Tag: data protection

The Truth About Data Encryption

Posted on October 25, 2022

For many people, the very phrase “data encryption” tends to conjure up some pretty strong feelings. Some view it almost as though it were a ‘silver bullet’ for cybersecurity; a guarantee of safety and protection. Others view it more as a nuisance, or obstacle to avoid. So, which one is...

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These Microsoft Exchange Servers Need Your Attention

Posted on July 6, 2022

As we pass the halfway mark on 2022, known vulnerabilities continue haunting companies who’ve been slow to patch and update. So, when you're given advanced warning of future problems - such as with Microsoft Exchange Server 2013 - you need to take advantage of it and prepare. But, more on...

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Under Siege – The Importance of Cybersecurity for Small Businesses

Posted on April 25, 2022

You know how hard it is running a smaller company. Balancing growth, cash flow, employees, and more is so time consuming that it’s hard to blame small and medium business (SMB) owners for overlooking IT security. However, attacks are on the rise, and small businesses have become the new favorite...

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Wiped Out: The Crippling Effects of Wiper Malware Attacks

Posted on April 12, 2022

You’re probably familiar with several forms of cyberattacks your business faces every day. Nations-states prefer to steal data, while cybercriminals generally either opt for cryptomining or encrypting your data for a ransomware attack. Unfortunately, while this has been true for years, recent strikes reveal a new appetite for destruction: wiper...

Cybersecurity News: Here’s Why CafePress Faces a $500K Fine

Posted on March 29, 2022

Let's face it; mistakes happen. But, when those mistakes are compounded by ignorance, laziness, and deceit, the results are even worse. Following a series of cybersecurity failures, this was the harsh lesson learned by one large online retailer. After suffering a data breach, CafePress now faces a $500,000 fine, and...