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Gen Z grew up online. That doesn’t make them safe.
Comfortable with technology and protected on it are different things.
Your team already has an AI policy. You just didn't write it.
The gap between what you allow and what's actually happening.
Microsoft's new AI bug hunter isn't your security plan
What MDASH actually does, and why the basics still matter more
Ransomware gangs are fighting. You still lose.
Why a criminal turf war doesn't make your business any safer.
Your employees can now build their own AI agents
Microsoft is handing out AI agents. Somebody needs to be watching them.
Don't text to prove you're human
A routine click just turned into a billing problem for your business.
Should you ban Copilot on Friday afternoons?
The real risk isn't the day of the week.
Your antivirus didn't catch this fake Windows update
69 antivirus engines missed it. Your team almost did too.
Your AI tools are making decisions you can't explain
Shadow AI isn't just a productivity risk. It's a visibility problem.
Could you shut off your AI if you had to?
Most businesses can't say who owns their AI tools or how fast they could shut one off if it went wrong.
That Azure Monitor alert in your inbox might be a scam
Scammers are abusing Azure Monitor to send phishing alerts from a genuine Microsoft domain that push victims toward a ca…
Is your data security keeping up with your business?
As businesses add tool after tool over the years, sensitive data ends up scattered across systems nobody can fully map, …
Don't ask AI to make your passwords
Research shows AI chatbots generate passwords with hidden, predictable patterns that make them far weaker than they look…
Still using Windows 10? Treat it as a countdown, not a comfort zone
Windows 10 machines that still feel usable are running on borrowed time, and the ESU extension is a transition period, n…
AI is changing what phishing pages can do
A new phishing technique uses AI to generate malicious code on the fly for each visitor, making the fake pages harder fo…
How to Use AI at Work Without Adding Risk
Employee AI use has outpaced company governance, and without a clear policy on what tools and data are allowed, uncontro…
Mobile web browsers and privacy: what business owners need to know
Mobile browsers have become an overlooked entry point into business systems, and the amount of data they collect varies …
AI tools are adding checkout buttons. Your company needs to pay attention.
As AI assistants like Copilot add built-in shopping and checkout, businesses need a policy before uncontrolled spending,…
50 Companies Breached Over Simple MFA Gaps
A breach affecting 50 multinational corporations traced back to one common gap: multi-factor authentication wasn't enfor…
Protecting your business from digital fraud and AI assisted attacks
AI tools are making digital fraud and social engineering attacks more convincing at scale, and growing businesses need a…
The current state of cyber threats facing growing businesses
A first-quarter review of 2026 cybersecurity trends shows attacks growing more precise and patient, with credential thef…
Why business owners should think twice before using AI browsers
AI browsers like Comet, Atlas, and Copilot-enabled Edge can read screens and open tabs in ways traditional security tool…
Microsoft Edge Just Made Passkeys a Little Less Painful
Microsoft Edge 142 now syncs passkeys across Windows devices tied to a personal Microsoft account, a small but limited s…
Microsoft Edge's Scareware Blocker: A Quiet Fix for a Loud Problem
Microsoft Edge's new scareware blocker stops fake infection warnings and lockup screens before they load, cutting off a …
The Hidden Malware Risk Lurking in Google Search Results
SEO poisoning lets cybercriminals rig search results with fake app downloads that carry spyware and credential-stealing …
Study Shows 80% of Ransomware Attacks Use AI
AI is now powering the majority of ransomware attacks, from flawless phishing emails to cloned voicemails, making old de…
FBI Warning: Interlock Ransomware is Spreading Fast
A joint FBI, CISA, HHS, and MS-ISAC alert warns that Interlock ransomware steals data before locking systems and increas…
Your Business Is at Risk Because Your Team Has Too Much Access
Privilege creep, where employees and ex-employees retain access to systems they no longer need, is a silent security ris…
The End of Password Headaches? Microsoft Leans Into Passkeys
Microsoft is integrating passkeys and biometric sign-in directly into Windows 11, partnering with 1Password to move busi…
Fix This Common New Hire Mistake Before It Costs You
New employees fall for phishing attacks at nearly twice the rate of long-term staff, making the first 90 days a critical…
Windows 10 Support Ends in Two Weeks
With Windows 10 free support ending in two weeks, unpatched systems become easy targets for cybercriminals, making the m…
The Hidden Threat Behind "Free Antivirus"
Fake antivirus websites are tricking well-meaning employees into installing malware like VenomRAT, and owner-operated bu…
Faster Cyber Threat Response Starts with Clarity
Microsoft and CrowdStrike's 2025 partnership to cross-map dozens of hacker group aliases removes a confusing bottleneck …
Still on Windows 10? Waiting could cost you more than money
With Windows 10 reaching end of life on October 14, 2025, businesses that wait until the deadline risk security exposure…
Worried About Screen Snooping? Windows 11 Has a Fix
A new Windows 11 feature called Onlooker Detection, being tested in preview builds, can dim your screen or warn you when…
Avoid the Trap: How to Identify Suspicious Microsoft Emails
Microsoft is now the most impersonated brand in phishing attacks, and knowing how to spot fake account alerts plus using…
The One Backup Strategy That Keeps You in Business When Ransomware Hits
With ransomware attacks up 84% and 96% of victims finding their backups also compromised, immutable cloud backups are th…
Still Using Weak Passwords? Here's Why That Needs to Change
With billions of credentials leaked in 2025 and most breaches involving reused or simple passwords, small business owner…
Is Cyber Fraud Quietly Bleeding Your Business?
