Cyber Security’s Weakest Link is Human Beings

  The Weak Link In Security Often times when a company looks into becoming more secure / enhance security, they typically look to add devices, software or settings in place to help defend their network. It’s hard to convince them that the weak links in there network is the employees on them. Convincing employers about the importance of user awareness is an ongoing struggle for tech professionals. In the world of Information Security, we like to think that all the firewalls, antivirus and security settings we put in place keep us safe. Last year in 2015 there was an estimated 781 reports of data breaches. These breaches only account for… Read More

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Why did I get a Virus even when I have Antivirus?

The Truth About Antivirus Many users misunderstand the purpose of using antivirus and firewalls. Users believe that they are safe just because they pay a monthly subscription to Norton antivirus. The reality is that no antivirus or firewall will keep you safe from the threats out there. It is nice to think that you are immune to danger just because you have that extra layer of protection. Many users adapt bad browsing habits visiting sites they should not, thinking that the protection they have is enough for day-to-day use. Analogies inbound If you build a home in a bad neighborhood you can’t expect to never get robbed just because you lock and… Read More

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Ransomware- Why Does The FBI Want My Money?

The internet is an invaluable recourse for many users. However, it also can pose many risks for unsuspecting users. One of the many risks that users can find themselves running into is known as ransomware. Scammers have long since used fear and intimidation with the intention to trick inexperienced users into giving up what they want. Often times could be anything from personal information to credit card numbers and more. Ransomware is a special kind of malware that can infect your system with devastating results. Some malware can do something as simple as displaying fake Anti-Virus and FBI warning messages and others can completely hold your system hostage. The latter are… Read More

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Antivirus – False Sense of Security

Antivirus- False Sense of Security The Internet has become a part of us.  Better yet, the Internet has become a major part of us.  As someone who has been in the field for nearly 15 years, I am still amazed at how the entire world is inter-connected through the Internet and provides us an easy way to communicate and grow our businesses.  With that said, the Internet also gives the bad people of the world a straight channel to the good people.  By nature, we always steer around the “bad part of town”, but the Internet doesn’t allow us to steer clear.  Forget your ADT Security System that you have… Read More

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