Cybersecurity

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Watch Out: Hackers Are Logging In – Not Breaking In

August 04, 2025

Cybercriminals are evolving their tactics to target small businesses more effectively. Instead of forcing entry, they're quietly gaining access using what matters most—your login credentials. This method,...

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The Compliance Blind Spot: What You’re Missing Could Cost You Thousands

July 14, 2025

Many small business owners mistakenly believe that regulatory compliance concerns only large corporations. In 2025, this assumption is dangerously outdated. With regulations tightening across industries, small...

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Your Vacation Auto-Reply Might Be A Hacker’s Favorite E-mail

June 16, 2025

You set it. You forget it. And just like that, while you're packing for vacation, your inbox starts automatically broadcasting: "Hi there! I'm out of the office until [date]. For urgent matters, please contact...

Shadow IT: How Employees Using Unauthorized Apps Could Be Putting Your Business At Risk

May 26, 2025

Your employees could pose the greatest cybersecurity threat to your business, not only due to their tendency to click on phishing emails or reuse passwords, but also because they are using applications that your IT...

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Simple Formula for Stronger Passwords

Creating a strong password doesn't have to be confusing or time-consuming. In fact, there's a simple format that makes it easy to build passwords that are secure, memorable, and effective. Read (or watch) below to...

Is Your Printer The Biggest Security Threat In Your Office?

May 19, 2025

If I asked you to identify the most significant cybersecurity threats in your office, you would likely mention phishing emails, malware, or weak passwords. However, what if I told you that your office printer, the...

The Biggest Mistakes I See Business Owners Making In IT And Cybersecurity

May 05, 2025

A client recently asked me about the common mistakes business owners make regarding IT and cybersecurity. Where to start… After years of experience with businesses of various sizes, the most frequent mistake...

Hackers Might Not Ransom You Anymore – They’ll Just Extort You Instead!

April 21, 2025

Think ransomware is your worst nightmare? Think again. Hackers have discovered a new method to hold your business hostage, and it may be even more ruthless than encryption. This tactic, known as data extortion, is...

A Rising Threat Every Business Owner Needs To Take Seriously

March 24, 2025

Business e-mail compromise (BEC) is rapidly emerging as one of the most significant cyber threats facing businesses today. Although these scams have been a challenge for organizations for years, the rise of advanced...