Payment redirection scams, business email compromise, and even deepfake calls are draining small businesses financially,…
Hackers don't need your password if they can use Microsoft's login process
Device-code phishing abuses Microsoft's own legitimate login flow to hijack accounts and bypass MFA entirely, making a q…
That Free File Converter Might Be a Malware Trap
The FBI has warned that fake online file converter sites are quietly delivering malware like NetSupport RAT and DarkGate…
Your Team Thinks They Can Spot Phishing Emails. Most Can't.
A KnowBe4 study shows most employees who feel confident spotting phishing emails actually fail when tested, and here's h…
Is Your Business Leaving the Door Wide Open with Weak Passwords?
Weak passwords remain one of the easiest ways hackers get in, and strong passwords, password managers, and MFA together …
Did you even know Incognito Mode copied your Clipboard? Across devices!?
Private browsing never protected clipboard contents, but a new Chromium update finally stops copied data from syncing ac…
Cyberattacks Rank as the #1 Concern for Businesses
The 2025 Allianz Risk Barometer ranks cyberattacks the top global business risk for the fourth straight year, and small …
Don't Fall Victim: Malware Dangers Lurking Behind Ads for Small Businesses
Malvertising hides malicious code in ordinary-looking online ads, and small businesses without dedicated IT support are …
70% of businesses take too long to fix critical security flaws
A study finds nearly 70% of businesses take over 24 hours to patch critical vulnerabilities, leaving SMBs especially exp…
Employees Are Falling for Phishing Scams 3x More Than Last Year
A Netskope study shows phishing scam success rates have tripled year over year, driven by more convincing attacks and re…
Don't ignore Windows 11 requirements when upgrading
With Windows 10 support ending in October 2025, businesses need to check TPM 2.0 and hardware compatibility now to avoid…
Remote vs. In-Office Work: The Security Risks SMBs Can't Ignore
Remote and hybrid work boosts retention for SMBs, but only if businesses address the cybersecurity risks that come with …
Why Your Business's Backups Might Not Be As Secure As You Think
Outdated backup systems can leave businesses exposed since ransomware now targets backups directly, and modern immutable…
New Phishing Scam Uses Corrupt Word Docs to Bypass Your Security
Cybercriminals are intentionally corrupting Word document attachments so they slip past email security scanners, then re…
Is Your Biggest Cybersecurity Risk Your Own Team?
Human error, from weak passwords to phishing clicks, remains the leading cause of data breaches, and closing that gap ta…
How To Protect Your Business From The Dangers of Public Wi-Fi
Public Wi-Fi networks expose businesses to man-in-the-middle attacks, fake hotspots, and unencrypted data transfers, but…
Windows Hello: Smarter, Safer Sign-Ins for Your Business
Windows Hello's updated interface and new passkey support replace passwords with biometrics and on-device credentials, c…
Protect your SMB from scams posing as Microsoft Teams IT support
Cybercriminals posing as Microsoft Teams IT support are phishing employees for credentials and deploying ransomware, and…
What your business can do to combat surging email attacks
Business Email Compromise and phishing attacks are surging, costing businesses billions, and MFA, employee training, and…
Are Old Employee Logins Putting Your Business at Risk?
