Phishing used to be easy to spot. You'd get an email from a strange address riddled with spelling errors, a clunky greeting such as "Dear Customer," and a vague request to click a link or download an attachment. That's no longer the case. Today's phishing scams are much more convincing. [...]
If you're a business owner, there's a good chance you already have someone who assists with your IT needs. It could be a tech-savvy staff member who gets things working when something breaks, or it could be an external support company you call when emails stop flowing. That's IT support. [...]
They seem helpful, don't they, those free websites that allow you to convert a Word document to a PDF or maybe turn a scanned image into a Word file? You upload a file, click a button, and, like magic, it provides you with what you need. But have you ever [...]
Picture this: your business’s front door is locked tight, alarm systems are humming, and firewalls are up, but someone sneaks in through the back door, via a trusted vendor. Sound like a nightmare? It’s happening more often than you think. Cybercriminals aren’t always hacking directly into your systems anymore. Instead, [...]
For small businesses navigating an increasingly digital world, cyber threats aren't just an abstract worry, they're a daily reality. Whether it's phishing scams, ransomware attacks, or accidental data leaks, the financial and reputational damage can be severe. That's why more companies are turning to cyber insurance to mitigate the risks.Not [...]
Have you ever wondered how vulnerable your business is to cyberattacks? According to recent reports, nearly 43% of cyberattacks target small businesses, often exploiting weak security measures. One of the most overlooked yet highly effective ways to protect your company is through Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). This extra layer of security makes [...]
Scams are becoming more sophisticated every day, and one of the latest trends is the "mystery box" scam. These scams target average homeowners and business owners alike, often through enticing emails or flashy ads on social media. Let's break down this scam and how to protect yourself. What is the [...]
You've probably heard about pirated software before, maybe from a friend or an online forum where someone mentions getting expensive software for free. And let's be honest, in a home setting, it might feel like the chances of getting into trouble are pretty slim. But there's another side to the [...]
The digital age has made our lives easier than ever, but it has also made it easier for hackers to take advantage of our online weaknesses. Hackers are getting smarter and using more creative ways to get into people's personal and business accounts. It's easy to think of weak passwords [...]
Websites store and use user data in many ways, usually to personalize content, show ads, and make the user experience better. This can include everything from basic data like the type of browser and IP address to more private data like names and credit card numbers. It's important for people [...]
