Did you know browser extensions can pose risks to online security and privacy? Browser extensions have become as prevalent as mobile apps, with over 176,000 available on Google Chrome alone.Despite offering additional functionalities and customization options, many users download numerous extensions but only utilize a few. While these extensions...
How to Measure the Real Value of Cybersecurity
The value of cybersecurity cannot be emphasized enough, particularly in an age dominated by technological advancements. As businesses become more dependent on technology to drive key operations, their risk of falling prey to cyber threats rises. 66% of small businesses are concerned about cybersecurity risk while 47% lack the understanding to...
How to Organize Your Cybersecurity Strategy into Left and Right of Boom
In the pulsating digital landscape, every click and keystroke echoes through cyberspace. The battle for data security rages on. Businesses stand as both guardians and targets. Unseen adversaries covet their digital assets.To navigate this treacherous terrain takes a two-pronged approach. Businesses must arm themselves with a sophisticated arsenal...
Prepare Your Business for Gmail’s Email Policy Changes in 2024
In a bid to enhance email security and reduce spam, Google has announced significant changes to its handling of emails. New requirements will be put into place impacting all Gmail business senders as well as businesses that send more than 5,000 messages to Gmail addresses daily.Set to take effect in February 2024, these changes aim to...
Beware of These 2024 Emerging Technology Threats
The global cost of a data breach last year was USD $4.45 million. This is a 15% increase over three years. As we step into 2024, it's crucial to be aware of emerging technology threats that could potentially disrupt and harm your business.Technology is evolving at a rapid pace. It’s bringing new opportunities and challenges for businesses and...
Why You Need to Understand “Secure by Design” Cybersecurity Practices
Cybersecurity has evolved into a fundamental cornerstone on which numerous aspects of business rely. Whether operating a large enterprise or a small business, prioritizing network security is imperative due to the enduring consequences of cyberattacks.The landscape of cyberthreats is dynamic, marked by a significant increase in both frequency and...
The Most Secure Way to Share Passwords with Employees
Breached or stolen passwords pose a significant challenge to the cybersecurity of any organization, accounting for more than 80% of data breaches. Hackers exploit vulnerabilities through stolen, weak, or repeatedly used (and easily exploitable) passwords.Technologies such as biometrics and passkeys have not entirely replaced passwords in our...
10 Biggest Cybersecurity Mistakes of Small Businesses
Cybercriminals can execute highly sophisticated attacks, yet it is inadequate cybersecurity practices that facilitate most breaches. These cybersecurity mistakes are most evident in the case of small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs).Small businesses often don’t prioritize cybersecurity measures due to lack of resources or awareness. They might...
The Value and Danger of AI in Cybersecurity
AI is changing the game for cybercrime and cybersecurity.Over the last few years, artificial intelligence (AI) has made big advancements, becoming a technology that can completely transform numerous jobs, business processes and daily activities. This progress has led to a major change in how different sectors and industries work. As AI evolves,...
Why Your Business Needs a Disaster Recovery Plan
Does your business need a disaster recovery plan?Any business that relies heavily on technology, online operations, and digital information is more likely to experience a cyber incident. This includes businesses that store and manage sensitive information such as personal data and/or financial records. Small businesses are especially vulnerable...