If you don’t believe ransomware can create chaos in your business, ask a Sobeys employee. Since suffering a ransomware attack earlier in November, Empire Co., the parent company of Sobeys and other grocery stores, has had issues with the supply chain, payments systems, and payroll, just to name a few. CBC News has spoken to …
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Not to sound like a spy thriller, but threats really can lurk around every corner. Why is internet safety important? Because it will save you money, time, and help you avoid a lot of pain and suffering. Just what types of threats are out there? Malware Malware is a malicious software you unknowingly download to …
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Cybersecurity threats don’t always come from where you expect them too. Sometimes, they come wearing the face of a friend. While there are many types, these are the phishing examples you should definitely be aware of. Email Phishing Often the launching point for other forms of phishing. This is an attempt to deceive a victim …
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Whether it’s a personal attack or an attempt to gain valuable business information, email phishing is something we’ve all learned to just deal with. However, it’s never a good idea to drop your guard. Scammers are getting more sophisticated and you need to be on your toes at all times. What Is Email Phishing? Email …
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Phishing scams…not to be confused with ‘fishing’ scams. Every person who has used a digital platform (telephones, included) has likely come across a phishing scam. It’s the digital version of scam callers who claim your SIN was flagged or the FBI’s out to get you. Most commonly, phishing scams take the form of a sketchy …
The cybersecurity questionnaire, potentially the bane of a small business owner’s existence. Imagine, you are a small business owner and are about to land your first big client. Everything is going well but before they sign the contract, they hand you a cybersecurity questionnaire. Now the panic sets in. Does this sound familiar? Maybe you …
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Privacy and security go hand in hand. Cybersecurity focuses on protecting precious data from unauthorized viewers. Meanwhile, privacy focus on protecting this data itself by ensuring it isn’t viewed or shared illegally. Both businesses and customers have an expectation of privacy when they trust another business with their data. So what are these privacy requirements …
They say a chain is only as strong as its weakest link. That holds true with cybersecurity practices as well. Most companies outsource services to companies like yours. And what we do to protect ourselves directly impacts the overall cybersecurity postures of our customers. Examples of How Third-Party Breach Affects Your Business The first example …
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It seems as though every month there’s a new ransomware attack in the news. What is the cause of the massive increase in ransomware attacks worldwide? What can you do as a business to protect and defend against ransomware groups? Since no business is safe from sophisticated attacks, QuickProtect has put together services to guide …
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A firewall is software or hardware that sits at the edge of your network between your company and the Internet. It’s designed to keep hackers out and to allow legitimate connections into your network if needed. Legitimate connections may include access to email, access to a company website, or corporate cloud apps. The Importance of …
