Cybersecurity Awareness Month: What Every Business Owner Needs to Know
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a timely reminder for business owners to assess and strengthen their company’s defenses against cyber threats. With the increasing frequency and sophistication of cyberattacks, protecting your business from data breaches, ransomware, and other malicious activities has never been more critical. As we prepare for next month, here are the top […]
5 Ways Cyber Criminals Are Getting Crafty in 2024
Cybercriminals are becoming more creative, using sophisticated tactics to trick unsuspecting individuals and businesses. While technology evolves, so do the methods these criminals use to breach security. Below are five ways cybercriminals are getting craftier: 1. Facebook Messages and Comments Claiming Account Issues A common scam currently plaguing Facebook users involves receiving messages or comments […]
Simplifying HIPAA Risk Assessment for Practice Administrators
HIPAA compliance is an essential aspect of running a healthcare practice, yet it’s a topic that many administrators would rather avoid. The mere mention of HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) can evoke a sense of dread due to its complexity and the severe consequences of non-compliance. However, despite the unease it may cause, […]
Hospital Ransomware Attack Turns Deadly
Ransomware attacks have been a costly threat to companies and computer systems for years. Now, these malicious attacks are upping the ante by targeting hospitals and healthcare facilities – a dangerous crime that may have deadly consequences. According to a lawsuit filed against Springhill Medical Center, a 2019 ransomware attack that crippled hospital computer systems […]
Local Alabama Hospital Wants to Settle Data Breach Lawsuit
The data breach at Flowers Hospital in Dothan, Alabama finally nears the end after a four-year long nightmare. While there has been no final court approval, the hospital has decided to settle with the 1,200 victims whose information was breached. Each person will receive roughly $5,000 and Flowers Hospital has said payments won’t total more […]
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 […]
Many People Don’t Know This About Patch Management…[VIDEO]
When it comes to patch management, many people think they’ve got it covered and that their network is safe. Unfortunately, this is not the case. Windows doesn’t do a great job of updating patches and lots of things get missed. Plus, employees push off updating their computer because of the time it takes to do […]