Phishing is when an attacker sends out a message or email asking the recipient to provide some type of secure information. It can often be used to deploy software that leads to an attack to hold the company hostage for ransom.
CISCO reports at least one person clicks on a phishing link in 86% of organizations.
The number of successful cyberattacks grows steadily every day, making it more important than ever for businesses to implement robust cybersecurity solutions. Part of a comprehensive cybersecurity infrastructure is a proactive cybersecurity strategy.
In case you missed it, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) released new guidelines for creating and managing passwords. This is great news for anyone looking to improve their online security. But what do these new guidelines mean for you? In this blog post, we will discuss the basics of the NIST password […]
If you depend on your computer network to run your business (and who doesn’t?) you’ll want someone treating your data as securely as they would their own.
Not knowing what’s going on behind the scenes should scare the crap out of you.
Email is one of the most commonly used forms of communication nowadays. It’s quick, easy, and convenient, but it’s also vulnerable to attacks from hackers. Read on for some practical tips that you can use to secure your email account and keep your information safe.
Watering hole attacks are on the rise, but many businesses are still unprepared against it. To avoid falling victim to a watering hole attack, it is crucial to know what it is, understand the risks, and take steps to defend your business. How watering hole attacks work The term “watering hole” colloquially refers to a […]
There are two types of people, which one are you?
The frustrated, constant updater: You find yourself having to constantly click on “Forgot My Password” and verify your account, check your texts, scan a finger (give a pint of blood, maybe not that one) so you can reset your password.
One of the common issues on the Dark Web – whether you use it or not – is the sale of passwords, bank account information, Social Security numbers, and other private data.
Hackers can breach firewalls and software to obtain this information and then go to the Dark Web to sell it to other criminals.
Do you ever feel like your internet security is a bit lax? Maybe you don’t have a password on your Wi-Fi network or you use the same one for all of your accounts. These risky behaviors can ultimately lead to a cyberattack. To mitigate this risk and improve your online security, you can follow these […]
With so many different IT security terms and concepts that you need to learn when running a business, where should you start? Diving into cybersecurity can be challenging, but learning about the most commonly used terms in IT security is a good place to start.