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Typosquatting is much more sinister than a simple typo when messaging your friends. Typos are small mistakes made while writing on a phone or computer, such as writing “teh” instead of “the” or accidentally typing a number instead of a punctuation mark. What is Typosquatting? Typosquatting, also known as URL hijacking, sting sites, and fake […]

Be Honest: Have you ever connected personal devices to the work Wi-Fi without permission? Most of us have done so without even thinking about it. The use of unauthorized and unmanaged applications or devices is known as Shadow IT and poses a significant threat to the security and integrity of sensitive data stored on corporate […]

Have you ever considered what would happen if your outsourced IT company or your IT department couldn’t keep up with your organization’s growth and cyber security compliance needs? It could potentially put you at risk. Wouldn’t it be helpful to be informed about this kind of risk? Consider this article as your Cyber Security Compliance […]

How old is your oldest personal device? (Phone, tablet, PC or laptop, smart TV) Using outdated applications poses a significant threat to your cyber security, whether it’s been one year, five, or even ten. Act now to protect yourself! If you don’t update your phone’s software, some apps may not work or update because they […]

Ransomware attackers are becoming more sophisticated and finding ways to bypass existing defenses. Here are some effective protection strategies for your organization.

Are you a target for spear phishing? If you are a mid to senior-level manager in on organization, then chances are that you are. It is worth noting that over 70% of the recipients of the “Be Cyber Safe Newsletter” are individuals in positions of authority, such as elected officials, senior managers, directors, or middle-level managers, who are the primary targets of spear phishing attacks.