Smishing is high up on the list of words that do not sound as intimidating or threatening as they should. Smashing the word fishing together with the “SM” for short messaging service (aka text), smishing is a cyberscam. Especially with online shopping skyrocketing during the pandemic, delivery smishing has gained traction. Don’t fall victim toContinue reading “Delivering SMS “Smishing” Scams”
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7 Common Business IT Myths Debunked
MythBuster programs on television never focus on business misconceptions about IT. Too bad, because believing these myths can be both costly and dangerous to your business. This article debunks seven common business IT myths. Sometimes myths are harmless, but when it comes to business IT myths, not knowing the truth is damaging. Make smarter techContinue reading “7 Common Business IT Myths Debunked”
What You Need to Know about Security Testing
You want to keep your IT in top shape. Your business technology supports both your productivity and profitability. You don’t want to be dealing with downtime. You also want to avoid running afoul of any industry regulations or standards. But how does a business gauge IT fitness? That’s where IT audits, security assessments and penetrationContinue reading “What You Need to Know about Security Testing”
How Hackers Get Around SMS Two-Factor Authentication
Every time you’re online and a site sends a separate code to check your identity, you’re using two-factor authentication. It’s become the norm. So, of course, hackers have figured out how to get around this, too. This article shows you how they do it and how to stay safe. With billions of usernames and passwordsContinue reading “How Hackers Get Around SMS Two-Factor Authentication”
5 Security Risk Analysis Myths in the Healthcare Industry
The COVID-19 pandemic threw multiple challenges at the healthcare industry. The sector saw a steep increase in demand that led to the collapse of health infrastructures in different parts of the world. What’s more, the industry experienced an unprecedented cybercrime surge. According to a report, the most attacked sector in 2020 was healthcare,1 and expertsContinue reading “5 Security Risk Analysis Myths in the Healthcare Industry”
Managed Compliance as a Service May Be the Answer to Healthcare Compliance Challenges
The healthcare industry has been going through a difficult phase. While the COVID-19 pandemic overwhelmed health infrastructures across the globe, cyberattacks targeting the industry are skyrocketing. In 2020, healthcare was the worst affected industry by cybercrimes.1 Experts suggest that this trend will continue into 2021 and beyond. This is a reminder for organizations to regularlyContinue reading “Managed Compliance as a Service May Be the Answer to Healthcare Compliance Challenges”
Stepping Up Your Cybersecurity With Defense in Depth (DiD)
When the pandemic hit, businesses all over the globe had to shift to remote work almost overnight. Now, with the vaccine rollout in full swing, the hybrid work model is gaining popularity. This allows employees to work from home, the office or split their time between both. According to a report, close to 65% ofContinue reading “Stepping Up Your Cybersecurity With Defense in Depth (DiD)”
Defense in Depth (DiD): Think Like a Hacker
The current threat landscape is rapidly advancing, with cybercriminals constantly upgrading their toolset to break through security defenses. If you want to outsmart malicious hackers, it’s time to start thinking like them. Fend them off with various layered defense methods. This is what Defense in Depth (DiD) is all about. The National Institute of StandardsContinue reading “Defense in Depth (DiD): Think Like a Hacker”
Pushing Send? Know that Email Is Not Secure
We send an estimated 306 billion emails every day globally, personal and professional. Still, it’s not secure. Any private data, proprietary information or sensitive documents sent are at risk. Sending an email is convenient and quick, but when it comes to confidential data, you’re better off choosing another method of delivery, one that doesn’t haveContinue reading “Pushing Send? Know that Email Is Not Secure”
Avoid Having Your Emails Flagged As Spam
The Monty Python “Spam” sketch makes us laugh, but business emails filtered as spam do not. Your business wants to reach its prospects and customers. This article shares tips to help you ensure customers get your messages. Mail or internet service providers (ISPs) use algorithms, custom configurations, and/or machine learning to filter emails, and this keeps yourContinue reading “Avoid Having Your Emails Flagged As Spam”