A vulnerability in business security is a weakness that enables a cybercriminal to breach the data security of a system. An exposure has three components; a system flaw, access by a cybercriminal, and the criminal’s ability to use a technique or tool to expose the loopholes. Vulnerability management is a must-have in any business security…

Phishing is a major cybersecurity threat, and one of the most effective ways to protect against it is through the use of Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). However, not all MFA methods are created equal. To truly protect against phishing attacks, you need to step up your account security with phishing-resistant MFA. Phishing-resistant MFA is resistant to…

Being an employee of a small business comes with a lot of responsibility. Not only do you have to be aware of the day-to-day operations of the company, but you also have to be mindful of security threats that could potentially disrupt business operations. One such threat is ransomware. Ransomware is a type of malware…

In today’s digital age, cybersecurity is more important than ever for businesses. With so many different options and practices available, it can be difficult to know which ones are right for you. Asking which cybersecurity option is right for your business is like asking which knife is the best for cooking. It depends on your…

“It won’t happen to me.” “My company isn’t a target.”  “I don’t want to spend money on cybersecurity when we may not even suffer a cyber-attack.” These are some of the common reasons why SMB business owners choose not to invest in cybersecurity protection. While it is tempting to bury one’s head in the sand…

Account takeover attacks are on the rise, wrecking havoc among businesses and homes across the country. According to research, 22% of adults in the US have fallen victim to these attacks in the last year. At the same time, the frequency of attacks has shot up. Account takeover fraud increased by 90% between 2020 and…

The BOYD market has seen a 1000% increase between 2014 and 2022 as more organizations embrace the cost benefits of enabling employees to use their own devices.  While BYOD certainly has its benefits, it also comes with risks – especially in terms of data security and privacy. In fact, over half of small businesses are…

For a little under two decades, October has been what’s known as Cybersecurity Awareness Month in the information security community. The month is an opportunity for organizations, regulatory bodies and government officials to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity – both in the workplace and in your employees’ personal lives.  While we all know…