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Explaining Cybersecurity Audits & Three Tips
Posted by Norma Stratton on
You need more than the latest antivirus software to ensure your company’s network is secure. A cybersecurity audit helps you create a complete picture of your security strategy. Cybercrime has grown into one of the epidemics of modern times. In 2018 alone, we saw 812.67 million instances of malware infection. Meanwhile, 2020 brought with it a 600% increase in cybercrime. And estimates state that ransomware attacks will cost companies over $6 trillion per year by 2021. If you don’t prioritize cybersecurity, you place yourself and your company at risk of attack. Now, it’s likely that you already have some strategies...
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5 Key Questions C-Suite Needs to Ask About Cybersecurity
Posted by Norma Stratton on
With the advancement of technology, cyber threats are becoming more sophisticated and intricate. Organizations of all sizes face the risk of cyberattacks, necessitating the attention and participation of executive-level managers (C-Suite or even those serving on boards of directors). To help C-level executives understand their risks and prepare for cyberattacks, here are 5 key questions that the C-Suite can use to get a better understanding of cybersecurity best practices. 1. Why should I be concerned about data security? The threat of cybercrime is very real. Any internet-based system or service is at risk. Approximately every 39 seconds, a computer or...
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Microsoft 365 Defender Can Shield Your Company From Phishing Scams
Posted by Norma Stratton on
Phishing can lose you a lot of money and expose sensitive information. Microsoft 365 Defender can dramatically mitigate this risk with several features. Phishing attacks are a severe threat to your business. These fraudulent actions can cause your team members to accidentally share financial, customer, and account information with cybercriminals. How does this happen? The issue is that the attackers seem credible since they’re impersonating trusted sources and high-level executives. As a result, your team members may not even have second thoughts about distributing sensitive personnel or corporate data. Despite the attempts to raise user awareness of this fraud, phishing...
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How To Choose Your VPN To Boost Protection Against Cyberattacks
Posted by Norma Stratton on
Public networks expose your business to security threats. Switching to a VPN can greatly help in reducing those threats. Many companies rely on public networks for communication and data sharing. It allows them to cut costs and allocate their funds elsewhere. However, it also raises several security issues. For starters, the network provider might be monitoring the activity, which gives them access to customer details, emails, and critical files. As a result, sensitive information can end up in the wrong hands, compromising the organization’s reputation. Another potential consequence is losing access to bank accounts, credit cards, and invaluable resources. These...
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