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Cybersecurity
Threats, breaches and the controls that actually stop them.
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Why busy teams are easier cybersecurity targets
Cybercriminals rely on urgency and distraction. Learn the simple habits that help busy teams spot suspicious requests before they become incidents.
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Why your newest employees may be your biggest security risk
When someone joins your business, your first thought is usually practical: That’s all important. But there’s something many leaders don’t consider: how exposed the business becomes to cyber threats during those first few weeks. Research has
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Beware that corrupted email attachment: It could be a scam
Cyber criminals get more creative every day. The latest scam designed to steal your business data uses corrupted Word files – and getting fooled is easier than you might think You’re scanning your inbox and spot an important email with a
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Are your employees your security’s weakest link?
Great employees have the same goals you do. But while they’re working hard to help your business succeed, they could accidentally be opening the door to cyber criminals. Here’s how to make your team your business’s strongest defence Let me
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The two big threats of doing business on public Wi-Fi
Public Wi-Fi can be a lifesaver when you must send an urgent email while out of the office. But did you know it can also put your business data at risk? These are the two big threats you and your team need to be aware of Public Wi-Fi is
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Windows Hello gets a new look and improved security
Is your business using Windows Hello yet? It offers easier and more secure login methods – and it’s about to get an upgrade. Here’s what’s changing. Do you dream of never having to remember another password ever again? That’s what Windows
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Security alert: Attacks on business email accounts are surging
Your business relies on emails every day – that’s exactly why scammers target them. Here’s what you need to know. Email has become an essential tool for any successful business, but as the saying goes, “with great power comes great
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Beware that “support call” – it could be a ransomware scam
Would your employees give an unknown caller access to your business devices? But what if they got a Teams chat from someone posing as Microsoft support? Here we tell you all about a new ransomware scam If you get a call claiming to be from
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Security alert: Does your business have old logins for ex-staff?
What’s easy to overlook but could leave your business open to cyber attacks? Unused logins. Yep, something as simple as failing to delete an old account could have serious costs for your business When someone leaves your business, you might
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New phishing scam is smarter than ever… here’s how to protect your business
Microsoft is warning business owners that trusted cloud storage services are being hijacked to trick you into handing over your data. Here we tell you what you need to know. Microsoft is warning business owners about a new type of phishing
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Beware this malware: It “annoys” you into handing over login details
A sneaky new malware wants to annoy you into giving up your login details. It locks your browser in full screen mode, making you think you’re trapped… But you can easily escape and we’ll tell you how How cautious are you and your team with
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A third of all data loss is caused by problems with backups
Your business data is backed up and recovery tools are in place. So, your data is safe, right? Sadly… not always. Here’s why we recommend backups are checked regularly.. Losing access to your business’s data – even temporarily – is a
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Enhancing Cyber-security: An Intricate Dance of Perplexity and Burstiness
Prepare to be alarmed by a chilling revelation—87% of businesses have fallen prey to this malevolent force within the last year. Cyber attacks, often perceived as a menace restricted to large corporations, prove a grim reality that extends
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How to Safeguard Your Business from Image-Based Phishing Attacks
In the realm of cybersecurity, the age-old adage “A picture is worth a thousand words” has taken on a devious new meaning. Cyber criminals have cleverly embraced this concept, employing images as a tool to deceive unsuspecting victims
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AI is making phishing scams more dangerous
Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized the world of technology, and while it has brought many benefits, it has also made phishing scams more dangerous. In this blog post, we will explore the ways in which AI is contributing to the
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Are your people Christmas shopping from work?
Almost half of people with social media accounts have admitted to falling for shopping scams. So if members of your team are doing a little last minute Christmas shopping from work, how can you be sure your business is protected? New
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Are you really downloading Zoom… or is it malware?
When you think about tools for remote working and chatting online, one of the first names in your mind is Zoom. But its popularity has opened the door for cyber criminals. They’re using its name to steal sensitive data. Researchers have
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Android 13 is safer for your business
We all use our phones for a lot more than sending messages and making the occasional call. And that means most of your staff are probably using their personal mobile for work now and then. Everyone does it. The downside of this is it puts
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Urgent Action Required? Why you need to slow down.
Most of us have heard about phishing scams. They’re almost as old as the internet. And right now, they are one of the biggest security threats to your business. With a whopping 83% of organizations falling prey to successful phishing
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If Any Of Your Staff Work Remotely, You Need To Be On Top Of This.
Cybersecurity incidents – such as malware, ransomware, and data breaches – have increased dramatically since the start of the epidemic. Cyber criminals have become increasingly shrewd as panic subsided. Remote and hybrid working is now the
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