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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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CybersecurityRemote Work Security: Safeguarding Digital Assets in a Decentralized Environment
Is yours one of the thousands of corporations encouraging people to return to the office? Perhaps your employees aren’t budging on discontinuing their digital freedom for more traditional arrangements. You’re not alone if your business is struggling to find a balance.
March 8, 2024 2 min -
Business OperationsMisconception #5: “Darryl – Our company is too small, we are not worth attacking and we have nothing valuable anyone would want.”
Hi Small Business Owners, welcome to this edition of "Lies they Believe, The Truths I Know".
March 6, 2024 2 min -
CybersecurityBeware of These Multi-Factor Authentication Weaknesses
As a business leader, you want to protect your network from hacking and implement multi-factor authentication across your many accounts and devices. While these measures can boost your cybersecurity, hackers can exploit a few loopholes to infiltrate your account. Learn why you'll need to protect your accounts from unauthorized users further.
March 6, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityThe Cybersecurity Wake-Up Call: Why Ignoring It Could Cost Your Business
With the never-ending upgrade on the technology that we have today, business owners still view cybersecurity as "low priority”. Little did they know that data breaches or also known as “cyber-attacks” from 2022 to 2023 has increased from 20%. Which basically means that cybercriminals are drastically growing in large numbers— like your grandfather’s warts multiplying every time you get to see him. For this blog, we’ll dive deep into why you should use cybersecurity and how you can avoid being a victim—in an instant!
March 5, 2024 4 min -
CybersecurityHow $43,000 Disappeared Instantly: A Small Business’s Cybersecurity Nightmare
In this devastating situation, we witness the rapid devastation that cybercriminals can inflict on unsuspecting businesses. Imagine a typical Friday night with his friends and family—a weary business owner glances at their phone and discovers an alarming bank alert: $43,000 has been paid to an unfamiliar company. The money vanishes without a trace, leaving the owner helpless. Despite absorbing the loss- this alarming circumstance is something that will surely haunt him... forever.
March 5, 2024 5 min -
CybersecurityBeware of This Microsoft Outlook Security Flaw
Microsoft Outlook users have a new security concern. A vulnerability in the platform increases the risk of exposing your password to threat actors when you accept calendar invitations.
March 2, 2024 3 min -
Business OperationsAn In-depth Exploration of Data Governance
In the realm of commerce, your data is instrumental in grasping customer behaviors, market dynamics, and internal functions. Optimizing this knowledge is key to elevating the customer experience, fueling innovation, and boosting overall productivity.
March 2, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityMisconception 4: “Darryl – I hear of ransomware and cyberattacks on the news everyday, nothing is 100% guaranteed, there is no point to even bother!”
Hi Small Business Owners, welcome to this edition of "Lies they Believe", and "The Truths, I Know"
February 26, 2024 1 min -
CybersecurityWatch Out for Pirated MacOS Apps
Hackers are making pirated MacOS apps the source of hidden malware, which can compromise an entire network. As a business owner, staying current on this and other cybersecurity threats that may impact your operations is essential. Learn more about the software vulnerabilities at the center of this threat and how to protect your business from unwanted attacks.
February 20, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityWatch Out for This New Ransomware
Technology makes remote work possible. Unfortunately, the tools that allow workers to access their workplace networks from afar can also open the door to hackers and their harmful ransomware.
February 17, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityMisconception No.3 "I have Cyber Insurance so if anything happens I’m protected"
In this video we will uncover a common cybersecurity misconception I hear when I speak to Small Business Owners.
February 15, 2024 2 min -
CybersecurityStrengthen Cybersecurity Measures Through Regular Security Assessments
In today's business landscape, various cybersecurity threats pose significant challenges, ranging from social engineering tactics like phishing to highly sophisticated ransomware attacks. As a business leader, safeguarding your network is paramount, as it serves as the backbone of your operations. Any weaknesses in your network could jeopardize sensitive data, operational continuity, and stakeholder confidence. Hence, it's imperative to proactively address these threats by implementing measures such as regular security scans and comprehensive network testing.
February 15, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityThe Importance of Printer Security
In this digital age, businesses of all sizes regularly concern themselves with online security for their mobile devices, desktops, and all programs and software. The last thing they want is malware and viruses threatening their data security and relaying information to hackers. However, if you’ve taken every precaution and are still noticing data leaks, consider the importance of printer security.
February 13, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityEnhanced Security Measures Safeguarding Your Mobile Device in 2024
Gone are the days when phones served merely as tools for making calls. Presently, our phones have evolved into sophisticated, portable supercomputers capable of handling tasks ranging from paying bills and ordering lunch for delivery to video editing and beyond.
February 10, 2024 4 min -
CybersecurityMisconception 2: “Cybersecurity insurance is too expensive, and we don’t need it.”
Hi Small Business Owners, welcome to this edition of "Lies they Believe", and "The Truths, I Know"
February 9, 2024 2 min -
CybersecurityMisconception 2: “Cybersecurity insurance is too expensive, and we don’t need it.”
Hi Small Business Owners, welcome to this edition of "Lies they Believe", and "The Truths, I Know"
February 9, 2024 2 min -
CybersecurityMicrosoft January 2024 Patch Tuesday Updates
A new string of software updates is available as part of Microsoft’s latest efforts to improve its computer technology. In this brief guide, we’ll review some of the most important Microsoft January 2024 Patch Tuesday updates and explain the key cybersecurity vulnerabilities that Microsoft has uncovered. Discover what this update means for your security as a Microsoft user.
February 2, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityHow Quick AI Development Puts Security and Privacy at Risk
Artificial intelligence is making its mark, allowing businesses to produce reasonably good content or service improvements quickly. Automating operations that once required human intervention or brainpower is now a breeze. However, as expected, hostile actors can also take advantage of this.
February 1, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityMisconception #1: “Cybersecurity services are too expensive, we don’t have the budget.”
Hello Small Business Owners! We are thrilled to announce the first episode of “Lies they Believe” and “The Truths, I Know”!
January 30, 2024 1 min -
CybersecurityMisconception #1: “Cybersecurity services are too expensive, we don’t have the budget.”
Hello Small Business Owners! We are thrilled to announce the first episode of “Lies they Believe” and “The Truths, I Know”!
January 30, 2024 1 min
