Phishing attacks have been around for a long time. They are designed to steal your credentials or trick you into installing malicious software. Unfortunately, they have persisted in the IT world because they’re both devastatingly simple and effective. Spear phishing is…
When you hear the phrase “island hopping,” you may think of cruising beautiful sandy beaches on a tour of tropical islands. Unfortunately, cybercriminals have given the term a new, less pleasant spin. Island hopping is an increasingly popular method of…
Information security is on every business’s radar these days. Data drives so much of what we do. Looking to contain the risks, many sectors have established IT compliance regulations. Whether meeting a standard or not, don’t overlook these common areas…
Hackers today have many ways to attack small businesses and business owners. Many attempt to use technology to send malware, viruses, or phishing attacks; or use information to con owners and employees into handing over more information than they should.…
The use of Telehealth has been growing rapidly over the past decade. Then, the coronavirus pandemic prompted another jump in Telehealth offerings. There are many advantages to digital healthcare, but securing this access to physicians and specialists is more challenging.…
The healthcare industry is a top target for cybercriminals. Healthcare providers hold patient’s personal and financial data. Plus, they offer a critical service; therefore, they are more likely to pay ransom to get their systems back up and running. Recognizing…
Healthcare professionals regularly handle the worst. Whether its broken bones, horrible abscesses, disease, or death, but that doesn’t mean they’re ready for all that can cripple their technology. In 2011, one of the deadliest tornadoes in U.S. history destroyed a…
Stories about hackers and virus attacks seem to be making the news almost every day, and many of these news stories include tips on how you can avoid becoming a victim. One common tip is making sure your Windows operating…
Your business relies on any number of service providers. You’re likely contracting for domain names, website hosting, data backup, software licenses, just to name a few. And that’s only your online presence! So, when a renewal notice comes in, you…
Companies that suffer security breaches nearly always have one of these IT security problems. Is your company guilty of any of them? 1. No Backups it security A shocking number of businesses are not backing up their data properly. According…