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CybersecurityCriminals Are Using YouTube Video Channels To Spread Malware
YouTube has long been a hunting ground used by hackers and scammers to push all manner of hoaxes, scams and malicious code onto unsuspecting users. A security researcher known only as Frost is working for Cluster 25.
November 1, 2021 2 min -
CybersecurityCybersecurity Toolkit
I remember the first box of tools I picked up at the garage sale. The box was filled with an old hammer, two screwdrivers (one flathead, the other Phillips head), a rusty wrench, and a tape measure. It wasn’t much but with those tools I could fix any problems that came up in my time living on my own. Well, I want to do the same for you but with cybersecurity. I want you to be safe online and there are tons of tools online that can help you strengthen your cybersecurity.
October 29, 2021 5 min -
CybersecurityThe 7 Ghosts of Cybersecurity
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, but it also well known, among the vernacular of the younger generation, as Spooky Season. Most people are more concerned with ghosts, ghouls, and goblins than they are with the dangers lurking in the dark corners of the Internet. Which is understandable, it’s more fun to think about the fake monsters than the real ones who could change your life in an instant. So, let’s make a compromise. We’re going to list the 7 scariest ghosts and monsters when it comes to cybersecurity, and we’ll try to make it as spooky as possible.
October 25, 2021 4 min -
CybersecurityMan-Made Problems in the Digital World
If you’ve watched any sci-fi movie, you probably understand the perceived dangers of the digital world. Primarily the unrealistic dangers of artificial intelligence. Now, I’m not saying that AI won’t be a threat in the future but it’s important to note that right now the people using the Internet pose a much bigger threat than an incoming Robo-Apocalypse. And I’m not just talking about cybercriminals. Regular, everyday human error is what poses the most dangerous threat to your company’s cybersecurity. Don’t believe me? Well then, let’s take a quick look.
October 15, 2021 2 min -
CybersecurityApple Releases Updates to Actively Exploited iOS and iPadOS Vulnerability
The vulnerability allows for arbitrary code execution at kernel level permissions and appears to be actively leveraged by threat actors. A software update should be performed ASAP.
October 14, 2021 2 min -
CybersecurityThe Secret History of Cybersecurity Awareness Month (And its Not-So-Secret Future)
Have you ever wondered where all those weird holidays come from? Like, who got to decide that April 23rd was National Talk Like Shakespeare Day? Or that Squirrel Appreciation Day would fall on January 21st? Or that the last Friday of every April would be National Hairball Awareness Day? An entire day to make sure that your feline friends aren’t spewing wet clumps of hair on to the floor seems like a waste of time, but do you know what isn’t? An entire month dedicated to cybersecurity. Now that’s a topic worthy of a holiday!
October 11, 2021 2 min -
CybersecurityDefense in Depth (DiD): Think Like a Hacker
The current threat landscape is rapidly advancing, with cybercriminals constantly upgrading their toolset to break through security defences. If you want to outsmart malicious hackers, it’s time to start thinking like them. Fend them off with various layered defence methods. This is what Defence in Depth (DiD) is all about.
September 29, 2021 4 min -
Cybersecurity7 Elements of an Effective Defense in Depth (DiD) Security Strategy
DiD is a cybersecurity approach in which multiple defensive methods are layered to protect an organization. Since no individual security measure is guaranteed to endure every attack, combining several layers of security is more effective. Discover how layering security methods helps prevent sophisticated cyberattacks by downloading our eBook now.
September 20, 2021 2 min -
CybersecurityStepping Up Your Cybersecurity With Defense in Depth (DiD)
When the pandemic hit, businesses all over the globe had to shift to remote work almost overnight. Now, with the vaccine rollout in full swing, the hybrid work model is gaining popularity. This allows employees to work from home, the office or split their time between both. According to a report, close to 65% of large businesses have adopted a hybrid model, and most workers prefer it that way.
September 14, 2021 4 min -
CybersecurityA Flexible Partnership With IT Professionals
It’s hard to see how investing in your company’s IT services would be as incentivizing as other investments that might deliver a more tangible ROI. However, ensuring that your IT department has a competent team that’s up-to-date on the latest cyber security knowledge and has access to the latest software to allow them to do their jobs well is a sounder investment than you might think.
