Cybersecurity Tips for Healthcare Organizations

Cyber Security

  When you go to a doctor or medical professional, you expect your information to be kept private. That’s because it’s the responsibility of medical organizations to keep your health records confidential. This expectation can be complicated in today’s digital world, especially when healthcare providers face numerous cybersecurity threats from ransomware and other cyber attacks. A recent study found that 72 percent of all healthcare malware attacks in 2016 were ransomware. Healthcare organizations need to have reliable cybersecurity to protect sensitive information. Read on as we detail some savvy cybersecurity tips for healthcare organizations in 2018.   Update cybersecurity procedures and protocols. Employees need to be trained on procedures to…

Cybersecurity Tips for Accounting Firms in 2018

Cyber Security

  It’s hardly a revelation that accountants and accounting firms hold sensitive information about their clients. From social security numbers to addresses, hackers are constantly seeking to obtain sensitive data, a task that can be alarmingly easy if firms don’t have proper cybersecurity measures in place. That’s why accountants need to be motivated now more than ever vigilant about protecting their client data. In fact, a recent study showed that in the last year 500 million financial records have been stolen in data breaches and other hacks.   Small accounting firms may think they can be protected by the veil of obscurity, but hackers  often aim for small firms precisely…

Why Municipal Organizations Need Cloud Computing in 2018

Computer Security

Citizens in today’s digital age expect efficient public services and a government that can stay up-to-date with modern technologies. In response to this expectation, cloud computing has become an important part of local and state government IT solutions around the nation.   In a recent survey, the National Association of State Chief Information Officers found that the number of state governments making the jump to cloud services had increased sharply over the year before. So, what are the benefits of the cloud for municipal organizations? Let’s take a closer look.   Lower Hardware Costs The cloud allows municipal organizations to reduce spending on IT hardware, because storing data on-site can…

Kansas City Managed Services Company Reviews 2018 Cybersecurity Predictions

Cyber Security

    As the new year approaches, many predictions have been made regarding the state of cybersecurity in 2018. Some predictions are more obvious than others, such as ongoing digital transformations and ransomware attacks. However, some predictions are a little more extreme, such as a data breach so pervasive that an entire country loses power. Here are a few of the top predictions for the technology sector in 2018.   Machine Learning   While artificial intelligence technology won’t be new for 2018, there will be changes to the current technology. In 2018, machine learning will actually help cybersecurity professionals, not replace them with robots as many fear. According to CSO…

Cybersecurity Protection for Law Firms

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Technology is making waves across every business sector, and the legal industry is certainly no exception. While law firms exist in a variety of sizes and specialities, what they all have in common is the need to keep vital data protected. This need stems from their responsibility for maintaining the privacy of their clients’ data. To accomplish this, they must keep up with the best practices for cybersecurity. Legal professionals may not seem like an obvious target for a cyber crime, since they don’t typically store credit card information and bank accounts online. But, they do often have important clients. From large companies to affluent individuals, law firms hold sensitive…

Active Cyber Defense Certainty Act: Cybersecurity Compliance Isn’t Good Enough

Cyber Security

The Active Cyber Defense Certainty Act (ACDC), a recent piece of legislature that’s receiving its fair share of media coverage and controversy, has created the perfect opportunity to address the importance of cybersecurity.   A common issue with cybersecurity is that the landscape of security risks and threats are always changing. Mere compliance isn’t enough when it comes to implementing cybersecurity measures for your business. In fact, businesses will continue to face cyber threats, some of which will impact organizations severely enough to require security measures that will reach far beyond compliance, according to CSO.   Compliance standards are a good way of ensuring your organization is equipped to handle…

The Equifax Data Breach is a Reminder to Get Serious About Cybersecurity

Cyber Security

October is Cyber Security Awareness Month, and the disastrous effects of the recent Equifax breach are a reminder of the need for cybersecurity changes. The Equifax data breach was another incident of cyber criminals stealing personal data from a large company. The breach leaked personal financial information on 143 million people and is now being investigated by the Federal Trade Commission. “The FTC typically does not comment on ongoing investigations. However, in light of the intense public interest and the potential impact of this matter, I can confirm that FTC staff is investigating the Equifax data breach.” said spokesman Peter Kaplan. Close to 40 states have also joined a probe…

Internet of Things

The Big One: How The World Survived The Largest Ever Malware Attack

Ransomware

Biggest. In. History. That’s what headlines around the globe we’re screaming Friday morning as cyber criminals executed the largest ever cyberattack. The effects of the attack, which centered around a nefarious piece of malware, were felt around the world. This weekend’s catastrophic global security breach only underscores the importance of properly securing your business’s most valuable digital assets. Read on as we details some best practices for better preparing your business for a potential cyber attack. The Washington Post reports that Europol, the European Union’s law enforcement agency, confirmed this weekend that networks in more than 150 countries and more than 200,000 computers had been affected by one of the…

Cyber Threats Underscore Importance of World Backup Day

Backup Management

Thirty-five years ago, the very first piece of malware came into existence. Created by a 15-year old programmer named Rich Skrenta, “Elk Cloner” was a boot sector virus that targeted the Apple II and spread via floppy disk. A fun prank at the time, Skrenta’s creation would serve as the inspiration for the malicious malware peddled by today’s cybercriminals. With the celebration of World Backup Day on March 31, read on as we detail the importance of protecting your business from malware attacks and why a managed backup solution is the best security option for your data.   At its core, malware is a category of malicious code. According to…

Internet of Things

Vault 7 Leaks Underscore Insecurity of the Internet of Things

Cyber Security

The cybersecurity world was rocked this week by the news of another round of released documents from the international non-profit WikiLeaks, an organization notorious for release of sensitive and oftentimes top secret government documents and information. This latest round of leaks, dubbed “Vault 7”, highlighted the continued vulnerability of devices within the Internet of Things (IoT) to acts of hacking and espionage. Read on as we detail what the information from this latest round of leaks means for the future of cybersecurity and the IoT.     The leaked documents in question, known simply as “Vault 7,” are claimed by WikiLeaks to represent internal memos and directives of the Central…