Cloud-Based Spam Filtering with Now IT Connects
Malware and ransomware attacks are big business for bad actors. Dozens of high-profile ransomware attacks have already occurred this year. It’s more important than ever to understand this cyber threat and protect your network with cloud-based spam filtering. Understanding Email Spam Threats The most common and troublesome email spam threat in 2020 has been ransomware, […]
Network Monitoring Keeps Your Business Safe: A Guest Post by Secure Net Pros
Cyber criminals never take a break, and neither should your network security. Keeping your business’s technology infrastructure safe is a ‘round the clock job. Fortunately, you don’t have to go it alone. Here’s how network monitoring keeps your business and your data safe. It’s Tough to Monitor Your Network Yourself Unresolved security threats can cause […]
The Four Fundamentals of Network Security: A Guest Post by Secure Net Pros
Whether your team is onsite or working remotely, the security of your network is an ongoing concern. Here are the four fundamentals of network security that all organizations should implement to protect their networks. 1. Assess Cyber Risk Stronger network security starts with a comprehensive cyber risk assessment. It is impossible to prioritize and address […]
3 Cyber Threats Remote Workers Face
Cyber security threats were a concern for businesses before the COVID-19 pandemic. But with many people working from home and accessing systems remotely, understanding and preventing cyber threats has become more urgent. No one knows what the new normal for work will be, but addressing these cyber threats now can put an organization in a […]
Do People Really Fall for Email Phishing Scams? Oh Yes.
If you consider yourself a savvy email user, you probably have a hard time believing people actually fall for spam and phishing email scams. How can they not tell the email is fake? Email scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated. We’ve seen some that spoof a company owner’s name, email address, and even email signature, complete […]
More Scary Tales from the Dark Web
In March, we told you all about the dark web, the shadow version of the internet we all know, use, and love. This month, we wanted to give you an idea of what’s been going on in the shadows since then (if you need a refresher on what the dark web is, read our March […]
Cyber Security for Your Business: Who’s Watching the Farm This Summer?
Noticing an extra skip in your step this week? That’s what the arrival of cabin season does to us here in Minnesota. The kids are barely out of school, and all we can think about is casting a line and enjoying a cold one up at the lake. And after this winter (and April!), who […]
Who’s Afraid of the Dark (Web)?
Ever wonder what happened to all the data stolen in the 2017 Equifax breach? The attack affected more than 148 million Americans. Unfortunately, there’s a good chance that your data was compromised. According to the Government Accountability Office, the Equifax breach involved a single web server at the credit bureau. The server had out-of-date software, […]
Don’t Leave Cyber Security Up to Luck This Year
As we predicted in January, cyber security remains a top concern of businesses in Minnesota and across the country. What have you done this year to keep your business’s sensitive data safe? If your answer is “Nothing yet!” we encourage you to give us a call to talk through why you can’t afford to ignore […]