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Minimizing cyber risks with vulnerability assessment and penetration testing
Pentesting vs. vulnerability assessment: which is better? Actually, either one of these processes can give you valuable and actionable insights into any sensitive vulnerabilities lurking with your IT infrastructure. Pentesting and vulnerability testing can work in tandem to mitigate risks.
The importance of business risk assessment
Every business faces perils that might harm its assets, mission, employees, revenue, or reputation. A big part of running a business is all about managing these risks. Conducting a thorough risk assessment shows you all the potential threats to your business and how to handle them.
Tips on how to boost your Wi-Fi signal
There is nothing quite as frustrating as a slow Wi-Fi connection. But you don't have to endure excruciatingly slow speeds when you can easily do something about it. In most cases, it's avoidable problems in the Wi-Fi network that cause sluggish transfers.
Why relying on SMS-based two-factor authentication is a mistake
There is no question about it; 2FA is a far superior identity and access management system than the traditional username-password sign-on. It adds an extra security layer to protect user accounts from password-related hacks. However, 2FA's effectiveness depends on the method and means used.
Understanding the real value of managed IT
Outsourcing IT management is a common practice in the modern business environment. But all MSPs are not made equal, and outsourcing needs vary between enterprises. What's important is understanding the value your business gets from a managed services provider.
Everything you need to know about DDoS attacks
Distributed denial of service attacks (DDoS) started in the late '90s mainly as a way for hackers to show off skills or get their kicks. But times have changed since then. Today, the DDoS threat has evolved into a severe cybersecurity concern for businesses around the world.
How the cyber threat landscape has evolved in 2021
Modern cyber threats are evolving much faster than most security teams can keep up. Social engineering attacks and malware infections are becoming harder to detect and stop. Also, cybercriminals are now setting their sights on new attack vectors and avenues.
Employing security training: What you need to know
Employee cybersecurity training can eliminate or mitigate the largest security threat facing your organization – the human element. Effective training can quickly turn your staff from the company's weakest security link to its strongest cybersecurity pillar.
How AI is dominating the cyberattack sphere
AI has advanced far enough that it’s now commonplace in cybersecurity. In the wrong hands, AI can create sophisticated malware, fast password hacking tools, and persuasive social engineering scams. But it can also be a force for good, helping protect organizations against complex cyber threats.
4 compelling reasons to outsource your cybersecurity
Cybersecurity outsourcing is increasingly becoming popular, and for good reasons. It's a quick, economical, and surefire way to achieve IT security goals, including compliance and cost optimization. And not only that, you get to enjoy other IT support perks as well.