Security Practices
Simple Steps You Can Take To Improve Security for Endpoint Devices
Endpoint protection has been a neglected security strategy for many organizations and is one of the key entrances for cybercriminals. According to a study conducted by Ponemon Institute, about 86% of organizations have faced cyberattacks through endpoint negligence, which results in a significant compromise in data and IT infrastructure. The incorporation of bringing your own…
Read MoreWhy Are Small Businesses Targeted by Hackers 3X More Than Larger Ones?
Cyberattacks and ransomware have increased in intensity and frequency in recent years, fueled partly by the global work culture shifting to a primarily remote paradigm during the epidemic. Cybercriminals are exploiting the weaknesses of these systems as firms rely more on cloud operations and technological infrastructure. However, while the media focuses on huge organizations, the…
Read MoreThis Phishing Tactic Needs To Be On Your Radar ( Reply Chain Attacks)
It is an open secret that phishing is the number one cause of malware infections. Similarly, Business Email Compromise occupies a glaring spot as the cause of organizations’ financial losses due to cyberattacks. The phishing and spear phishing attacks use a forged address to deceive unsuspecting individuals into disclosing important information. However, this is not…
Read MoreI’ve Lost My Work Mobile Device… What Should I Do Next?
Losing your work mobile devices is an expensive inconvenience. Apart from putting the company in a situation where it records additional costs in purchasing new work devices, it also poses an enormous threat to digital security. The thief in possession of your work phone or laptop can either be a petty thief who wants to…
Read MoreHow Often Should Employee Security Awareness Training Happen?
According to research, security awareness training is most effective when done at least two to three times per year. Without any security awareness training, your organization will be more vulnerable to cyberattacks that target your employees. Human error is a major cause of data breaches. Uninformed employees make mistakes, and training them only once per…
Read MoreHow to Avoid Getting Your Phone Infected from a Public USB Charging Station
Remote and mobile working is on the rise. IDC projects that, by 2024, mobile workers will account for nearly 60% of the total US workforce. While mobile working is a great workplace perk and can lead to higher levels of productivity, it’s not without its risks – especially when it comes to security. Most recently,…
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