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Insights on cybersecurity, managed IT, and modern business technology.
Practical guidance from the MYDWARE team — protecting and modernising businesses across the Greater Toronto Area and Simcoe County.
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CybersecurityThe Password Mistake Hidden in Employee Onboarding
Would you give a stranger the keys to your business? An easily missed password mistake in employee onboarding could be doing just that. Learn more below.
July 8, 2026 3 min -
CybersecurityCustomer Trust Starts With Strong Cybersecurity
Criminals target establishments of all sizes, and a single breach could cost more than just money. Learn how modern businesses leverage cybersecurity measures to build customer trust.
July 6, 2026 3 min -
CybersecuritySpot Phishing Emails Targeting Your Accounting Team
Phishing emails targeting accounting departments cost SMBs thousands. Learn to spot red flags and stop payment fraud before it happens.
June 18, 2026 4 min -
CybersecurityMicrosoft Confirms Defender Issues, Recommends Updating Now
If your business runs Windows, don’t ignore the latest security update. Microsoft confirmed two serious Microsoft Defender issues that could expose your company to unnecessary risk. The newly discovered vulnerabilities involve two separate security problems that could allow cybercriminals to interfere with protected devices.
June 15, 2026 3 min -
CybersecurityGoogle API Keys Still Work After Deletion
If your security protocol includes deleting Google API keys to block access to cloud applications or third-party applications, get ready for some startling news: Those deleted credentials don’t stop working immediately, creating a significant security gap that cybercriminals could exploit.
June 13, 2026 3 min -
CybersecurityWhy Cybersecurity Matters for Small Businesses
If there’s one thing that every entrepreneur needs to know, it’s this: Cybersecurity for small businesses isn’t optional.
June 9, 2026 3 min -
CybersecurityThe Hidden Privacy Risks Behind Video Calls
Are your virtual meetings hurting your establishment's cybersecurity? Many businesses overlook the hidden privacy risks behind video calls because they're integral to daily operations. Learn more about them here before your sensitive data becomes compromised.
June 1, 2026 3 min -
CybersecuritySoftware Bugs Are Fueling Today’s Cyber Threats
As technology advances, so do the skills of cybercriminals seeking new ways to exploit sensitive data. Hackers consistently find creative ways to perform cyberattacks. Now, software vulnerabilities and legacy systems are creating a serious problem for businesses.
May 29, 2026 3 min -
CybersecurityInternal Risks Are Overtaking External Cyber Threats
Business owners expect their employees to help protect the organization's technical systems and sensitive data. Unfortunately, internal cyber threats are now the biggest risks organizations face. While external hacking accounts for about 31% of attacks, employee misuse increased from 29% to 45% between 2024 and 2025.
May 28, 2026 3 min -
CybersecurityChatGPT Adds Physical Keys for Stronger Account Security
Researchers, journalists, elected officials, and others are embracing AI platforms like ChatGPT for answers to personal questions and help with high-stakes work. ChatGPT accounts can hold a significant amount of sensitive information over time, and many professionals integrate the tool into their workflows for efficiency. Unfortunately, the information in those accounts can become a target for cybercriminals looking for ways to gain unauthorized access to sensitive information.
May 27, 2026 3 min -
CybersecurityNew Python Backdoor Exploits Tunneling for Credential Theft
Recently, cybersecurity researchers uncovered a stealthy malware framework called DEEP#DOOR that enables adversaries to quietly gain access to business systems. The malware uses hidden tunneling techniques to bypass traditional security monitoring and collect valuable login credentials from infected devices.
May 26, 2026 3 min -
CybersecurityBuilding a Cybersecurity Curriculum Informed by Real-World Attackers
Business owners worldwide have to protect their companies and clients against cybersecurity attacks, which occur every day. Unfortunately, the gap in the cybersecurity workforce totals about 4.8 million people, leaving businesses vulnerable.
May 23, 2026 3 min -
CybersecurityMeasuring Cyber Resilience the Right Way
How quickly do you think your establishment could recover from a cyber incident? Digital threats have rapidly evolved, and the risk is no longer if it will happen but when.
May 12, 2026 3 min -
CybersecurityWhen Trusted Tools Turn Against Your Business
Horror movies often have a scene when characters realize that “the call is coming from inside the house.” The realization that the threat is closer than anyone thought ups the stakes, revealing that no one was as safe as they thought.
May 8, 2026 3 min -
CybersecurityThird-Party Risk Is Your Biggest Security Blindspot
If you still think of cyberthreats as only coming from outside your organization to break through internal defenses, it’s time to reevaluate your security posture. Third-party risk has quickly become the weakest link in otherwise solid security programs, and you could face a breach originating with a trusted vendor, SaaS platform, or subcontractor.
May 7, 2026 3 min -
CybersecurityThe Real Cost of Never-Ending Credential Problems
Your business doesn’t have to be involved in a headline-making security breach to take a real financial hit. Unresolved credential issues that lead to repeated helpdesk tickets, time spent on manual access reviews, waiting for resolution of account lockouts, and diverting resources to incident response all contribute to the cost of credential problems, which steadily drain company resources.
May 6, 2026 3 min -
CybersecurityTechnology Makes Tracking Business Sales and Metrics Simple
Is tracking business sales and metrics too overwhelming on top of your other day-to-day tasks? With today's technology, you can monitor revenue and pinpoint growth opportunities in just a few clicks. Learn more about your options here.
May 1, 2026 3 min -
CybersecuritySilence Isn’t Strategy: Rethinking Modern Cybersecurity
Does your team talk openly about modern cybersecurity risks? Many businesses struggle with internal communication around this sensitive topic. Learn more about this prevalent culture of silence and why you should take steps to actively combat it.
April 29, 2026 3 min -
CybersecurityLaughing Rat Malware Hacks You and Mocks You
The rise of Laughing Rat malware reminds us that cyberthreats aren’t just about stolen data anymore. They have become more disruptive, more visible, and in some cases, deliberately annoying.
April 24, 2026 3 min -
CybersecurityOutsmarting the Rise of Phishing-as-a-Service
Cybercrime has a new business model, and it runs smoother than most legitimate startups. Phishing-as-a-Service (PhaaS) is quickly becoming one of the most dangerous tools in modern cybercrime.
April 23, 2026 3 min
