Let’s talk passwords. You know—the thing you’ve been using since AOL was a thing and you thought “123456” was clever. Maybe you’ve got a spreadsheet of them. Maybe you use your pet’s name plus a random number. Maybe you’ve clicked “Forgot Password?” more times than you’ve changed your smoke detector batteries. Either way, the era
Client Data is Gold—Treat It Like It If you think your business is too small to be a target, newsflash: hackers love small businesses because you think that. You’re holding onto your clients’ personal info, financials, contracts—and if that stuff leaks, you’re not just embarrassed. You’re liable. So let’s skip the scare tactics and get
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“Compliance” sounds like something your dentist yells about when you don’t floss. But for your business, it means the difference between smooth sailing and being buried under a pile of fines, lawsuits, or worse—getting blacklisted. Now, I know what you’re thinking: “I’m just a small business. No one cares what I do.” Yeah, well, try
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Cybersecurity isn’t just about technology—it’s about strategy, vigilance, and always being one step ahead of the enemy. In today’s cybersecurity landscape, threats come at us from all directions, evolving every day. Having a strong, defense-oriented mindset is essential, especially for small businesses. Military experience instills a unique set of skills that can be directly applied
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In recent times, we’ve been inundated with complaints from customers about receiving suspicious work-related texts on their personal cell phones. These messages often ask recipients to change direct deposit information or purchase gift cards for purported company events. This rising trend is not only concerning but also indicative of a growing issue in cybersecurity. Understanding
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As a responsible business owner, you’ve taken the proactive step of investing in cyber insurance to mitigate these risks. However, simply having a cyber insurance policy in place is not enough. Ensuring that your cyber insurance pays out when you need it most requires careful planning, preparation, and understanding of your policy coverage. In this
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Last week, we worked on a computer from someone who fell for a phishing scam. She had received an email from ‘Paypal’ saying she had bought a gun, and the purchase was approved. She immediately called the 800 number listed and complained, as she did not make that purchase. They told her that she was
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