Category Archives: Security
Data Loss is Risky Business
Every small business owner knows how important it is to have a data backup of their computers in case of emergency. Yet many don’t know where to start or believe their current backup solution is adequate. When the unexpected happens like a hard drive crash they are blindsided by data loss. According to research by [...]
Will Your Password Survive an Attack?
As small businesses ramp up their efforts to stop cyber terrorists the most basic of security policies are often the most crucial. With the focus being on strengthening security and keeping virus software up to date user passwords are often overlooked. A weak password can be a hacker’s best friend and an easy entry point [...]
Strengthen Your Internet Security
Security threats are continually evolving – as threats change, and new threats appear. The continuously increasing level of security threats makes it imperative for small businesses to increase their level of security knowledge and investment. Fortunately, there are also a variety of ways to protect your business from Internet security threats. Investing in reliable security [...]
Social Networking and Small Business Security
Online technology, particularly social media, creates a myriad of challenges and problems for businesses. In small business marketing, promotion through social marketing, such as Facebook, Twitter and Google+ is becoming a huge trend. Online businesses realize the affordability and ease of use of these channels and are using them as promotional tools. Unfortunately social networking, [...]
Avoiding Mobile Malware: Tips for Small Businesses
Mobile malware is an increasing threat for small businesses and can have a substantial impact on finances and operations. To understand mobile malware we encourage you to read last week’s blog post on the topic. The good news is there are some easy steps that will reduce your business’s exposure to mobile malware. Here is [...]
Understanding Mobile Malware
Last month we warned Android device users to beware of malware attacks, this month we will help you understand what mobile malware is. Mobile malware can take on many forms so it is important for small businesses to understand what impact they can have on operations and costs. Very similar to traditional PC virus and [...]
Easy Ways A Small Business Can Protect Itself From A Cyberattack
Just read a great blog post by Dr. Eric Cole, covering a few easy ways a small business can protect itself from a cyberattack. Here’s a quick recap of some easy prevention measures any small business can do. Have an Internet Policy in Place Establish and enforce security guidelines for your staff. Passwords, internet downloads, [...]
Android Device Users: Beware of Malware
According to a recent report by McAfee Labs, Android smartphone users are now the sole target of mobile malware writers. While there are still many threats for every smartphone type, all new development activity for the 3rd Quarter was squarely focused on the Android platform. Don’t take this to mean that you should dump all [...]
Cyber-crime Can Cripple a Small Business
Cyber-criminals, along with their tools and methods, have drastically evolved. Even novice users are now capable of breaking through data security walls. Cyber criminals now range from the “bad guys” who are simply computer geeks having fun, to the high-tech criminals who steal critical private information across the globe. This evolution could be crippling for [...]
Keeping Your Small Business Safe from Cybercriminals
As a small business owner, do you believe that your company is safe from viruses, hackers, malware and cybersecurity breaches? If so, you’re not alone. However, this could be far from the truth. You shouldn’t assume that a security threat won’t happen to your small business before you know the real odds. Anyone who is [...]
