Ransomware is malicious software that encrypts a user’s files and data, making them inaccessible until a ransom is paid. Ransomware has been on the rise in recent years as cyber attackers become more adept at exploiting security vulnerabilities to launch successful...
Hacking, breaches, and other online threats have never been more ubiquitous. Hackers can use a variety of methods to access sensitive information, and even seemingly innocuous data can be used to mount a successful attack. As a result, it is important to be aware of...
The concept of “the cloud” is hard to explain to those not working in the IT or computer sciences industries. While you cannot actually see the cloud floating around the world, it is hard to put its significance into words. Essentially, the cloud is all the servers...
There is, unfortunately, no shortage of cyberattacks and breaches. With countless nefarious actors looking to exploit threats in cybersecurity, it can be difficult to keep track of the latest in cybersecurity news. While a breach or attack is never a good thing, much...
A network disaster recovery plan is as crucial as a network backup plan. When your company’s security is compromised, you must respond quickly first and recover your information second. Without a backup plan, essential data can be lost forever. Worse still, not having...
When it comes to stealing information, cybercriminals are not all that particular. While significant data breaches and ransomware attacks on large companies make headlines, smaller businesses and individuals are also targeted. In fact, 61% of all data breaches impact...