Todays businesses heavily rely on the internet to operate and communicate, but with this comes a vital need: cybersecurity protection. Continue reading
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Windows End-Of-Life
Many companies have computers that are still running older operating systems. The systems may only be used occasionally or if they are running customised software that won’t work on newer Windows versions) they may be in use fulltime. The problem is that when operating systems become outdated or end of life, they are not patched which leaves them wide open to cyberattacks. Continue reading
The Biggest Vulnerabilities that Hackers are Feasting on Right Now
Software vulnerabilities are an unfortunate part of working with computers. A developer works hard to put out a software release with millions of lines of code. Hackers then look for loopholes that allow them to breach that code. Continue reading
6 Discontinued Tech Tools You Shouldn’t Be Using
The one constant thing about technology is that it changes rapidly! Things that were once shiny and new can now be ancient and obsolete. New versions replace those old obsolete tools and the continued use of old technology can leave computers and networks vulnerable to attack. Continue reading
Keeping Your Hardware Safe and Secure
Most of us can differentiate between hardware and software. But how many know what firmware refers to? More importantly, is your business securing its firmware against security vulnerabilities? Continue reading
8 Cyber Security Tips To Help Secure Your Business
Cyber security and Internet attacks has been all over the Australian media recently after the recent press conference from The Prime Minister – Scott Morrison. During the press conference, he mentioned that Australian Businesses, government agencies and other entities are under an active cyber attack campaign by a “state-based actor”. Scott didn’t elaborate too much on who they are but urged businesses to check and if needed increase their cyber security. Continue reading
Are You Protected Against Leakware?
You should have heard about ransomware by now. Cyber-criminals access and encrypt your data and you have to pay a “ransom” for the key to unlock your data. If you have a backup you can revert to that and forget about the hackers threats. Leakware (also known as extortionware) is similar, but now the bad actors are threatening to post your confidential information online if you don’t pay up. Continue reading
5 Ways to Enhance Strong Network Security for your Business
Even with the constant development of new and powerful security measures, there are still many businesses that fall victim to the wave of cybercrimes floating around the internet today. Continue reading
Security Updates – The Better Way to Patch
Updates often come at the worst moment: you shut down your laptop to rush to a meeting and see the dreaded “Windows is updating. Do not power off” message! Or you leave your desktop for a minute and come back to find your computer has restarted in your absence – those unexpected bug fixes and performance improvements lost your unsaved work. Continue reading
Invest In Your IT Security – Before It Is Too Late!
The rule “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” is common for many business owners. It can serve to protect your business against unnecessary costs and unneeded downtime. While protecting your business against many types of danger, it poses a large threat when it comes to your IT security.