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Don’t Fall for It: Scammers Exploit Trusted Brands to Steal Your Data
In today’s digital age, scammers have found a sneaky way to bypass your defenses – by masquerading as popular brands you know and trust. These
Ensuring Cyber Safety for College Students: 14 Essential Steps to Follow
Remember the days when college meant a simple notebook and a trusty pencil? Well, times have changed. Today’s college students are armed with not just
Urgent Alert: Your Personal Data Likely Compromised in Massive Recent Breach!
In recent months, a significant cybersecurity incident has rocked the digital landscape, highlighting the critical importance of proactive online security measures. If you haven’t been
7 Effective Solutions to Boost Your Home Wi-Fi Speed
Are you tired of dealing with sluggish home Wi-Fi that feels slower than molasses on a winter day? We understand the frustration of trying to
Accelerate Your Business Growth with Cloud Technology: 5 Key Benefits You Need to Know
As a business owner, you know that achieving continuous and steady growth is essential for long-term success. When you’re ready to take your organization to
Are Your Business Tools Vulnerable to Cyber-Attacks? The MOVEit Incident Exposes Critical Risks
Recent cyber-attacks on major companies, including Shell, Siemens Energy, and Sony, have raised alarm bells about cyber security vulnerabilities. Even small businesses are not immune
The Crucial Hole in Your Cyber Insurance Policy – Don’t Get Denied Coverage
Cybercriminals are increasingly targeting small businesses, with alarming statistics showing that around 63% of them have experienced a cyber-attack, and 58% have faced actual breaches.
Avoiding Titanic Mistakes: The Urgent Need for IT Security and Compliance in Small Businesses
In a recent eye-opening interview, James Cameron, director of the movie Titanic and an experienced diver with 33 successful dives to the Titanic wreckage site,
5 Essential Tech Tools To Grow Your Business And 2 You Should NOT Waste Your Money On
Growing your business involves learning how to make money and hang on to it responsibly. When you’re in the weeds, it’s easy to think that
The One Lesson Business Owners Miss When Training Employees That Can Cost Them Thousands
Training employees on anything can be an expensive process. You incur the cost of investing in necessary materials plus the time it takes away from
The Shocking Facts About The New FTC Safeguards Rule That Affect Nearly EVERY Small Business Operating Today
As former President Ronald Regan once said, the scariest words you’ll ever hear are “We’re from the government, and we’re here to help.” In this
Is It Illegal To Track Your Employees’ Activities When They’re Working From Home?
Along with the surge of people working from home or in hybrid situations over the last few years, there has also been an increase in
Cybercriminals Pose As Facebook And Instagram Support: How To Protect Your Private Information From Being Stolen On Social Media
Another day, another scam! A new wave of social media scams has emerged, targeting unsuspecting Facebook and Instagram users. Whether you use your page for
Out Of Office: 8 Cyber Security Best Practices For Business Travelers Going On Vacation
As we get into the summer, many business owners and employees look forward to a well-deserved break. However, high achievers are known to do a
Stop! And think, before you act on that email!
How many times a day do you respond to an email without really thinking about its contents? Maybe it’s a request for some information.
Here’s how cyber criminals try to hack your accounts while you sleep
Have you ever felt frustrated by the flood of notifications from your multi-factor authentication (MFA) app? Well, cyber criminals have too. And they’re taking advantage
Is Your Business Data At Risk? Don’t Take Chances With Old Tech!
When you replace old computers or external drives, do you delete data and then just… get rid of them? You could be putting your sensitive
Cybercriminals Are Deploying Powerful AI-Powered Tools To Hack You – Are You Prepared For What’s Coming?
An Arizona family was recently in the news warning others about how they were the target of a ransom call in which scammers used AI
Facebook Owes You Money!
Here’s a shocker: Facebook is being forced to pay a whopping $725 million in a settlement following a number of lawsuits claiming they violated users’
To Catch A Spy
His story is so compelling that Ryan Phillippe starred as him in a movie. Eric O’Neill is a former FBI counterterrorism and counterintelligence operative. In
Are Your Employees Christmas Shopping From Work?
