Security

Multi-Factor Authentication Isn’t Fool Proof, but it is Useful

Multi-Factor Authentication Isn’t Fool Proof, but it is Useful

  • By Rafiq Masri
  • February 9, 2024
  • Security

Data security is an ongoing challenge, given the evolving tactics of hackers and scammers. IT administrators face a complex situation as these threats become more sophisticated. Employing security measures such as multi-factor authentication (MFA) or two-factor authentication (2FA) has emerged as an effective means to enhance organizational data protection. In this discussion, we will go into the advantages of this...

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Cybersecurity Needs to Be a Part of Your 2023 IT Strategy

Cybersecurity Needs to Be a Part of Your IT Strategy

  • By Rafiq Masri
  • January 26, 2024
  • Security

In today's digital world, SMBs need to establish a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy to protect themselves from a range of potential threats. Whether it's a small business with a handful of employees or a large corporation with thousands of workers, every organization is vulnerable to cyberattacks. That’s worth stressing because so many business owners think they are immune simply because of...

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Could Your Business Resist a Hacker? Here’s How to Find Out

Could Your Business Resist a Hacker? Here’s How to Find Out

  • By Rafiq Masri
  • January 21, 2024
  • Security

Let’s say that, right now, someone was attempting to break into your network…could they do it? Is there some vulnerability present on your network that has left you open to attack? This is a question you need to know the answer to so that you can resolve it. One way to get this answer is by bringing on a professional...

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It Pays to Ensure Your Cloud Services are Configured Properly

It Pays to Ensure Your Cloud Services are Configured Properly

  • By Rafiq Masri
  • January 12, 2024
  • Cloud

The cloud is a great tool for a modern business, provided the resources a business is using are properly configured. Otherwise, the business is sitting on a potential security breach. Let’s talk about why this is, and what can be done about it. (more…)

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Suspicious Links? It’s All In The Period

Suspicious Links? It’s All In The Period

  • By Rafiq Masri
  • January 5, 2024
  • Security

We’re always telling people to avoid clicking on suspicious links, but the bad guys are making it harder to tell the difference between a legitimate URL and a suspicious one. We’re going to try to simplify it for you, and have you focus on the placement of a single punctuation mark in a link to tell if it might be...

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With the Right Help, Even A Kidnapped Santa Claus Isn’t Hard to Fix

With the Right Help, Even A Kidnapped Santa Claus Isn’t Hard to Fix

Most of us know that Santa Claus lives at the North Pole, but fewer know that he’s specifically built his big castle and workshop someplace called the Laughing Valley. There, he and all the elves, sprites, pixies, and fairies that help him make his toys live and work to give the children of the world their presents each year. All...

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Remote Work Demands Zero-Trust Policies

Remote Work Demands Zero-Trust Policies

  • By Rafiq Masri
  • December 20, 2023
  • Security

Against all odds, remote work has been gradually accepted, but regardless of how your organization does it, it would be imprudent to overlook the obvious cybersecurity risks presented by remote work. Let’s take a look at the essence of zero-trust security and explore why it has evolved into the standard that organizations of all sizes should adhere to. (more…)

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Mobile Device Management is an Effective and Powerful Solution for SMBs

Mobile Device Management is an Effective and Powerful Solution for SMBs

Mobility takes center stage for many businesses that want to improve productivity. This necessitates a Mobile Device Management (MDM) tool that can help organizations keep tabs on devices within their networks. Let’s discuss some of the biggest selling points of today’s Mobile Device Management tools. (more…)

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Protecting Yourself Starts with Understanding Scams

Protecting Yourself Starts with Understanding Scams

  • By Rafiq Masri
  • December 6, 2023
  • Security

While many businesses are actively formulating operational plans and marketing budgets, it's imperative to acknowledge the significant challenges that could lead to substantial losses and extensive expenses if proactive measures aren't taken. (more…)

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How to Secure Your Transactions

How to Secure Your Transactions

  • By Rafiq Masri
  • November 22, 2023
  • Security

The Internet allows online transactions to take place, but they must be properly protected so that hackers and cybercriminals don’t make off with your sensitive data. Here are some simple ways you can ensure that your business is protecting its online transactions. (more…)

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