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You are three hours into a long holiday drive. You are exhausted, and your child asks to play a game on your laptop. It is your work laptop—the one containing client files, financial data, and access to your entire business. While keeping them entertained sounds appealing, holiday travel creates security vulnerabilities you do not face in your normal routine. Whether you are traveling for business, pleasure, or a combination of both, you are often distracted, tired, and conne

To keep your business safe in an environment of escalating digital threats, a reactive stance is no longer sufficient—you must be proactive. This is especially true during the holiday season, a period when cybercriminals intensify their efforts, knowing your team is distracted by year-end goals and a surge in online activity. Their methods are not simple; they use highly sophisticated, socially engineered tactics designed to create panic and bypass standard security. Therefor

If you do business with the Department of Defense (DoD), Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance is not optional—it's a critical requirement that safeguards your future in the defense industry. With CMMC Level 2 requiring 110 control s and 320 objectives, it's a significant undertaking. Why CMMC Compliance Matters CMMC compliance is essential for any contractor working with the DoD. It ensures that sensitive information is protected. In today's digital la

Don't Wait On CMMC 2.0 Compliance! If you are a Department of Defense (DoD) contractor, the CMMC deadline isn't just approaching—it's here. If you have a deferred 7012 clause in your contract, you must be CMMC Level 2 certified or face severe penalties and the risk of losing that business. Waiting until the last minute is a dangerous gamble, risking everything you've built, including new contracts, existing partnerships, and your future in the defense industry. Here’s why del

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month ! This year, let’s go beyond just awareness  and focus on action  to keep your business secure and running smoothly. Cybercrime is a serious business that strikes faster and smarter than ever before, using automation, AI, and social engineering to target organizations of all sizes. The best defense is a proactive, cutting-edge offense . That’s why we’ve put together a 31-day calendar of essential tips—from foundational protection  to a

You don’t have to be a big corporation to suffer a major cyberattack. In fact, small businesses are now the most common targets for cybercriminals. Why? Because they’re easier to get into – and more likely to pay up. And while a Fortune 500 company might be able to eat the cost of a breach, most small businesses can’t. According to IBM’s   Cost Of A Data Breach Report 2024 , the average cost of a data breach is $4.88 million . That includes downtime, lost customers, legal fee

Imagine waking up to find a stranger's voice coming from your child's bedroom, transmitted through a hacked smart camera. Unfortunately, this scenario is all too real. In 2020, a Mississippi family experienced this nightmare when a hacker accessed their Ring camera, taunting their eight-year-old daughter and playing music until her parents intervened. The Risks and Rewards of Smart Cameras Smart cameras are popular for homes and small businesses, offering an affordable way to

In today's data-driven world, navigating compliance regulations like HIPAA and PCI can feel overwhelming for IT companies. As a business in Rochester, NY, understanding these laws is essential for protecting your clients and maintaining your reputation. This blog post will provide clarity on HIPAA and PCI compliance, offering guidance to help you navigate these complex waters with confidence. Understanding the Basics of HIPAA and PCI HIPAA, or the Health Insurance Portability

Data Privacy Day is your reminder to secure what matters most—your business's sensitive information. With cybercriminals targeting nearly 43% of SMBs, a data breach can cost you more than money—it can damage your reputation and disrupt operations. Hackers often exploit weak passwords, phishing scams, or unsecured networks to access valuable data like customer details, employee records, and financial secrets. Don’t wait to become a statistic; take action now to protect your b

In the realm of cybersecurity, threats can manifest in deeply unsettling ways, targeting individuals and their most private information....

Hackers are leveraging the power of artificial intelligence to launch smarter, faster, and more targeted cyberattacks.

This incident serves as a wake-up call for businesses of all sizes about the importance of cybersecurity.

As we move into 2025, businesses face an ever-changing landscape in technology and cybersecurity. Companies must adapt not just to keep up, but to thrive in this environment. This post explores essential IT and cybersecurity upgrades that can significantly impact success in the coming years. The Rise of Artificial Intelligence in IT AI is transforming how businesses operate. By automating routine tasks, AI allows for more focus on strategic initiatives. For example, organizat

Summer is a popular time for vacation travel. If you’re looking to squeeze in any last-minute travel, there is a scam circulating that you need to be aware of. As costs for everything from food to travel continue to increase, the logical step is to search for the best deals online to book a memorable trip without breaking your budget. According to Booking.com , cybercriminals have decided to capitalize on this need and are now using one scarily convincing, AI-generated phishi

The National Cancer Institute in Maryland recently analyzed data from three major US health studies that gathered information on people’s daily multivitamin use. They discovered that people who took daily multivitamins had a 4% higher mortality rate than those who didn’t. This surprising result echoes a scene from the movie Grumpy Old Men , where a character explains that, despite never exercising and having unhealthy habits, he has outlived many who followed strict health r

When 8.5 million Windows devices, including those at airlines, banks and hospitals, suddenly displayed the “Blue Screen of Death,” people...

Phishing attacks are the most common cybercrime attack for one reason…they work. Every day, over 3.4 billion spam e-mails reach unsuspecting users’ inboxes. Phishing e-mails have held the top spot as the most frequent form of attack for years because they’re easy to implement, easy to scale and continue to fool people. AI tools like ChatGPT are now making it even easier for cybercriminals to create e-mails that look and sound like they’re coming from humans instead of bots an

A recent report from Check Point Research revealed a shocking statistic – the Microsoft-owned business platform LinkedIn is impersonated...