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Help protect your employees and customers from identity theft. This customizable policy, written by Scott Matteson for TechRepublic Premium, outlines precautions for reducing risk, signs to watch out for, and…

It doesn’t matter whether your organization is a huge multinational business enterprise or a one-person operation. At some point, your computer networks and systems will be attacked by someone with…

Taking a coordinated security approach is one way to leave no loopholes. By this, we are referring to a cybersecurity architecture that comprises a team and security components working together…

Mobile devices are a way of life in both the consumer and business realms — and business interests must be protected where the two converge. This customizable policy, written by…

Legacy security measures, while offering a baseline level of protection, heavily rely on predefined signatures and a narrow definition of the “abnormal.” They often follow a reactive approach, can be…

Cybersecurity threats are multiplying with each passing year. They are growing more sophisticated, as shown by the continued success enjoyed by ransomware and other scams. Two-factor authentication is a time-tested…

The use of email systems to send large files has become obsolete. P2P file-sharing networks make it easy for users to exchange data and information. However, they can also facilitate…

System or network vulnerabilities and security threats can severely impact business operations or even shutter its doors. However, these incidents can be prevented by proactively detecting potential threat opportunities. The…

Phishing attacks are one of the most common types of data breach attempts, with 3.4 billion phishing emails being sent every single day, according to Splunk. Furthermore, 80% of organizations…

Patching of operating systems, applications, and devices is not usually ranked as a favorite endeavor of IT professionals, but it’s a critical process to ensure secure company operations and reduce…