Thanks to Sophos Next Generation and their article “How to Stay Protected Against Ransomware” for the research and technical information used within this blog post. For more information on this subject, visit: https://secure2.sophos.com/en-us/security-news-trends/whitepapers/gated-wp/sophos-ransomware-protection.aspx How does a ransomware attack happen? There are two main ways that a ransomware attack starts: 1) through an email with a […]
Ransomware: What is it and how do you avoid it? Part 1 Businesses large and small are under threat from increasingly aggressive and brutal ransomware attacks. Loss of access to critical files, followed by a demand for payment can cause massive disruption to an organization’s productivity. But what does a typical attack look like? And […]
Technology-based solutions are essential for your business. These solutions include things like: firewalls, endpoint detection and response solutions, secure email gateways, desktop anti-virus, cloud-based malware and spam filtering. However, too many decision makers forget about the most important preventative measure: the human beings who interface with their networks, data, and financial resources. Security awareness training […]
Education institutions should review security protocols after a new report discovers the industry is particularly vulnerable. The education sector is the least secure of 17 industries studied this year, according to a report that analyzed cyber security throughout 2018. Education institutions specifically struggled with application security, endpoint security and patching cadence, according to the “2018 […]
Small businesses face unique web security challenges, but there are simple steps you can take to protect your business. These mistakes are commonly made because small businesses don’t always make security a top priority. These errors and oversights can leave your business exposed to a number of cyber security threats. Ask yourself, “Is my small […]