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What should you do if your company experiences a cyber attack?
The ultimate goal of cybersecurity is to avoid all cyber attacks–a goal that is relatively unattainable with any level of cybersecurity. Even with the best plans in place, cyber criminals are constantly changing their tactics and finding ways to hack into businesses....
5 Key Signs You Have Been Hacked
Hacking is the unauthorized access to a computer, network, or device, which can lead to severe consequences such as data breaches, financial loss, and reputational damage, not to mention loss of a company as a whole. It is essential to recognize the signs of hacking...
How to Build a Cybersecurity Plan: The Basics
If your company has not prioritized cybersecurity in the past, starting the process can seem daunting. It is crucial to create a plan that will help your company in the face of potential attacks. What risks does your company face? What plans are currently in place?...
Should You Be Concerned About Ransomware?
The short answer to that question is yes, everyone should be wary of ransomware and take steps to prevent attacks. Cybercriminals do not discriminate; they not only target companies of any size, but they even target individuals in their attacks. Reasons to Be...
Why is Cybersecurity Required in Business Processes, and How it Helps Your Business
Cybersecurity is no longer optional. It is, in fact, a necessary element for businesses of all sizes. The threat landscape has evolved to where no company (or individual) is safe from cybercrime. By incorporating cybersecurity in the business process, companies are...
What Types of Companies Need Cybersecurity and Why
Malware, ransomware, and phishing attacks are just some of the dangers that companies must be aware of and work to prevent. If you think these threats don’t apply to you, they do. Cybercriminals don’t discriminate; they will attack any size company to get what they...
2023 Security and IT Checklist — Are You Prepared?
The cybersecurity landscape is ever-changing and challenging. The start of 2023 is an excellent time for businesses to take stock of their privacy and security policies, procedures, and defenses and evaluate their preparedness to respond to an attack. Use the security...
5 reasons why cyberattacks increase during the holidays and how to protect yourself and your business
'Tis the season… for cyberattacks! You could say the official marker for the start of the holiday season is when you hear the sweet sounds of bells and harmonious holiday music. But, regardless of when you deem it to be the official start of the festive season, be...
The Pros and Cons of Paying During a Ransomware Attack
Ransomware attacks have been on the rise in recent years, with more and more businesses and individuals falling victim to this type of attack. For example, 2020 saw a 311% increase—compared to 2019—in the amount paid by cyberattack victims to their attackers....
MSP vs. Cybersecurity MSSP: Understanding the Specialization
The difference between an IT Managed Service Provider (IT MSP) and a Cybersecurity Managed Service Provider (Cybersecurity MSP, also referred to as a Managed Security Services Provider, or MSSP) can be unclear, especially as they are often conflated. Both are IT...
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What should you do if your company experiences a cyber attack?
The ultimate goal of cybersecurity is to avoid all cyber attacks–a goal that is relatively unattainable with any level of...
5 Key Signs You Have Been Hacked
Hacking is the unauthorized access to a computer, network, or device, which can lead to severe consequences such as data...
How to Build a Cybersecurity Plan: The Basics
If your company has not prioritized cybersecurity in the past, starting the process can seem daunting. It is crucial to create a...
Should You Be Concerned About Ransomware?
The short answer to that question is yes, everyone should be wary of ransomware and take steps to prevent attacks....
Why is Cybersecurity Required in Business Processes, and How it Helps Your Business
Cybersecurity is no longer optional. It is, in fact, a necessary element for businesses of all sizes. The threat landscape has...
What Types of Companies Need Cybersecurity and Why
Malware, ransomware, and phishing attacks are just some of the dangers that companies must be aware of and work to prevent. If...
2023 Security and IT Checklist — Are You Prepared?
The cybersecurity landscape is ever-changing and challenging. The start of 2023 is an excellent time for businesses to take...
5 reasons why cyberattacks increase during the holidays and how to protect yourself and your business
'Tis the season… for cyberattacks! You could say the official marker for the start of the holiday season is when you hear the...
The Pros and Cons of Paying During a Ransomware Attack
Ransomware attacks have been on the rise in recent years, with more and more businesses and individuals falling victim to this...
MSP vs. Cybersecurity MSSP: Understanding the Specialization
The difference between an IT Managed Service Provider (IT MSP) and a Cybersecurity Managed Service Provider (Cybersecurity MSP,...
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