NEWS FROM THE EDGE

In an era where digital threats are escalating, small business owners find themselves increasingly targeted by cyber criminals. Understanding these threats, particularly social engineering, is crucial. In fact, no matter how much you invest in security applications and policies, your employees remain the most vulnerable part of any network environment. This blog aims to demystify social engineering, shed light on its common forms, and offer strategies for defense.

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While the holiday season often brings a surge in sales and customer engagement, it’s also a period when cyber risks increase significantly. Consequently, the volume of attacks can overwhelm even the most robust cybersecurity systems. This brief article explains why the holidays present a unique cybersecurity threat, shares statistics about the breadth of the risks, and identifies several effective ways to keep your business safe this year.

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Cyber threats regularly target small businesses for their lack of sophistication and preparation. While regulations and cyber insurance applications compel businesses to invest in sophisticated protection, decision makers would be wise to start with a focus on effective password management. This brief article describes how passwords remain a network’s most vulnerable entry point, how a password manager meets that challenge, and the best practices for implementing a password manager.

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The term “antivirus” probably represents the first time most non-tech folks became acquainted with the concept of cybersecurity. Thirty years ago, Peter Norton in his black rimmed glasses graced the yellow boxes of Norton Antivirus for home use. Cybersecurity quickly evolves and, like so many applications, antivirus quickly evolves with it. Enter Next-Generation Antivirus (NGAV). This article defines NGAV, how it differs from traditional antivirus solutions, and why antivirus remains a pivotal component of your cybersecurity strategy.
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As a “regular” person going to work every day, perhaps even as a business owner, you likely understand that cybersecurity works in layers. However, you may not know how many layers comprise your cybersecurity solution or the specific objective of each layer in place. Any worthy cybersecurity solution includes DNS filtering as a critical layer. This brief article defines DNS, explains how it works, describes the purpose of DNS filtering, and identifies the many threats it prevents.

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In today’s interconnected digital world, terms like “Dark Web” may sound like they’ve been plucked straight out of a spy novel. However, for small business owners, understanding what the Dark Web is and its potential implications is critical to safeguard valuable information. In this brief article, I define the Dark Web, describes its origin, identify its most frequent users, and recommend ways to determine if your business’s data is there.

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