Security Affairs

JULY 18, 2019

The Small Business Cybersecurity Assistance Act may provide business owners with access to government-level tools to secure small business against attacks. Regrettably, the Small Business Cybersecurity Assistance Act has already gathered criticism and detractors, with some saying it falls short of the mark.

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Krebs on Security

JULY 27, 2020

Identity thieves who specialize in running up unauthorized lines of credit in the names of small businesses are having a field day with all of the closures and economic uncertainty wrought by the COVID-19 pandemic, KrebsOnSecurity has learned. But the same crime can be far more costly and damaging when thieves target small businesses.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 7, 2023

Small businesses are more vulnerable to cyber-attacks since hackers view them as easy victims to target. While this may seem unlikely, statistics reveal that more than half of these businesses experienced some form of cyber-attack in 2022. Therefore, it’s crucial that small businesses make cybersecurity a top priority.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 4, 2023

So what can small business owners do to quickly turn things around? Your small business may have adopted a working scheme that allows employees to work anywhere. Educate employees on best practices for mobile security. Start by recognizing that the mobile space has become a battleground, so protecting it is a must.

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SecureBlitz

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

This post will show you why ISO 27001 is important for small businesses… Information security refers to the measures taken to keep data secure from unauthorized access or changes. The post Why Is ISO 27001 Important For Small Businesses? Therefore, […]. Therefore, […].

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Tech Republic Security

AUGUST 31, 2021

Docker announced a new subscription plan for enterprises and free access to Docker Desktop for personal use, educational institutions, non-commercial open-source projects and small businesses.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 1, 2023

BEC is one of the most damaging forms of social engineering attacks faced by small businesses. Protecting your business from social engineering Securing a small business from social engineering attacks is an ongoing effort that requires constant vigilance. Use at least two people for financial transactions.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

If you’re wondering how to protect your small business against a cyber attack, you’re not alone. Almost 60% of cyber attack victims are small businesses, and within two years of the first attack, the likelihood that a small business will experience another is approximately 28%.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Small businesses and startups are known to face some extra challenges when it comes to cybersecurity. Small businesses also often do not consider themselves to be a target, but you don’t have to be explicitly targeted to get breached or infected. Often security issues are just dealt with when the need arises.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

However, the truth is that businesses of all sizes hold valuable data in their hands, and cybercriminals work to create new sophisticated attack methods to acquire this information. An unfortunate reality for SMBs is that 43% of all cyberattacks target small businesses. Noisy Cybersecurity Risks for SMBs.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 4, 2021

Unfortunately, these types of businesses may not have the same infrastructure and resources in place to survive such attacks, as it is found 60% of small companies go out of business within six months of falling victim to a data breach or cyber attack.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 13, 2021

Never have I been so compelled to help educate small businesses on the need for cybersecurity. Because larger businesses, with stronger and more mature security practices, had the defenses in place to keep this bad actor from infiltrating their company while many small businesses did not. Read full post.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 28, 2025

Nonprofits and civic technologists are adapting open-source AI for transparency, education, and grassroots activism. Small businesses are fine-tuning lightweight models for hyperlocal needs like my dentist, Dr. Melissa Ilgen, who now uses AI to manage patient records more efficiently.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 15, 2024

If you’re a small business owner, it’s crucial to understand the significance of cybersecurity and the steps needed to safeguard your data, customers, and company reputation. The Financial Impact of Cyberattacks For small businesses, the financial consequences of a cyberattack can be devastating.

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Krebs on Security

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

has a business unit called Securence , which specializes in providing filtered, secure email services to businesses, educational institutions and government agencies worldwide. The Minnesota-based Internet provider U.S. Internet Corp. But until it was notified last week, U.S. ” U.S. Nothing could be further from the truth.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

While major companies sometimes spend millions to recover, the consequences for small businesses can be even more damaging because they lack the time, technical expertise, and resources to bounce back from an attack. Malware attacks not only cost companies money and customers, but also damage their reputations in the long term.

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Cytelligence

DECEMBER 15, 2023

In an increasingly digital world, small businesses are just as vulnerable to cyber threats as their larger counterparts. Cybersecurity is not just a concern for big corporations; it’s an imperative function for small businesses as well. A single data breach can cripple a small business, and some may never recover.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently launched a new website aimed at educating small business owners on the risks of cybercrime and the steps they can take to protect their business. Cyberattacks can be particularly devastating to small businesses.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

The post BSidesKC 2022 – Vincent Matteo’s ‘I Know What You Did Last Summer… I’m Still Hacking Your Small Business’ appeared first on Security Boulevard. Our sincere thanks to BSidesKC 2022 for publishing their outstanding conference videos on the organization's YouTube channel.

