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Implementing SSO in Your Business

Implementing SSO in Your Business

November 16, 2022BlogNo Comments »

When you're a business owner, you always look for ways to streamline processes and improve efficiency. A single sign-on (SSO) system is a great way to simplify authentication. It allows users to access multiple applications with just one login credential, saving them time and money as well as reducing the number of lost or forgotten passwords. As a result, implementing...

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SaaS Phishing Attacks Are Increasing

SaaS Phishing Attacks Are Increasing

November 15, 2022BlogNo Comments »

It's getting easier than ever to conduct effective phishing campaigns thanks to the rise in popularity of SaaS platforms. A recently published report released by Palo Alto Networks' Unit 42 revealed that the use of Software as a Service to conduct phishing attacks has surged by an incredible 1,100 percent between June 2021 and June 2022. Driving this surge is...

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VoIP Features Enhance Customer Experience

VoIP Features Enhance Customer Experience

November 14, 2022BlogNo Comments »

There are many reasons why staff may be required to put customers on hold. However, Voice-over Internet Protocol (VoIP) technology can be utilized to ensure that callers do not feel abandoned during this time. In addition, VoIP systems offer the option of entertaining customers while they wait in line. Some possibilities are playing engaging music, explaining new promotions or sales,...

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The Rise of Encryption in Businesses

The Rise of Encryption in Businesses

November 12, 2022BlogNo Comments »

As our world becomes increasingly digitized, businesses are finding themselves at a greater risk of cyberattacks. One way companies can protect their data is by encrypting it. Encryption transforms readable data into an unreadable format, making it difficult for unauthorized individuals to access and interpret it. A recent survey conducted by Thales discovered that the utilization of encryption techniques inside...

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Hundreds of U.S. News Outlets Affected by Malware

Hundreds of U.S. News Outlets Affected by Malware

November 11, 2022BlogNo Comments »

A cyber-security threat actor known as SocGholish has compromised a JavaScript code used by an unnamed media content provider. The malware is being used to spread the FakeUpdates malware to major media outlets across the United States. More than 250 regional and national newspaper sites are affected by the malicious JavaScript. Some impacted media organizations include the cities of Boston,...

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New Microsoft Report Details Latest Cybersecurity Threats

New Microsoft Report Details Latest Cybersecurity Threats

November 10, 2022BlogNo Comments »

According to Microsoft's latest announcement, businesses should assess security measures to defend against evolving cyber-security threats. Microsoft released its Digital Defense Report (MDDR) for 2022. Microsoft released alarming statistics about the cyber threats that the company has faced in the last year, including phishing, identity theft, and ransomware attacks. Microsoft Security Update Alerts Tom Burt is Microsoft's Corporate Vice President...

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Zoom Unveils New Productivity Tools

Zoom Unveils New Productivity Tools

November 9, 2022BlogNo Comments »

While holding its Zoomtopia event on November 8, 2022, the video conferencing giant announced the release of two brand-new productivity tools for Zoom users. In addition to the communication and collaboration tools already provided within Zoom, the newly released Zoom Mail and Calendar Clients are intended to increase users' productivity. A beta version of Zoom Mail and Calendar Clients has...

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Attacks on Business VPNs are Increasing

Attacks on Business VPNs are Increasing

November 8, 2022BlogNo Comments »

Virtual private networks (VPNs) are used to give users remote access to resources on corporate networks. However, several factors have revealed incompatibilities between VPNs and Zero-Trust security systems. Businesses are worried that VPNs are becoming a severe threat to their operations. According to a report by Zscaler, nearly half of information technology professionals have seen an increase in VPN attacks...

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Dropbox Suffers Major Breach in Phishing Attack

Dropbox Suffers Major Breach in Phishing Attack

November 7, 2022BlogNo Comments »

It's no secret that cyber attacks are on the rise, and that no company is immune to them. Dropbox, a cloud storage company, was the lastest victim when their GitHub account was compromised. This allowed attackers access to 130 code repositories, which contained sensitive data. Dropbox was notified of a potential breach on October 14th from GitHub, who observed suspicious...

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SIM Swap Attack Targets Verizon Customers

SIM Swap Attack Targets Verizon Customers

November 5, 2022BlogNo Comments »

Recently, Verizon experienced a minor but significant data breach. Between October 6, 2022, and October 10, 2022, an unknown malicious actor gained access to Verizon's prepaid wireless accounts, compromising approximately 250 individuals. According to a letter to customers, Verizon discovered the breach after noticing "unusual activity" on its network. Due to the data breach, a SIM swap attack has been...

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