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As cyber threats continue to grow and cause more problems to organizations across the globe, a pressing question on the minds of many IT professionals is ‘What is URL phishing?’ Cyber threats can be designed to steal intellectual property or…

There’s been a lot of news about ransomware these days. Affected governments, administrations, and businesses have been extorted for millions of dollars to regain access to their data and systems – with varying levels of results. It can also happen…

Ensuring your computer is secure is an important part of keeping it in good working condition. It will also make sure your information is safe and only shared with those to whom you’ve given permission. Cybersecurity actually comes down to…

Most computer users have very likely come across the terms “malware” and “virus.” In fact, many computer users may have had firsthand experience with one or both of these ill-natured computer programs. And while the two terms are often used…

A vulnerability assessment is a detailed evaluation of your organization’s networks and systems for potential weaknesses and threats. The process involves an analysis that locates and then accesses the consequence of each weakness to prioritize correcting any flaws in your…

According to research, the general public often holds the CEO of a company personally responsible for an organization’s cybersecurity. When organizations fall victim to cyber-attacks or data breaches, many people believe that C-level executives should be personally held accountable Plus,…

The massive and hasty transition to a huge global-scale remote workforce earlier this year has put an even bigger buzz on the topic of cybersecurity. While some governments and regulatory bodies such as the GDPR and EU’s Cybersecurity Act have…

While working away on your computer, you may not realize that you are not alone. Hackers are always attempting to infiltrate new devices and searching for vulnerable spots where they can lurk on your computer and steal sensitive data. Sometimes…

Experts have warned that hackers are targeting Linux, Windows, and macOS operating systems with a sophisticated malware framework, called MATA. Researchers believe this framework has been used since 2018 by a well-known threat actor from North Korea, named Lazarus. A…

A new report released from the Ponemon Institute and IBM Security advised that data breaches are now costing organizations almost $4 million. The report, titled ‘The Annual Cost of a Data Breach’ presented an in-depth look at what the financial…

While Microsoft Office 365 is famed for its suite of collaborative and dynamic workspaces for consumers and businesses, Microsoft’s backup policies can’t guarantee a fast and complete restoration of lost data. The restore process can be complicated, lengthy, and depend…

Liviu Arsene, the security analyst for Bitdefender, recently shared some thoughts regarding the world of cybersecurity after coronavirus settles and what the long-term impact will be. In a recent interview, he stated “Right now IT and security teams should probably…

Recent months have significantly changed the typical corporate environment, as millions of employees transitioned to remote home office work as a result of the COVID-19 crisis. As the transition was in haste in reaction to trying to curb the spread…

Passwords alone can no longer keep cybercriminals at bay. Even by implementing all the latest recommendations and best practices in password management, unless your organization is using multi-factor authentication, you’re leaving yourself exposed against an attack. The Microsoft Tech Community…

When it comes to keeping secure against the rapidly growing world of cyber threats, there is no shortage of areas where you and your organization need to remain vigilant. At MBC, we understand that these sinister threats can not only…

Small business owners are under the constant threat of cyber-attacks and the fear that they do not have adequate resources to protect themselves. Every day, the number of cyberattacks is growing and increasing the chance that your organization’s data may…

A deliberate and malicious attempt by hackers to breach, disrupt, or destroy the information system and network of an individual or organization is called a cyberattack. The number of cyberattacks is increasing globally every day, crippling businesses overnight and wreaking…

Cyber security has been a buzzing topic for years as the number and severity of attacks have continued to increase. With the recent coronavirus outbreak, there has been a significant increase in threats across the globe. It is important for…

As the coronavirus outbreak has caused major disruptions to businesses and has caused many employees to now be working from home, business owners are increasingly concerned about cyber security and if they are properly protected. What are the types of…

While the coronavirus (COVID-19) has been dominating the world news lately, what you may not have heard is how it is causing increased cyber security concerns. This is largely due to the massive shift of so many employees having to…