It’s the season for Holiday Cyber Criminals. In 2022, online shoppers spent a record $211.7 billion, and cyber criminals got busy trying to get their unfair share. In this time of giving, sharing, and celebration, holiday cyber criminals use various tactics to exploit people’s good nature. Here are eight tips to protect yourself this year! Practice caution […]
Behind the Scenes of a Ransomware Attack, Response and Prevention
If you subscribe to “Be Cyber Safe,” you’ve probably read a lot about the dangers of ransomware. Hopefully, you’ve learned a few things about recognizing and handling ransomware attacks. Just how bad can these attacks get? Let’s take a look! Walk Through an Average Ransomware Attack Cyber criminals use various methods to target their victims. […]
The Ultimate Guide to Understanding TypoSquatting Cyber-Threats
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 […]
Is Shadow IT lurking in your Shadows? Here’s how to bring it into the light!
Be Honest: Have you ever connected personal devices to the work Wi-Fi without permission? Most of us have without even thinking about it. The use of unauthorized and unmanaged applications or devices is known as Shadow IT, and it presents a significant threat to the security and integrity of sensitive data stored on corporate networks. […]
Wake-up Call: Cyber Security Compliance Doesn’t Belong with the IT Department
Have you ever considered what would happen if your outsourced IT company or your IT department couldn’t keep up with the growth of your organization and your cyber security 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 wake-up […]
The Cyber Security Dangers of Outdated Technology
How old is your oldest personal device? (Phone, tablet, PC or laptop, smart TV) Continuing to use outdated applications poses a significant threat to your cyber security, whether it’s been one year, five, or even ten.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 […]