Misconfiguration of cloud solutions is often overlooked when companies plan cybersecurity strategies. Cloud apps are typically quick and easy to sign up for. The user often assumes that they don't need to worry about security because it's handled. This is an incorrect assumption because cloud security...
No business wants to suffer a data breach. But unfortunately, in today’s environment, it’s difficult to completely avoid them. Approximately 83% of organizations have experienced more than one data breach. (IBM Security 2022 Cost of a Data Breach Report) These breaches hurt businesses in many ways....
How AI learning potentially impacts IT and cybersecurity If the artificial intelligence apocalypse comes, it might not be through killer robots from the future. AI is fast becoming a major player in the IT space because of its modern applications. That hasn’t come without controversy, however,...
The importance of routine penetration tests Penetration tests are an invaluable tool for checking the IT and cybersecurity readiness of an enterprise. Any organization, no matter the size, benefits from a thorough pen test. It establishes the strengths and weaknesses of a network, along with staff...
SMBs and organizations face budget shortages in the IT sector A major stumbling block IT teams and businesses encounter is budget. Lacking sufficient financial resources means getting the right help, staff, and equipment becomes a daunting task. Unfortunately, in our tech-driven world, SMBs are left struggling...
Moving from GoDaddy 365 to the official Microsoft version It’s common for smaller organizations and individuals to seek easy startup resources to aid their business model. GoDaddy is an example, a website host that offers a range of services for simple website construction. But, while users...
Essential steps to take for better SaaS security With every advancement in tech, so too comes an equal danger. SaaS, or “software as a service,” is no different, a model that individuals and businesses take advantage of for a variety of purposes. But though they’re convenient,...
Eight critical cybersecurity policies to follow right now With the new year comes new cybersecurity strategies. Maintaining good IT hygiene is the difference between suffering a breach event, or, remaining safe. Proactive strategies give you the ability to mitigate problems, so, it’s important to keep up...
If you’re running slow in 2023 here’s what you can do Nothing’s more frustrating than a slow computer. We rely on our devices for work and personal tasks, but when everything trickles into a slog, it’s hard to accomplish anything. The reasons for system slowdowns are...
LastPass breach reveals core troubles with password management solutions There was a time when managing the deluge of complex logins was a simple matter, relying on password manager programs and extensions as we continued the fight for better security. More so, complex passwords are a handy,...