The Kaseya Breach Impact – It’s Big
When a ransomware attack strikes, it’s usually bad news for the targeted company. But the latest major ransomware attack has affected up to 1,500 businesses. That’s because the Kaseya attack is the latest example of a particularly nasty tactic where the
Emergency Microsoft Patch Needed to Protect Most Users
Microsoft has issued an emergency patch that both IT and security experts say is an absolute must to install immediately. It fixes a serious bug that could give attackers remote control of a PC and is one of the very
The Cybersecurity Executive Order
A White House Executive Order issued in May aims to tighten cybersecurity nationally. As well as reaffirming security standards for the government, it calls for more evidence of compliance throughout the supply chain for government standards. If you do work
Data Security vs. Data Integrity: Know the Difference
We all understand the need to keep data secure from spies and hackers, but that’s not the only risk to data. Businesses also need to maintain data integrity, meaning the information isn’t lost or corrupted. The two concepts are both
2021 Security Threats for Small Businesses
Despicable as it may be, cybercrime is an operation that’s always evolving. Basic principles and techniques remain popular, but the scammers are constantly putting a new twist on their tactics. Let's address where business owners need to be particularly vigilant
How to Prevent a Bluesnarfing Attack
Bluesnarfing is a type of network attack in which an attacker gains unauthorized access to a wireless device via a Bluetooth connection. Once the hacker has access to the device, they can steal sensitive user information, including personal photos, contact lists,
What is Penetration Testing?
Penetration testing is effectively a simulated attack on your network or system, designed to uncover potential weaknesses. The idea is to spot problems that might not be revealed by simply running through a security checklist. The beauty of penetration testing is
Vulnerability Assessment: The First Step in Securing Your Business
Security checklists are a great tool for making sure you haven’t missed anything obvious, but the only way to be certain your network is secure is to put it to the test. A vulnerability assessment is a safe and effective
Why Cybersecurity Awareness Training is Critical
The cybersecurity threat landscape is continually evolving, making it critical for organizations to move with speed and avert potential disaster. Cybercriminals are working overtime to gain access to the repository of data your organization is holding. Losing data is a severe body