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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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CybersecurityHackers Can Now Steal Face Scans
Biometric authentication factors like facial recognition scans are no longer iron-clad cybersecurity measures. Emerging technology allows hackers to steal face scans and infiltrate a user’s unauthorized accounts. Learn how these social engineering attacks take place and what you can do to protect personal data.
May 7, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityGmail’s New Security Rules
Millions of Gmail users worldwide will be subject to new platform updates just in time for the service's 20th anniversary. Google will roll out new guidelines that offer spam protection and cybersecurity. This helpful guide explains everything you need to know about Gmail's new security rules.
May 4, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityThe Basics of Cybersecurity: What Every Small Business Owner Must Know
When you understand the basics of cybersecurity for small businesses, you can prevent yourself from a devastating attack that can bankrupt your business. Keep reading to understand the vital role cybersecurity plays for your business and the best tips for implementing it.
May 3, 2024 3 min -
CybersecurityProtecting Your Business From Deepfake Technology
Have you ever noticed movies where a scene flashes back to an actor’s younger version? Before 2017, they used a lookalike—a real person playing a role—but that world is gone now. Digital deepfakes do the job of voice and image restoration, and Hollywood’s executives are not the only ones reaping the benefits.
April 26, 2024 3 min -
Business OperationsCyber Attacks Are Now 26.19% Much Faster And Smarter, Frightening Most SMB Owners
Cyber Attacks Are Now 26.19% Much Faster And Smarter, Frightening Most SMB Owners
March 27, 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 -
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 -
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 -
CybersecurityBeware of This New Cybercrime Technique
Business owners must always keep a finger on the pulse of new online crime strategies. Cyber attacks that target organizations can have major consequences if you don't recognize the warning signs or take steps to protect yourself. Beware of SMTP smuggling, a new cybercrime technique, and learn how to stay safe online.
January 29, 2024 3 min -
Business OperationsDigital Accounting Solutions: Simplifying Finances for Small Businesses
If you're a business owner, keeping track of your finances is understandably challenging. However, you can't have a successful company without streamlining your checks and balances, so it pays to find ways to simplify the process. Why not explore digital accounting solutions?
December 27, 2023 3 min -
CybersecurityCybersecurity for Small Businesses: Navigating the Digital Threat Landscape
The digital landscape has brought businesses new ways to reach people, gain visibility, and make an impact worldwide. Being online keeps your business competitive, but only if you have a handle on proper cybersecurity.
December 14, 2023 3 min -
CybersecurityThe Importance of Multi-Factor Authentication
Business owners and their customers are intimately familiar with trying to log in to some online account before receiving a text message that contains a code. Before you can enter your account, you must submit this unique code, which is a multi-factor authentication mechanism.
November 28, 2023 3 min -
CybersecurityBeware of DDoS Attacks
One type of cybercrime that’s becoming a more significant problem in today’s digital age is distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks. What makes these attacks so dangerous, and how can you stay safe? This guide uncovers what you need to know about DDoS attacks.
November 23, 2023 3 min -
Business OperationsHow Secure Access Can Help Your Remote Workers
Companies have seen the benefits of remote work and how it can facilitate employees' well-being while supporting business operations.
November 20, 2023 3 min -
CybersecurityWatch Out for Google Chrome Update Malware
As a modern business owner, you're well aware of all the ways technology benefits your business while also putting it at risk. If you use Google Chrome as your browser of choice, you should be aware of the latest Google Chrome update malware scam.
November 15, 2023 3 min -
CybersecurityThe Importance of Keeping IoT Devices Secure
Many gadgets we use daily wouldn't exist without the help of Internet of Things (IoT) technology. Emerging security issues can threaten how we use these devices and impact your business operations. This helpful guide explains the importance of securing IoT devices to protect your business from cyber threats.
November 11, 2023 3 min -
Managed ITThe Role of Data Backup and Recovery in Safeguarding Your Business
Modern technology makes it much easier to operate a business. However, it can also cause major issues if you somehow lose access to critical data within your network. That's why having a backup solution is important so all your data remains safe and readily accessible.
October 31, 2023 3 min -
Business OperationsThe Truth About Biometrics and How To Protect Yourself
Many people think biometrics is a great way to protect their data and devices. On the other hand, biometric technology may not provide the protection that modern society needs. As more businesses use biometrics, business owners should assess how secure biometrics are.
October 26, 2023 3 min -
CybersecurityHow to Stop Insider Threats: Defending Your Digital Fort
In an era where data is often considered more valuable than gold, the specter of insider attacks looms large over businesses worldwide. Insider threats, perpetrated by individuals with legitimate access to a company's network and sensitive data, pose a formidable challenge to even the most advanced cybersecurity measures. These threats often arise from authorized logins or connections, and they can quietly bypass traditional security defenses that are primarily designed to thwart external intruders. The inherent danger lies in the fact that insiders are already within the organization's...
October 25, 2023 4 min -
CybersecuritySimple Guide to Follow for Better Endpoint Protection
Endpoints make up much of a company’s network and IT infrastructure. This is a collection of computers, mobile devices, servers, and smart gadgets. As well as other IoT devices that all connect to the company network.
October 18, 2023 4 min