Every business needs an MSP for cybersecurity

Businesses can no longer afford to relegate cybersecurity to the bottom of the budget, not with cyberattacks targeting any business regardless of size, strict security, and privacy regulations surrounding data. Businesses with a small or limited budget have the advantage of partnering with a managed IT services provider (MSP) for their cybersecurity needs. Why is […]

Cyberthreats and the finance sector

The financial sector has long been heavily targeted by cybercriminals. Over the years, the number of attacks that involved extortion, social engineering, and credential-stealing malware has surged rapidly. This means that financial institutions should strive to familiarize themselves with the threats and the agents behind them. Here are seven new threats and tactics, techniques, and […]

Are autocomplete passwords safe?

Advertisements and suggestions based on our internet browsing habits are sources of online tracking. However, autocomplete passwords are also another source of online tracking. This sneaky tactic comes with serious security risks. Here’s how you can stop it from targeting you. Why auto-fill passwords are so dangerous As of December 2018, there are 4.1 billion […]

Think your password is secure? Think again

A password policy designed for federal agencies must be secure, right? Surprisingly, that hasn’t been the case, according to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The NIST created many of the password best practices you probably loathe — the combination of letters, numbers, and special characters — but it now says those guidelines […]

The Complete Firewall Guide

Since you’ve started focusing on the online security of your business, you’ve probably been hearing mention of the word firewall over and over again.

Different Malware Types You Need To Know About

Imagine this: you’re watching a movie on your laptop when suddenly a pop up shows up at the corner of the screen. “WINDOWS HAS DETECTED A THREAT!” it screams. Either you go into full panic mode, not knowing what to do or you ignore it and go back to watching the movie. It’s likely a […]

The Ultimate Ransomware Guide

While the internet has changed the way we run organizations for the better, it’s hard to ignore the dark side of cyber threats. Different kinds of cyber attacks have surged in recent years. Hackers are now using sophisticated technology to wreak havoc on organizations. Ransomware is among the most prevalent types of malware today. If […]