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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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CybersecurityTrust in Passwords Persists Despite AI Security Threats
How many passwords do you have? Or better yet, how many services or accounts do you have that require you to set a username and password for security?
December 3, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityThis Insurance Is A MUST-HAVE For SMB Owners In 2025
Cyber threats are no longer an issue only for large corporations. Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in the GTA and Simcoe County are increasingly becoming targets for cybercriminals due to their perceived weaker defenses. The financial fallout of a cyber-attack can be devastating, often leaving businesses struggling to recover. That’s where cyber insurance comes in. It acts as a financial safety net, helping businesses rebound quickly and stay operational in the face of cyber incidents.
December 3, 2024 4 min -
CybersecurityRecognizing the Importance of Machines and Workloads
Effective enterprise security requires implementing a multilayered strategy; authentication and authorization are two critical elements of this approach. Any time anyone within the organization accesses the network, an application, or a service, they must provide the proper credentials to show that they have authorization to do so, such as a username, password, token, or similar.
November 23, 2024 3 min -
Managed ITSafeguard Your Valuable Data with Regular Backups
If a disaster were to strike your business today—like a cyber attack or a major storm—how long would it take for you to get back up and running? If you don’t invest in regular data backups, recovery will likely take much longer than you think.
November 22, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityCloud Architecture Exposed by Cybersecurity Skills Shortage
Is your establishment truly safe from cyber threats? Many businesses are discovering their cloud architecture security measures aren’t as robust as they thought.
November 21, 2024 3 min -
CloudCloud Computing: Revolutionizing Business Operations
Whether starting a business or growing your long-standing one, it’s difficult to tell how much data storage and hardware systems you need to keep everything functioning optimally. While paying for too much can reduce your profit margin, not having enough can halt company operations. Luckily, cloud computing has changed how we store data, proving more flexible and efficient.
November 20, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityBeware: Fake Google Meet Invites Hide Malware
Suppose we didn’t have enough reasons to dread meetings. In that case, a recent rise in virtual scams using fake Google Meet invitations might be the final nail in the coffin. In this new type of phishing, hackers send out spoofed invitations to meetings and then trick recipients into downloading malware.
November 13, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityQR Codes Exploited to Bypass MFA Protections
Quick response, or QR codes, are ubiquitous. Businesses use them for everything from contactless access to restaurant menus and user manuals to providing payment and shopping links, making it easy for customers to access digital resources on their mobile devices. However, these codes have also created a growing security threat to businesses, as cybercriminals can use them to bypass multifactor authentication protocols and steal login credentials. Hackers launch so-called “quishing” attacks by connecting users to a website that impersonates a legitimate login page when they scan the code on...
November 12, 2024 3 min -
Managed ITWhy The Holiday Season Could Break Your IT Systems
The holiday season is a peak time for business activities, but it also brings unique challenges for IT infrastructure. With sales soaring and operations running at full capacity, any technical difficulties can disrupt service, impact customer satisfaction, and result in lost revenue. Proactive IT support ensures your systems are robust, secure, and ready to handle high demand, so you can focus on delivering a seamless customer experience.
November 12, 2024 4 min -
CybersecurityADT Network Breach: Customer Data Remains Secure
Did the recent ADT network breach leave you feeling less secure? Knowing the causes of this incident could help you narrow down the best proactive steps to safeguard your establishment.
November 11, 2024 3 min -
Cybersecurity5 Cyber Threats That Could Take Your Business Down Instantly
Cybersecurity threats are on the rise, and it's essential for both executives and employees to stay vigilant. From phishing attacks to ransomware, these cyber threats can disrupt operations and compromise sensitive information. Understanding these threats and implementing preventive measures is key to protecting your business. Let’s explore the most common threats and the strategies to keep them at bay.
November 11, 2024 3 min -
Cybersecurity5 Insane Data Breaches of 2024: What SMB Owners Need To Know
2024 has been a record-breaking year for cybercriminals, with some of the largest data breaches impacting companies across various sectors. From healthcare to tech, no industry has been left untouched. While these incidents affected major corporations, they’re also a reminder of the risks facing small to midsize businesses, which are increasingly targeted by cyber threats.
November 5, 2024 4 min -
CybersecurityWhy Cyber Insurance Is Not A Replacement For Security
Cyber insurance has become an important part of business risk management. While it can help in case of a cyberattack, it’s essential to understand that insurance alone won’t protect your organization. In this post, we’ll explain why cyber insurance should act as a safety net rather than a replacement for a solid cybersecurity plan.
October 28, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityStolen Credit Cards Used in Digital Wallets
Customer convenience is crucial to businesses, especially since this makes or breaks sales. The more options buyers have, especially at checkout, the more likely they are to complete a transaction and return to do further business. That’s why many companies like yours have digital wallets. Still, with the recent rise in stolen credit cards used in digital wallets, many are also rethinking them.
October 24, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityStaying Ahead of Phishing Threats
In this always-evolving digital era, business owners have more to worry about than retaining customers and observing market trends. Cybercriminals regularly search for program vulnerabilities to exploit and override poor security systems. Still, these are far from the only threats. Many believe phishing isn’t as dangerous if you can pinpoint it, but identifying it is harder than ever before.
October 23, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityPhishing Scams Are Getting Smarter—Here’s How to Outsmart Them
Phishing scams are becoming more advanced and deceptive by the day. While it may seem easy to spot a fraudulent email or message, modern phishing attacks can mimic legitimate communications, making them hard to detect. As a business owner or decision-maker, it's essential to understand how these scams work and take proactive steps to defend your organization.
October 22, 2024 4 min -
Technology TrendsWindows App Supersedes Microsoft Remote Desktop
Working remotely is about to change for anyone who uses Microsoft Remote Desktop to access the Windows platform. The software giant announced the introduction of a Windows App as a Remote Desktop replacement. App users can now access the Windows platform and its programs as if they are using a cloud PC, regardless of what kind of device they’re on.
October 18, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityZero Trust Cybersecurity: Keeping Your Data Safe
Hackers are looking for new ways to gain access to company networks, and the most common trick they use today isn’t a trick at all. A growing number of so-called hackers aren’t trying to break in but are waltzing through the front door using identity-oriented tactics.
October 17, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityGoogle PIN Enables Cross-Platform Chrome Password Sync
Are you tired of juggling Chrome passwords across your company’s devices? Google PIN simplifies the process and strengthens your cybersecurity to boot. You and your crew can focus on daily operations without worrying about password management.
October 11, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityMicrosoft Warns US Healthcare of New Ransomware Threat
Is your establishment prepared for the latest cybersecurity challenge?
October 7, 2024 3 min
