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Everything You Need to Know About Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity has become an important topic, with many businesses going paperless and digitally storing essential and sensitive information. If business owners don’t protect their systems from digital attacks, they risk losing valuable data or having it end up in the wrong hands. Here, we’ll discuss everything you need to know about cybersecurity to ensure your company is protected. What Is Cybersecurity? Cybersecurity, also known as IT security, is the practice of protecting networks, systems, and [...]

By EOSEO|2023-10-10T14:46:00+00:00April 28th, 2023|OIT, Security|0 Comments

6 Common Types of Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities and How to Protect Against Them

In today's digital landscape, cybersecurity threats can have an enormous impact on businesses, and the potential risks extend beyond just financial loss. Taking proactive measures to protect your business against these risks is essential for business survival. But where to begin? Learning about the most common security vulnerabilities is a good place to start. Here are six of the most common types of cybersecurity vulnerabilities and what you can do to fix them. 1. System [...]

By OIT|2023-10-10T14:53:02+00:00March 30th, 2023|Data security, OIT, Security|0 Comments

Top 5 Reasons for an IT Assessment

Why IT Assessments are Essential for Staying Ahead of Industry Changes and Emerging Technologies In today's fast-paced technology landscape, it's more important than ever for organizations to stay ahead of industry changes and emerging technologies. To achieve this, IT assessments should be a crucial component of any organization's technology strategy. An IT assessment is a comprehensive review of an organization's technology infrastructure, including hardware, software, and security systems. It provides a detailed analysis of an [...]

By OIT|2023-10-10T15:02:59+00:00January 26th, 2023|IT assessment, OIT|0 Comments

Top 5 Ways to Increase Your Cybersecurity in 2023

Businesses today are experiencing cyber threats that can disrupt operations or even bring day-to-day business to a complete halt. Many of these threats can go undetected or are detected too late to avoid exposure. Cybersecurity ramifications extend to your entire organization, from the smallest process to your company's overall ability to function effectively. A data breach can destroy your competitive edge. Losing customer data to an attack can undermine their trust and cost your business. That's why [...]

By OIT|2023-10-10T15:09:48+00:00December 22nd, 2022|Data security, OIT|0 Comments

5 Lessons From 2022’s Leading Cyber Attacks

People and businesses are losing their life savings and critical information to hackers and other malicious actors. Accessing unsafe web pages, opening suspicious mail, and sharing password lists are among 2022’s leading causes of cyber insecurities. This article samples five massive attacks we’ve seen in 2022 and lessons on how to avoid these attacks from those who have been affected. 1. Cash App Investing Around April 2022, 8 million customers’ confidential information, like full names, [...]

By OIT|2023-10-10T15:15:48+00:00November 25th, 2022|cyber attack, OIT|0 Comments

Cybersecurity Practices You Might Not Be Using

Many small and mid-size businesses must protect their assets from various threats. This includes cyber threats, which are often underestimated. More companies need to start learning about potential dangers and how to implement the best cybersecurity practices. A tough cybersecurity policy can make network infrastructure more secure and employees less likely to be targeted in online attacks. Even better, a robust cybersecurity architecture isn’t as expensive as many business owners believe. Cybersecurity Overview Cybersecurity is [...]

By eomanager|2023-10-10T17:21:19+00:00October 26th, 2022|cyber attack, cyber crime, OIT|0 Comments

Cybersecurity Checklist for Hybrid Workers

Multi-layered network security configurations such as antivirus software, VPN, and firewalls help workers keep disparate data and communications safe when they’re in the office. That said, new security vulnerabilities appear when workers switch from working at the office to working at home. Hybrid workers can minimize their security risk by implementing the following measures: Avoid Public Wi-Fi - Whether at the airport or Starbucks, shun the temptation of using the free Wi-Fi in these spaces. [...]

By OIT|2023-10-10T17:33:41+00:00September 23rd, 2022|Data security, OIT|0 Comments

Why Schools Need to Prioritize Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity threats have become a key concern in many sectors, especially in education and learning institutes. The increased inter-connectivity of school systems and networks has led to increased efficiencies but has also inadvertently opened avenues for information security attacks. Moreover, the lack of trained IT staff in cybersecurity strategies has increased the risk of these attacks. As school resumes, it is essential to tighten security measures since the education sector is especially vulnerable to attacks [...]

By OIT|2023-10-10T17:40:40+00:00August 25th, 2022|Education, OIT|0 Comments

Can Your Team Spot the Signs of a Cyberattack?

As an organization, a data breach can be a tremendously damaging incident. Even though cybersecurity tools can be extremely helpful in intercepting cyberattacks, hackers may still find a way to infiltrate them. For this reason, it is wise for every employee, including senior management, to know the warning signs of a cyberattack. Below is a list of the most common ones to keep in your sight. Unexpected File Changes A hacker will always try to [...]

By OIT|2023-10-10T17:57:29+00:00July 22nd, 2022|cyber attack, OIT|0 Comments

5 Tips to Keep Your Information Private Online

Safeguarding login credentials, financials, and other sensitive information has long been a key priority for organizations. Sound practices are key when you want to shield such sensitive information from internal and external threats. As a tech-savvy individual or entity, you need to adequately protect your IT infrastructure from hackers, malware, and other malicious actors. Best cyber practices play an instrumental role in this equation. Do you need to keep your personal or business information private [...]

By OIT|2023-10-10T18:01:57+00:00June 24th, 2022|Data security, OIT|0 Comments