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Conflict Resolution In The Workplace

Conflict Resolution In The Workplace

August 3, 2022BlogNo Comments »

Conflict in the workplace is sadly inevitable.  Put a group of people in a room together for eight hours or longer every day, week after week. No matter how well they get along, sooner or later, it's going to happen. Since it can't be completely avoided, the next best thing is to have a plan for when it occurs. That's...

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Android And iOS Network Protection Added With Microsoft Defender

Android And iOS Network Protection Added With Microsoft Defender

August 2, 2022BlogNo Comments »

Recently, Microsoft added a new feature for Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (MDE) which has fans of the product cheering. Once the new "Mobile Network Protection" feature is enabled on the iOS and Android devices you want to monitor, the security platform will provide the same robust protections and notifications that your other network devices currently enjoy. The company had this...

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The Windows 11 Apps That Use Your Microphone And Camera

The Windows 11 Apps That Use Your Microphone And Camera

August 1, 2022BlogNo Comments »

Are you a member of the Windows 11 Insiders group?  If so, then you already know that you get a sneak peek at all the cool new features the engineers at Microsoft are building into the new Operating System. If you're not yet a member of that group, then this announcement might entice you to join. In a June Windows...

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Conduct More Effective Meetings With These Simple Tips

Conduct More Effective Meetings With These Simple Tips

July 30, 2022BlogNo Comments »

Do the meetings you hold tend run off the rails? Do you find that they frequently run far longer than you intended and that very little actually comes out of them? If those things are true and if you're looking for ways to improve the structure of your meetings, here are some quick tips that will help make them more...

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WordPress NinjaForms Plugin Was Force Updated Due To Vulnerability

WordPress NinjaForms Plugin Was Force Updated Due To Vulnerability

July 29, 2022BlogNo Comments »

Do you run a WordPress site?  Do you also use the popular forms design and management plugin called NinjaForms?  If you answered yes to both of those questions, be aware that NinjaForms was recently found to have a critical security flaw. The flaw takes the form of a code injection vulnerability and impacts all versions of NinjaForms from 3.0 forward. ...

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Voicemail Phishing Attacks Called Vishing Are On The Rise

Voicemail Phishing Attacks Called Vishing Are On The Rise

July 28, 2022BlogNo Comments »

While "vishing" is by no means a new threat, it's not something that has ever happened with sufficient frequency to get most people's attention. So, if you haven't heard the term before, you're not alone. "Vishing" is short for voicemail phishing, and it is apparently on the rise based on data collected by the security firm Zscaler. Attackers are specifically...

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Simple Tips For Securing Smart Device Data

Simple Tips For Securing Smart Device Data

July 27, 2022BlogNo Comments »

Data security isn't something that's at the forefront of most people's minds, but it probably should be.  These days, we use far more than just our trusty laptops and desktops to do real, meaningful work.  Most people have a plethora of devices they tap into on a regular basis and take with them wherever they go. From smart phones to...

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One Of The Largest US Banks Discloses Data Breach

One Of The Largest US Banks Discloses Data Breach

July 26, 2022BlogNo Comments »

Do you have an account with Michigan-based Flagstar Bank?  As one of the largest banks in the United States, it's quite possible that you do. If so, be aware that the company recently issued a breach disclosure notification relating to a security incident that occurred in December of 2021 when unknown attackers breached the company's network. The notification reads in...

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Microsoft Believes AI Can Help Prevent Ransomware In The Future

Microsoft Believes AI Can Help Prevent Ransomware In The Future

July 25, 2022BlogNo Comments »

Recently, Microsoft published a fascinating blog post. In the blog post, they said they were experimenting with "novel approaches" when it comes to harnessing the power of AI to spot threats on the threat landscape before they become a problem. In particular, the company is focused on stopping ransomware attacks while they're still in their earliest stages. To get even...

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You May Need To Replace Old Cisco VPN Routers

You May Need To Replace Old Cisco VPN Routers

July 22, 2022BlogNo Comments »

Do you own one or more of the following products made by Cisco? The RV110W Wireless-N VPN Firewall The RV130 VPN Router The RV130W Wireless-N Multifunction VPN Router The RV215W Wireless-N VPN Router If so, be advised that a new and critical security vulnerability has been found that impacts your equipment.  It is being tracked as CVE-2022-20825.  With a severity...

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