Data Privacy Day: Securing Your Business in the Digital Age
Data Privacy Day serves as a crucial reminder of the importance of protecting personal and business information in our increasingly digital world. As cyber threats become more sophisticated, ensuring the security of business and customer data is paramount. This article delves into best practices for safeguarding this critical information, providing a roadmap for businesses to […]
Cloud Platforms: The New Efficiency Frontier
In the evolving landscape of Australian business technology, cloud platforms have emerged as a vital component in driving efficiency and innovation. As we delve into 2024, the demand for cloud platform skills is not just growing; it’s becoming a cornerstone for businesses seeking to manage and optimise their cloud services effectively. This surge in demand […]
Counting down to the Notifiable Data Breach Scheme (NDB)
If you haven’t already heard, Australia’s Notifiable Data Breach Scheme (NDB) came into effect on the 22nd of February 2018. This article will explain the NDB Scheme, who it affects and how you can prepare your business. What is the NDB Scheme? The NDB Act is an amendment to the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) which introduces […]
Password Manager & Keeper Security: The Importance of Password Management in Your Cybersecurity Strategy
In today’s digital landscape, password management plays a critical role in safeguarding organisations against cyber threats while enhancing employee productivity. From generating robust passwords to monitoring security policies, Password Managers offer powerful solutions that fortify company defences. Discover why password management is indispensable for every organisation’s cybersecurity strategy. Understanding Cybersecurity Strategy A cybersecurity strategy is […]
4 Real World Consequences of Cyber Crime
IBM recently announced at the THINK Sydney 2022 conference that cyber security is the issue of the decade. The prevalence of hacks and cyber crime lurking on every virtual corner seems to affirm this sentiment. On both a professional and personal level, everyone should be alert to cyber security and its consequences. However, this is […]
Smishing: the newest and most effective form of cyberattack
Smishing is the newest and most effective form of cyberattack being reported by Managed IT Services companies. Attacks from hackers via SMS has been dubbed ‘Smishing’, which combines the phrases ‘SMS’ and ‘phishing’. Traditionally, phishing scams have been conducted via email. This may include emails purporting to be a trusted business or establishment. It could […]
The different types of network authentications
In a world of data breaches, hacking and other cyber threats lurking at every corner, implementing some form of two/multi factor authentication should be a given within your organisation. Given the prevalence of cybercrime, any system that can filter legitimate users from malicious users should be embraced. However, over the years many forms of authentication […]
What is cybersecurity awareness and how does it benefit businesses?
As the saying goes, a chain is only as strong as its weakest link. Human error has consistently remained one of the leading causes of cyber security incidents and data breaches. Moreover, cyber security threats are consistently adapting and maturing making them hard to avoid. However, businesses can fight back and protect themselves against security […]
Tech News Recap – January
Welcome back to another tech news recap where we compile the most thought-provoking and need-to-know tech stories in a bite sized edition. This recap will focus on the huge GoDaddy data breach that occurred earlier last month, Australia and the EU’s announcement of plans to regulate tech companies and Amazon’s data collection practices coming into question. […]
Why Managed Security is the Future of MSP’s
In an ever-growing cybersecurity market, the demand for Managed Security is always increasing. Similarly, the roles and responsibilities of a Managed Service Provider are also evolving beyond their traditional scope. Although this has been in the works for some time now, Managed Security will become the frontrunner service for MSP’s. Meaning a transitional shift from MSP to MSSP is […]
