […]
How many text messages from companies do you receive today as compared to about two years ago? If you’re like many people, it’s quite a few more. This is because retailers have begun bypassing bloated email inboxes. They are urging consumers to sign up for SMS alerts for shipment tracking and sale notices. The medical […]
Back in May, we heard there would soon be a successor to the password – the Passkey. Now, we’re hearing that Apple will start rolling out Passkeys in the next few months in iOS 16. And we’re excited. Though it’s caused some confusion, Apple is going to great lengths to market the Passkey, and understandably, […]
According to Check Point Research (CPR) 2021 Cyberattacks study, the number of cyberattacks has been increasing. This tendency peaked at 925 cyberattacks per week per business globally at the end of the year. Cybersecurity insurance is no longer limited to technology corporations, banks, and credit unions. All enterprises regardless of size or industry can benefit […]
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 […]
