Understanding the CrowdStrike Outage
A Guide for all concerned Business Owners and Managers On July 19, 2024, a software update from CrowdStrike, a top cybersecurity firm, caused major disruptions, impacting 8.5 million Windows computers. This incident affected airports, supermarkets, and media outlets, causing significant operational issues. To help you navigate this, we’ve created a free PDF guide written […]
Technology Insider | July 2024
Now… where did I leave my laptop? Welcome to the July 2024 edition of our Technology Insider newsletter. If you’ve ever lost a laptop, you’ll understand the sheer panic that results. And it’s not just the cost of the device that’s alarming. It’s the amount of data stored on it too. Whether you left it […]
Are your employees reporting security issues fast enough… or even at all?
The faster your employees report a potential cyber security issue, the less damage is done to your business. But how can you encourage quick reporting? Here we share some solid ideas.
Cyber attacks are more common than you think
A cyber attack will probably start with an email
Technology Insider | May 2024
You’d be lost without your email – so keep it secure! Welcome to the May 2024 edition of our Technology Insider newsletter. If there’s one tool in your business you and your entire team uses every day, it’s your email. You’d be lost without it. But far too many businesses don’t take email security seriously. […]
Technology Insider | April 2024
It’s time to fix your risky password habits Welcome to the April 2024 edition of our Technology Insider newsletter. Cyber security training is crucial, but equally important is getting good habits to stick. When it comes to passwords, most of us fall back to what’s easy and convenient. And that’s bad news for security. In […]
Your 2024 cyber security considerations
All businesses should adopt MFA
Can you imagine doing business in the Metaverse?
We start this month discussing the Metaverse. Imagine a massive 3D virtual space which mimics aspects of the physical world. We can all meet there at the same time, perhaps using virtual reality goggles or augmented reality glasses. Have a read and let me know if you think it’s time to start thinking about where […]
98% of all businesses have experienced at least one breach of their data
Keep up to date with key business security recommendations and best practices for your IT infrastructure A report recently found that a massive 98% of all businesses have experienced at least one breach of their data stored in the cloud, over the past 18 months. What? That’s almost ALL businesses. Did you know… 65% of […]
4 businesses become victims of malware every minute
Keep up to date with key business security recommendations and best practices for your IT infrastructure 4 businesses become victims of malware every minute How can Alexa help you to be more productive The easy way to stop copy and paste being annoying Plus, the usual tech quiz and fun facts…to keep you up-to-date
How much would a data breach really cost your company?
How much would a data breach really cost your company? Do your staff know how to recuperate that lost document in a couple of clicks? 76% of Office employees now depend on video calls, help them enjoy it
Let’s hit back at cyber criminals
Let’s hit back at cyber criminals by training every member of our team to stay safe Smishing is the latest boom in SMS messages for cyber fraud Can we help you to best use your IT budget for this yet? It will no doubt be tight A laptop is stolen every 53 seconds! Is your […]
Your Cloud Works Cyber Security Tips
New Publication : Email Lockdown
We talk about why Windows 7 will leave your business in the dark ages, helpful Office 365 applications and a bunch of tech tips that you’ll want to know. Our new book is free to download, get your copy of Email Lockdown
E.07 Cybersecurity 101 – Your Managed Security & Support Provider
Many people have commented that their IT support company are so good that they never seem to need them or hear from them, it all runs smoothly. As with any business to business service provider, yout IT support company charges you for the services and goods that they deliver to you each month. Many years […]
E.06 Cybersecurity 101 – Secure Password Culture
In our first Cybersecurity 101 blog of this series, we asked you for just 97 seconds, which is actually the same time an average hacker needs to crack your average password. Password security is a much more personal theme to discuss around cybersecurity. Your business can pay for firewalls, install top antivirus software and use […]
E.05 Cybersecurity 101 – Multi-Factor Authentication
You have already been using it for years! As Managed Security and Support providers, we have guided many people over the phone this year to set up multi-factor authentication for their different online accounts. I have found the classic scenario many times now, where the client is sick of setting up, creating passwords, checking for […]
E.04 Cybersecurity 101 – Security Awareness Training
2019 has seen a massive increase in Security Awareness across the Globe, yet in more areas more and more people don’t lock their doors and windows at night. How is that possible? The largest area of criminal activity worldwide has now been officially identified as cybercrime. They don’t need to force entry through the dodgy […]
Your Biggest Cyber Security Risk
Who Looks After Your IT? and Why?
Choosing the Right MSSP: 5 Important Questions to Ask For all small and medium businesses, technology is at the core of your business. Your IT environment is critical to your daily operations and efficiency, yet you don’t always have the time or resources to manage it. This is where a Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP) […]
E.03 Cybersecurity 101 – Malicious SPAM Email
Malicious SPAM Email – Irrelevant or unsolicited messages sent over the Internet, typically to a large number of users, for the purposes of advertising, phishing, spreading malware, etc. Secure your email now! Most attacks originate through your email. That latest studies indicate that over 80% of malicious cyberattacks on small and medium businesses originate from […]
E.02 Cybersecurity 101 – Business Security Assessment
The fear of discovering all that needs to be improved, often stops businesses from even assessing their cybersecurity requirements. Before you can change or improve your IT security landscape, you need to step back and discover exactly where you stand, and then act upon what needs to be done. In this article we will discuss […]
E.01 Cybersecurity 101 – For Everyone to Understand
97 seconds to read these 5 questions…the same 97 seconds that an average hacker takes to breach just one weak password at your company! 1.How long would your business last today without electricity, gas or water? It would not last, now let’s add one more essential service to that list: Your IT Services. Your desktops, servers, […]
Be Aware of these Malware Traps
COVID 19 Cyber Security