Nowadays, it’s more prudent to assume that your business will face a cyberattack in the near future, rather than be complacent and hope for the best. One of the best ways to ensure that your organization has the capability to weather or resist a cyberattack is by conducting a security audit. Auditing and the security […]
Why should your business outsource cybersecurity?
Recent months have seen an increase in the number of businesses that are outsourcing their cybersecurity services and processes. Many business leaders believe outsourcing to be a viable solution to the spike in cyberattacks that began with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in early 2020.
However, there are still those who are on the fence about leaving their company’s cybersecurity infrastructure in the hands of a managed IT services provider (MSP). Some worry that the costs would leave their business, already reeling from the economic effects of the pandemic, in an even worse financial position.
Make site visitors feel secure with these tips
Don’t give your customers any reason to feel insecure when dealing with your business. When they visit and use your website, you must engender feelings of trust and security instead of alarm and distrust. Don’t worry — you can easily do this with these three tips. Tip 1: Use HTTPS Short for Hypertext Transfer Protocol […]
Why you should never pay ransomware demands (and what to do instead)
It’s a situation no one wants to be in, but the growing prevalence of ransomware attacks increases the chances that your organization will be hit by one in the future. In fact, Cybersecurity Ventures predicts that, by 2021, there will be one ransomware attack on businesses every 11 seconds, driving up annual global ransomware damage costs to CAD25.397 billion (USD20 billion).
These numbers are enough to scare any victim into paying the ransom, no matter how exorbitant the amount may be.
Signs you have weak enterprise security
As cyberthreats become more sophisticated, many businesses need to prioritize cybersecurity more than ever. But are you sure that your security measures are keeping your enterprise IT assets safe? Here are five signs that they may not be effective. Open wireless networks With just one main internet line and a couple of wireless routers, an […]
5 Top cybersecurity predictions in 2021
If you were to describe 2020 in one word, what would it be? Bad? Dreadful? Disastrous? No matter how you choose to describe it, we all know that 2020 wasn’t a good year for many people. Not only were we hit by a pandemic that forced everyone to stay home, but cybercriminals also exploited the situation by launching cyberattacks that instilled fear and panic in their victims.
Don’t be a victim of juice jacking
Smartphones have become an indispensable tool for most of us. We use them for a wide range of activities, from gaming to checking social media to accessing work apps. Because of heavy use, our smartphones may sometimes run out of battery. When that happens and you’re out in public with no access to your charger, […]
Two excellent ways to verify user identity
A secure login process is an excellent way to protect your business from cybercriminals. When it comes to verifying user identity, you can choose between two-step authentication and two-factor authentication. Learn the difference between the two so you can have a better appreciation of your cybersecurity options. If you want to improve your business’s cybersecurity, […]
Why managed IT services is best for cybersecurity
Today’s companies need technology to function. Without it, businesses cannot compete and succeed. But with technology comes the ever-constant threat of hackers and cybercriminals. That’s why small- and mid-sized businesses need to protect themselves with robust cybersecurity solutions managed by IT professionals. The numbers According to the Ponemon Institute’s 2019 State of Cybersecurity in Small […]
Why you should consider going passwordless
Passwords have been the main method for logging in to devices, apps, and online accounts for decades, yet by no means are they the most secure. In fact, the majority of the data breaches that have occurred in the last few years were caused by stolen or compromised passwords.