Advantages of a Hybrid Cloud
Public and private cloud infrastructures have benefits and drawbacks that can impact small to medium-sized businesses. Some advantages of public cloud infrastructure include lower costs, scalability, and flexibility. However, public clouds also present certain risks, such as data security vulnerabilities. Public clouds can be less secure and reliable than private clouds. On the other hand, […]
Data Breach at GoTo: Encrypted Customer Information Compromised
On January 23, 2023, GoTo released a statement detailing an update to the ongoing data breach investigation. Business owners should pay attention to this incident and its implications for their security practices. Details of the Hack: According to GoTo’s statement, the attack was first confirmed on November 30, 2022, involving unauthorized access to the company’s […]
PayPal Hack: 35,000 Accounts Compromised in Credential Stuffing Attack
On December 20, 2022, PayPal, one of the most widely used online payment platforms, confirmed that 35,000 users’ accounts had been compromised due to a security breach. An unauthorized party viewed and potentially obtained some personal information of PayPal customers between December 6, 2022, and December 8, 2022. As soon as PayPal identified the breach, […]
How The New FTC Safeguards Rule Will Radically Change How Even Small Businesses Operate
A little over a year ago, the FTC made several amendments to the existing Safeguards Rule requiring even very small businesses to ensure the protection of client data. These changes, set to go into effect back in December of 2022, are now going to be enforced starting June 9, 2023 – and it’s very likely […]
Maximizing Productivity with Managed IT Services
Businesses seeking to improve productivity and minimize disruptions caused by IT issues can benefit from managed IT services. A managed service provider (MSP) can provide businesses with the expertise to maintain and optimize their IT infrastructure by outsourcing IT support. By doing so, companies can avoid costly downtime and interruptions caused by IT, which can […]
Add An Extra Layer Of Cyber Security Protection By Utilizing Cyber Insurance
Establishing effective and efficient cyber security policies is one of the most important aspects of protecting your business. We often discuss why cyber security is so important and the different cyber security practices your business can implement. We also mention how advanced cyberthreats and cyber-attacks have become as hackers improve their tactics and technology. For […]
eSignatures vs. Digital Signatures
Author: Eugenia Marziali, Legal Specialist at CIO Landing In today’s fast-paced business world, electronic signatures (e-signatures) and digital signatures have become increasingly popular ways to sign documents remotely and quickly. But what is the difference between the two? E-signatures are simply a way to electronically sign a document, such as typing your name into a […]
T-Mobile Data Breach Impacts Millions
The mobile phone provider recently announced that a data breach had impacted 37 million T-Mobile accounts. In a Form 8-K filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission, T-Mobile said they realized an authorized entity obtained data via a single API on January 5, 2023. Unlike other data breach cases where customer data is sometimes […]
The Top 3 Benefits of Outsourcing IT Support
Businesses of all sizes can benefit from outsourcing IT support because of the accessibility to specialized knowledge, cost reductions, and operational flexibility. Some top benefits of outsourcing IT support include financial savings, access to technical knowledge, and more flexibility. By evaluating these advantages, companies can make educated decisions about whether outsourcing IT support is the […]
Don’t Let Outdated Operating Systems Put Your Business at Risk
As the New Year begins, business owners need to be aware of a significant change in the technology landscape: the end of Microsoft’s support for Windows 7 and 8.1. As of January 10th, 2023, Microsoft will no longer provide security updates or technical support for these versions of its operating system. This poses a significant […]