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5 Ways to Defend Against Ransomware

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5 Ways to Defend Against Ransomware

  While some may have once considered ransomware to be more of an inconvenience than a major threat, that is certainly no longer the case. It has now developed into a multi billion-dollar industry that can have a devastating impact upon its targets.  As instances of ransomware attacks increase, there are some things that you should be doing right now to help defend yourself.   Be Prepared  You need to have a plan if you are targeted, as it may simply be a matter of time before it happens. Ask yourself what you would do in the event of an...

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The Kaseya Attack: Things to Know

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The Kaseya Attack: Things to Know

  One of the biggest ransomware attacks in recent years has been committed by the REvil group, who managed to exploit a vulnerability in Kaseya’s VSA remote monitoring and management tool. The attack compromised nearly dozens of MSPs, demanding ransom from nearly 1,500 end-user customers after encrypting their data. Even those who were not compromised in the attack were affected; more than 36,000 MSPs were left without access to the on-premises version of VSA as Kaseya worked on a patch as a precaution. Here are some things to know about the Kaseya attack: What is Kaseya? Headquartered in Dublin, Ireland,...

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7 Steps to Starting a Small Business Online

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7 Steps to Starting a Small Business Online

When we wish to succeed at something, there are a couple of different ways to go about it. One way is through trial and error, learning as we go. Experience, they say, is a great teacher. Another approach still relies on experience, only it is the experience of others. By following the successful methods perfected by others, we greatly improve our own chance of success. If you are planning to start an online business, here are the seven steps followed by thousands of people who have succeeded before you. Find a Need to Fill To be successful, you need a...

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What is a Data Breach and How Do You Protect Yourself

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What is a Data Breach and How Do You Protect Yourself?

You have no doubt heard about data breaches happening over the past few years, but you may be unsure of what a data breach entails. In essence, a security breach is when private information is accessed by someone without permission to do so. With companies collecting and storing personal information about their customers, this can prove harmful to all parties involved; companies lose face and the trust of their customers, while individuals have their personal information exposed. Companies suffering a data breach have far more to worry about than just a loss of customer confidence—the average cost incurred by companies...

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Safe Harbour Provides IT Programs for Businesses that Reduce Risk

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Cybersecurity Programs for Businesses to Keep Data Assets Safe & Secure

Safe Harbour Provides IT Programs for Businesses that Reduce Risk and Keep Data Assets Safe and Secure     The company ensures that businesses do not have to worry about cybercriminals attacking their businesses.          With the many responsibilities business owners face every day, leaving their networks open for cybercriminals to attack and exploit should not be an option. Some try to build network security by themselves, but navigating confusing IT solutions to prevent cyber threats hinders them from investing more time and effort into growing their business. Safe Harbour is a team of digital transformation specialists...

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