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cyber attacks
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September 8, 2020

5 Damaging Effects of Cyber Attacks

  Cyber attacks feel a lot like Covid-19. You don’t understand the impact until it hits you personally. The thing is, it shouldn’t take experiencing cyber attacks to realize it’s detriments. Organizations should have a full grasp on the consequences of a data breach, as it could prove helpful should an attack occur.    Not […]
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why Cyber Criminals are Attacking School Districts
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August 31, 2020

Why Cyber Criminals are Attacking School Districts

As we’ve discussed in previous articles, the pandemic has led to a surge in cyber criminals attacking over the past few months. Unfortunately now that school is back in session, the education system is feeling the brunt of it. This is an incredibly pressing matter, as students and faculty are subject to losing information like […]
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How Businesses Can Stay GDPR Compliant with Freelancers
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August 24, 2020

How Businesses Can Stay GDPR Compliant with Freelancers

If you’re a business working with freelancers or contractors, being GDPR compliant is critical. GDPR (or General Data Protection Regulation) is a set of rules and regulations put in place in May of 2018. The rules were created in an effort to safeguard data privacy for people living in Europe. Even though the rules are […]
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cyber security jobs
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August 9, 2020

How the Pandemic Led to a Spike in Cyber Security Jobs

The pandemic has had a dramatic impact on unemployment rates, and millions of Americans are still without jobs. Many of us have been forced to rethink our career paths, and are looking to enter into an industry where they’ll have job security should this happen again. However, one thing is clear, cyber security jobs are here […]
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Cloud Computing
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August 2, 2020

Why Cloud Computing Is Essential For Small Businesses

Cloud computing provides access to business data and applications from anywhere, at any time. It provides small businesses with mobile access to data and helps determine how competitive they want to be in their market. It’s estimated that by 2022, up to 60% of business owners will rely on the cloud for hosting.  What are […]
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IRM
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July 27, 2020

Understand Integrated Risk Management (IRM) and Why It’s Important

There’s a big shift taking place in the world of risk management and compliance — and we’re here for it!  Leaders today are implementing what is called Integrated Risk Management, or IRM. This new market of tools and services has replaced its predecessor, GRC (or Governance, Risk, and Compliance). In recent years, leaders in risk […]
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SMB cyber attacks
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July 27, 2020

Why Cyber Criminals Attack SMBs

When cyber attacks are reported on the news, you usually only hear about big enterprise companies like Walmart, Target, or Home Depot. While cyber criminals can gain a substantial amount of money from these high profile brands, many cyber criminals have shifted their focus to small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). In fact, according to Ponemon […]
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July 14, 2020

5 Cybersecurity Myths Debunked

A cybersecurity attack is a powerful crime; one that can cost your business a lot of money if you don’t pay attention. In fact, cyber attacks are starting to feel like the pandemic — until it affects you personally, it’s hard to know it’s ramifications.  There are plenty of myths around why cybersecurity isn’t worth […]
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antivirus software
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July 6, 2020

How to Choose The Right Antivirus Software

There are various factors that come into play when choosing your ideal antivirus software. Although it can be a hefty investment, it’s worth every penny when your data, digital identity and finances are at stake. Choosing the right software will depend on your individual or business needs, although there are a few key areas that […]
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Anonymous
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June 29, 2020

What is Pharming and How You Can Prevent Attacks

In today’s technological world, there are so many types of cyber attacks it’s almost impossible to keep up. But if there’s one you should keep on your radar, it’s pharming.  What is pharming?  Pharming is a cyber attack that involves malicious code and fraudulent websites. An attacker starts by installing malicious code on your computer […]
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