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Phishing Scams on the Rise During COVID-19 Pandemic
August 28, 2020
As we continue to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, we are distracted. There is an endless volume of information coming which is leaving a lot of people stressed, and concerned, and we are more connected on our devices as we spend more time working and socializing virtually. The combination of these factors makes most of us […]
Cybersecurity Challenges Businesses are Facing in 2020
August 18, 2020
Although all businesses are facing increased challenges in cybersecurity, 2020 has been a particularly challenging year. Cyber criminals are capitalizing on the current state of unrest, fear, and distraction to target your data. Companies of any size are at risk, but 2020 has shown that small businesses with under 100 employees, and medium businesses, with […]
Healthcare Facilities Fall for Pandemic-Related Cybercrimes
July 29, 2020
Criminals will capitalize on situations whenever they feel like there is an opportunity. When it comes to cybercrimes, there has been a significant increase of malicious attacks in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic. As frustrating as it is to think that criminals are attempting to profit from a crisis, there are things that can be […]
Did You Change Your Passwords After a Data Breach?
July 28, 2020
You got the dreaded email from a store you shop at, your healthcare provider, or even a financial institution. They’ve had a data breach. They’ve caught it, addressed it, and remedied everything on their end. You might be worried initially, but since the company appears to have a handle on the situation, you relax and […]
Increase Online Security with Some Digital Housekeeping
June 23, 2020
When it comes to staying organized, many of us rely on digital organization. Your computer, tablet, and phone are also your address book, planner, journal, and file storage. Face ID, fingerprints, and PINs make you feel like your information is secure, but sometimes that sense of security is a false one. It’s easy to think […]
Are Password Managers Safe?
June 9, 2020
These days, more and more of your information is digital and stored online. Every device, every website, every app needs a password. This is a good thing, but in a world where our brains are on overload, it can be overwhelming. To keep things simple, a lot of people still use the same password for […]
Employee Negligence Tops Information Security Risk to Business
May 22, 2020
You may think that your information is secure. You have dedicated programs for security, company policies on technology and data, and feel like you’ve done all you can. In reality, you are putting a good portion of your cybersecurity into the hands of your employees, which may be the biggest risk of all.
Digitize Your Company’s Files for Greater Data Protection
May 7, 2020
Many companies find that they accumulate documents and files quickly. There are the basics that pile up, such as accounts payable, expenses, budgets, and policies. Then you’ll also start to build up long term files, such as legal documents, tax records, and personnel files. In today’s digital world, it makes both practical and economic sense […]
Teleworking Can Leave You and Your Employer Vulnerable to Cyber Threats
April 29, 2020
Many Americans are currently teleworking from their own homes. Most have a heightened stress level due to many outside factors and are trying to juggle many different roles. Hackers and other cyber criminals are capitalizing on this and are hoping to catch these workers off their guard, giving the criminals access to not only your […]
7 Ways In-House Document Shredders Leave Your Company’s Data Vulnerable
April 20, 2020
Data protection should be one of the top priorities of your company. Inadequate data protection not only leaves your company vulnerable, but any breach in security can hurt your company’s reputation drastically and cause much more serious issues. Shredding sensitive documents seems like a good first line of defense, but sometimes an in-house shredder isn’t […]
