January 22nd through the 28th is Data Privacy Week. It’s okay if it snuck up on you because this is only the second one. Just like Cyber Security Awareness Month in October, the purpose of Data Privacy Week is to bring attention and awareness to the importance of protecting your data online. That is, to […]
Cyber Security is not a Product
If Cyber Security isn’t a product, then what exactly is it? It’s many things, actually.
Cyber Security is a PROCESS.
Cyber Attack! Would You Know What to Do Now?
It’s 5:00 on Friday afternoon. You’re ready for a well-deserved weekend of relaxation and sleep. But as you log off your computer, it happens. Your network is hit with a cyber attack!
Securing Your New Technology Toys
Here’s hoping you’re having a fantastic season! Eat great food, spend quality time with family and friends, and receive the latest technology gifts. The little child in all of us loves that feeling of getting new toys and playing with them as soon as we can get them out of the box. But try to […]
What do you mean anti-virus and firewall aren’t enough cyber security?
We often hear folks say, “already have cyber security” because they have anti-virus and firewall. They feel that is enough to protect them from cyber attacks. However, this is a false sense of security. Here’s why. Anti-Virus and Firewall Don’t Stop Phishing First, phishing attacks account for the majority of cyber attacks. A successful phishing […]
Happy Veteran’s Day, and THANK YOU!
I spoke with a federal employee on Thursday who mentioned that he would be off work today for Veteran’s Day. I remember those good old days of working for the Navy when we were off for Veteran’s Day, Columbus Day, and all the other holidays when most people were off work or school.