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Have a plan in place in case your business experiences a cyber incident

Even the best cybersecurity money can buy can’t claim to be invulnerable to cyberattacks. Cybercrime prevention is vital, but so is having a response plan in the event of an incident. This means training your employees on what to do if they recognize a cyberattack is taking place. Knowing who to contact and having clear […]

Update your web browser immediately, or better yet, set it to update automatically

Web browsers are essential tools for both mobile and desktop devices, making them prime targets for cyberattackers aiming to exploit vulnerabilities in their structures, plugins, extensions, and more. As a result, it’s crucial to update them swiftly by either checking an app store (for mobile) or locating the appropriate button in their settings menu (for […]

Educate yourself on the most popular types of cyberattacks

Cybercrime is a constantly-evolving threat that is always finding new ways to breach your privacy. For example, phishing attacks develop new tactics to make them look legitimate, malware developers discover new ways to install them onto your device, and data breaches at companies that store private consumer information happen at alarming rates. To help protect […]

All you need to know about the surge in Russian cyberattacks

Russia’s decision to invade Ukraine in 2022 was met with widespread condemnation, but the assets being used to wage war with a sovereign nation are unlikely to be purely physical. And while the military forces of both countries are engaged in conventional warfare, there has been a surge in the number of Russian cyberattacks directed […]

Don’t assume you’re safe

It can be easy to shrug off the danger of cyberattack as something that won’t happen to you because you’re just a regular person with a normal life. But if your information ends up in the wrong hands, hackers don’t care. One of the most dangerous threats to cybersecurity is complacency. Be sure to proactively […]

Beware of outdated apps

Software updates often level up your security to match the latest cyberthreats. Apps and programs that haven’t received an update in several months may be more vulnerable than you realize. Try to stay on top of your system requests, and delete apps that aren’t getting much support. You might experience glitches, crashes and failed tech […]