Hackers range from allies identifying system weaknesses to foes pilfering sensitive data. No system is perfect and completely secure. Identifying exploitable loopholes is the first step in protecting your system and hackers can help. How can you leverage hacking to...
Cybersecurity
Key Elements of a Proactive Security Strategy
With such a turbulent threat landscape, organizations need to enhance their security posture. The ever-evolving nature of cyber threats demands a proactive approach rather than a reactive one. Waiting for an attack to occur before putting safeguards in place is no...
4 Ways to Keep Your Business Safe from Dark Web Criminals
Ah, the elusive dark web. Only accessible through encryption software like TOR, it's a shadowy corner known for illegal activities like drug dealing, illegal pornography, and weapons trading. A virtual crime spree like no other. But what's more concerning is that your...
Why Does Your Company Need a Strong Firewall?
As a business owner, you probably rely on cloud services to streamline your operations. And you count on these services to safeguard your company information. Fair enough. But note that a cloud provider’s commitment to keeping your data safe and available at all times...
What is Network Segmentation and Why is it Important?
As a business owner, you rely on your network to keep your operations running smoothly. From managing financial transactions to handling confidential customer information, your network is the backbone of your business. But with the ever-increasing threat of cyber...
Dark Web Scanning: What Is It and How Does It Protect A Business?
The internet is a marvel that connects the world. Businesses have boomed with the correct use of this exceptional technology, giving customers every conceivable product and the best customer service. But for all the good the internet does, it can also do bad....
What is Catfishing and How You Can Avoid Being a Victim
Roses are red, violets are blue. Don't meet a catfish on Valentine's Day, or any other day too. Annnnnnnd… in the spirit of Valentine’s Day, I thought it’d be an ideal time to talk about something happening more and...
5 New Year’s Tech Resolutions You Should Make in 2022
Consider these 5 News Year's tech resolutions so you can start your year off with a safe start! Every year millions of people around the world make resolutions – setting goals that can be either achievable or completely unrealistic. Regardless of the...
5 Tips to Make Sure You’re Shopping Safely Online
Online shopping can be very convenient, but is it safe? Check out these 5 tips to make sure you are being safe when shopping online. We hope you’ve got your holiday shopping well underway. We wish we had our holiday shopping done! But if you’ve also put off...
The 3 Different Types of Hackers Explained
Not all hackers are the same. The 3 different types of hackers are explained by the color of their 'hat' - either white, grey, or black. Most people hear the word "hacker" and immediately think "criminal!", when in reality, not all hackers are bad. That may...
Why Your Business Needs Cyber Insurance
A look into what cyber liability insurance is and why businesses need to get ahold of it. Health insurance, car insurance, and life insurance are a part of everyday life and are meant to protect us, at least financially, when unfortunate things happen in our lives....
Top 3 Lies You Are Told About Password Policies
As part of Cybersecurity Awareness month, learn the top 3 lies you are being told about password policies and tips on how to not fall into these traps. October is considered spooky season not only because of the witches and goblins running around… but because...