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Cautionary Tale: How 'Free' COVID Vaccines Can Lead to Viral IT Network Infections With the pandemic still raging in most parts of the world, cybercriminals have come up with yet another novel technique to lure unsuspecting victims and steal their data--the free Covid-19Vaccine scam. This is how it typically works....

Phishing attacks are a prevalent threat in today's digital landscape, with cybercriminals continually developing sophisticated techniques to deceive individuals and organizations. These attacks can lead to significant financial losses, data breaches, and damage to your organization’s reputation. As phishing tactics evolve and become more convincing, it’s essential to stay ahead...

As remote work becomes an integral part of modern business operations, ensuring robust cyber security has never been more critical. The transition from traditional office environments to remote work setups brings about unique challenges and risks that can compromise network security and data integrity. In this article, we delve into...

Exploring the Comprehensive Coverage of Cyber InsurancePandemic or no pandemic--cyber insurance is a must-have. And, not just that, some of your clients may insist that you have cyber insurance coverage before they trust you with their data--especially if you are operating in the B2B market. Cyber insurance can break the...

While technology has brought about convenience and innovation, however, it has also introduced new vulnerabilities. Cyber threats, such as data breaches, ransomware attacks, and phishing scams, are persistent dangers that pose significant risks to businesses and individuals alike. The financial repercussions of these threats can be devastating, making it essential...

In recent years, remote work has transitioned from a niche practice to a mainstream work model, fueled by technological advancements and evolving workplace expectations. The shift has been driven by the growing need for flexibility and the quest for a better work-life balance, which remote work adeptly provides. However, this...

The challenges in establishing data security best practices in a WFH environment The COVID-19 pandemic changed the landscape of the corporate world drastically by making WFH, mainstream.. What does that mean for your business data? How does it change your business’s cyber risk profile? Download our whitepaper, The WFH environment...

As remote work transitions from an occasional arrangement to the standard mode of operation for many organizations, it introduces a host of new security challenges that require immediate and comprehensive attention. The shift to remote work, while offering significant flexibility and convenience, also necessitates a reevaluation of traditional security measures....

Keylogging, also known as keystroke logging, is a form of cyberattack that stealthily records every keystroke a user makes on their device. This can lead to the exposure of highly sensitive information, including usernames, passwords, bank account details, and other confidential data, which are then relayed to attackers. Given the...

Social media has evolved into a powerful tool for businesses to connect with their audience, drive brand loyalty, and engage customers through targeted messaging and promotions. However, as companies increase their reliance on these platforms, the cybersecurity risks associated with social media also escalate. Cybercriminals have recognized social media as...

Addressing Internal Cybersecurity Threats in Your Business: Why It's Crucial When we think of cybersecurity threats, many of us imagine skilled hackers or malicious cybercriminals attacking from the outside. However, a significant and often overlooked threat to business security can come from within the organization itself. Employees—whether intentionally malicious or...

         Top 5 Reasons Why Investing in a Password Management System is Crucial NowPassword management tools are software programs that put up enough security and safety mechanisms in place to ensure there’s no password breach.Your employees can use the program to generate random, high-security passwords as per the industry best practices....

Protect Your Data from Hurricane Disasters: Don't Get Caught Unprepared! “Life is not about sheltering yourselves from the rain, it is about learning to dance in the storm”, goes a popular saying. But, if you are a small business, you first need to shelter your assets from the rain, before...

Do you have staff working from home? Of late, due to the Coronavirus crisis, a lot of businesses shifted to the remote working environment. While it raises some data security concerns, they can be overcome by following a few best practices.Formulate rulesYou can start by formulating rules that define the...

You have probably already come across the term multi-factor authentication. The concept is not new, but has caught on really quick of late. In this post, we will discuss what multi-factor authentication is and why you should be adopting it. What is multi-factor authentication? Multi-factor authentication is basically the use...

An effective business continuity plan is crucial for any business to survive unexpected emergencies. Here's what a comprehensive plan should cover:

Boosting SMB Security & Support: The Unseen Perks of Co-Managed IT Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) can greatly benefit from the co-managed IT model, where a Managed Service Provider (MSP) works alongside the in-house IT team. This approach offers numerous advantages, often overlooked, which are particularly valuable for SMBs. Here...

Co-managed IT services model is one in which the business has its own IT team, but still contracts with an external managed services provider for certain services. In this blog we discuss four benefits of a co-managed IT services model. Expertise Your in-house IT team may not have all the...

Work From Home, also commonly known as telecommuting, is a fairly general term that encompasses a range of workplace policies. Most generally, it refers to a policy permitting an employee to work from home (or any other approved remote location-the range of acceptable locations will differ depending on the organization’s...

Today’s blog is a look at three different issues that don’t get much coverage in discussions of the implementation of a WFH policy. Much of the conversation tends to focus on productivity and oversight issues. Here are three you should consider. WiFi Once your employees move off-site and WFH, or...

As a business, there is no doubt today that you need to make your presence felt on major social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn. But social media also exposes you to cybercriminals. In this post we talk about the steps you can take to ensure your...

If you’ve been in the workforce for a while, you remember what life in the office was like a few decades ago. The uniformity of the structure was pretty much the same, no matter what office you worked in. It was 9-5, or some such standardized schedule for everyone. You...

A lot of SMBs opt for managed service providers who can help handle their IT requirements, and for the most part, it works well. Almost everyone knows the benefits of having a MSP manage your IT. Increased cost savings, ability to focus on your business without worrying about IT, better...

How will you support the extended IT infrastructure needed as you roll out WFH activities? Traditionally, your IT infrastructure would be supported by in-house IT staff, a managed service provider, or some combination of both, but a lot can fall through the cracks when shifting virtual. As an example, PBX...

If you have been in the workplace for a few decades, you may remember that the idea of telecommuting began to appear in the late 90s as Internet access from home began to become more common. Telecommuting was often poorly received, as it carried the onus of being a “trick”...

You are probably caught up in overseeing a Work-From-Home policy that you may have never intended to initiate. It can be concerning, and there are many policy issues that an employer has to consider when they begin to implement WFH.  That said, it is worth stepping back and looking at...

Why Every Business Needs a Continuity Plan: 3 Key Reasons A business continuity plan is the blueprint you need during an emergency to keep your business running smoothly. If you don’t already have one, here are 3 key reasons why you should focus on creating one ASAP. Continue reading

The Coronavirus crisis has changed the world as we know it. With social distancing, lockdowns, and work from home becoming the new normal, cybercriminals are exploiting the situation to their gains. This blog discusses how the cybercrime landscape is likely to shape up in the current and post-pandemic world, and...

What is VoIP? Voice over Internet Protocol takes us away from the traditional office PBX, the on-location physical equipment that provides voice telephony using physical wires or fiber to transmit analog signals. PBX technology allows for some audio conferencing (though it can be a bit clumsy to set up) as...

In the last several years, the concept of Work From Home policies (WFH) has become increasingly more popular. Though some still remain skeptical, it has been gaining in popularity and become more widely accepted among management circles. That said, the pandemic event in 2020 essentially set the debate entirely aside...