Cyber Security
Why You Should Use a Password Manager
In today’s digital age, passwords have become an integral part of our lives. With the increasing number of online services and platforms, it’s become challenging to remember different passwords for each account. As a result, many people tend to reuse the same password across multiple accounts or use weak passwords that are easy to guess.…
Read MoreSecure Your Accounts with Multi-Factor Authentication: Why It Matters and How to Use It
In today’s digital age, protecting your personal information and accounts from cyber threats is of utmost importance. One of the most effective ways to do this is by using multi-factor authentication (MFA). MFA is a security process that requires users to provide two or more forms of identification in order to gain access to their…
Read More6 Steps to Effective Vulnerability Management for Your Technology
Technology vulnerabilities are an unfortunate side effect of innovation. When software companies push new updates, there are often weaknesses in the code. Hackers exploit these. Software makers then address the vulnerabilities with a security patch. The cycle continues with each new software or hardware update. 61% of security vulnerabilities in corporate networks are over 5…
Read MoreTech Tip Tuesday: Tips for Safer Home Security Setups
From Ring doorbell cams to entire home security systems, watching your front door from afar has never been so easy. These security solutions also provide peace of mind at a wallet-friendly cost. But don’t let the ease of setup fool you. Home security devices can open your family up to risks if you don’t take…
Read MoreWhat Cybersecurity Attack Trends Should You Watch Out For In 2023?
Cybersecurity risks are getting worse. Attacks continue to get more sophisticated. They are also often perpetrated by large criminal organizations. These criminal groups treat these attacks like a business. To protect your business in the coming year, it’s important to watch the attack trends. We’ve pulled out the security crystal ball to tell you what…
Read MoreStop Fraud With Your Online Banking
Millions of dollars are stolen from small business bank accounts around the world every single month (and the threat is increasing every day). As hackers get smarter and build new ways to break into your systems, you need to work hard to stay one step ahead of them so you don’t fall victim. Here are…
Read MoreIs That a Real Text from Your CEO? Or a Scam?
Imagine you’re going about your day when suddenly you receive a text from the CEO. The head of the company is asking for your help. They’re out doing customer visits and someone else dropped the ball in providing gift cards. The CEO needs you to buy six $200 gift cards and text the information right…
Read MoreMobile Malware Has Increased 500% – What Should You Do?
Cybersecurity researchers uncovered an alarming mobile statistic. During the first few months of 2022, mobile malware attacks surged by 500%. For years, mobile phones have become more powerful. They now do many of the same functions as a computer. Yet, people tend to secure their computers better than they do their smartphones. This is a…
Read MoreHave You Had Data Exposed In a Recent Data Breach?
There’s a reason that browsers like Edge have added breached password notifications. Data breaches are an unfortunate part of life. And can have costly consequences for individuals. Hackers can steal identities and compromise bank accounts, just to name a couple. Cybercriminals breach about 4,800 websites every month with form jacking code. It has become all…
Read MoreThink You’re Safe from Data Breaches? So Did LastPass.
LastPass has been under a lot of scrutiny this year after a major breach in August of 2022. LastPass first official statement stated: “[A]n unauthorized party gained access to portions of the LastPass development environment through a single compromised developer account.” A follow-up announcement about a month later was similarly inconclusive: “[T]he threat actor gained…
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