Low cost, low effort, effective Patch Management
Patch Management doesn’t have to be complex or costly. Keeping your computers up to date with the latest software updates and security patches is essential for ensuring the stability and security of your IT infrastructure. However, manual patching can be a time-consuming and error-prone process, especially if you have multiple computers to manage. This is […]
Securing Your Legacy Architecture: Why and How
Some business applications are so essential they are always on, 24/7. That makes them difficult to update or replace. You may also have hardware or software that has been getting the job done for decades. Taking an “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” perspective, you continue to rely on this technology. But how secure […]
The Rise of Vishing Attacks: Understanding the Threat
As technology evolves, so do the methods used by cybercriminals to target individuals and businesses. Voicemail phishing, also known as vishing, is the latest threat on the rise. Vishing attacks rely on social engineering, leveraging our natural tendency to trust and help others, in order to obtain sensitive information. In this blog post, we will […]
Data Breaches Are Getting Worse: Know the Basics
The exposure of sensitive information can be disastrous for individuals, businesses, or governments. Yet data breaches aren’t going away. The first data breach compromised more than a million records in 2005. Since then, we’ve seen ongoing news of breaches. But there are some basic steps you can take to avoid falling victim to an attack. […]
Businesses Beware OF Fake Meeting Requests
Hi, Important that we meet discuss speerfishing attacks over business comunicatons. We need to make plan about this IMMEDIATELY. Please click on the link [uurl.callender.com] to make an appointment with IT for quick tutorial. Regards, IT There are several things wrong with this email, and hopefully, you noticed them. All are red flags you can […]
Small Business Can’t Sacrifice Cybersecurity
For small businesses, it can be tempting to postpone cybersecurity efforts. There are many common excuses: “There’s so much to do,” “There’s not enough budget,” “Our business is too small to target,” etc. But right now, cybersecurity is a must-have for every business. Think of it like business insurance. You don’t intend to get sued […]
Think Before Sharing That Link
Learning to share is an important early-life skill. Now, you’ve mastered it, and you’re out in the workforce. Happily, digital technology makes it much easier to share business files, but that doesn’t mean you want to do so willy-nilly. Consider these best practices for sharing with both internal and external users. Cloud sharing makes it […]
SMBs Can Become a Weapon in Cyberwarfare
Headlines today highlight Ukrainian tragedy or North Korea testing missiles. It can seem far away from your business, yet battles are being fought online, too. Your small business’s IT systems could be weaponized for cyberwarfare. That statement may surprise you. You’ve heard of cyber targets such as: critical national infrastructure; election and voting organizations; military […]
The Business Risk of Abandoned Domain Names
When setting up your small business website, you want a memorable name and sleek Web design. You know your website is an important online calling card. Then, when you grow or your business evolves, you might rebrand and add a site. But wait, don’t abandon the old one. When you set up your Web presence, […]
Ransomware a Risk for You, Too
Ransomware headlines focus on interrupted hospital services or downtime at several major brands. But ransomware can just as easily infect your home computer. When you’re a victim of ransomware, you aren’t able to do anything on your computer. Cybercriminals encrypt your files and demand you pay a ransom to unlock your device. They’ll ask for […]