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What is Multi-Factor Authentication?

What is Multi-Factor Authentication?

January, 2023 | Foster Charles

When you log in to one of your online accounts, you are going through a process called authentication. Traditional authentication involves a username and password; however, many users pick simple [...]

The Most Important Security Services by Industry

The Most Important Security Services by Industry

December, 2022 | Jack Ardrey

Businesses across all industries need to invest in cybersecurity. But given the many security services available in the market, which ones should your business prioritize based on your industry [...]

Are You Allocating Enough Budget For Cybersecurity?

Are You Allocating Enough Budget For Cybersecurity?

December, 2022 | Sal Marino

In a world where cyberthreats like phishing scams and ransomware attacks are commonplace, it’s more important than ever for organizations to invest in cybersecurity. But how much should you be [...]

What You Can Do Right Now to Improve Your Security

What You Can Do Right Now to Improve Your Security

December, 2022 | Aaron Bandzes

Cybersecurity is a growing concern among businesses, especially with the increasing prevalence of cyberattacks. In fact, the average number of cyberattacks per company rose to 270 attacks in 2021 [...]

Knowing When Your Security Policies Need Updating

Knowing When Your Security Policies Need Updating

December, 2022 | Foster Charles

According to Cybersecurity Ventures' 2023 Official Cybercrime Report, cybercrime will cause global damages estimated at $9.5 trillion in 2024. This alarming statistic proves that having appropriate [...]

4 Ways an MSP Can Help You Ensure All Compliance Requirements Are Met

4 Ways an MSP Can Help You Ensure All Compliance Requirements Are Met

November, 2022 | Foster Charles

Businesses of all industries and sizes must comply with relevant state, federal, and international laws, regulations, and standards. This is extremely important for any business that is regulated by [...]

5 Ways To Mitigate Security Risks Associated With Third-Party Vendors

5 Ways To Mitigate Security Risks Associated With Third-Party Vendors

November, 2022 | Foster Charles

When you're running a business, it's important to think about cybersecurity from every angle. So on top of ensuring that your internal systems are secured, you also need to consider the security [...]

How Better Cybersecurity Can Increase Client Confidence

How Better Cybersecurity Can Increase Client Confidence

November, 2022 | Aaron Bandzes

As a business owner, you should know that your clients' data is essential to your success and that it's important to have the proper safeguards in place to protect their information, and your [...]

How to Assess and Manage Your Business’ Security Vulnerabilities

How to Assess and Manage Your Business’ Security Vulnerabilities

November, 2022 | Foster Charles

Running a business today means being vulnerable to all sorts of cyberattacks. Hackers are always on the lookout for new targets, and they won't think twice about going after your company's data if [...]

4 Ways An IT Security Assessment Prepares You For SOC 2 Compliance

4 Ways An IT Security Assessment Prepares You For SOC 2 Compliance

October, 2022 | Foster Charles

No organization wants to do business with a high-risk vendor. In today’s increasingly complex cyber threat landscape, companies routinely demand trust and transparency so that they can be confident [...]

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