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Satan Ransomware: Understanding this New Threat

Ransomware has never been a more serious threat thanks to the new program Satan. Read on to learn more about Satan ransomware and how to protect yourself against this new threat. One particularly malicious cyber-attack which has grown more frequent in recent years is ransomware, a virus that infects a computer system and shuts it […]

Weekly Tech Tip: Control physical access to computers and network components

Prevent access or use of business computers by unauthorized individuals. Laptops can be particularly easy targets for theft or can be lost, so lock them up when unattended. Make sure a separate user account is created for each employee and require strong passwords. Administrative privileges should only be given to trusted IT staff and key […]

Weekly Tech Tip: Require employees to use strong passwords and to change them often

Consider implementing multifactor authentication that requires additional information beyond a password to gain entry. Check with your vendors that handle sensitive data, especially financial institutions, to see if they offer multifactor authentication for your account.