Understanding Ransomware Attacks and How to Prevent Them
Ransomware is one of the most devastating forms of cyber security threats you can face. Ransomware is an invasive malware that prevents a user from accessing their device, and all the data stored on it. Unlike some malware, if you’ve been targeted by a ransomware attack you will know it. Not only will the victim’s device […]
What Are DDoS Attacks and How to Protect Yourself From Them
In today’s digital world, where everyone is connected through the digital landscape, there is an ever-increasing threat of cyberattacks. One of the most damaging cyberattacks is the DDoS (Distributed Denial-of-Service) attack. But what exactly is a DDoS attack, how can it affect your small business, and more importantly, what can you do to protect yourself […]
What Are Phishing Attacks and How to Prevent Them
It’s unfortunately become fairly common practice for attackers to prey on their victims through the use of cybercrime. One of the most popular forms of attack is phishing. Attackers, posing as legitimate individuals or companies, will attempt to obtain sensitive information like your username, password, credit card information, and more, often by inviting you to […]
That “Wrong Number” Text Is a Scam! Don’t Respond to It
Chances are that you’ve gotten a “wrong number” text in the last year or two. While this looks like an innocent mistake, it’s actually the start of a long scam that has resulted in millions of lost dollars from victims. Let’s step through what happens if you respond to a “wrong number” message so you […]
Should You Use Employee Monitoring?
In an era where remote work is becoming increasingly popular, businesses are exploring various tools and strategies to ensure productivity and security. Employee monitoring software and computer monitoring services have emerged as popular solutions, but should you use employee monitoring or not? There are several benefits to employee monitoring, as well as several drawbacks. But, […]
What Are Passkeys and How Can They Replace Passwords?
A lot of security concerns revolve around passwords because of their many weaknesses. However, we may be headed towards a future where such attacks are largely a memory. This is thanks to passkeys, a new type of authentication that sidesteps many problems of passwords while also offering incredible convenience. Let’s learn about them and their […]
What Is Simjacking and How Can You Stay Safe?
Simjacking is a growing threat that results in major problems for its victims. It’s important for you to understand how this attack works and what you can do to protect yourself from this type of account fraud. What Is Simjacking? Simjacking, also called SIM swapping, is a way for attackers to take over someone’s phone […]
5 Ways Your Password Could Be Stolen
We’ve mentioned how important password security is before. And while having one of your accounts breached is a scary occurrence, you might wonder how it could actually happen. Chances are that a hacker wouldn’t target your account since you’re not famous or rich, right? Well, hacking isn’t the only way to steal passwords. There are […]
How Cloud-Connected Infrastructure Leads to Security Benefits
Many people have doubts about cloud-connected infrastructure, but it can save your company time and money in many scenarios. Combined with reliable IT support, cloud devices can reduce response time and risk of attack. Let’s take a look at a recent example and see what we can learn from it. The Meraki Vulnerability In early […]
What Are Flash Drive Viruses, and How Can I Stay Safe?
Flash drives are a convenient way to store and transport data. Whether your employees use them to share files among teams or archive older data, you probably have USB sticks floating all over your organization. However, the ubiquity of these drives can lead to serious threats. Recently, a new type of malware was found to […]