In communities across Kentucky and beyond, small businesses and local governments are the backbone of daily life, and cyber security myths threaten them and the people they serve.. They provide the essential services, jobs, and stability that keep our towns running. But too many of them are quietly sitting on a ticking time bomb, not […]
Ransomware Favorite Prey: Small Businesses and Local Governments Under Fire
Ransomware and data-extortion attacks keep evolving, and small organizations remain prime targets. In 2024, ransomware complaints against U.S. critical infrastructure rose 9%, and total cybercrime losses across categories hit a record $16B, according to the FBI. Translation: the threat is growing, even as some attackers collect less per incident. Below are the 10 most common […]
Salesforce Hack and the Hidden Dangers of Connected Apps
In 2025, the Salesforce hack affected many organizations that use Salesforce (a popular customer relationship management platform). Even though the platform itself wasn’t broken via a direct software flaw, attackers abused the “plumbing” of how these systems connect. The result: large amounts of data stolen, vendor chains exposed, and ripple effects that can affect businesses […]
5 Low-Cost Cyber Security Tips for Organizations Under 50 People
In today’s environment, cyber threats aren’t reserved for large corporations. Smaller organizations, those with fewer than 50 people, are increasingly targeted because attackers assume they have less cyber security, and they are usually right. But “fewer people” doesn’t have to mean “few protections.” With smart choices and disciplined habits, small teams can dramatically strengthen their […]
An Urgent Alert for Local Governments: Feds Are Leaving You in the Dark
Imagine you are running a city. You provide water, electricity, roads, schools, and emergency services. You keep people safe. Now imagine someone cutting off the tools you use to protect your computers, servers, and networks from hackers. That is precisely what the federal government is doing, and it is a dangerous move. Recently, the Cybersecurity […]