Almost half of the people with social media accounts have admitted to falling for shopping scams. So if members of your team are doing a
Spend The Day With A Shark
Known as Mr. Wonderful but filled with catchphrases like “Stop The Madness!” and “Know Your Numbers,” Kevin O’Leary is a staple on Shark Tank, where entrepreneurs
A Serial Entrepreneur’s Success Secrets Shared
Having been a small business columnist at The Wall Street Journal and business makeover consultant for MSNBC, Mike Michalowicz knows a thing or two about
Zoom Wants To Be The New Teams
You think Zoom, and you think video calls. For millions worldwide, it’s a tool they rely on daily at work. But for productivity, collaboration, and
Why You Will Not Be Fine On This Cloud9
We put a lot of effort into protecting our clients from online security threats. These could come in the form of key loggers that record
Are You Losing Hours Each Week Setting Up Video Calls?
Thanks to the hassle of setting up video calls, you could be losing a full-time working week for every team member. Video conferencing has revolutionized
Don’t Walk The Plank With Pirated Software
A considerable number of small and medium-sized businesses would consider using pirated software to try and save money. A new study has revealed a surprising
Could Avatars Make Your Teams Meetings More Fun?
Do you inwardly (or outwardly) groan at the thought of yet another video call? They’re now a regular part of our working lives, but it
Windows 12 Is Coming… Here’s What We Know So Far
While Windows 11 is just celebrating its first birthday, we’re already hearing our first rumors about what Windows 12 will have in store. There’s no
Are You Using Teams To Share Sensitive Data?
Microsoft Teams has quickly become one of THE most valuable business tools for how we work today. No matter where your people work, they can
Are You Really Downloading Zoom… Or Is It Malware?
When you think about tools for remote working and chatting online, one of the first names in your mind is Zoom. But its popularity has
Some Bosses Think Their People Do Less When Working From Home
Microsoft has become the leader in productivity over many decades. Can you imagine doing your day-to-day work without their software? So, it’s no surprise the
Android 13 Is Safer For Your Business
We all use our phones for much more than sending messages and making occasional calls. And that means most of your staff are probably using
It’s Time For A Refresh! 4 Cyber Security Trainings To Do With All Employees
Students are returning to the classroom now that back-to-school season is officially underway. During the first few weeks, teachers will be reteaching their students the
Make Sure Your Cloud Server Is Protected From This
Using a cloud server to drive your business’s technology is an intelligent idea. The benefits are enormous. You can use as little or as much storage
None Of Your Team Would Fall For This Trick… Would They?
(Photo Credit: LinkedIn/Robert Pooley) Cybercriminals are known for constantly coming up with new ways to scam us into handing over login details or sensitive data.
Are You Using A Malicious Browser Extension Without Realizing?
Hundreds of thousands of browser extensions are designed to help us save time, be more productive, and personalize our online experience. And while most of
Passkeys Could Improve The Way You Work, Forever.
Back in May, we heard there would soon be a successor to the password – the Passkey. Now, we’re hearing that Apple will start rolling
Windows 10 Is Getting A Very Useful Windows 11 Feature
There’s no denying that Windows 11 has a lot of really cool new features. If you haven’t made the move from Windows 10 yet, you’re
If You’re Under Pressure To Take Urgent Action – Stop And Think
Phishing scams are one of the biggest security threats to your business right now. A massive 83% of organizations said they suffered successful attacks last
Scarier Than The Boogeyman
One of the common issues on the Dark Web – whether you use it or not – is the sale of passwords, bank account information,
What Does The Global Chip Shortage Mean For Your Business?
The tech world has struggled with a considerable chip shortage for the past couple of years. But it’s not just tech businesses that are feeling
If Any of Your Staff Work Remotely, You Need to Be On Top of This!
Remote and hybrid working is now the norm for a lot of people. But a recent survey has found that, despite being more than two
Some Employees Won’t Stop Using Apps That Could Be A Security Risk
It’s likely that many of the applications and software tools you’re using now are different from the ones your business used before the pandemic. That’s
How To Prepare For Gen Z In The Workforce: Be Proactive and Update Your Cybersecurity Practices
Technology has evolved leaps and bounds over the last 20 years. In fact, in the next few years, the first generation to grow up with
Ever Wondered If Your Apps Are Spying On You? Now You Can Find Out.
