Tag: cyber threats
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How to Create Effective Incident Response Plans: A Complete Guide for SMBs
In today’s digital landscape, cybersecurity incidents are not a matter of if but when. With cyber attacks increasing by 38% year-over-year and the average cost of a data breach reaching $4.88 million in 2024, having an effective incident response plan is no longer optional—it’s essential for business survival. For small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), the…
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5 Hidden iPhone Security Features You Need to Activate Today for Ultimate Protection
Your iPhone contains powerful security features that most users never discover, leaving their personal and business data vulnerable to cyber threats. While Apple has built iOS with security as a cornerstone, many of the most effective protection tools remain buried in settings menus, unknown to the average user. In today’s digital landscape, where mobile devices…
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UK Arrests Teen Scattered Spider Hackers: What SMBs Need to Know About This Growing Cyber Threat
In a significant cybersecurity development that has implications for businesses across the UK, authorities have arrested two teenagers suspected of being members of the notorious Scattered Spider hacking group. These arrests are directly linked to the August 2024 cyberattack on Transport for London (TfL), highlighting the evolving threat landscape that small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs)…
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Using the MITRE ATT&CK Framework: A Complete Guide for Small and Medium Businesses
In today’s rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) face an unprecedented challenge: defending against sophisticated cyber threats while operating with limited resources. The MITRE ATT&CK framework has emerged as a game-changing tool that levels the playing field, providing organizations of all sizes with a structured approach to understanding, preparing for, and defending…
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Tiffany & Co Falls Victim to Second Data Breach: What SMBs Can Learn from Gift Card Security Failures
The luxury jewelry retailer Tiffany & Co has once again found itself in the cybersecurity spotlight, disclosing a significant data breach that compromised over 2,500 customers’ personal information and gift card details. This marks the company’s second major breach disclosure in recent months, highlighting a troubling trend that should serve as a wake-up call for…
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What Hackers See When They Look at You Online: Your Digital Footprint Exposed
Every click, every post, every online transaction leaves a trail. What you might consider harmless browsing or social media activity creates a comprehensive digital profile that hackers can exploit with disturbing precision. Understanding what cybercriminals see when they look at you online is the first step toward protecting yourself and your business from increasingly sophisticated…