Business Cybersecurity

As more sensitive information is transferred digitally, social engineering “bad actors” see more opportunities than ever. By exploiting human nature instead of simply hacking the technology infrastructure, criminals use the weakest link in the security chain — the individual person. While traditional cybercrime, such as fund transfer fraud, is more widely known and protected against, …

How to Recognize, Combat, and Insure Against Social Engineering Read More »

Cyberattacks have become an all-too-common problem affecting businesses of all sorts worldwide. A high percentage (71% of U.S. businesses) have paid the ransom when suffering an attack, resulting in an average payment of $17,959 for companies who responded to ransomware attacks within a 12-month timeframe. Cybersecurity insurance can help protect your business from succumbing to …

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Is your organization’s cyber insurance renewal coming up soon? While ransomware attacks are becoming more prominent, businesses need to be proactive with cyber insurance. However, due to demand, insurance costs are accelerating; the Council of Insurance Agents & Brokers’ latest market survey indicates an 18% increase in cyber insurance renewal prices. As organizations get ready for their …

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The FBI reports that cybercrimes have increased by 300% since the start of the global pandemic. In fact, a study done at the University of Maryland revealed that a malicious attack happens every 39 seconds. Cyber hygiene is now more important than ever because of the rise in cybercrime and the evolving needs of organizations …

Cyber Hygiene Best Practices to Start Now Read More »

Imagine you are a security guard in charge of protecting a large building, and it gets broken into ten different times in one month. Then you discover that 33% of the time, the thieves were getting in using a key that fit one of the building’s locks. Wouldn’t you just change that lock? Well, that’s …

Three Reasons Why Security Patching Needs to Be Prioritized Read More »

Passwords are the key to opening your digital world. They allow us to log in to our favorite social media accounts, purchase the goods we need, and keep track of our banking information. Choosing the right password is crucial to maintaining privacy online. With today being World Password Day, what better time than now to …

Common Password Mistakes to Avoid Read More »

With all the discussion about the need to plan for and combat cyber threats, too many organizations leave their strategies to chance instead of taking simple proactive steps. An Accenture report released before the pandemic found that the number of attacks and related costs was rising. The report noted that new work “arrangements,” specifically an uptick in …

Why Training is the Best Tool to Protect Against Cyber Threats Read More »

Cyberattacks continue to become problematic for businesses with a recent study citing a 50% increase in weekly cyberattacks last year. It’s open season for cybercriminals thanks to the massive global shift to remote and hybrid work. No business—big or small—is safe. Businesses everywhere are at risk, so strengthening your company’s security posture is essential right …

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Security threats are everywhere and come in many forms. They are constantly in the headlines, making it easy to become desensitized to their existence, but now is the time to pay close attention. Cyberattacks are very real and can wreak havoc on every aspect of your business. Even a single incident can cripple your bottom …

4 Cybersecurity Threats to Watch Out For Read More »

The threat of cybersecurity attacks is higher than ever before. Businesses need to be vigilant against emerging threats. The U.S. government along with several other countries have issued warnings that businesses need to have protective measures in place to help prevent and mitigate cybersecurity attacks. The security landscape continues to change with new vulnerabilities and …

Seven Ways to Stay Vigilant Against Cybersecurity Attacks Read More »

Even after taking a slight dip in 2021, spending on cybersecurity worldwide still adds up to $57.7 billion a year. Securing your digital environment is a wise strategic move. Although there are many tools you can invest in, it can be harder to decide when and how much to spend than which technologies to use. …

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