Watch Out For These 5 Types of Ransomware

Watch Out For These 5 Types of Ransomware

Ransomware attackers block your access to the critical documents stored on your network by encrypting the files that you need for personal or business use. This attack forces organizations and individuals to pay a hefty ransom of Bitcoins to the cybercriminal holding...
Why Does Ransomware Prevention Matter?

Why Does Ransomware Prevention Matter?

Ransomware exploits victims by locking or encrypting their data files and demanding a payment to unlock or decrypt them. The victims regain access to the files by paying the attacker a set number of Bitcoins. However, there is no guarantee that paying will restore...
A Look At The Biggest Data Breach Incidents In History

A Look At The Biggest Data Breach Incidents In History

Data breaches occur when protected, sensitive or confidential information is exposed to individuals who aren’t authorized to access it. These costly security incidents stem from multiple causes, including physical theft, ransomware attacks, phishing campaigns, and...
The Top 3 Cyber Threats That Cause Data Breaches

The Top 3 Cyber Threats That Cause Data Breaches

We all know cyber threats are on the rise, but which are the ones you should be most concerned about? Let’s look at the top 3 cyber threats wreaking havoc today, so you know exactly what to prepare for. Phishing According to the FBI, phishing has increased by 110%...
Two Ways to Upgrade Basic Password Security

Two Ways to Upgrade Basic Password Security

With cybercrime on the rise, organizations are stepping beyond password security when it comes to securing individual accounts. Since these accounts house confidential information, it’s crucial that users take every precaution they can to keep that data out of the...