In August 2022, LastPass, a popular password manager service, announced that it had suffered a security breach that could potentially expose users’ email addresses, password reminders, and other sensitive information. While the company has stated that no master passwords or encrypted user vaults were compromised, the incident has understandably left many LastPass users concerned about […]
Exploring the World of ChatGPT: What It Is, How It’s Being Used, and Its Business Benefits
In our fast-paced and technology-driven world, communication has become easier and faster than ever before. With the advent of messaging applications and chatbots, businesses are now leveraging these tools to communicate with customers and clients more efficiently.
Everything You Need To Know About Data Retention and PII
2023 is set to be the year where data privacy takes the spotlight, meaning companies of all shapes and sizes will be under increased pressure to ensure they’re correctly storing, using and processing sensitive information like PII and PHI.
Don’t need Microsoft 365 Premium? How about Azure P1!
Many small and medium-sized organizations we speak to have shied away from embracing Microsoft 365 Premium due to concerns about costs and excess features that they are unlikely to use. This is understandable. The platform, after all, is aimed at larger, international enterprises.
Does MFA Fatigue Mean It’s Time To Rethink Cybersecurity?
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) has become an increasingly important security measure for organizations and individuals to protect against unauthorized access to systems and data. However, as useful as MFA can be, it is not without its drawbacks – and one of the biggest challenges is MFA fatigue.
Does Your Business Use Microsoft Outlook? You May Want To Consider Additional Email Security Measures!
It’s no secret that email is a critical communication tool for businesses, enabling employees to communicate with colleagues, partners and customers alike. However, given the prominence of email, it’s no surprise that it is also a common target for cyber threats like phishing attacks, spam, and malware. In fact, research shows that employees receive an […]
Why You Should Archive Your Email (and Back it Up)
An email is a vital tool for business communication, but it can also be a source of clutter and confusion. With the endless influx of emails, it’s easy to lose track of important messages, making it difficult to find them when needed. The onslaught of notifications and messages can easily overwhelm any inbox. This is […]
The Benefits Of Aligning Your Business With CIS Standards
If you own a business, you know that staying up-to-date with industry standards is crucial for success. One standard that more and more businesses are turning to is the Center for Internet Security (CIS) standards. These standards are a set of best practices for technology security and can help your business stay safe and secure […]
NIST versus CIS – part one
It would be difficult to discuss cyber security without mentioning either the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) or the Center for Internet Security (CIS). Both of these organizations play a major role in setting cybersecurity standards, but there are some key differences between the two that IT professionals should keep in mind.
The Next Evolution Of Passwords: Passkeys – How They Work and How You Will Use Them
Password security is becoming an increasingly important discussion, given the growing frequency of cyber-attacks as well as the proliferation of digital services we use to manage every aspect of our lives. Although we’re often encouraged to use strong passwords and different passwords for different online accounts, this is a task that many of us find […]