“One million dollars!” It’s the classic line from Dr. Evil, the villain from Austin powers, when he threatens the world with a nuclear bomb. This iconic scene may bring laughter to our minds, but in real life anything dealing with ransom is typically void of laughter. Ransomware is no exception! What Is Ransomware? Ransomware is a software, paired with a hacker, that kidnaps your data and ransoms your company! When this happens, you have limited options; Continue Reading
Most people are aware of terms like phishing and malware, but do you know those are a part of a larger scheme called social engineering? This is not a new kind of fraud; in fact, it’s been used for many years to manipulate a wide range of people into giving up important data about themselves or workplace. A prime example of social engineering goes back to Greek mythology with the Trojan horse. They infiltrated the city of Troy with a “peace offering” filled Continue Reading
Here’s a quick test – what do these seemingly random alphanumerical groupings have in common? 123456 password 123456789 12345678 12345 111111 1234567 sunshine qwerty iloveyou That is a list of the top ten passwords used in 2018. Recognize any of these? If you don’t, you’re not necessarily in the clear, but your chance of becoming compromised or hacked is far less than someone who uses one of these passwords. If you do recognize these, you’re certainly testing your luck. These days, Continue Reading
Ugh! Must create a new password again! It can be difficult looking at things around you to create a password that is strong, and you can remember it. Here are 4 tips and tricks to help you create a more secure password system.
Right now, a lot of focus is on your company’s website, but when was the last time you looked over it yourself? It may be time to revamp your content, update your information, and give your website some TLC. Here are 4 tips we advise when looking at giving your website a beautiful make over:
