Posts by Rachel Miller
The Hidden Risks of Using Public AI Chatbots for Sensitive Client Data
Article summary: Public AI chatbots can make everyday work faster, but they can also create security and privacy risks when employees enter sensitive business or client information. Clear policies, approved AI tools, and employee training can help businesses take advantage of AI without putting confidential data at unnecessary risk. An employee is running behind on…
Read MoreOptimizing Remote Access: How to Securely Manage VPNs for WFH Employees
Article summary: Remote work makes secure access to business systems more important than ever. Keeping VPNs patched, requiring multi-factor authentication, and limiting what users can access can reduce the risk of stolen credentials and vulnerable remote access tools. For some businesses, it may also be worth considering whether a traditional VPN is still the best…
Read MoreWhy Small Businesses Can’t Afford to Treat Cybersecurity as Optional
Article summary: Small businesses face many of the same cyber threats as larger organizations, often with fewer resources to detect and respond to them. Effective cybersecurity relies on layers of protection, including strong access controls, regular patching, reliable backups, monitoring, and employee training. Investing in these safeguards now can reduce the risk, disruption, and financial…
Read MoreWhat Your Business Should Check Before Turning On Microsoft Copilot
Article summary: Microsoft Copilot security risks show up when years of forgotten file permissions and open sharing links get exposed the moment someone starts asking Copilot questions. A short permissions check before rollout keeps the convenience without handing sensitive files to the wrong people. A new hire asks Copilot to summarize last quarter’s numbers. Along…
Read MoreThe Quiet Way Hackers Are Getting Into Business Inboxes
Article summary: Business email security threats have shifted toward polished, AI-written messages that mimic a real vendor or executive closely enough to fool a careful employee. Layered email protection, not just spam filtering, is what actually catches these messages before they reach an inbox. An invoice arrives from a vendor your business has worked with…
Read MoreIs Your Business Phone System Costing You More Than You Think?
Article summary: Many small businesses still rely on traditional phone systems that come with separate line costs, aging hardware, and limited flexibility outside the office. A business VoIP phone system moves calls over the internet, making it easier for employees to stay connected from different devices and locations. The result is a more flexible phone…
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