September 1, 2021 4 min -
Cybersecurity4 Reasons Cybersecurity Attack Surfaces Are Expanding
The COVID-19 pandemic impacted individuals and businesses all over the world in one way or another. Almost overnight, it disrupted the way people went about their daily routines and how companies operated. Amidst all the chaos, changes to the cyber landscape increased at an unprecedented pace. Some of the trends that powered these changes and continue to fuel them are:
August 31, 2021 4 min -
Managed ITRecovery Assurance (RA): Is Your Business Data 100% Recoverable?
Ever since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the concept of Disaster Recovery (DR) has received unprecedented attention. Most businesses have realized the importance of bouncing back quickly from a disruptive event. In 2020, about 80% of SMBs reported having a recovery plan in place, but are you sure your business’ data is 100% recoverable?
August 27, 2021 3 min -
CybersecurityA Data Breach Has Affected 163,000 Volkswagen And Audi Customers In Canada
Recently discovered by Volkswagen this data breach affects more than 3.3 million customers and potential buyers in North America. An unauthorized third party obtained limited personal information from a vendor that Audi, Volkswagen, and some authorized dealers in the U.S. and Canada use for digital sales and marketing.
August 19, 2021 1 min -
CybersecurityWhy Attacks on Critical Infrastructure Are Dangerous
Critical Infrastructure (CI) comprises physical and cyber assets vital for the smooth functioning of societies and nations across the globe. The sectors that make up critical infrastructure differ from one country to another. For example, in Canada, 10 sectors are deemed essential, while the USA considers 16 sectors to be vital. The disruption or damage of CI can have severe direct and indirect effects.
August 16, 2021 4 min -
CybersecurityThe Importance of Business Impact Analysis (BIA)
As the name signifies, a BIA quantifies the impact of a cyber disruption on your business. It doesn’t matter if the disruption happens because of an internet outage or a severe breach — a BIA covers it all. A business impact analysis lays the foundation for a strong business continuity and disaster recovery (BCDR) strategy as well as a data security and compliance program.
August 10, 2021 4 min -
Business OperationsBeat The Heat! How The Dog Days Of Summer Can Wreak Havoc On Your Technology
The dog days of summer are here, and it’s hot out! Homeowners and business owners alike are bracing for their upcoming power bills as they run their air conditioners around the clock trying to keep cool. But for many business owners, it’s not just about keeping your team cool – it’s also about keeping your technology cool.
August 1, 2021 3 min -
CybersecurityHow to Build a Security-First Culture That Empowers Your Hybrid Workforce
Tools are only as good as their users. This should be your guiding philosophy as the world shifts to a hybrid work model to deal with the complexities posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. While it’s great to define and implement essential security controls and tools, if it isn’t backed up by workforce buy-in and participation, you could be in for a bumpy ride.
July 30, 2021 4 min -
CybersecurityTop 9 IoT-Related Security Threats Businesses Face
The Internet of Things (IoT) is rapidly changing the technology landscape as we know it. Businesses worldwide are leveraging IoT for benefits such as seamless collaboration, access to comprehensive data and the ability to make stronger business decisions based on insights derived from substantial data. Experts estimate the total number of installed IoT-connected devices worldwide to amount to 30.9 billion units by 2025.
July 12, 2021 6 min -
Business OperationsTake Your Business To The Next Level With These Technology Solutions
When you set goals for your business this year, there’s a good chance one of those goals was tied to growth. It’s a common goal. You have your eyes set on acquiring new customers. You’re ready to take their business to the next level. The challenge, however, is getting to that next level. If you do a web search on how to grow your business, you’ll find more results than you know what to do with. It can be frustrating and overwhelming.
July 1, 2021 3 min -
CybersecurityProtect Your Social Media Accounts with MFA
If you use social media in 2021 you should be using MFA (Multi-Factor or Two Factor Authentication) to keep your accounts secure. Today we will show you how to enable this for Instagram.
June 28, 2021 2 min
