When was the last time you thought about how you log in to your accounts? Or how secure those logins really are? For years, we’ve relied on passwords. But let’s be honest, passwords are a pain. They’re easy to forget, often reused, and a prime target for cyber criminals. That’s where passkeys come in. And, […]
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When you hire someone new, do you think about how secure your business really is? Most business owners focus on making sure their new starter has what they need. You know, a laptop, email account, access to the right systems… maybe a quick intro to the team. But those first few months of a new […]
When you’re trying to protect your business, what could possibly go wrong by downloading antivirus software? More than you might think. If you’re not careful, that “antivirus” might be the threat. Cyber criminals are getting better and better at creating fake websites that look just like the real thing. One recent example involved a convincing […]
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Ever tried to follow a show where the main villain had four different names? Impossible, right? But that’s exactly what it’s like in the world of cyber security right now. One hacking group can be tracked under completely different names, depending on who’s writing about them. Whether it’s Microsoft, Google, CrowdStrike, or another security firm. […]
Cybercrime is no longer a distant risk; it’s a daily challenge for businesses of all sizes. From sophisticated ransomware campaigns to opportunistic phishing emails, attackers are constantly looking for a way in. One of the simplest but most effective tools in your cyber security toolkit are properly configured firewalls. But not all firewalls are created […]
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When you get an email from Microsoft, you probably don’t think twice about opening it. Right? After all, it’s Microsoft. One of the biggest, most trusted tech companies in the world. But what if that email isn’t from Microsoft at all? Cyber criminals love using trusted brands to trick people. And right now, Microsoft is the most […]
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What would you do if you arrived at work tomorrow and all your files were gone? Not just missing. But locked up. Encrypted. Held for ransom by criminals demanding a massive payout just to get them back. Maybe. That’s the reality of ransomware. And it’s getting worse. In the first quarter of 2025, ransomware attacks […]
Be honest. Do you still have at least one password that looks like “12345” or “password123”? If so, you’re not alone. But that doesn’t mean it’s OK. Despite years of warnings from IT experts (people like me), weak passwords are still everywhere. And that’s a real problem. Because they’re one of the easiest ways for […]
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Have you ever stopped to think how much fraud could be costing your business? It’s easy to consider fraud as a problem for big companies. The kind with thousands of employees and dedicated security teams. But that’s a dangerous assumption. Fraud is a growing threat to companies of every size. And small to medium sized businesses are […]
Ever needed to quickly convert a file, say, from a Word doc to a PDF? And found yourself Googling for a free tool to do it? It seems harmless enough, right? A quick download, a fast conversion, job done. But what if I told you that one small click could secretly open the door to […]
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