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The Potential Dangers of Facial Recognition

March 4, 2021

Technology is constantly evolving and becoming more intelligent. Facial recognition is one feature that has widely become normalized all around the world.

How Bad Has Cyber Crime Gotten?

March 3, 2021

On average, 2,244 cyberattacks happen daily around the world. To put that in a different perspective, that's a new cyberattack every 39 seconds.

Are Your Employees Stealing Company Data?

March 1, 2021

How much trust do you have in your employees? On average, around 59% of employees will steal company data after they leave a company.

What Should You Do If Your Systems Get Breached?

February 26, 2021

Do you think your systems may have been compromised? Or maybe you realized you just suffered a breach? What should you do now?

4 Signs of A Compromised Mobile Device

February 24, 2021

How can you tell if your mobile device has been compromised? We're going to share some common signs that your device could be breached so you can be aware of potential security risks.

How To Avoid Fake Banking Apps

February 22, 2021

What is the downside to mobile banking apps? With more people using these apps to access their sensitive financial information and credentials, cybercriminals have an incentive to find ways to infiltrate and exploit you and your systems.‍

The Security Risks of Communal Workspaces

February 18, 2021

Although the COVID-19 pandemic hugely affected the use of communal workspaces in 2020, we're starting to see people return to them as they often assist with productivity.

Who's The Biggest Target In Your Organization?

February 16, 2021

Almost all cyberattacks are made possible through human error, and that's why it's extremely important to educate not only yourself, but also your employees.

Segregating Your Home Network

February 12, 2021

Want to avoid a major home network breach? Here's a simple action you can do to reduce your risk significantly.

Tips For Securing Your Crypto-Wallet

February 10, 2021

Cryptocurrency is not as straightforward as most people assume it is. Here's a breakdown of crypto-wallets so you know exactly what you're getting into.

Safety Tips For Posting on Social Media

February 8, 2021

Social Media platforms are a great way for individuals to connect with others, however, if you're not careful, you could be putting your safety at risk.

How Much Is Your Information Going For On The Dark Web?

February 4, 2021

Ever wonder how much cybercriminals are paying to gain access to your stolen data? Spoiler... it's not a lot.

One Simple PIN That Could Save Your Mobile Data From A Major Breach

February 2, 2021

Cybercriminals have been calling phone network providers pretending that they are you and asking for access to your account. Here's how you can stop it.

How You Can Prevent Malicious Emails

February 1, 2021

It's very common to receive emails with malicious intent, but it isn't always easy to detect them when they come. One wrong click and all of your sensitive data could be compromised.

Why We Need Ethical Hackers

January 29, 2021

An ethical hacker or a "friendly hacker" is someone who has extensive knowledge around cybersecurity systems and uses penetrative testing to invade any vulnerable areas of a company's attack surface to see how effective their defences are.

Why CPA's Need Next Level Cybersecurity

January 27, 2021

As a chartered professional accountant (CPA), you hold a great deal of important and private information that may need to be held for years on end. Cybercriminals know this and will target CPA's accordingly.

The Safety Risks of DNA Testing Kits

January 25, 2021

DNA test kits are easily accessible and affordable, however, studies show that the information shared with users are not always accurate and could lead to misinformation. Alongside this, it is a major privacy issue.

The Information You Give Away When Sending A Photo

January 20, 2021

Every time you take a photo using your smartphone, a ton of metadata is collected such as the time and location the picture was taken, and much more.

Online Shopping Safety Tips

January 19, 2021

With more people online shopping, cybercriminals are taking this opportunity to take advantage of online shoppers and to potentially trick them into giving away personal information and funds through malicious activities. The major area we're seeing this take place on is through phishing emails.

Avoid This Facebook Phishing Scam

January 18, 2021

Have you been getting odd messages on Facebook from friends or family saying "I think you're in this video" and then attached to that message is a strange link?

Understanding Spoofing Attacks

January 15, 2021

Spoofing is the term used to describe a situation when a cybercriminal impersonates a device or user on a network to trick an individual into sharing private information.

Hit By Ransomware? Here's What You Should Do

January 13, 2021

Ransomware is on the rise especially with more individuals and businesses moving online. In 2020, we saw huge increases in online activity due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and heading into 2021 and future years, we should expect those numbers to soar even higher.

How To Prevent Zero-Day Attacks

January 11, 2021

When a business, organization, or individual experiences a hardware or software vulnerability that has been exploited by a cybercriminal, we call this a zero-day attack.

How Private is Incognito Mode?

January 6, 2021

Many of us use the incognito feature on our browsers for different reasons, but do we really know what the incognito browser hides?

How Cybercriminals Use Legitimate Websites To Scam You

January 5, 2021

Have you ever come across a suspicious looking email but the website linked to it appears legit or you may have actually used it in the past and it was safe?

SMS Security Codes Are Not As Secure As You Thought

January 4, 2021

If you use Amazon, Facebook, Paypal, Uber, etc., you have probably encountered 2-factor authentication (2FA) messages to your phone usually with a code.While this intention for an added layer of security is a move in the right direction, SMS messages are not the secure route you'll want to receive security codes on.

Why You Need Email Security For Your Business

January 1, 2021

We are all very accustomed to clicking links and downloading files from our email, and this makes it easy for cybercriminals to find access points to our inboxes.

