Defense in depth. Layered Security. These are common terms touted in Cyber and Information Systems Security. While one can deploy the most technologically advanced security feature, one cannot ignore the importance of the human element. Your users, your staff, your...
Updating your business software is one of your best protections against IT Security breaches and cyber-attacks, but actually going through and running the updates is a task that often gets overlooked. Either they take too long, they pop up at inconvenient times, or...
As cyber-attacks continue to make headlines and unlawful access to customer data rises, one might think that it must be a daunting task to minimize these risks and exposure. However, like with any threat, it is important to get the basics right. Here are some simple...
Firewalls are a well-known security essential and recently, business owners have been catching on as big fans. But did you know that a firewall alone is not enough to keep your business safe? Imagine the scenario of building a fence around your house to keep out...
The recent discoveries of new vulnerabilities on the computer chips that power most of our computers have left practitioners scrambling to come up with solutions. Unfortunately, as these vulnerabilities occur at the chip (hardware) level, these are more difficult to...
An open source report has confirmed a vulnerability in the WPA2 protocol, which is used to secure most modern WiFi networks. This vulnerability has been named “Key Reinstallation Attacks” or KRACK . Without going into the technical details as how the...
With current IT advancements, working from anywhere is now as simple as accessing the internet on your device. Owners, managers and employees are embracing the flexibility of working while traveling, making it the new global norm. While you were in the comforts of the...
Gone were the days when the impact on your business would have been minimal, when spam was merely an annoyance. Unfortunately, spam has grown into an aggressive threat, making its mark by using sophisticated attacks and rapidly evolving techniques. It is no longer...
Every employee shares one inescapable flaw that is putting your business at risk – They are human. 59% of data breaches can be traced back to something an employee did (or did not do), which invited a cyber-attack. To lock hackers out, build security awareness...
