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Toledo Public Schools Shows that School Districts Can Be at Risk for a Data Breach
November 24, 2020
With more employees, students, and contractors working remotely, cybercrime is a real concern. The Toledo Public Schools recently had a major data breach that has the potential for long lasting consequences. When many think of which institutions will be targeted by malicious hackers, they may think of financial institutions, not public school systems. Yet school […]
Phishing Emails are Becoming More Sophisticated
November 16, 2020
Phishing emails are becoming more sophisticated, and cyber security best practices need to adjust to reflect that change. As a business owner, it can be frustrating to see that your employees are falling victim to phishing emails.
7 Cyber Security Tips for Your Home Office
October 14, 2020
At the office, most of us don’t think about security risk, but when working from home, it’s important that employees and employers understand the security risks of working remotely. With so many of us working from home due to Covid-19, the home office has become a major target for cybercrime. By incorporating cyber security best […]
How Improperly Handled IT Assets Affect Your Business
September 29, 2020
If your company has a data breach, you know it will cost you. It will hurt your company financially, and it will negatively impact your reputation. Hiring a company who specializes in data destruction, and is invested in protecting your data, is the right choice for securing your sensitive data. The right company has the […]
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 […]
