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Think your small business is safe from cyberattacks? Think again. Cybercriminals target SMEs just as much as big corporations – often because smaller businesses invest less in cybersecurity. From clear security guidelines to mobile policies and incident response plans, there are simple steps you can take to protect your business. In our blog, we’ve outlined four essential policies to get you started. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eUW2zq6Z

Still updating your passwords every few months? You might not need to anymore. Recent guidance from cybersecurity experts is challenging everything we thought we knew about password safety. Changing passwords often isn’t the fix we hoped for – but what is? From why this old advice doesn’t work to the smarter strategies you should try, we’re breaking it all down in our latest blog - click here to read: https://lnkd.in/e7HSQ4f6

If your access control is reliant on RFID, then you need to read this. Access control has advanced a lot over the years, but so too has the risk of RFID cloning. Cloning occurs in two main ways: Proximity reading - where the attack ensures they are close to the target RFID token with a custom-built reader Eavesdropping - where the attacker places a reader close to the authentic RFID reader and intercepts the transmissions. Luckily there are steps you can take to prevent becoming a victim of RFID cloning - take a read of our blog to find out more: https://lnkd.in/e3Qt9WEE

It only takes one person to jeopordise your entire business - all thanks to social engineering tactics used by cybercriminals. So it's vital tha you put a stop to these attempts before it's too late. Through education, enhanced cybersecurity, policy implementation and even leveraging AI, there are a variety of ways that you can reduce the risk of falling foul to social engineering. Head over to our blog to find out more: https://lnkd.in/eFXKRDnu

Did you know there isn’t just one type of malware? Cybercriminals use a variety of methods to infiltrate systems to steal, destroy, or damage data. To help you stay protected, we’ve created a guide to the six most common types of malware. Understanding these threats will help you implement secure systems to detect and defend against them. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/esevgPRW

Do you know where Cyber attacks come from? At OfficeAnyplace we use a Zero Trust security approach that places our clients in a much better and safer position, regardless of whether you know where attacks come from, or not. This innovative approach to IT security assumes that no-one is trustworthy until proven otherwise – whether they are a regular user of your system or not. Find out more about how cyber attacks can happen out of the blue and why you should consider a Zero Trust security approach for your business: https://lnkd.in/ebUHTPa4

Changing passwords every 60-90 days has become too predictable. And cyber criminals are taking advantage. Given most users end up using a variation of an old password when updating, this method of password security has become vulnerable. This is why it might be time to stop changing your password and instead, implement these other methods to stop a cyber security attack. Read about the alternatives here: https://lnkd.in/eR8HXhS3

As the economy changes, businesses across the UK are reassessing their budgets, looking for ways to save. Often, cybersecurity is one of the first areas where companies consider cutting costs, assuming it’s something they can handle in-house. However, cybersecurity is complex and critical, leaving your business vulnerable is a risk you don’t want to take. By outsourcing your cybersecurity, you’re making a strategic investment that protects your business from potential threats without compromising quality. We've highlighted five key benefits of outsourcing cybersecurity and demonstrate why, in the long run, it’s the most financially sound choice for your business. Click here to read: https://lnkd.in/eNUz9uYA

Do you carry a portable phone charger with you? You never know when your phone battery will run low, right? The same principle applies to cybersecurity - you can never be too prepared for a threat. Establishing strong protection systems means your business is safeguarded 24/7, even when you least expect it. Don’t fall into the growing percentage of businesses that report cyber attacks or security breaches. Start protecting your business today. Read more on our website: https://lnkd.in/ebWHj_rw