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Posted on Friday December 18, 2020 | apple, antivirus, phishing, backups, mac ransomware, patcher, keranger cybersecurity
New strains of ransomware usually impact many Windows users, while only a small percentage of Mac users get affected. However, there are ransomware strains that specifically target Apple's computers. Defending against these threats is crucial if your business mostly uses Macs. Here's what you need to know about Mac ransomware.
Posted on Tuesday November 17, 2020 | managed services, malware, msp, it security, data breach, phishing, smb, cybersecurity
Today's companies need technology to function. Without it, businesses cannot compete and succeed. But with technology comes the ever-constant threat of hackers and cybercriminals. That's why small- and mid-sized businesses need to protect themselves with robust cybersecurity solutions managed by IT professionals.
Posted on Wednesday October 21, 2020 | healthcare it, privacy, data breach, phishing, cybersecurity, phi, protected health information, access policies, full disk encryption
Protected health information (PHI) includes different types of data, including a patient's Social Security number, billing information, and health condition. Because of the wealth of confidential information it encompasses, PHI is highly valuable to hackers, who can use stolen PHI to carry out fraudulent activities. This puts healthcare organizations and other businesses that handle PHI at high risk of a data breach. If your organization operates in the healthcare industry, follow these best practices to keep PHI secure.
Posted on Thursday October 15, 2020 | microsoft, phishing, advanced threat protection, microsoft 365, anti impersonation, anti spoofing, safe links
Phishing remains one of the top cyberthreats to businesses today. Because of this, Microsoft invests a lot of time into securing its email service.
Posted on Monday September 14, 2020 | security, password, email security, phishing, email account
Email is one of the best things the internet has given us. We use it to sign up for websites, apply for jobs, make payments, get in touch with friends and family, and many more. However, your email is also one of the platforms hackers can exploit to steal information or launch malware attacks. Here are crucial steps to take to safeguard your email account.
Posted on Friday April 10, 2020 | password, data backup, vpn, antivirus, phishing, firewall, cybersecurity, multifactor authentication, remote work, online scam, wi fi router
Encouraging staff to work from home is extremely vital in the midst of the COVID-19 outbreak. By minimizing social interactions and contact risks, you can reduce the spread of the virus. But be warned. Transitioning from a fully managed business environment to a home office can leave you vulnerable to cyberattacks and online scams. Here's what you and your staff must do to mitigate the cybersecurity risks.