The Google Safe Browsing feature and Google Chrome’s other built-in protection measures allow business owners like you peace of mind about potential security threats online. ChromeOS alerts users about sketchy websites. It also sandboxes your browser to separate it from the device you and your employees are on (in case threats ensue). Still, business owners…
Connecting to the Internet at any time runs the risk of businesses becoming the victim of a cyberattack. The threat landscape is ever-changing. Despite the influx of cybersecurity systems to protect companies, criminals constantly find new ways to steal data. Protecting your business from ransomware, malware, phishing schemes, and other malicious threats is paramount. There’s…
The digital landscape has brought businesses new ways to reach people, gain visibility, and make an impact worldwide. Being online keeps your business competitive, but only if you have a handle on proper cybersecurity. Typically, cyberattacks affect smaller businesses more because of the security loopholes that hackers or malware can find in these systems. Why…
Ransomware is a significant cybersecurity threat. Attackers use malicious software to encrypt files, making them unreachable until the victim pays a ransom. Cl0p is one such malicious software. It has grown in popularity over the last few years after a threat group using the software targeted large corporations worldwide. Most recently, the threat group infiltrated…
As with any second Tuesday of the month, November 2023’s Patch Tuesday included many repairs to Microsoft security features, among other crucial vulnerabilities. We’ll discuss what these patches mean for Windows products and servers. General Summary: November Patch for Microsoft November’s Patch Tuesday addressed 63 security bugs in its software, three of which have a…
Are you prepared for the fallout of a cyber-attack? Many businesses don’t think they need to invest in cyber insurance, but doing so can save you plenty of money. Discover what you should know about insurance coverage in this guide. Every Business Leader Is Responsible for Their Own Cyber Security Having insurance coverage for your…
Business owners and their customers are intimately familiar with trying to log in to some online account before receiving a text message that contains a code. Before you can enter your account, you must submit this unique code, which is a multi-factor authentication mechanism. Intuitively, this multi-step security protocol protects sensitive data, including business data…
The popularity of the QR code has grown rapidly. These Tetris-like black and white boxes are appearing on merchandise, advertising, and even in television programs. While QR codes provide a lot of ease and efficiency for businesses to advertise their products or services, they also present risks for consumers and a new avenue for scammers. …
One type of cybercrime that’s becoming a more significant problem in today’s digital age is distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks. What makes these attacks so dangerous, and how can you stay safe? This guide uncovers what you need to know about DDoS attacks. What Is a DDoS Attack? This type of cyber-attack focuses on…
Cybersecurity researchers at Malwarebytes have recently highlighted a worrying trend where ransomware attacks are facilitated through malicious advertisements for commonly used software. By exploiting the credibility of popular applications, these cyber-threats disguise themselves as legitimate ads, tricking users into downloading harmful malware onto their devices. Understanding the Threat of Malicious Software Ads These deceptive ads…