Network Security
6 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 More4 Proven Ways to Mitigate the Costs of a Data Breach
No business wants to suffer a data breach. But unfortunately, in today’s environment, it’s difficult to completely avoid them. Approximately 83% of organizations have experienced more than one data breach. (IBM Security 2022: https://www.ibm.com/reports/ data-breach) The global average cost of a data breach is now $4.35 million, up 2.6% from last year. Companies don’t need…
Read MoreWhat To Include In A Year-End Technology Infrastructure Review
When the year is coming to a close, it’s the perfect time to plan for the future. Most businesses begin the year with the hope of growing and improving operations. Much of how a business operates depends on technology. So, it makes sense to look to your IT for areas of optimization. A year-end technology…
Read MoreOvercoming Barriers for BYOD
Mobile devices make up about 60% of the endpoints in a company network. They also handle about 80% of the workload. But they’re often neglected when it comes to strong cybersecurity measures. This is especially true with employee-owned mobile devices. Purchasing phones and wireless plans for staff is often out of reach financially. It can…
Read MoreA Guide For Better Endpoint Protection For Your Business
Endpoints are the collection of computers, mobile devices, servers, and smart gadgets that make up your company’s network and IT infrastructure. Each of those devices is a chance for a hacker to penetrate a company’s defenses. 64% of organizations have experienced one or more compromising endpoint attacks. The following solutions are focused on the protection…
Read MoreWhat does Windows 7 End of Support Mean for You?
Tired of those annoying Windows pop-ups you’ve been seeing on your computer? You might want to take a second look next time they pop up- they’re an important warning for anyone using Windows. As of January 2020, Windows 7 will no longer be patched or supported by Microsoft. What does that mean? If you have…
Read MoreTech Tip Tuesday: The #1 threat to your security is…
YOU! And your employees. Like it or not, human beings are our own worst enemies online, inviting hackers, viruses, data breaches, data loss, etc., through the seemingly innocent actions taken every day online. In most cases, this is done without malicious intent – but if you as a manager or owner aren’t monitoring what websites…
Read MoreTech Tip Tuesday: Three essential rules for all cloud applications
If you’re using any kind of cloud application (and these days, who isn’t?), you are right to be concerned about data privacy and security. The company hosting your data is ultimately responsible for keeping hackers out of THEIR network, but most cloud breaches are due to USER ERROR. So it’s important that you, the user,…
Read MoreCybercriminals Are Taking Aim At Your Business… Is Your Network Protected?
Cyber-Criminals love to target small businesses- is yours protected? Cyber-criminals love to test your defenses. They love to see how far they can get into the networks of businesses all over the globe. Cyber-criminals really love going after small businesses because they can all too often sneak onto a network, copy data and move on.…
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