Computer viruses are an increasingly common cyber attack against businesses, and an infection can cause catastrophic levels of harm. Some possible outcomes of virus infection are data theft, file corruption, customer spam, or system crashes, all of which can put business continuity at risk. While some computer viruses are easy to spot and avoid, others […]
Most business leaders are familiar with the hardware and software elements of their business IT infrastructure. However, many overlook the importance of “wetware” when it comes to their cyber security. Wetware is an informal term used to describe the people who interact with IT, it’s coder slang for the human element of IT architecture, and […]
With evolving technologies and the fast-changing world, new cyber security challenges arise. Cyber criminals are getting smarter, and their tactics are becoming more resilient to conventional cyber defences. The shift to large-scale remote work in the wake of the pandemic fundamentally changed the way that businesses operate, and one of the most crucial aspects was adjusting cyber […]
Next-Generation antivirus takes traditional antivirus software to a whole new level of endpoint security protection. If your business is still using a traditional antivirus software, you’re vulnerable to cyberattacks. Through technology, our world becomes more sophisticated with each passing second. Countless improvements enhance production, commerce, and everything in between. However, with these advancements comes increasingly […]
A comprehensive cyber policy should cover ransomware strikes, business email compromise threats, phishing attacks, and other common cyberattacks. Cyber insurance provides critical protection against the legal and financial repercussions caused by incidents like data breaches and other cybersecurity issues such as theft, system hacking, ransomware extortion payments and more, but policy terms vary widely among […]
In today’s digital landscape, no business is safe from fraud, learn how to fight back against cyber criminals and better protect your valuable information. Today’s cyber criminals target everyone and everything, from giant global corporations to the smallest mom-and-pop shops. Keeping on top of cybersecurity risks is a constant challenge. Cyber crime is rapidly evolving, making cyber security […]
Online marketplaces are magnets for fraudsters, they use them to sell non-existent items, buy with stolen credit card numbers, and scam legitimate customers. A report by the Federal Trade Commission in 2019 found that, out of the 3.2 million marketplace complaints in that year, fraud made up 53.1% (1,697,934) of the cases. Identity theft was second with […]
Cyber crime is rapidly evolving, as is the terminology used to describe it. This blog consists of commonly used terms thatyou might find online as cyber crime continues to boom. Keeping on top of cybersecurity risks is a constant challenge. Threats including phishing, malware and ransomware are continually evolving and adapting, as cyber criminals regularly find new, innovative […]
The holidays are a busy time of year for cyber criminals trying to take advantage of you. Follow the tips & resources in this blog to protect your valuable information when online shopping and beyond. The holidays can be hectic, with many buying gifts online, making travel arrangements and wanting to give back to charitable […]