Recently, the CEO of a very successful marketing firm had their Facebook account hacked. In just a weekend, the hackers were able to run over $250,000 worth of ads for their online gambling site via their account and removed the rightful owner as the admin, causing the firm’s entire Facebook account to be shut down.
In an ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape, experts tirelessly develop new defense systems to safeguard individuals and businesses from the relentless pursuit of hackers. But hackers have found an effective way to circumvent even the most robust network security systems: They capitalize on human vulnerabilities, tricking people into divulging sensitive information. To avoid becoming the next target, […]
In recent years, remote work has become more popular. While this working arrangement offers many benefits, it also creates numerous security risks. This blog post will provide tips on how to improve your and your employees’ cybersecurity when working remotely. Create clear remote work policies Your company should have clear policies in place that outline […]
Have you started business planning for 2024? The last few months of the year can get hectic, between trying to close out the end of the quarter strong and mapping out your plan to ramp things up in the new year. One area that small business owners often skip over when creating their new year strategy is cyber security planning.
The holiday season is in full swing, which means so are the cybercriminals! While you’re making holiday gift lists, they’re plotting and scheming new ways to take advantage of unsuspecting online shoppers. Holiday phishing scams have become an all-too-common threat, targeting customers to steal personal information, financial data and even identities.
One of the most commons questions we get from new prospective clients calling our office is “What do you guys charge for your IT services?”
While price certainly needs to be one consideration, it’s extremely important you make an informed decision and choose the right IT services company instead of using price as the main deciding factor.
“That won’t happen to me” is something many business owners say when discussing cyber-scams and the need for adequate protections for their business, but these days it’s getting to be a really, really stupid statement that you definitely don’t want your clients, employees and banker to hear.
With cyberthreats becoming more sophisticated, safeguarding your personal information on social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter is crucial. In this guide, we’ll walk you through practical strategies to fortify your privacy on these popular social media platforms. 1. Review your privacy settings The first step to strengthening your Facebook and Twitter privacy is to […]
A password is more than just an assortment of characters you’re required to enter in order to access your accounts. It is the first line of defense against potential threats and attacks. A weak password makes it easier for hackers or cybercriminals to gain access to your personal information, such as financial details or sensitive […]
Every corner of the digital landscape hides potential threats to businesses. Luckily, you can fight back with a range of cybersecurity tools and technologies. Two of these resilient tools, two-factor authentication (2FA) and two-step verification (2SV), have become essential measures for any organization looking to protect its systems and data. 2FA and 2SV are often […]