What We Know About the T-Mobile HackÂ
Companies of all sizes can fall prey to cyberattack. Just ask T-Mobile, one of the largest telecommunications companies in the world and a recent victim of criminal hacking. The massive data breach compromised the personal information of more than 54 million people, putting nearly half of the company’s customer base at risk. Among the data […]
What Is Multi-Factor Authentication aka MFA?
Multi-factor authentication. What is it and how does it support security? Well, first off, multi-factor authentication is simply another means by which you prove that you are the owner of an account. I’d like to demonstrate this by using the Microsoft Office Web portal. A lot of people, most companies now are using business email […]
The Importance of Endpoint Detection
Don’t forget to download our {FREE} Internet Usage Policy below… Endpoints are one of a company’s greatest assets – and one of their biggest vulnerabilities. The laptops, tablets, smartphones, and other devices your team uses every day are essential for your business, but each one opens a door for hackers and cybercriminals to access your […]
6 Cybersecurity Tips for Municipalities
Municipalities are a cybercriminal’s dream. They’re packed full of confidential information on residents and employees, offering a digital buffet of social security numbers, banking information, addresses, and more. Plus, a well-placed piece of malware in a municipal system can cause ultimate chaos – think failing traffic lights, downed payment systems, and a total disruption of […]
3 Ways Hackers Use Social Media
Over the past few years, hackers have found ways to use social media for fraud. Does this mean you should stop using social media for personal and business purposes? Absolutely not. The key is to be smart about your online practices. Cybersecurity is important across all parts of your daily life – from banking to personal email and social media.
5 Things to Look For Before You Click – The Anatomy of a Phishing Email
At the most basic level, a phishing scam involves sending fraudulent emails that appear to be from a reputable person or company, with the goal of deceiving recipients into either clicking on a malicious link or downloading an infected attachment, usually to steal financial or confidential information.
How Security Awareness Training Can Greatly Reduce Security Breaches [VIDEO]
Did you know that 95% of breaches involve employee error? Your employees are both your greatest asset and biggest downfall. And right now, hackers are becoming more sophisticated and finding new ways to infiltrate your network through unsuspecting employees. Some of their latest schemes include fake emails and hacked websites. Your staff needs to be […]
One Surefire Way to Bounce Back from Ransomware [VIDEO]
Whether it’s ransomware or a flood, unexpected catastrophes happen. Instead of being reactive to an accident, prepare yourself and business for when it happens. The only way to ensure that your business can be back up and running fast is with a carefully constructed backup and disaster recovery plan. In this video, Phillip Long breaks […]
How a Lost Device Could Cost You Thousands [VIDEO]
Do your employees access company data on mobile devices? According to Sprint Business, 25% of lost or stolen devices end up in a security breach. Even worse, only 43% of staff report that their device is missing on the day it goes missing. That’s more than enough time for someone to hack the device and […]
How Asset Management Can Save You $12,000 Per Year [VIDEO]
Asset management is often overlooked by businesses because they don’t feel it’s important. People will use desktops and laptops until the very end, no matter the age of the equipment. While the computer itself doesn’t get slower, the demands we put on it get higher leading to the slowness we all detest. The age of […]