Risk Management
The Cyber Threat Inside Your Walls: Why Insider Attacks Should Keep Small Business Owners Up at Night
Most small business owners worry about hackers breaking in from the outside. But what if the real threat is already inside your company? Insider threats—cyber risks that come from your own employees, contractors, or partners—are now one of the most dangerous and most overlooked vulnerabilities facing small and midsize businesses today. And the worst part?…
Read MoreWhat Executives Are Saying About Cybersecurity Right Now (And Who They’re Trusting to Help)
If you’re anywhere near the C-suite these days, you’ve probably noticed a shift. Cybersecurity has moved way beyond the IT department. It’s front and center in boardrooms, strategy sessions, and risk conversations. When things go wrong, it’s not just about firewalls or malware…it’s about business operations, customer trust, and the company’s bottom line. And right…
Read MoreThe Hidden Dangers of Security Misconfiguration
80% of security incidents stem from misconfigured settings, making it one of the biggest threats to businesses today. Cybercriminals don’t always need sophisticated tools to break into systems. Sometimes, a simple security misconfiguration provides an easy entry point. Open databases to weak passwords; these vulnerabilities expose businesses to cyberattacks, compliance failures, and financial losses. Chris…
Read MoreSmishing Attacks Are Surging – How to Protect Your Business from Text Message Scams
In an era where cyber threats evolve rapidly, cybercriminals are shifting their tactics to exploit one of the most common communication channels: text messaging. The FBI recently issued a warning about a surge in smishing—a form of phishing that uses SMS messages to trick recipients into revealing sensitive information. What is Smishing? Smishing (SMS phishing)…
Read MoreCyber Insurance Won’t Save You—But Zero Trust Can
In today’s digital landscape, businesses often turn to cyber insurance as a safety net against cyberattacks. While having coverage can assist with financial recovery after a breach, relying solely on cyber insurance is a risky strategy. The reality is that cyber insurance doesn’t prevent attacks—it only steps in after disaster strikes, by which time the…
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