Cybersecurity Awareness

October 2022

(view our other cybersecurity awareness info: 2020, 2021, 2023, 2024)

Cybersecurity Awareness

October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. This page has the latest cybersecurity best practices to help your business stay one step ahead of emerging ransomware schemes, educate your staff on what’s out there, and how to protect your business.

Value Proposition: Protect your business against the latest cyber threats with best practices from security gurus. From QR code and mobile app security issues to emerging ransomware schemes, discover what you can do to protect your business and customers.

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To celebrate Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we’ve compiled a list of four employee cyber personalities to help you identify potential areas of improvement for your company’s cybersecurity strategies. Cybersecurity is a serious topic, but we can still have fun while learning about it.

It’s easy for some employees to think cybercrime won’t happen to them. However, they have no idea that the information of “ordinary” people is also being sold in packages on the Dark Web.

Unfortunately, cybercriminals are lurking around the corners seeking business vulnerabilities and are so great at camouflaging that it makes them tough to identify.

It’s important to begin your cybersecurity efforts now. Believe us, you certainly wouldn’t appreciate a firsthand encounter with those online bad guys.

Cybersecurity procrastinators are aware of their procrastination issues. While they sincerely want to change this situation, they frequently fail to carry out their plans.

Procrastinators fail to deploy patches despite seeing dozens of red flags accumulate on their apps and software. This leaves the door open for cybercriminals.

Don’t wait. Use cybersecurity best practices and keep the hackers at bay.

If cybersecurity best practices were an exam, this type of person would receive an A+. They are wary of links or attachments in emails, create complex passwords to keep hackers at bay, and are always up to date on the latest threats.

However, even employees with the best intentions can fall prey to cybercriminals if they’re not provided with the latest security awareness training. Find out how we can help you empower your employees to fight cybercriminals by sending us a message.

Cybersecurity naive individuals are no fools. However, they can be too trusting. Are you familiar with the colleague who goes out to lunch and leaves their computer screen unlocked? Or the hybrid employee who enjoys a refreshing cup of coffee and takes advantage of the free Wi-Fi at the coffee shop?

Yes, we are surrounded by mostly good people, but there may also be bad guys. Cybercriminals are everywhere and basic cybersecurity measures are as critical to our businesses as caffeine is to our productivity.

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month! While it’s important to be vigilant about online safety all year round, this is a great time to make sure you’re up to date on the latest threats and know how to protect yourself.

There’s a lot of technical jargon when it comes to cybersecurity, but we can help you learn about topics like phishing, multifactor authentication, botnets, and single sign-on.

Stay safe out there! If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.

A VPN is akin to a gym membership. They both only deliver results when you actively use them.

Ensure your employees are actively participating in your counter-threat measures such as consistently using your VPN or regularly attending security awareness training. If you need help getting started, contact us today.

Your employees are gold and cybercriminals are well aware of this fact. They can exploit your employees to access your business-sensitive information.

To keep them from falling prey to these criminals, you must provide employees with regular security awareness training. Contact us to find out how we can help and download our infographic to learn more.

Your password is the key to your online identity and personal information.

Just like you wouldn’t share your toothbrush with anyone, you shouldn’t share your passwords. Keep them protected by choosing a good one — long, complex, and unique.

We’ve all been there. You can’t remember your password for one account, so you use the same one for everything. This poses a significant security risk! If one of your accounts is compromised, all your accounts are now at risk. That’s why password hygiene is critical. Use different, strong passwords for each of your accounts and use a password manager if remembering them is difficult.

Need help? Contact us today.

Your passwords are at risk if you use public Wi-Fi. Anyone with access to the same network can easily hack into your device and steal your data. If public Wi-Fi is your only option, protect yourself by encrypting your data with a VPN or other security measures.

Need help? Feel free to reach out.

VPNs may slow down your internet connection and make it hard to access certain websites. However, a VPN keeps your passwords safe and helps you browse the internet anonymously, under any hacker’s radar.

Saving passwords in your browser is a huge security risk! If your browser is ever compromised, all your passwords will be exposed. Try maintaining good password hygiene by using a password manager and other such solutions.

Need help finding the right one? Contact us today.

Businesses are encountering a slew of cybersecurity threats and the first step in protecting your company is to understand which myths to avoid.

Read our blog post to understand the most common myths.

Password security is typically the weakest point of security for small businesses and a key entry point for cybercriminals. Following password best practices can help you strengthen your defenses.

To learn about them, read our blog post.

Data breaches have become more common because of how quickly threats emerge. To stay safe, organizations must be aware of four lesser known but serious cyberthreats.

Read our blog post to find out which threats you need to look out for.

Regular cybersecurity awareness training can strengthen your first line of defense — your employees. If your employees are unaware of the current threat landscape, they may fall victim to cybercriminals.

To provide you with a clear picture of cybersecurity awareness training, we have created a comprehensive eBook, which you can download for free.

Ransomware threats are getting more severe thanks to the cheap ransomware kits available on the Dark Web.

To keep your business safe, you must know how to prevent this menace. Download our infographic to learn more.

In today’s digital world, small businesses are increasingly the target of phishing scams. This is mainly because they often have less robust security measures in place than larger organizations. Therefore, you must know how to guard against phishing.

Learn what phishing is, how it can affect your small business, and ways to tackle it with our infographic. Download it now to find out more.

Hey, there.

Let’s get a little more creative to better understand concepts like phishing, virtual private networks, the Dark Web, and juice jacking with an activity book filled with a quiz, crossword puzzle, and coloring page.

You can get it here for free!

You wouldn’t leave your car unlocked or ride a bike without a helmet. So, why not give your business the same protection from online threats?

Not sure where to start? An expert IT service provider, like us, may be just what you need. Contact us today to schedule a no-obligation consultation.

Your small business is facing more cyberthreats than ever before, such as sophisticated ransomware and malware. However, don’t worry — there are ways to protect your business, such as regular security awareness training, testing, and deploying comprehensive cybersecurity solutions.

Ready to get started? Contact us today.