Category: IT Security

It’s safe to say that most of us have purchased a gift card or two.  They’re convenient and give the recipient the choice to use as they wish.  They also provide a handy way for cybercriminals to steal money, which is why gift card scams are so common.

What do you think is the weakest link in the security chain?  Many think it comes from unstable connections and the lack of firewalls, virus protection, and other technical measures.  But the weakest link is actually humans.  Yes, the same people we hire and trust to keep our businesses running smoothly.  

Buying and selling usernames and passwords on the Dark Web is big business. If you know your data is out there, you can make it less valuable. Dark Web monitoring can help you stay one step ahead of the bad guys.

The landscape of cyber threats is constantly shifting. Online criminals continuously find new methods to hack into your computer; and security software evolves endlessly to keep up with these malicious attempts. 

Have you ever wondered why the letters HTTP or HTTPS suddenly appear in your web browser after a search?  It’s not random.  HTTP is an acronym for HyperText Transfer Protocol and HTTPS represents the same acronym followed by the word ‘secure’.  Seen in every browser after every search, it’s important to know the difference between HTTP and HTTPS.  Understanding this small distinction just may save you from handing over your information to online hackers.

You’re sitting in a McDonald’s by yourself.  Bored, you pull out your phone and connect to the food chain’s public wi-fi network.  Rumor has it that these networks can be dangerous, but that slips your mind as you find yourself quickly engaged by notifications and news stories.  Unbeknownst to you, your information is now at risk.  You need to stop using public wi-fi.