Much like the coronavirus itself, virus-themed ransomware attacks are spreading relentlessly. However, there are several relatively simple steps you can take to flatten the curve of these malicious campaigns.
Cybercriminals commonly launch attacks designed to play on widespread fear and uncertainty during major world crises.
Data backup has always been one of the most business-critical IT functions. If you can’t recover your data when computers crash or disasters occur, your business may not recover, either. With more people working from home due to the coronavirus, businesses must adopt a heightened sense of urgency about backup operations.
Providing IT support for telecommuting employees has always been a tricky proposition, but it is particularly challenging now that COVID-19 stay-at-home orders have effectively forced entire companies into work-from-home arrangements.
Even before the current crisis created a surge in telecommuting, remote workers said IT support problems limited their productivity.
Surge in SQL injection attacks points to the need for intrusion prevention systems to protect applications and sensitive data.
Used by cybercriminals for more than 20 years, SQL injection is one of the oldest forms of web application attacks around.
Employees working from home need remote access, but what’s the best way to provide it — RDP or VPN?
You can’t blame IT managers for wanting to lock down access to the network, given the endless barrage of sophisticated security threats they must attempt to thwart.
Predictably, cybercriminals seeking to capitalize on the COVID-19 pandemic with waves of cyberattacks. Many are specifically targeting the huge numbers of people worldwide who are working from home to reduce the spread of the virus.
Remote workers are inviting targets because they lack many of the digital protections that exist in a secure office environment.
When it comes to IT infrastructure and network reliability, there’s really only one performance metric that matters to your employees and customers: Is it working? IT managers, analysts and support specialists understand there’s not always a simple yes or no answer.
In Part 1, we explained why the benefits of a network refresh far outweigh the risk of continuing to operate outdated network infrastructure. Legacy networks weren’t built to support today’s demands. Automation is more difficult to implement, and compliance and security are tougher to monitor and maintain.
Many small to midsize businesses are hesitant to replace existing technology because they fear high costs and disruption to business operations. At the end of the day, they often decide to roll the dice with what they have rather than deal with the potential risk and uncertainty of the unknown.
Simple strategies to help get your backups into shape.
We know we’re supposed to eat right and exercise but putting that knowledge into practice can be a challenge. Unfortunately, the same holds true for data backups in many organizations.
Businesses without a sound data protection plan leave themselves vulnerable to ransomware and other cyber threats that can corrupt, destroy or deny access to critical information.
