Why Cybersecurity Is a Competitive Advantage in 2025 With a 10% increase from last year, the average cost of a data breach in 2024 was $4.88 million. Not only does cybersecurity save businesses money in the long run, but it also has many other added benefits that directly affect their bottom line. Cybersecurity has evolved […]
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In the first five weeks of 2025, U.S. ransomware attacks increased 149% year over year. These attacks have been made easier than ever to launch by less-skilled individuals. This is due to them using ransomware as a service (RaaS) kits. In this blog, we’ll break down what ransomware as a service is, why it’s dangerous,
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With cybercrime costing the world $9.5 trillion USD in 2024, companies are becoming more aware of the need for cybersecurity & IT. With costs of attacks increasing each year and the threat of a breach being devastating, many businesses are left wondering: What is the difference between EDR and Antivirus? Let’s break down the core
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Cybercrime is evolving rapidly; every month, hackers use increasingly more sophisticated tactics to exploit businesses and individuals. As we step into 2025, it’s crucial to understand the top hacking specialties that pose the most significant threats. Here are the top four hacking threats to watch out for and how to protect your business from them.
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The National Security Agency (NSA) is regarded as one of the most secure agencies in the world. While the NSAs exact operating budget isn’t known, it’s estimated to be in the billions. Despite this fact, the NSA has been breached multiple times in huge breaches that still have long-lasting effects. In this blog, we’ll cover
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Smishing is a form of phishing that uses fraudulent mobile text messages, a threat growing at an alarming rate. These social engineering attacks aim to trick victims into clicking malicious links, downloading malware, or sending money to cybercriminals. Smishing surged by 328% in 2020, and 76% of businesses were targeted in a single year. Let’s
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Ever heard of cryptojacking? In 2023 alone, over 332.3 million of these attacks were conducted. Cryptojacking is a newer cybercrime where cybercriminals use a person’s computer to mine cryptocurrency for them. Today, we’ll explain how these attacks work, how to spot if you’re a victim, and tips to prevent these attacks. How Cryptojacking Works Cryptojacking
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Whether you’re a business owner or someone in a management role, managing return on investment (ROI) is one of the most important aspects of a business. For many, the highest ROI possible is the goal. Regarding cybersecurity, one survey concluded that 92% of companies with 50 or fewer employees don’t have a dedicated cybersecurity budget.
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Millions of people are at risk of their accounts being breached due to a weak password. Dictionary attacks are one of the simplest yet most effective tools a hacker may use. Using common words or phrases for passwords makes you vulnerable to dictionary attacks. Today, we’ll discuss exactly what these attacks are, how effective they
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Securing your workspace is often overlooked by employees. In reality, a secure workspace helps protect sensitive data, prevent cyber threats, ensure business continuity, build trust with clients, and be compliant with regulations. Simple workspace solutions, like a clear desk policy, go a long way in protecting sensitive data. A secure workspace isn’t just about technology;
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