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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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Managed ITWhat Is an MSP (And How to Choose the Right One for Your Business)
Managing data and IT solutions in-house can be challenging and expensive. That's why many organizations turn to MSPs.
March 8, 2023 5 min -
CybersecurityGoDaddy Finds Multiple-Year Security Breach
GoDaddy is a popular web hosting company with millions of customers worldwide. Users are alarmed to find that attackers stole the company’s source code.
March 6, 2023 3 min -
CybersecurityCloudflare Successfully Detects and Mitigates Largest DDoS Attack Recorded
During the weekend of Feb. 11-12, 2023, content delivery network provider Cloudflare detected and mitigated an unusually high number of hyper-volumetric DDoS attacks. It did not disclose the targets but mentioned some of the attacked websites. These included a gaming provider, hosting providers, cloud computing platforms, and cryptocurrency companies.
March 2, 2023 2 min -
Business OperationsWhy Having a Continuity Plan Is a Sign of Great Leadership
Your business faces all sorts of threats that can disrupt your operations. A comprehensive continuity plan can help address them.
March 1, 2023 5 min -
CybersecurityState of Emergency Declared in Oakland to Combat Ransomware Attack
On Feb. 8, 2023, the City of Oakland suffered a ransomware attack. It forced several city systems to go offline. Fortunately, it did not affect emergency services. 911 and fire rescue were still online.
February 28, 2023 2 min -
CybersecurityOver 3 Million Patients Affected in California Hospital Ransomware Attack
A ransomware attack exposed the information of more than 3.3 million patients on Dec. 1, 2022. Multiple medical groups are affected under the Heritage Provider Network in California. These are:
February 24, 2023 2 min -
CybersecurityImprove Your Cybersecurity Awareness Learn About Today’s Most Common Types Of Cyber-Attacks
If you’ve turned on the news sometime during the past few years, you’ve probably heard of more than one instance where a business closed due to a cyber-attack. You may think your business is small enough and hackers won’t target you, but this couldn’t be further from the truth. Every business is at risk of experiencing a cyber-attack and should be well-prepared to defend against these threats. With the right type of attack, a cybercriminal can gain valuable information about your business, customers and employees, which can be used to damage your reputation and hurt you financially.
February 24, 2023 4 min -
CybersecurityIf I’m Going To Get Hacked Anyway, Why Bother Spending Money On Cybersecurity?
In his book The Road Less Stupid, Keith Cunningham makes this correct observation about succeeding in business: “I don’t need to do more smart things. I just need to do fewer dumb things.”
February 23, 2023 4 min -
Business OperationsWhy Network Security Is More Important Than Ever
Modern businesses rely on computers and the internet to perform their daily operations. An example is the use of emails, which is essential for client and internal communications.
February 22, 2023 2 min -
CybersecurityReddit Cybersecurity Incident
Reddit, a popular social news site, disclosed that it was hacked on Sunday night (pacific time). The company announced on February 9th in a posting that they first became aware of the incident that happened on February 5th. It refers to it as “sophisticated phishing” targeting Reddit employees.
February 20, 2023 3 min -
CybersecurityIndigo Books & Music suffered a cyberattack, likely lost “millions” in sales
Indigo Books & Music, Canada's largest bookstore chain, was hit by a cyberattack Feb 8., forcing the company to make the website unavailable and accept only cash payments.
February 17, 2023 2 min -
CybersecurityThe Importance of Cybersecurity for Small Businesses
Cyberattacks are a growing threat to companies of all sizes. Unfortunately, small and medium businesses are particularly vulnerable due to their limited resources or lack of vital security measures. Like most companies, small businesses have sensitive data that needs to be protected, but they may have a lower level of security than larger organizations; this makes them more vulnerable to cyberattacks, which can have serious consequences.
February 13, 2023 2 min -
CybersecuritySmall Business, Big Target: 5 Ways to Protect Your Company from Cyber Attacks
As a small business owner, you might believe that cyberattacks are unlikely to affect your organization. However, due to their sometimes lower resource levels and less advanced security procedures, small enterprises are more vulnerable to cyberattacks. Cybercriminals are aware of this weakness and frequently target small businesses in an effort to steal confidential data or financial information.
February 9, 2023 2 min -
Cybersecurity5 Ways Managed IT Services Can Benefit Your Business
Companies may benefit from a variety of services that a managed IT provider can offer, including higher productivity, cost savings, enhanced cybersecurity, and access to professional advice. These services can aid businesses in operating more effectively, reducing IT expenses, enhancing cybersecurity, and gaining access to professional advice. Managed IT services may be tailored to fit the particular needs of different organizations.
February 8, 2023 2 min -
Business OperationsHow to Effectively Manage Supply Chain Risks
There are many benefits digital transformation has brought to businesses like yours, such as easier inventory management and order processing. However, it does make organizations more vulnerable to cyberattacks and data breaches. A breach occurring anywhere in your supply chain could have severe repercussions for your business. So, how can you protect your business from these threats?
February 6, 2023 4 min -
Business Operations3 Tech And Automation Strategies Businesses Must Have Now To Stay Competitive, Profitable And Thriving This Year
Covid changed everyone’s lives in dramatic ways on many levels – but small and big businesses alike were radically impacted, from events, restaurants and retail being shut down to sending everyone home to work remote.
February 3, 2023 4 min -
CybersecurityMaking Your Mobile Devices Safe From Cyberattacks: The 9 Best Practices
The reality is, mobile devices are less safe than desktop computers. Boosting security on such devices is essential if you use them in business.
February 1, 2023 6 min -
CybersecurityGive Your Business The Protection It Needs With Cyber Insurance
Being at risk for cyber-attacks is a growing concern among small-business owners. Cybercriminals often target small businesses because they hold sensitive information and have weaker security infrastructures than larger businesses. For this reason and more, it should be no surprise that 88% of small-business owners feel vulnerable to a cyber-attack, according to a recent survey.
January 31, 2023 4 min -
CybersecurityThe Benefits of a VPN for Your Business
VPNs, or virtual private networks, have grown in popularity recently as more people recognize the need for internet privacy and security. A VPN is a software that encrypts your internet connection, making it difficult for anyone to intercept your data and track your online activities.
January 28, 2023 2 min -
CybersecurityRecommended Best Practices to Reduce Cyber Supply Chain Risks
What exactly is a supply chain attack and how does it impact your organization? A supply chain attack is a type of cyberattack that targets an organization’s external suppliers and vendors. This can have significant consequences for the organization, such as financial losses, damage to reputation and costly recovery efforts.
January 27, 2023 4 min
