Updated devices are safe devices One of the smartest ways to protect your business from cyber-attack is to keep the software and apps on your devices updated. This shouldn’t be a problem for companies with internal IT resources or an outsourced IT provider. But what if you’re a sole practitioner, or don’t have someone in… Read more »
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3 Vital Steps In Minimising Damage From A Cyberattack
Protect your business from after-effects of a hack 3-Vital steps to minimise shock waves to your business post-data breach If you’re reading this because your business or Firm has been hacked, then I feel for you. Sadly, you’re not unique. BDO’s report, ‘2018/2019 Cyber Security Survey’ states, ‘Data loss/theft of confidential information incidents rose by… Read more »
5 Key Advantages & Benefits of Cloud IT Solutions
5 Key Advantages & Benefits of Cloud IT Solutions Security – cloud IT solutions provide the most sophisticated security available, backing up your data to multiple locations with multiple layers of security to ensure you can’t be hacked. Flexibility – using cloud solutions allows for an array of options such as “add ons” that can integrate… Read more »
When Is A Hack A Data Breach?
When is a hack a data breach? When do you need to report it? When is a hack a data breach? And, if your business loses or has data stolen, what’s the best way to minimise ‘aftershocks’ of a cyber-attack? Really, who cares? If your business is covered by the Privacy Act 1988 – you should! As of 22 February 2018, all Australian… Read more »
4 Ways To Beat Online Scams
Did you get a bargain from the recent Black Friday sales? Or did your purchase not quite live up to its description? Imagine if a national survey was conducted to track customer satisfaction from online purchases made during peak sales times…
Cyber Safe Mobile Tips They Haven’t Told You
These tips are easy for anyone to adopt, and they are guaranteed to power up security of your portable, mobile devices…
The Dangers Of Public Wifi
DNS Protection is a method of filtering for viruses using Domain Name Servers. It gives you an added level of protection by complementing anti-virus solutions and ensures your business firewall ‘travels’ wherever you go.
New Malware Targeting Windows Users
A new malware threat has been identified, called Reductor, that targets Windows users. It’s been described as ‘evil, malicious and dangerous, but clever’ in its ability to compromise encrypted web communications without detection.
The Risks Of Having A Great Social Media Profile
Traditional marketing advocates having up-to-date online profiles as a great way connect with like-minded people, attract job offers and promote your company or services to a worldwide community. Which is true, however serious security issues affecting online data recommend you reconsider what you share in promoting yourself or your business.
5 Rock Solid Tips To Increase Your Online Security
One of the world’s leading Password Management businesses has reacted swiftly and conscientiously to an identified bug that exposed user credentials to malicious or compromised websites through a serious of actions.
