In a continued effort to improve email safety and user experience, Gmail and Yahoo are implementing new sender requirements starting February 2024. These changes will focus on authentication, spam rates, and making unsubscribing easier. While junk mail has declined in recent years, over 45% of all email traffic is still spam, making this another step in improving that...
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Saving Time and Money: The Benefits of Managed IT Services
Technology is at the core of most businesses, making it vital to pick the right approach to IT management. Managed IT Services offer a compelling alternative to the traditional in-house IT model. On average, businesses using managed IT services saved 23% on IT costs. As tech expenses continue to grow, that represents a significant savings. Additionally, around 78% of...
Is DSPM Right for Your Business?
With many businesses, the question of data security continues to be a hot topic. Around 39% of breached data are stored across multiple environments, such as the cloud, company devices, and local storage. That’s led to cybersecurity becoming less about stopping one type of threat and more about providing broader coverage. Solutions like DSPM have emerged as a potential...
10 Cybersecurity Trends to Know in 2024
As we step into 2024, cybersecurity continues to evolve rapidly, presenting new challenges and opportunities for organizations worldwide. We’ll explore developing changes reshaping how many industries view technology and security. That includes everything from AI usage and IoT vulnerabilities to new regulations and the evolution of Zero Trust. These cybersecurity trends...
Why Immutable Backups Are Essential for Any Business
An effective backup solution is essential to any modern business plan. Among these, immutable backups stand out as a secure and reliable option. Notably, they’re one of the best defenses against ransomware. Considering half of enterprises falling for a ransomware attack in the past 12 months, that value can’t be ignored. As organizations continue to be bombarded by...
Rhysida Ransomware Targeted Royal Family’s Medical Records
Rhysida ransomware is a fast-growing cyber threat. First appearing in May 2023, it’s recently been involved in multiple high-profile cyberattacks. One of the latest was an attack on London’s King Edward VII Hospital, which stores medical records for the British Royal Family. While it’s still unknown which exact records have been impacted, the hacker claimed the Royal...
Pretexting: A Cybercrime That Feels Too Real
Pretexting is a subtle yet potent threat, where personal and professional information is often just a few clicks away. With nearly 5 billion social media users globally, people will share everything from family vacations to workplace updates online. While that lets users stay digitally connected with others, it’s also an easy source of information for cybercriminals. By...
New Google Chrome Update Patches Latest Exploit
Chrome users have had a tough year, as yet another zero-day exploit requires an urgent Google Chrome update. Anyone who hasn’t downloaded the latest patch is at high risk due to the severity of this threat. And with over 3.2 billion people using Google Chrome globally, that impacts a substantial number of people. Luckily, the update process is simple and quick, so most...
QR Code Scams Are on the Rise Again
As a digital convenience, QR codes are an easy way to communicate information. They can be used creatively, whether it’s a link to a website, a restaurant’s menu, a special event, or even augmenting an in-person experience such as a museum. Yet, with QR code usage growing by 250% between 2021 and 2023, QR code scams have risen again, too. It can bypass traditional email...
Black Friday Scams: What To Watch For
The holiday season is here, bringing with it some of the most anticipated deals of the year. With 95% of customers planning to do holiday shopping online in 2023, it’s also a time that cybercriminals can’t ignore. Black Friday scams come and go with the shoppers, making for a hidden threat for buyers hurrying to get the best prices. With its global reach, Black Friday...
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