Security

As Business Risks Change, So Too Must Our Cybersecurity

As Business Risks Change, So Too Must Our Cybersecurity

  • By Rafiq Masri
  • August 10, 2022
  • Security

As the technology we use in business and in life has advanced, the threats that target it have done the same and then some. Let’s take a few minutes to discuss these threats and what you need to do to protect yourself. (more…)

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Employee Burnout Can Seriously Affect Your Business’ Cybersecurity

Employee Burnout Can Seriously Affect Your Business’ Cybersecurity

  • By Rafiq Masri
  • August 8, 2022
  • Security

Burnout is a very real thing, and it can lead to your employees becoming disengaged in their work in more ways than one. Their performance can suffer, but so too can their adherence to your workplace policies—policies like cybersecurity. Let’s take a look at the idea of cybersecurity burnout at all levels, whether it’s for your average employee or your...

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Greedy New Android Malware Can Empty Your Wallet

Greedy New Android Malware Can Empty Your Wallet

  • By Rafiq Masri
  • August 5, 2022
  • Security

A new type of Android malware called “toll fraud malware” has been discovered, leading many individuals to question why they are being signed up for services that they do not want. In other words, there is malware out there that is spending users’ money without their permission. How rude! (more…)

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Technology Can Help You Gain Control Over Your Business’ Security

Technology Can Help You Gain Control Over Your Business’ Security

  • By Rafiq Masri
  • August 3, 2022
  • Security

We write a lot of blogs about how you can protect your network and data infrastructure from cybersecurity threats, but it’s equally important that you take time to assess and address issues related to your physical security infrastructure. Today’s blog will be dedicated to what goes into a successful physical security strategy and how you can ensure that you’re protecting...

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Maintaining Continuity is Key to Getting Through Tough Spots

Maintaining Continuity is Key to Getting Through Tough Spots

  • By Rafiq Masri
  • August 1, 2022
  • Security

When you get right down to it, your business is probably vulnerable to cyberattacks, no matter how prepared you are. There are countless ways you can improve your operations, but if you don’t take steps now to safeguard your company’s infrastructure, you could risk facing an even greater threat to your business’ future: a cybersecurity breach. There are simple steps...

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The Risks of Unsecured IoT Devices were Made Clear by the RSOCKS Botnet

The Risks of Unsecured IoT Devices were Made Clear by the RSOCKS Botnet

If you have never heard of a botnet, they are scary entities indeed. Imagine countless connected devices from all over the world, all joined together by malicious actors who want to use these infected devices to launch massive attacks against businesses, organizations, and governments. One such attack was launched by a Russian botnet consisting of millions of Internet of Things...

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The Threat Landscape and What You Can Do to Navigate It

The Threat Landscape and What You Can Do to Navigate It

Cybercrime is up, way up. This is problematic for businesses in general, but can be a really serious issue for those companies that don’t have security measures in place that can thwart potential attacks. Today, we’ll talk briefly about how big of a problem cybercrime is and some steps your business can take to keep from becoming a statistic.  (more…)

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There Are A Lot More Scams Than You May Realize

There Are A Lot More Scams Than You May Realize

How many scams and spam messages do you receive on a daily basis? We bet it’s more than you think. Scams affect countless individuals and can cost a pretty penny if they are not handled appropriately. Let’s go over why some individuals might be more likely to fall for scams than others, as well as what you can do to...

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What Data is Stolen During a Ransomware Attack?

What Data is Stolen During a Ransomware Attack?

You can’t check the news without seeing the word “ransomware” plastered across the screen. It’s a major threat for businesses in just about any industry and of any size. In order to keep your business safe both now and into the future, you’ll have to implement adequate security measures that can put a stop to these types of threats. Of...

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Largest DDoS Attack Ever Thwarted by Cloudflare

Largest DDoS Attack Ever Thwarted by Cloudflare

Continuing their record of the past few months, Cloudflare has stopped yet another DDoS attack—this time, one of record-breaking severity. According to the company, this attack—specifically, an HTTPS DDoS attack—was the largest one ever recorded. Let’s explore what this kind of attack is in the context of what happened, and what you can do to help keep your business safe....

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