10 Network Security Vulnerabilities and Threats to Have on Your Radar

Network Security Vulnerabilities

   Network security vulnerabilities and threats are constantly evolving. As new technologies develop and become more widely used, so do new ways for attackers to exploit them. To keep up with the latest news on network security vulnerabilities and threats and minimize your IT infrastructure’s security risk, it’s important to stay up-to-date on the […]

6 BYOD Security Risks & What You Can Do About Them

BYOD Security Risks

  The 2021 US census found that roughly 9 million Americans work remotely. Although many companies originally planned a return to the office, fewer are actually doing it. This is unsurprising, 83% of employees prefer remote work. However, this leaves many discussing the risks of BYOD policies. “Bring Your Own Device” (BYOD) and remote work […]

What’s the Difference Between MDR vs. EDR?

MDR and EDR

  MDR and EDR serve similar purposes. The biggest difference between them is that EDR is deployed using a software tool and MDR is deployed by a human team. MDR also covers your entire network, while EDR focuses on specific endpoints. The best option varies depending on your organization’s needs. Both will enhance your security […]

How to Build an Ironclad Network Security Plan – and Why It’s Important

Network Security Plan

There’s nothing worse than having your entire team’s production come to a screeching halt because your network has faltered. It not only causes immense frustration (think smashed keyboards) but can lead to massive losses – as high as $5,600 per minute. The good news is that a well-planned and implemented network security plan can preempt […]

What is an Information Security Policy? Definition, Importance, & Examples

What is an Information Security Policy

Whether they know it or not, most businesses have some form of an information security policy. That’s because most businesses have security, confidentiality, and information disclosure protocols. However, many smaller businesses don’t have official documentation highlighting their standards. This is a problem. Without official documentation, it’s difficult to prove it if an employee breaches policy. […]

The Critical Benefits of Cyber Security Training

Benefits of Cyber Security Training

Cyber security attacks are rising by as much as 50% year over year. The majority of attacks on small businesses come by way of social engineering. With the average cost of a data breach being in the millions, many businesses are looking to increase their cybersecurity efforts. Cyber awareness training can be the difference between […]

The Different Types of Network Security

What Is Network Security

In 2013, the major security breach at retail giant Target shook the world, with cybercriminals accessing the sensitive information of 41 million customers, including their names, addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, and payment card information. The aftermath was devastating for Target, with numerous lawsuits, lost customers, and a severely damaged reputation costing the company $18.5 […]

IT Support vs. Help Desk

IT Support vs. Help Desk

If you’ve been looking for help with your IT for your business, you may have come across companies offering IT support as well as help desk services. While these are distinct terms, it’s best not to think in terms of IT support vs. help desk. Rather you should think of them as complementary and intersecting […]

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