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Learn more about one way these criminals steal data — through watering hole attacks.

If you think your email is safe from hackers, think again. A lack of sufficient email security measures can result in data theft, unauthorized access to sensitive information, and malware attacks.

We receive calls on a daily basis from customers who have received an email but are unsure if it is from a legitimate source. Phishing scams are becoming more sophisticated so it pays to remain vigilant.  We’d like to share 6 top tips on how to prevent a Phishing attempt. 1. Check for spelling mistakes GetRead more

You can’t afford to lose business data. It takes away the trust of your clients, leading to loss of revenue. Cybercriminals are here to stay, so it’s more important than ever to utilise tight security measures to keep your business data safe. Still, some hackers may have advanced cracking skills or are really determined toRead more

Cybersecurity is everyone’s responsibility. But you don’t need to be an IT expert to know how to protect yourself from a cyber attack. To help you get started, here are helpful terms you need to know so you’re not left in the dark, whether you’re teaching yourself how to update your anti-malware, updating your systems,Read more

Hackers use cryptojacking to mine cryptocurrencies, and this process can cause PCs to run below optimal speeds.  If you have a relatively new computer but are experiencing performance problems after clicking a link or visiting a website, you might be a victim of cryptojacking. Here’s what to do. Hijacked hardware Instead of paying for computingRead more

There are a lot of pros and cons when it comes to monitoring your employees online. We’ve put together an honest and transparent list of arguments for and against this practice. And if you decide it is something you want to pursue, we’ve provided some tips for a smooth implementation process. The case for monitoringRead more

Cloud technology is becoming more pervasive every day. A Forbes report found that 77% of companies have at least one application or a portion of their computing infrastructure in the cloud. But somehow, myths about its lack of security remain. Hands-on management Unless you have an overinflated budget, relying on local copies of data andRead more

Many internet users still do not understand what the padlock icon in their web browser’s address bar is for. It represents HTTPS, a security feature that authenticates websites and protects the information users submit to them. This is an important feature that lets users know whether the site they are visiting is secure or not.Read more

Advertisers have found a new way to track you through the autocomplete password function in your web browser. According to Freedom to Tinker, a few advertising networks are using tracking scripts to capture the email addresses that you fill in on websites. Why auto-fill passwords are so dangerous When you save your username and password on aRead more