As threats from cyber criminals increase, cyber defense practices need to improve to counter them. If you know there is a threat of someone stealing your car, you lock it or park it in your garage. Maybe even put an alarm on it or use a system like LoJack in case it is stolen so […]
Physical Security is Cyber Security
Cyber security is not just about the technology tools on your computer and networks. It also involves physical security. A cyber criminal can break into your system via a hacked password or a phishing email. Still, it can be even easier to steal your laptop, tablet, or cell phone, especially if you don’t have those […]
Why You Need to Secure Your Offboarding Process: The Risks and Cyber Security Best Practices for Human Resources
What’s offboarding, and what does it have to do with cyber security best practices for human resources? When someone leaves your organization, hopefully, it is on good terms. However, sometimes it’s just better for you if they leave. Maybe the decision to depart was one-sided. Regardless of the circumstances, whether it is a bittersweet or […]
The Cost of Antiquated Technology: Lessons from Southwest’s Service Implosion
Technology is part of our lives, and it’s great when it works! Terrible when it doesn’t! In air travel, technology lets us see when a flight will arrive or take off, where the plane is, and even check-in and print our own boarding pass. It’s frustrating when a flight is canceled due to weather or […]
How prompt reporting of cyber security incidents can help prevent future attacks
“A rising tide raises all ships.” We’ve all heard that the more you give, the more you receive. That’s just as true in cyber security. Think about a city in which a burglar breaks into a house. What happens if the homeowner decides not to notify the police? First, they will likely not retrieve their […]
Phishing emails increase by 569%: How to spot and avoid them
Your organization probably gets a few phishing emails EVERY DAY! That doesn’t mean you have to be a victim. First, we should answer the question, What are phishing emails? Phishing is a form of social engineering in which cyber criminals entice a user to do something that allows them into the system or otherwise harms […]