It’s no secret that some applications are a little too interested in us and what we’re doing. We’ve all had this experience. You might be
US Government Warning: North Korea IT Workers Disguised as Freelance Developers
In today’s era, cyber-attacks, infiltration into company infrastructures, and numerous other malicious activities are frighteningly common. The US Government’s recent warning is a testament to
GoodWill Ransomware: Group of Hackers Trying to Imitate Robin Hood
There’s a new ransomware variant going around, but with a much different twist than traditional ransomware. Meet “Good Will,” where hackers ask their victims to perform
Most Ransomware Victims Would Pay Up If Attacked Again
Ransomware is one of the fastest-growing cyber-crimes in the world. Last year, 37% of businesses were victims of an attack. If you didn’t know, a ransomware
Is This the End of Passwords?
Nobody likes passwords. Creating them. Remembering them. Typing them in. Your whole mood can change when an application you’re using suddenly logs you out, and
95% of Cyberattacks Are Caused By Human Error
End-users are frequently referred to be the weakest link in cyber security. This may seem harsh, but when you consider that 95 % of cyberattacks are caused
Never Use Your Browser’s Password Manager
Microsoft constantly introduces new features and services to keep your people safe online and your data secure. As a business owner or manager, you should
Common Technology Mistakes
The Most Common Technology Mistake The most common technology mistake on the table is viewing IT as a cost center. Despite all the hype about
Cyber Liability Insurance
Cyber Liability Insurance Evolves as Risks Escalate With cybercrime constantly on the rise, cyber liability insurance carriers face severe concerns about handling the onslaught. For
API Security
API Security Best Practices If you haven’t been paying attention to API security best practices, it’s time to start. According to a report by Salt
Vulnerability Management
What is Vulnerability Management? With an ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape, it’s increasingly vital to manage your risk of a cyber-attack. There are numerous ways to accomplish
Protect Your Business From These Common Financial Phishing Scams
The average office worker sends and receives around 121 emails every day. And while that sounds like a lot, what’s more shocking is that 3
Microsoft Defender
What is Microsoft Defender? Considering the escalated cybersecurity threats stemming from the Russia-Ukraine conflict, your organization should familiarize itself, if it hasn’t already, with MS
Cybersecurity Threats
Russia-Ukraine Crisis Increases Cybersecurity Threats Russia unleashed a wave of cyberattacks on Ukraine, targeting government and banking systems. In addition, cybersecurity company ESET said it
Remote Workforce Security
Work from Home Cybersecurity Tips Before digging into some work-from-home cybersecurity tips, let’s set the stage to lend some perspective to this increased concern. One
Edge Computing
What is Edge Computing and Why Does It Matter? Let’s start with the first question, what is edge computing? We’ll touch on why does it
Most Dangerous Malware
What is Malware? Before digging into the most dangerous malware, let’s step back and define it. Malware is short for malicious software or any malicious
7 Technology Trends for 2022
New trends are commonplace in the technology sector, especially considering its lightning-fast pace. Many materialize seemingly overnight. Although this list isn’t complete, we’d like to
Outsourcing IT Support
Building the Case for Outsourcing IT Support In a world that’s still coming to grips with the fallout from the pandemic, organizations turn to outsourcing
IT Solutions for Small Business
5 IT Solutions for Small Business and Your Most Nagging IT Issues In the aftermath of the pandemic, many small to mid-sized businesses (SMBs) have
Cybersecurity for Small Business
Cybersecurity for Small Business by the Numbers When it comes to cybersecurity for small businesses, there’s one thing we can all agree on – cyber-attacks
Next-Gen Endpoint Protection
The Time Has Come for Next-Gen Endpoint Protection With ever-increasing numbers of endpoint devices, even traditional endpoint security best practices fall short of what’s needed.
