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QR codes are convenient, but cybercriminals use them for scams, too—usually to get you to download malware or reveal sensitive information. Protect yourself from QR phishing scams with these quick tips: Inspect the source: Only scan codes from trusted entities. Check...
Practicing good cybersecurity takes effort and buy-in across your company. Cyber fatigue is real (read our blog on that phenomenon and how to fight it) and it effects every kind of company. New research from Gartner estimates that 45% of organizations will experience...
In case of disaster, what’s your safety net? Regulations from the government and insurance companies are making business continuity a hot topic. If you find you’re suddenly in need of a Business Continuity Plan (BCP), working with a managed service provider might be...
Did you know that cyber fatigue is a real issue? One of the best ways to battle cyber …
‘Tis the season… for cyber attacks? You aren’t the only one staying busy during the holiday season. Cyber criminals are, too, even more than usual! A UK-based cybersecurity firm Darktrace found that there is a 30% increase in the number of ransomware attacks every...
Are you looking for the right way to protect your company from cyber threats? Read here for a …
Any IT or cybersecurity company worth their salt will tell you that you need multiple layers of security …
Facebook tracks its users’ activity across the web. Here’s how to stop it. Among security experts, there’s a …
IT documentation is a powerful force when it comes to your business network and overall operations. Done well, …
Did You Know? The dark web could now be considered the world’s third largest economy, with experts estimating that cybercrime brought in over $6 trillion in 2021, according to the FBI’s annual Internet Crime Report, which documents cybercrime trends. The Bureau...
Operating systems can’t last forever. Windows 10 is out the door on October 14th—but you might want to start prepping now. Microsoft won’t be providing security updates to Windows 10 anymore after that point. What are security updates? Security updates are pushed...
Peoria businesses need more than just basic IT support—they need a technology partner who understands the local business environment while delivering enterprise-grade solutions. Facet Technologies has been providing premier IT services in Peoria, IL for over 30 years,...
Luck is Not a Cybersecurity Strategy. While lucky shamrocks and leprechauns make for charming tales over a pint, they make dangerous cybersecurity strategies. Protect your data with more than wishful thinking. Many businesses operate with the "luck of the Irish"...
What makes a business a target? Cybercriminals are scanning for targets across every industry and every size of business. Let's explore who they're targeting and, more importantly, how to keep your organization off their radar. Industries Commonly Targeted by...
What was it Ben Franklin said?Maybe that the only two certain things in life are phishing scams and taxes? Something like that... According to IRS data, tax scams spike in January and February and intensify through April. Last year, scammers targeted numerous business...