Category Archives: Security

The Seven Steps of the NIST Risk Management Framework

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A growing cybersecurity threat to businesses is supply chain attacks. A study done by Argon Security in 2021 found that supply chain attacks had increased by 300% compared to 2020. That’s scary! Thankfully, there are agencies out there that are working hard to help businesses mitigate these risks, and one of those agencies is NIST. […]

NIST Cybersecurity Framework Updates & How NIST Is Responding to Supply Chain Attacks

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As a business owner, you’re well aware of the threat that cybercriminals pose to your data. The news is full of stories about companies that have been hacked, and the fallout from these attacks can be devastating. Recently, we’ve been seeing an increase in the amount of supply chain attacks, where hackers target a company’s […]

Data Breach Recovery & Prevention Checklist 

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In this blog post, we will be discussing a Data Breach Recovery & Prevention Checklist for small to medium sized businesses. This checklist was created by Envision consulting, a leading IT service provider.  As you probably know, data breaches can be incredibly costly and damaging to a business. That’s why it’s so important to have […]

How to Improve your Passwords

A strong and memorable password is a core part of using online services. Keeping it secure is essential to avoid hacking, theft and other crimes. Creating and maintaining good passwords is a vital business cybersecurity practice so sensitive information can be protected. Why Passwords Need to Be Strong to Improve Business Cybersecurity A password needs […]

4 Ways to Improve Business Cybersecurity

It might start with an email, or a private message on Facebook. The correspondence may seem legit, but when a small business owner clicks a link in that message, the unthinkable happens. A hacker infects their device with malware. That malware spreads to other devices across the network, which puts the entire company’s data at […]

Advantages of Cloud Computing

Cost-savings, enhanced security, and scalability are just some of the reasons companies large and small should consider the advantages of cloud computing. Consider these five real-time benefits that come with cloud computing.  Cost-Savings The initial investment in cloud-based IT solutions is much lower than that of an in-house equivalent. Therefore, you may avoid purchasing most […]

Everything You Need to Know About Joe Biden’s Executive Order on Cybersecurity

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Cybersecurity remains a significant threat to organizations nationwide, with large-scale breaches such as the colonial pipeline, Microsoft Exchange, and Solar Winds. These recent incidents occurred despite NIST compliance measures practiced across industries. The recent executive order on cybersecurity addresses these incidents. The worrying trends led to the President’s executive order on cybersecurity to bridge the gap […]

What is NIST Compliance?

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If you own or operate a business in the US, then you’re probably familiar with the word “compliance”. Information exchange between the government and private entities is not taken lightly because, if not done properly, it could lead to hacking and proliferation or loss of important data. NIST compliance is one form of IT compliance […]