How malware can get into your systems

The security of your business networks and computers is likely something you have worried about before. Chances are high that you have installed anti-virus scanners and maybe even other security measures, with the goal of eliminating malware infections. While this is a recommended first-line of defense, chances are that malware may still be getting into […]

5 ways to reduce malware infections

Over the past three weeks a new and potentially harmful piece of malware has come to light. The CryptoLocker virus can lock files and will hold them for ransom. If you don’t pay, your files will be deleted. It’s highly likely that this is the most destructive piece of malware of the year, and has […]

CryptoLocker – what you need to know

One of the biggest threats to the security of any business network is malware. There are many different forms of malware out there that can infect systems in a nearly unlimited number of ways. In the past few weeks there have been numerous stories about CryptoLocker – a new form of ransomware that is proving […]

Mobile security – 5 questions to ask

Security of a company’s systems should be important to all company owners and to raise awareness, October was named as National Cyber Security month in the US. Regardless of your location, it is a good idea to look into the security of the systems in your company. One important system that many gloss over centers […]

5 ways to ensure info security

Small business owners often have a tough job. As the face of the business you will be held largely accountable for anything your business does, or anything that happens to your business. If there is a security breach of your systems and personal information is stolen, you will asked questions as to why. Therefore, it […]

Managed email security and you

While email certainly has become one of the most essential communication tools for every business, it still isn’t perfect. One of the more common shortfalls is that it isn’t the most secure of systems. In order to make it more secure, companies need to employ scanners and filters that search for malicious content, spam, etc. […]

Security of info in the cloud

In the era of cloud computing, security has become a hot button issue. It seems like almost weekly there is some announcement of a system being hacked or information being leaked. In truth, this will never disappear and may only get worse unless you take steps to ensure that the cloud system you use and […]

How to shop online, safer!

The Internet has brought about an era of convenience, especially when it comes to shopping. You can purchase just about everything online these days and it can seem like there’s almost no need for physical stores. While e-commerce is incredibly popular, there are issues with security that pop up from time-to-time. It is these security […]

New Android security bug found

There are numerous issues with technology today. The most common revolves around security; many technical devices like computers and mobile devices simply aren’t secure enough. Yes, the software developers, manufacturers and IT partners try their best to keep systems secure, but there is always a chance that your device could be breached, or see a […]