Spring is the perfect time to refresh your business technology and lay the groundwork for a successful year. Just as you might review finances, budgets, and operations in the first quarter, your IT environment also benefits from a careful overhaul informed by detailed assessments This is because small issues like outdated software, unused accounts, aging […]
Spring cleaning for your IT environment: What to review
The real cost of a data breach: Why prevention is cheaper than recovery
As a small to medium-sized business (SMB) manager, you face an unfortunate cybersecurity dilemma. Spend your limited resources on cybersecurity, or risk a data breach that your business can’t bounce back from. Many businesses choose to skimp on network and data protection when faced with this problem, and cybercriminals increasingly focus on attacking these easy […]
Is your IT strategy keeping up with today’s technology?
Technology evolves quickly, and if your business doesn’t keep up, you’ll be playing an expensive game of catch-up if you want to compete. Outdated systems, security vulnerabilities, inefficient workflows, and unexpected downtime are just some of the many consequences of poor technology planning.
Not all hackers are criminals: A look at the three major hacker types
While the term “hacker” often dominates cybersecurity conversations, it’s crucial to recognize that not all hackers share the same motivations. Some exploit vulnerabilities, others help organizations fix them, and some fall somewhere in between.
The hidden weaknesses of multifactor authentication
Multifactor authentication (MFA) works by requiring users to provide more than one form of identification when logging into a system or account. This extra layer of security is meant to prevent unauthorized access and protect sensitive information. However, while MFA may seem like a foolproof solution, it actually has its own set of vulnerabilities that […]
2026 Cybersecurity trends and predictions
Cybersecurity experts Rob Wright (Dark Reading), David Jones (Cybersecurity Dive), and Alissa Irei (TechTarget Search Security) recently came together to discuss the future of online security. Let’s take a look at their insights on major trends and new risks to help businesses better navigate the challenges on the horizon.
Tips for creating more secure business passwords
Strong passwords are one of the easiest and most effective ways to protect online accounts. Still, many businesses use weak or reuse credentials. Learning how to create stronger passwords can significantly lower your business’s risk without adding unnecessary complexity to your security practices.
Beyond hackers: Why your most trusted employee might be your biggest risk
We give our IT teams the keys to the kingdom to keep operations running. Yet, that access creates a massive blind spot. Recent trends show disgruntled tech workers bypassing the very security measures they helped build. Trust is necessary for business, but blind faith in your technical staff leaves your company wide open to attack.
Rolling out zero trust security the right way
With cyberthreats escalating and major breaches costing billions, many organizations are embracing the zero trust approach, a holistic methodology that assumes compromise and requires constant verification across all devices and applications. This guide lists the practical, actionable steps security leaders must take to move beyond initial pilots and effectively implement a comprehensive zero trust architecture […]
