Strategies to Protect Yourself from Social Engineering
In today’s interconnected world, where technology seamlessly blends into our daily lives, the threat of social engineering has become more prevalent than ever before. Social engineering involves manipulating individuals into divulging confidential information or performing actions that compromise their security. From phishing emails to phone scams, attackers are constantly finding new ways to exploit human […]
What is the Most Dangerous Threat to Your Business?
In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, businesses are constantly facing an array of digital threats that can undermine their operations, reputation, and financial stability. While the spotlight often shines on high-profile hacking incidents and data breaches, there’s a quieter, more insidious threat that’s been steadily gaining ground: social engineering. According to a recent survey of […]
6 Types of Social Engineering To Know About
You might hear social engineering and think it has something to do with how your teenager operates social media better than you. Think again! Social engineering actually has nothing to do with social media at all. It is, however, a term that encompasses a broad spectrum of malicious online activity. In this blog, we’ll dive […]
8 Cybersecurity Tips for Business Travel
Gone are the days of all business happening in one location, at one desk. In today’s world, work takes professionals across the globe between airports, airplanes, coffee shops, and boardrooms. While you’re on the go, it’s essential to think about how you are keeping both your personal and corporate data safe. When it comes to […]
Official FBI Warning: Stop Using Airport Charging Stations
In April 2023, the FBI issued an official warning regarding airport charging stations. The warning centers around the risk of malware transferring to devices plugged into public ports. Why does this matter? Threats related to USB exploitation have increased by 52% in the last four years. Let’s look at the actual risk and alternatives to the former […]
How to Secure Your Mobile Device
In today’s world, much of our communication for personal and work is done on a mobile device. Our world today is very convenient for work and personal on-the-go! But with convenience and innovation always comes increased cybersecurity risk (yes, we know we sound like broken records). Mobile devices are highly vulnerable to online threats and […]
8 Tips to Protect Your Online Financial Information
In the world of Venmo, Zelle, PayPal, banking phone apps, and more, it can feel like your financial information is anything but secure. And yet, secure financial information is one of the most sought-after commodities. After all, it’s the protection of our hard-earned assets. How can you make sure you’re protecting your financial information online? […]
Is !password20231# a Complex Password? The Answer Might Surprise You.
When it comes to preserving your identity and privacy, almost nothing is as important as a strong and complex password. It does not matter if you’re talking personal or business–complex passwords are a must. Gone are the days of using your pet’s name or a child’s birthday. Today’s world of cybersecurity requires a level of […]
How to Prevent Identity Theft Online
Identity theft is more than just losing your ID or social security number (both of which are still a nightmare, don’t get us wrong). In extreme cases of identity theft, you can acquire a lien on your mortgage, lose real cash in your bank account, or gain a criminal record. The stakes for identity theft […]