A Simple Rundown of The SolarWinds Breach And How This Incident May Affect Your Business

December 30, 2020

You may have heard about the recent SolarWinds breach that affected companies like FireEye, Microsoft, the U.S. Treasury, and many more. The Texas-based software company stated that over 18,000 of their clients were breached in some way, however, some more severely than others.

How Adware Could Impact Your Business

December 28, 2020

Adware is dangerous because it is automatically displayed or downloaded onto your device when you are online, sometimes without you knowing. The type of software used creates advertising material displayed through online or through an app which ultimately generates revenue for the developer if it's shown or clicked on.

Why You and Your Employees Need Mobile Security

December 24, 2020

These days, many companies allow their employees to work on their phones. The danger surrounding this is the fact that corporate data is now accessible through mobile devices which typically don't have strong security measures put in place.

Don't Believe Everything That's Shown To You, Deepfakes Are On The Rise

December 21, 2020

A 'deepfake' is a media clip that someone has edited, altered, and manipulated where a person in an existing image or video is replaced with someone else's likeness.

Are Your Employees a Potential Cyberthreat?

December 18, 2020

Cybersecurity is not a one-time thing, it’s evolving every day and it’s crucial for you and your employees to keep up to date on emerging threats.

Why You Should Be Using Multi-Factor Authentication

December 16, 2020

Every time you type in a password to access an account, you’re using one-factor authentication. These days, you’ll need to layer your security better with the help of two-factor or multi-factor authentication.

Receiving Calls From A Number Similar To Yours?

December 14, 2020

If you're getting strange phone calls from numbers that seem local or even have similar digits to your phone number, you are experiencing a type of phone scam called 'Neighbour Spoofing.'

Watch Out For Job Opportunity Phishing Scams

December 12, 2020

With more and more businesses opening back up and hiring new individuals, cybercriminals have taken this opportunity to lure individuals with fake job listings to gain access to your personal information.

Are Cybercriminals Using Social Engineering On You?

December 11, 2020

Be aware of what you share on social media as it might give away valuable information to hackers and lead to a breach in your data.

3 Things In Your Home Office That Can Lead To A Breach

December 8, 2020

Working from home these days? You need to know about these 3 things in your home office that can lead to a breach.

How To Ransom-proof Your Backups

December 4, 2020

Local backups are fast, efficient and can be easily accessed whenever required. However, local backups are vulnerable to ransomware, which can potentially spread across your network.

Are You a Target for 'Vishing' or 'SmiShing'?

December 1, 2020

Email scams are not the only form of phishing, are you familiar with the terms “Vishing” and “SmiShing”?

Cybersecurity Myths and The Real Impacts a Breach Has On Your Business

November 26, 2020

Cybercrime is ever rampant these days and many individuals feel that cybersecurity is not necessary. Meanwhile, every 39 seconds a new cyberattack happens. 

How Safe Are QR Codes?

November 24, 2020

Most of us don’t think twice about scanning a new QR code, but just like clicking an unknown link, QR codes can carry suspicious activity or malware that can infiltrate your device.

You Know About Phishing, But What Is Whaling And Why Do You Need To Know About It?

November 18, 2020

Most of us know what phishing is. But are you familiar with the terms “spear-phishing” and “whaling”?

Password Management Tips You Need To Know

November 16, 2020

We all know how important it is to have a strong and unique password for different devices and apps, but how do we manage all of them?

How To Avoid Card Fraud

November 13, 2020

Credit card fraud has increased by 71% over the past decade with financial losses averaging around $800 million in 2019 alone.

How To Stay Safe On Black Friday

November 12, 2020

With more shoppers browsing and making transactions online, we will most definitely see an increase in online scams and phishing attacks.

What Information Is TikTok Collecting From You?

November 9, 2020

The popular video-sharing social media platform TikTok has become increasingly more popular especially amongst the younger generation. While the app is used to create funny and informative short videos mostly for enjoyment purposes, it tends to collect a lot more data on its users than other apps.

Why You Need To Know About Man-In-The-Middle Attacks

November 7, 2020

Do you use SMS messaging to share corporate data or private information? You might want to find a more secure messaging platform that has end-to-end encryption.

How To Spot Phishing Emails

November 7, 2020

Phishing emails are becoming more common and more sophisticated. You might have some phishing emails in your inbox right now and you may not be able to tell.

8 Tips for Reducing Cyber Risks At Home

November 6, 2020

It all starts with your home wireless network. These days, it isn’t just connected to our computers and phones, but things such as Google Home devices, video game consoles, printers, security cameras, smart watches, and even your lights.

Is Zoom Safe for Your Kid's Remote Learning?

November 5, 2020

As kids around the world slowly ease back into school, education systems find themselves dealing with new challenges, especially in relation to online learning.

What is The Dark Web and Why Should I Care?

November 2, 2020

The Dark Web is essentially the world wide web that exists on darknets. This ‘underground’ web is often where illegal activity takes place such as illegal trade, media, forums, terrorism, child pornography etc.

What You Need To Know While Working From Home

November 4, 2020

With the majority of people having to work from home now due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it is really important to be aware of the cyber threats that target individuals working remotely and learn how to keep important information secure. 

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The Potential Dangers of Facial Recognition

How Bad Has Cyber Crime Gotten?

Are Your Employees Stealing Company Data?

What Should You Do If Your Systems Get Breached?

4 Signs of A Compromised Mobile Device

How To Avoid Fake Banking Apps

The Security Risks of Communal Workspaces

Who's The Biggest Target In Your Organization?

Segregating Your Home Network

Tips For Securing Your Crypto-Wallet

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