The Single Greatest Defense Against Ransomware
In 2017, ransomware became a huge threat for businesses, so when discussing how nefarious actors will be leveraging new ransomware streams in 2018, you have to do so with some urgency. Today we will provide some information on ransomware, the current trends, and some trends you have to be very mindful of going forward. Ransomware […]
FREE Printout: Dos and Don’ts of IT Security
The following guide is designed to be used by business owners and office managers as an educational resource to establish some basic IT security best practices in the workplace. Feel free to print it out and hand it out or post it in common areas. You work on important things. Let’s all work together to […]
Can You Spot the Signs of a Malicious Link?
The Internet is notorious for being a minefield of threats, many of which lurk hidden behind innocent-looking links. In order to go about business safely, you need to be able to identify which links you can click; and, which should be skipped. Unfortunately, spotting fraudulent links isn’t an exact science, but there are ways to […]
How to Avoid the Pitfalls of Public Wi-Fi
Sometimes, when you absolutely need Wi-Fi, you might have to connect to a public connection. Though, this can be a problem since public connections are way less secure than private ones, especially when used for business purposes. What can you do if this is your only option and how can you keep safe from public […]
The Cisco Vulnerability Requires Multiple Patches
An exploit of virtual private networks (VPNs) has recently been brought to light. It has been found out that the Adaptive Security Appliance tool (ASA) was the tool that Cisco has announced to be vulnerable. If this issue isn’t patched immediately, many organizations can find themselves to be vulnerable to remote code exploitation. Hackers can […]
Tip of the Week: Which Browser Provides the Best Security?
For most users the Internet browser is one of the most utilized applications on their computer or mobile device. With the influx of aggressive problems, it is mighty useful to know which Internet browser is the best for keeping your data, identity, and network secure. Today, we will take a look at the five most […]
Is Your Password Security Up to Par?
Passwords are all over the place these days, whether they’re required to access an online account, or access the devices used to open these accounts. While both types of passwords can make for ideal security conditions, this is only the case if the passwords are strong. If your passwords can be guessed by just about […]
4 Uses for Blockchain that Don’t Involve Cryptocurrency
With the meteoric rise of Bitcoin’s value, and just as sudden decline to less than half of its highest value, cryptocurrency has been pulled into the public eye. However, cryptocurrency is only one use of blockchain technology. We’ll examine a few of its other potential applications. Automated Contracts Blockchain technology can ensure that the agreements […]
Tip of the Week: Awareness Is Important When Surfing the Web
The internet has become a part of everyday life. This week’s tip is all about being mindful online to keep yourself safe and so you have maximum security while browsing the web. Security Over Convenience Most threats live on websites that are easily avoidable. This can be done by developing healthy online habits. However, it […]
At What Point Does a Service Become Spyware?
A major problem for any organization is spyware, which is another popular form of malware. With the use, generation, and collecting of data, spyware can be used to take it from your organization. While your company can take major steps to avoid spyware, what if it had already been installed on your computer before you […]