All too often, we hear stories about massive cyberattacks that threaten the safety of a staggering number of consumers. While it may not seem to happen often, the reality is that those large scale breaches are the outliers, and an unbelievable number of attacks are launched against small businesses every day.
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Don’t believe these disaster recovery myths
Modern technology changes rapidly, but not all businesses can match its pace. When it comes to disaster recovery (DR), we see business owners clinging to ideas that no longer apply. It’s high time you learn the truth about the following DR myths, so you can stop believing them. Myth 1: Tape backups are the best […]
Think your password is secure? Think again
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) created many of the password best practices you probably loathe — using a combination of letters, numbers, and special characters. The NIST now says those guidelines were ill-advised and has changed its stance. Find out why and what this means for you. The problem The issue isn’t […]
Tips to enhance your website’s look
“Don’t judge a book by its cover,” the cliche goes. But in marketing, looks /do/ matter. Take, for example, your website. It is often the first opportunity to make a good impression on customers and potential customers. You don’t want to squander that opportunity just because your site’s looks aren’t up to par. Here’s how […]
Twitter Breached: Here’s What You Need To Know
On July 15th, a huge number of high-profile accounts on Twitter were accessed illegally by malicious actors, who used that access to advertise a bitcoin cryptocurrency scam, similar to that of a wire fraud scam. Affected users included high profile individuals such as Elon Musk, Bill Gates, Barack Obama, Joe Biden, Warren Buffet, and many others.
Locking Your Credit File May Not Be So Easy
With data breaches continuously ramping up over the years, and massive breaches of consumer data as seen in the Equifax breach -- there is little doubt that the sensitive data of most Americans, such as your social security number, is available for purchase to cybercriminals at a moment's notice.
Weak Passwords Might Become Illegal
The Internet of Things is one of the most interesting technological movements since the rise of the cell phone. The ability to add massive amounts of functionality to everyday household fixtures such as lights, thermostats, doorbells or refrigerators, as well as the ability to control them remotely has allowed many people to completely transform the way they go about their day to day life.
Fileless malware: Are you at risk?
Over the past few years, the security industry has witnessed a rapid evolution in attack techniques, including fileless malware. Now, cybercriminals use legitimate tools and services such as existing software, applications, and authorized protocols to carry out malicious activities like unauthorized data retrieval or data damage. Left unchecked, these types of malware can adversely affect […]
Here’s how you can wow website visitors
Much like how we’re turned off by professionals who look disheveled, we leave websites that look ugly and messy. Follow our tips to get your website cleaned up nicely and make it ready to convert customers. Make a statement with professional photographs Before site visitors read what’s on your website, they assess it by checking […]
Guidelines on monitoring your employees’ online activities
There are advantages and disadvantages to monitoring your employees’ online behavior. Below is an honest and transparent list of arguments for and against such a practice. However, should you decide to monitor your employees, we have some guidelines for you to follow for a smooth implementation process. The case for monitoring Here are several reasons […]