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How to Approach Risk Assessments at Your Organization
Risk assessment is a key facet of organizational security. While some businesses may need to undergo a type of assessment in order to ensure compliance, others may be motivated by the thought of increasing security and safeguarding against threats. Whichever category your company falls into, performing a risk assessment can be extremely helpful to keep... Read More
Digital Security Controls to Address Risk in Business Systems
Is your organization taking the right approach to risk management? Learn how you can reduce cyber threats, protect data, and defend against cyberattacks. Read More
Best Practices for Organizational Security in 2024
There are many steps we can take to strengthen your organization’s security in the new year. Review our recommended approaches so your business is protected. Read More
Systemplicity: 3 Ways You May Be Inadvertently Increasing Your Cyber Security Risks!
Learn why overly complicated systems can create security issues for your business and discover scans and tests you can perform to identify vulnerabilities. Read More
Best Practices for Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
With bad actors finding new ways to target businesses and their employees, taking steps to secure systems can help reduce the likelihood of a breach or attack at your organization. Many SMBs may think their organization is too small and not considered a target by cybercriminals. Yet, 43% of breaches occur in companies with 250... Read More
Securing Success: A Deep Dive Into SOC 2 Compliance and Pen Testing
SOC 2 compliance plays a pivotal role in communicating and ensuring your organization’s security. Undergoing an audit allows you to instill trust in customers, vendors, and partners while building up your security posture. This article will share the significance of SOC 2 compliance, its specific requirements, and the meticulous audit process. Additionally, we’ll delve into... Read More
Helpful Cyber Security Terms Business Owners Should Know
Cyber security should be top-of-mind for any business owner. Engaging in necessary discussions with your staff, vendors, and service providers can ensure you follow proper procedures and protect important assets. A strong working vocabulary can help make these conversations easier and clearer for everyone involved. As with any industry, the cyber world has its jargon—a... Read More
Key Reasons Why Microsoft 365 Backup is Essential
Microsoft 365 is an effective solution for collaboration and communication, whether you’re working remotely or in person. The variety of tools in this suite delivers a collaborative environment that is easily accessible from any location and device. It sounds like an excellent fit for the majority of businesses working online. However, with millions of users... Read More
Ransomware vs. Malware: What’s the Difference?
Ransomware and malware are often talked about in the same context, but they have different meanings. All ransomware is malware, but not all malware is ransomware. Malware, or malicious software, refers to any type of software created by cybercriminals to gain access to systems or access data. Malware includes everything from computer viruses to keyloggers.... Read More
Cyber security insurance: what is it and does your business need it?
No matter its size, any business is vulnerable to a cyber attack. In fact, 43% of breaches occur at companies with 250 employees or less. Of those organizations, 61% go out of business within the first year after the attack. One way to protect your business in the event of a cyber attack is to... Read More
What is a supply chain cyber attack?
A supply chain cyber attack (aka vendor email compromise, or VEC) is an email cyber-attack strategy targeting companies doing business in today’s global supply chain management measured in the tens of billions of dollars a year and growing. Read More
Accused of copyright infringement? It could be a phishing scam.
When using images found online, it’s not always 100% clear what can be used, how it can be used, and if accreditation is necessary. Read More
Today’s SMB cyber security MUSTS
Cyber threats are at an all-time high, and smaller organizations continue to bear the brunt of the assault for two main reasons. The good news for SMBs: it doesn't have to be this way. Read on, and I’ll tell you precisely what you can do now to reduce your attack profile and make your business less likely to get caught. Read More