Keep your guard up! Pranksters, malicious attackers, and hackers come in different forms, but they are all after your online privacy and security — especially on social media. There are several things you can do to protect your Facebook and Twitter accounts. Lock screens exist for a reason Lock all your computing devices as soon […]
Many businesses today rely on Office 365 to improve productivity and efficiency in the office. Its vast array of programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and OneDrive helps users get work done faster.
While the platform is generally safe to use, thanks to its Exchange Online Protection feature, cybercriminals are still continuously finding ways to steal data from unsuspecting users.
Cyberattacks come in many different forms, with new methods being developed all the time. What’s bad is that personal information is now often stored online, be it through social media or through government and healthcare services — and these are juicy targets for criminals. Learn more about one way these criminals steal data — through […]
It’s frustrating to receive dozens of spam messages in your email inbox. Spam mail is so easy to delete, which is why most people think it’s just a harmless annoyance. But hackers have devised a way to make use of spam mail for criminal purposes. It’s called distributed spam distraction, and here’s what you need […]
Phishing is nothing new, yet it remains one of the most effective forms of cyberattacks. According to Verizon’s 2018 Data Breach Investigations Report, 98% of social attacks are phishing or pretexting, the creation of a false story to obtain information.
If you think your email is safe from hackers, think again. A lack of sufficient email security measures can result in data theft, unauthorized access to sensitive information, and malware attacks. Here are some tips to secure your email account from unwanted intruders and the many troubles that come with them. Use separate email accounts […]
You can’t afford to lose business data. It takes away the trust of your clients, leading to loss of revenue. Cybercriminals are here to stay, so it’s more important than ever to utilize tight security measures to keep your business data safe. Still, some hackers may have advanced cracking skills, or are really determined to […]
Cybersecurity is everyone’s responsibility. But you don’t need to be an IT expert to know how to protect yourself from a cyberattack. To help you get started, here are helpful terms you need to know so you’re not left in the dark, whether you’re teaching yourself how to update your anti-malware, updating your systems, or […]
Cybersecurity is a vital component to businesses these days. You need to make sure that criminals cannot just hack into your network. When it comes to verifying users’ identity, there are two types of authentication used: two-step and two-factor. These two are so similar, many confuse one with the other. Learn the difference between the […]
Large enterprises aren't the only ones vulnerable to cyberattacks. Contrary to popular belief, small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) also fall victim to cybercrime. Verizon’s 2018 Data Breach Investigations Report found that 58% of cyberattacks target small organizations, and these are fueled by business owners’ negligence toward protecting their IT infrastructure.