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CSO Magazine

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

At Microsoft, we pride ourselves on educating everyone — not just security teams — on best practices and the latest attack vectors. Comprehensive cybersecurity education is an important part of strengthening cyber defenses for corporate IT professionals, small businesses, and everyday consumers alike.

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Best hands-on and real world scenario based curriculum,” raves small business user Satvik V. Its recognition of INE’s strong performance in enterprise, small business, and global impact for technical training showcases the depth and breadth of INE’s online learning library. another small business user. .”

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Webroot

OCTOBER 13, 2021

These days, every major ransomware campaign runs a “double extortion” method, a scary prospect for small businesses. Phishing continues to be key for these campaigns and it’s typically the first step in compromising a business for the nastiest malware. In fact, most victims are small businesses that end up paying around $50,000.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

The post News alert: INE secures spot in G2s 2025 Top 50 education software rankings appeared first on Security Boulevard. Cary, NC, Feb.

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Krebs on Security

MARCH 5, 2021

Microsoft’s initial advisory about the Exchange flaws credited Reston, Va. based Volexity for reporting the vulnerabilities.

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Cytelligence

MAY 24, 2023

Securing your business data is crucial for the protection of your sensitive information and maintaining the trust of your customers. Employee Training and Awareness: CYPFER offers cybersecurity training programs to educate your employees about best practices and emerging threats.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 23, 2021

Since phishing makes up 30% of all attacks against small businesses, this is a pressing concern. While she enjoys tackling topics across the technology space, she’s most passionate about educating readers on cybersecurity and Big Data. Unsecured Wi-Fi.

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Chicago CyberSecurity Training

DECEMBER 4, 2023

How to Protect Your Business? Educate and Train: Provide your team with the knowledge to recognize and avoid common cyber threats like phishing , ransomware , and DoS attacks. Southside CHI Solutions is Here for You We understand the unique challenges the small business community faces during the holiday season.

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NSTIC

OCTOBER 27, 2021

This week’s blog post highlighting Cybersecurity Awareness Month is from NIST’s Marian Merritt, Deputy Director and Lead for Industry Engagement for the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE). In this post, Marian discusses ways to minimize cybersecurity risks for small businesses.

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SiteLock

AUGUST 27, 2021

SiteLock and the OTA are strong proponents of educating businesses and, collectively, we hope to share best practices and thwart the rising number of dangerous and malicious cybercriminal efforts.”. SiteLock’s involvement with OTA comes at a time when over 70% of security breaches are targeted to small businesses or similar industries.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Unfortunately, with Android presently ruling the OS business and Apple being a pricey option, ABE may not be an SMB’s primary MDM choice as they hope. Yet, it’s pricing strategy puts businesses in a dilemma.

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Webroot

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

That’s because, small businesses and not-for-profit organizations are often hit the hardest by ransomware. Here are a couple factors to consider that might help reframe how we think about ransomware, who’s targeted and why small businesses can’t escape the gaze of ransomware groups.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

It seems every day we hear of another breach, another scam, another attack on anything from a small business to a critical aspect of our nation’s infrastructure. Assisting your IT team In order to not overwhelm IT workforces, education and professional development opportunities will be crucial for a secure financial institution.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 8, 2024

Our business solutions remove all remnants of ransomware and prevent you from getting reinfected.

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Dark Reading

OCTOBER 1, 2018

Cybersecurity Month at Dark Reading is packed with educational webinars, from data breach response to small business security.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 22, 2024

Panelists unanimously agreed that cyber threats are increasing in both frequency and sophistication, posing significant risks to individuals, small businesses, corporations, and large public entities.

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PCI perspectives

OCTOBER 7, 2021

of National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM), the Council will be sharing educational resources on payment security best practices on the PCI Perspectives blog, and through our Twitter ( @PCISSC ) and? Official Champion ?of

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 11, 2021

And for small businesses, that number hit 30%. Brute force attacks have a similar share, accounting for 18% of all breaches, and 34% of those for small businesses. Let’s take a look at three kinds of password attacks that present a real threat to sites and businesses of all sizes. And how exactly do they work?

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