Tag: cybersecurity
7 Advantages of a Defense-in-Depth Cybersecurity Strategy
Cybersecurity threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated and prevalent. In 2022, ransomware attacks jumped by 93%. The introduction of ChatGPT will only increase the potential damage of cyberattacks. Protecting sensitive data and systems requires a comprehensive approach. One that goes beyond a single security solution. This...
Top 7 Cybersecurity Risks of Remote Work & How to Address Them
Remote work has become increasingly popular in recent times. It provides flexibility and convenience for employees. Additionally, telecommuting reduces office costs for employers. Many also cite productivity benefits due to fewer distractions. Research shows a 56% reduction in unproductive time when working from home vs....
6 Things You Should Do to Handle Data Privacy Updates
Once data began going digital, authorities realized a need to protect it and create data privacy rules and regulations to address cyber threats. Many organizations have one or more data privacy policies they need to meet. Those in the U.S. healthcare industry and their service...
6 Steps to Effective Vulnerability Management
Technology vulnerabilities are an unfortunate side effect of innovation. When software companies push new updates, there are often weaknesses in the code. Hackers exploit these. Software makers then address the vulnerabilities with a security patch. The cycle continues with each new software or hardware update....
A Simple Guide to Better Endpoint Protection
Endpoints make up much of a company's network and IT infrastructure. This is a collection of computers, mobile devices, servers, and smart gadgets. As well as other IoT devices that all connect to the company network. The number of endpoints a company has will vary...
Email Security 101 for Small and Medium Businesses
Email is the most critical communication tool for your business. Communicating via email is fast and easy, but also leaves a legal trail of evidence that brings accountability to any communication. Unfortunately, when it comes to cybercrime, email is also one of the most commonly...
2023 Data Privacy Trends That Could Impact Your Compliance
Data privacy has been a growing requirement ever since the internet age began. So much personal information is flying around through computer networks. Protecting it has become a mandate. Most companies must follow HIPAA, GDPR, or another industry or locality-based privacy rule. By the end...
9 Cybersecurity Tips for Online Holiday Shopping
The holiday shopping season is taking off. It's prime time for scammers. They're primed and ready to take advantage of all those online transactions. Don't forget to stay safe online during the buying frenzy that occurs this time of year. An ounce of cybersecurity prevention...
4 Cybersecurity Tips to Keep Your Business Safe and Secure
Keeping information safe and secure has been challenging for businesses of all sizes over the last few years. Expeditious shifts from in-person to online to hybrid workplaces forced companies to change, or at least reexamine, their cybersecurity practices and protocols, and far too often they...
4 Ways to Stop Insider Threats
One of the most difficult types of attacks to detect are those performed by insiders. An "insider" would be anyone that has legitimate access to your company network and data. This would be via a login or other authorized connection. Because insiders have authorized system...