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October, 2022
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SECURITY HINTS & TIPS: Keep Devices and Software Up to Date
You know that little pop-up prompting you to restart your computer for a software update? The one that only seems to come up when you’re in the middle of something…
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September, 2022
SECURITY HINTS & TIPS: The Dangers of Using Messaging Apps on Work Devices
Messaging apps such as WhatsApp, Discord, and WeChat are a great way to keep in touch with friends and family. But not all messaging apps are safe to use on…
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August, 2022
SCAM OF THE WEEK: Callback Phishing Scams
The Dangers of Callback Phishing Scams While making a phone call may seem harmless, you should always consider who's on the other end of the line. Cybercriminals can use callback…
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August, 2022
SCAM OF THE WEEK: Using QuickBooks to Make a Quick Buck
Quickbook Scams QuickBooks is a popular accounting software that offers free accounts to its users. While many individuals and organizations use QuickBooks to track their finances, cybercriminals have been using…
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July, 2022
A Cybersecurity Primer for School District Leaders
Recently, I had lunch with a longtime friend who is a school superintendent. After catching up, the conversation quickly moved toward the more pressing issues facing school leaders today. Covid,…
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May, 2022
6 Reasons MSSPs are a Great Cybersecurity Solution for Businesses
As technology continues to evolve, so does the frequency of sophisticated cyber-attacks. Regardless of size or industry, all businesses are viable targets for cybercriminals. These threats demand that companies take…
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April, 2022
How Hackers Get Your Password and How to Defend Yourself
The Evolution of PasswordsDespite the world’s best efforts to get everyone off passwords and onto something else (e.g., MFA, passwordless authentication, biometrics, zero trust, etc.) for decades, passwords have pervasively…
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April, 2022
Managed Detection and Response (MDR) and Global Cybersecurity Risks: Why Small to Medium Sized Businesses (SMB’s) Need to Pay Attention to Both
Managed Detection and Response (MDR) and Global Cybersecurity Risks Cybersecurity headlines are all over the news. Most recently, President Biden's administration, the Department of Homeland Security, and the US Department…
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February, 2022
US Companies Warned – Prepare for Russian Cyber Attacks
US Companies Warned– Prepare for Russian Cyber Attacks The Department of Justice (DOJ), Department of Homeland Security, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI)…
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January, 2022
New York State Cyber Compliance Regulations
New York State Cyber Compliance Regulations Let’s face it. Regulatory compliance is not a fun topic, but it is a necessary one. With regulations ever-changing, and standards varying by sector,…