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Dec 01

Common Risk Assessment Myths That Every Business Owner Needs to Know

Despite believing they were immune, a small law firm in Maryland fell victim to a ransomware attack. Similarly, an accounting firm in the Midwest lost all access to its client information, financial records and tax files. They assumed that antivirus software was all the security they needed to thwart a cyberattack. In both incidents, the […]

Jul 03

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From Tech Headaches to Seamless Operations: The Impact of a Strategic IT Service Provider

Technology plays a critical role in driving business success in today’s fast-paced digital landscape. However, managing IT infrastructure and systems can be a significant challenge for many organizations. This is where an IT service provider comes in. But remember that not all IT service providers are created equal. While a good IT service provider might […]

Apr 03

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Don’t Make These Incident Response Planning Mistakes

Worried about cyberattacks hitting your business? You’re not alone. Cyberattacks pose a real danger to businesses like yours and without a solid incident response plan, your business won’t be able to recover quickly, resulting in extensive losses. The good news, however, is that an incident response plan can help. Through this blog, we’ll show you […]

May 17

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Don’t Trust These Zero Trust Security Myths

In today’s threat landscape, businesses are constantly at risk of being targeted by a cyberattack. Adopting a zero trust security model could be a wise decision from a cybersecurity point of view.

May 05

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3 Steps to Zero Trust Cybersecurity for Small Businesses

Cyberattacks have become rampant and have also grown in sophistication. A simple lapse in your network security could lead to a chain of events that could prove catastrophic for your business. You can avoid this by implementing a robust cybersecurity framework such as zero trust.

Apr 05

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The Best Defense Against Ransomware

Ransomware is a type of malicious software that encrypts files on a device or network, making them unusable until the victim pays the attacker a ransom. What started as a simple virus spread through floppy discs in the late 1980s has now evolved into a billion-dollar cybercrime industry. Even with new security measures in place, […]

Feb 01

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Recommended Best Practices to Reduce Cyber Supply Chain Risks

What exactly is a supply chain attack and how does it impact your organization? A supply chain attack is a type of cyberattack that targets an organization’s external suppliers and vendors. This can have significant consequences for the organization, such as financial losses, damage to reputation and costly recovery efforts. The process of identifying and […]

Sep 28

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3 Times Businesses Were Denied Cyber Insurance Payouts

Cyber insurance is a type of insurance that protects businesses from financial losses that can result from a cyberattack. While it’s an essential tool for businesses of all sizes, there are some facts you should be aware of before purchasing a policy. Just because you have cyber insurance, it doesn’t mean you are guaranteed a […]

Sep 21

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3 Types of Cyber Insurance You Need to Know About

As the world becomes more digitized and cybercrime increases, the need for cyber insurance is something businesses should not overlook. If your company handles, transmits or stores sensitive data, you need to know about cyber insurance. Cyber insurance is intended to protect businesses from the monetary losses arising from a cyber incident that could jeopardize […]

Sep 14

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How an IT Service Provider Can Help With Cyber Insurance

When looking for cyber insurance for your small business, you may find it hard to navigate technology and insurance jargon. There are even different types of cyber coverage and you might not be sure what you need because you’re not a cybersecurity expert. Plus, once you do have coverage, there’s always the risk of not […]