Cybersecurity & IT Insights
Ransomware: The New Normal for Businesses
As the digital landscape evolves, so do the threats that businesses face in the form of cybercrime. The days of relying solely on preventive measures to safeguard your network and data are long gone. With the surge in ransomware attacks, business email compromise, and...
Strengthening Password Security
In today's high-frequency cyber-attack landscape, protecting your passwords is paramount for strong cyber security. Recent concerns and data breaches have brought password managers into the spotlight. LastPass, a popular password manager, faced scrutiny due to a...
The Importance of Network Documentation
Imagine this scenario: a valuable member of your IT team leaves the company, taking their knowledge of the network with them. Without proper documentation, you have a black box, unsure of how to manage and maintain the network effectively. This can lead to chaos,...
Phishing: The #1 Cyberattack
Phishing is a type of online scam where cybercriminals send fake emails, text messages, or phone calls that look like they're from legitimate sources like banks or government agencies. Their goal is to trick you into sharing personal information such as your...
Data Backup: Myths vs. Reality
Does your organization have backups? Many may quickly respond with an affirmative response, but they may subscribe to myths about backups. Someone may say, "Back up their critical infrastructure, check that box, and move on." When choosing a backup solution, method,...
3 IT Services Provider Red Flags
Selecting a managed IT services provider (MSP) is stressful, especially if you’re transitioning from a messy situation. The last thing you need in your life is more IT problems, so it’s appealing to go with the MSP that’s most confident that your transition will be...
Security Awareness Training: Users = Weakest Link in Cybersecurity
The weakest link in your information security chain is your users. Your employees, your team, and your family are the primary targets of cyberattacks. They are the ones who are most likely to click on a malicious link, open an infected attachment, or give away their...
The Growing Importance of Cybersecurity Compliance for Government Contractors
The increasing regulatory and cybersecurity compliance requirements for information technology have made it difficult for organizations to do business with government agencies. The federal government has been particularly focused on cybersecurity for nearly 20 years,...
Regulatory Compliance Could Be Affecting your Business: Are you Prepared?
Federal, state, and local regulations are constantly changing and are affecting business technology in significant ways. In the world of increased digital information, data leaks, and evolving threats to data, regulatory bodies have placed a microscope on business...