Dormant accounts from former employees are a common, overlooked security risk for small and mid-sized businesses, but a …
Are File Hosting Services Putting Your Business at Risk?
Cybercriminals are increasingly hijacking trusted file hosting platforms like OneDrive and Dropbox to launch convincing …
11 Ways to secure the cloud and protect your business data
A rundown of eleven practical cloud security measures, from multi-factor authentication and encryption to zero-trust arc…
Beware of the Latest Malware Locking Your Browser in Kiosk Mode
A variant of the Amadey trojan is trapping browsers in kiosk mode to steal Google credentials, and there are specific st…
Backups Fail: 1 in 3 Businesses Still Lose Critical Data
About a third of data loss incidents stem from backup failures, so SMBs need a tested disaster recovery plan, not just a…
Here's Why Businesses Shouldn't Wait to Upgrade to Windows 11
Most business devices are already ready for Windows 11, and with Windows 10 support ending October 2025, delaying the up…
Why Microsoft's MFA for Azure is a Game Changer
Starting October 2024, Microsoft is making multi-factor authentication mandatory for all Azure sign-ins, a major step to…
Microsoft says you MUST update your Windows 11 machines by Oct 8
Microsoft is cutting off security updates for older Windows 11 versions after October 8, 2024, making the upgrade to 23H…
How Cyber Extortion is Impacting Small Businesses
A new report shows cyber extortion incidents surging 77% in a year, with small businesses targeted four times more often…
280 Million malware infections: Are your Chrome extensions safe?
A Stanford study found over 280 million Chrome users unknowingly installed malware-laden extensions, exposing sensitive …
Data Leak Control in Microsoft Edge
Microsoft Edge for Business now uses AI, encryption, and policy enforcement to stop sensitive data from leaking through …
Ransomware Surge Breaks Six-Year Record
2024 saw the highest level of ransomware activity on record, driven by Ransomware-as-a-Service and zero-day exploits, ma…
Your employees don't report security issues fast enough, if at all
Fewer than 10% of cybersecurity incidents get reported in time, and ongoing, engaging training is the fix for underrepor…
Why SMBs Can't Afford to Ignore Cybersecurity
With 46% of cyberattacks targeting small businesses, MFA, password managers, monitoring, and ongoing training are no lon…
Your Finger Holds the Key: Biometrics and Passkeys Explained
A look at how biometrics and passkeys compare to traditional passwords, and why adoption is still catching up despite th…
3 in 4 people are overloaded by passwords: Discover the solution
Weak and reused passwords drive the majority of data breaches, and a password manager is the simplest fix for password o…
True or False? Your annual cybersecurity training keeps you safe
Annual cybersecurity training checks a compliance box but fails to change behavior, and small, frequent, engaging traini…
Malware threats are at their highest: it's time to talk about it
Malware attacks on small and medium businesses are at an all-time high, and this post breaks down the main threat types …
Is the latest phishing attack the most dangerous?
SubdoMailing attacks hijack abandoned but legitimate subdomains of trusted brands to slip past email security, and this …
Leveled up Cyber threats? Time to Power Up!
CrowdStrike's latest global threat report shows attackers moving faster, organizing more, and still relying on human err…
Alert: Top Phishing Scam of the Year Targets You!
Phishing remains the most common cyberattack vector, and this post breaks down the major, moderate, and minor phishing t…
Criminals are now giving options with their ransomware.
Ransomware gangs are adding psychological pressure tactics like countdown timers and payment tiers, and this post explai…
Botnet Surge: why your business is a target and how to protect it
A massive spike in botnet activity, from tens of thousands to over a million compromised devices, means businesses of ev…
Meet your new Gmail protector and say goodbye to spam
Google's new RETVec spam filter analyzes email text numerically instead of scanning for keywords, cutting false positive…
Can you use SharePoint and be HIPAA Compliant?
You can use SharePoint and Microsoft 365 in a way that fits HIPAA, but the software alone does not make you compliant. H…
5 Must Have Tech Policies For Your Company
Five tech policies every business needs in its employee handbook, updated for 2026: BYOD, passwords, public Wi-Fi, appro…