Zero-Day Attack
What is Zero-Day? Chances are you’ve heard of zero-day. But are you familiar with what it means? Zero-day describes recently discovered security vulnerabilities that hackers
Managed IT Services
A Guide to Managed IT Services for Small Business You’re likely using or have considered using managed IT services if you’re a small to mid-sized
Cybersecurity Trends
Cybersecurity Trends That Will Impact Your Business It’s hard to believe we’re three-quarters of the way through 2021 – time flies, as they say. So,
Attack Surface Management
What is Attack Surface Management? As your organization’s number of connected devices continues to grow, so does your attack surface. Unfortunately, that expanded surface gives
Insider Threats
Insider Threats Are on the Rise Insider threats grow more commonplace every day. So, it pays to have a solid understanding of the issue. Let’s
Supply Chain Security
Supply Chain Attacks Escalate As the adage says, a chain is only as strong as its weakest link. So not surprisingly, cybercriminals have migrated to
Business Email Compromise
What is BEC? Also known as email account compromise (EAC), business email compromise exploits our reliance on email for business and personal use. BEC attacks
Distributed Cloud
What is Distributed Cloud Computing? Location has never been relevant to cloud computing — that’s how it came to be known as cloud computing. However,
Security Operations Center
What is a Security Operations Center? Think of a security operations center (SOC) as command central for your cybersecurity. Effectively, it seeks to uncover security
Endpoint Security Best Practices
Endpoint Devices Continue to Increase Endpoint device use increased substantially among the many aftereffects of the COVID-19 pandemic. In a recent study by Absolute, 76%
Social Engineering
A Comprehensive Guide to Social Engineering Prevention Let’s start with defining social engineering. It’s the art of manipulating, influencing, or deceiving you to gain control
Internet of Things
What is the Internet of Things? The Internet of Things (IoT) isn’t a new concept. It was first used in a presentation by Kevin Ashton
CRN Fast Growth 150
IntermixIT Named to the CRN Fast Growth 150 IntermixIT, a Harrisburg-based managed services provider, captured a spot on the CRN Fast Growth 150. The ranking
INC 5000
IntermixIT Lands on the INC 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies List Inc. magazine revealed that IntermixIT has been named to its annual Inc. 5000 list, the
Layered Security
Layers of Security Counter Security Defects Layers of security are your best weapon in the ongoing battle against cyber threats. But many companies fall short
Incident Response Plan
What is an Incident Response Plan? Your IT operation faces threats every day from cybercrime, data loss, service outages, and even natural disasters. Without an
Cyber Insurance
Understanding the Basics of Cyber Liability Insurance Today, cyber insurance is a must, particularly with expanded remote work options. Remote work during the pandemic, for
Ransomware Prevention Checklist
The Threat Grows If the attack earlier this year on Kaseya shows anything, ransomware isn’t going anywhere. Conducted by REvil, the attack impacted some 1,500
Mobile Security Best Practices
Mobile Device Use Continues to Grow Mobile business devices have grown considerably thanks to cloud computing and a more mobile workforce in general. They comprise
What is RMM?
Eliminate the Break-Fix Approach to IT Support Remote Management and Monitoring (RMM) monitors endpoints, computers, mobile devices, and your entire IT infrastructure from a centralized
What Is IAM?
More Companies Are Turning to IAM The short answer to what is IAM, or identity and access management, is that it defines and manages the
What Is SIEM?
Improve Your Cybersecurity Let’s start with the basics. SIEM stands for security information and event management. First, it delivers detection, analytics, and response while collecting
Why Use Multi-Factor Authentication?
Block 99% of Attacks The answer is simple. It works. Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is your single most effective control to deter remote attacks. It prevents
Cybersecurity Best Practices
Boost the Security of Your IT Operations with These IT Solutions Implementing cybersecurity best practices can go a long way toward deflecting cyber-attacks. And let’s
What is Microsoft 365?
Microsoft’s cloud subscription plan known as Microsoft 365 (also known as Office 365) has grown in functionality and popularity since its introduction in 2011. The
Best VoIP Features
VoIP Features Deliver Key Benefits VoIP service continues growing in great measure thanks to its ability to save organizations money. The VoIP market projects to
What is Digital Transformation?
Are Your Taking Advantage of What Digital Transformation Offers? It isn’t easy to read any technology-based article and not see the words digital transformation somewhere.
Cloud Security
How Secure is Cloud Computing? There’s no shortage of concerns when it comes to cloud security. For example, a survey conducted by Savoy Stewart found
Why Data Backup Is Important
90% of Business Fail Without a Disaster Recovery Plan in Place More and more stories of cyber-attacks and massive natural disasters have been hitting the
Zero-Trust Network
Many organizations are adopting a zero-trust network. As an added layer of security, it helps prevent data breaches. But what is zero-trust security? A zero-trust
Pros and Cons of Cloud Computing
Are Cloud Services Right for Your Business? Before moving to the cloud, keep this in mind. No perfect solution exists. All options – be it
The Cost of Ransomware
Ransomware Costs Continue to Escalate The name pretty much sums it up. Ransomware is a form of malware. An attacker seizes control of a user’s
A Guide to VoIP Phones for Business
VoIP Services Help Your Business Run Even Better No question that VoIP phones for business are the rage. Consider these numbers: 90% of IT leaders
