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The increased quantity and intensity of cyber security breaches in recent years have resulted in substantial changes in the cybersecurity insurance industry. The existing market in the cyber insurance sector has always been seen as "soft" because it was relatively simple for businesses to get coverage at cheaper costs. However, the increased cyber dangers and the exponential growth of ransomware assaults in the previous year induced a "hardening" in the industry.

When you hear about Microsoft adding security apps to M365, it is often the business versions. However, the pandemic has changed the way that we see the workplace. It is now a hybrid world made up of several connected “mini-offices” located in employee homes.

It is Cybersecurity Awareness Month in October which means that it is time to review your organization’s training program and promote good cybersecurity habits to your employees. 

Software vulnerabilities are an unfortunate part of working with technology. A developer puts out a software release with millions of lines of code. Hackers then look for loopholes that allow them to breach a system through that code.

As a small business owner, you know that every penny counts. When it comes to making a large purchase like a new PC, you want to be sure that you’re getting the best possible value for your money while also offering the performance you need to keep your operation running.

Have you felt more secure from cyberattacks because you have a smaller business? Maybe you thought that you couldn’t possibly have anything that hackers could want? Maybe you didn’t think they even knew about your small business.

A new report by cybersecurity firm Barracuda Networks debunks this myth. Their report analyzed millions of emails across thousands of organizations. It found that small companies have a lot to worry about when it comes to their IT security.

We all know that customer experience is the key to success. Improving customer experience can be a challenge. It is important to stay ahead of the curve and make it a priority. Improving the experience that prospects and customers have when interacting with your company directly impacts your bottom line. It can also be done through the use of modern technology.

The pandemic has been a reality that companies around the world have shared. It required major changes in how businesses operate. The status quo of having everyone work in the office no longer made sense for everyone. Many organizations needed to quickly evolve to becoming a digital workplace.

More employees are working remotely which means that the bring your own device (BYOD) trend has grown in popularity.

It seems you can’t read an article on cybersecurity without the word phishing coming up. That is because phishing is still the number one delivery vehicle for cyberattacks.

A cybercriminal may want to steal employee login credentials or wish to launch a ransomware attack for a payout. They may possibly plant spyware to steal sensitive info. Sending a phishing email can do them all.