Updated on November 14, 2023
In modern times, gadgets are an integral part of our lives. Millions of people around the world use smartphones and tablets for e-commerce, communicating, networking, e-banking to name a few. Due to the increasing use of mobile devices, the number of cyberattacks aimed at stealing personal confidential data is rising. No wonder that mobile device…
Cybercriminals can launch very sophisticated attacks. But it’s often lax cybersecurity practices that enable most breaches. This is especially true when it comes to small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs). Small business owners often don’t prioritize cybersecurity measures. They may be just fully focused on growing the company. They think they have a lower data breach…
When data security and compliance are more important than ever, businesses and organizations must take a multifaceted strategy to secure the protection and privacy of sensitive data. HIPAA and SOC 2 are two critical compliance frameworks that play unique but equally important roles in this. Let’s look at these frameworks and how backups intersect with…
We use our phones with their mobile applications for everything from communication to productivity, entertainment to banking, and much more. Yet, as our dependence on the security of applications on mobile phones grows, so do the potential risks. Cybersecurity breaches and data leaks through mobile applications are on the rise, making mobile app security implementation…
The importance of robust online security is the number one topic for individual and corporate users. The importance of reliable passwords can be overestimated, however, 65% more passwords were compromised in 2022 than in 2020 according to Digital Shadows, leaving individuals and companies vulnerable to data breaches, identity theft, and other cyber threats. The good…
Phishing attacks remain one of the most common and dangerous cyber threats that persist in our digitized world. Consider this statistic: roughly 15 billion spam emails traverse the internet every day and about 90% of data breaches result from phishing. What consequences will you face with a successful phishing attack? From compromised credentials to reputational…
Data is at the heart of every business nowadays. From critical business documents to customer information, losing access to data and business apps can be catastrophic. From Cyberattacks and hardware failures to natural disasters and human errors all sorts of threats can lead to data loss. To mitigate these risks and ensure business continuity, many…
“Bring Your Own Device” (BYOD) allows employees to use their personal devices for work-related purposes. During the pandemic, it experienced a significant surge in popularity and has now established itself as a permanent part of many workplaces. Given the growing number and diversity of cyber threats, establishing a robust BYOD policy has now become an…
Microsoft 365 (M365) has emerged as one of the most widely used email platforms, equipped with a suite of productivity and communication tools deeply integrated into enterprise workflows. As a result, it has become a prime target for cybercriminals. Microsoft acknowledges this threat and has implemented robust security measures, including multifactor authentication (MFA). However, even…
Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) has revolutionized the way businesses operate. It offers convenience, scalability, and efficiency. No more dragging software from one device to another. Everyone can collaborate easily in the cloud. But alongside its benefits, SaaS brings with it potential threats. When software and data are online, they’re more vulnerable to attacks. One of the latest…