Category Archives: Security

Why 60% of Data Backups Fail Businesses When They Need Them Most

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Data backups are the backbone of business continuity. From natural disasters and cyber-attacks to accidental deletions, there are myriad reasons why your business needs to back up its data. Recent findings by Avast spotlight a critical concern for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs): 60% of data backups fail when they’re needed the most. Fifty percent […]

Why Hackers Love Shadow IT

Hackers love Shadow IT because it provides them with new opportunities to get at your firm’s data and private information. And because businesses tend not to know about the Shadow IT running in their organizations, defenses against hackers tend to be weaker or non-existent. What is Shadow IT and Where Can It Be Found? Shadow […]

Common Types of Spyware

In previous articles, we’ve discussed phishing and ransomware and how they can wreak havoc on your firm, clients, and employees. However, you should be aware of another type of malicious hacker program — Spyware. Spyware is a specific type of software that can be particularly insidious. What is Spyware? Spyware is software that allows hackers […]