Weak passwords are one of the easiest ways for cyber criminals to break into your business. Why? Because once they get just one password — one door unlocked — it can lead to full access: client data, financials, email, even control of your systems. And they’re not guessing manually. They’re using automated tools that can […]
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When most people think about cybersecurity testing, they picture something intense:A team of engineers trying to break into your network, uncovering hidden backdoors, and simulating what real hackers might do. That’s called a penetration test — and yes, it’s valuable. But here’s the truth:If you already know your cybersecurity is missing pieces, a pen test
If you’ve ever used Incognito mode in Chrome, you probably already know what it’s for: a quick way to browse without saving your history, cookies, or autofill data. But here’s the thing — it wasn’t quite as private as most people assumed. Until recently, if you copied something — a password, a link, a message
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Cybersecurity threats are evolving constantly.Unfortunately, many businesses are still treating employee training like a one-and-done checkbox. They show a video once a year, hand out a PDF, or host a 20-minute lunch-and-learn… and then hope for the best. But here’s the reality: If you aren’t training your team consistently, they’re not prepared. 1. Your Employees
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Microsoft is doubling down on AI — and now it wants Copilot to show up automatically every time you open Microsoft Edge. Right now, if you want to use Copilot, you have to click the icon in the sidebar. No big deal. But with this new update in testing, Copilot could launch by default —
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Phishing emails are the #1 way hackers get into businesses.They don’t need to break in — they wait for someone to open the door. That “door” is usually a link, a file, or a reply to a fake email that looks legit. These emails are getting more convincing by the day — even savvy employees
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It’s not just your imagination — cyber attacks really are everywhere right now. And they’re not just targeting big corporations. Small businesses, local firms, even nonprofits — no one’s off the radar anymore. Cyber threats have become the number one concern for many organizations. From ransomware locking up your systems to data leaks exposing sensitive
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For small businesses, reputation isn’t just important — it’s everything. You don’t have a massive marketing budget or a legal team to spin bad press. What you have is your name, your client relationships, and the trust you’ve built in your community. That trust is the reason people do business with you.And the moment it’s
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Think back to the last time you clicked on an online ad. Did you pause to double-check where it was taking you? Or did you just assume it was safe? Most people assume. That’s exactly what scammers are counting on. There’s a growing threat called malvertising — short for “malicious advertising.” It’s when online ads
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Your business has a firewall, solid security software, MFA, and strong passwords in place. That’s a great start — seriously. But here’s the reality: even with all that, no system is 100% bulletproof. Total lockdown security might sound great, but if it makes your systems unusable, that’s not helping anyone. You need a balance —
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