Last year that one average a single cryptomalware attack may cost up to $99,000 on average for small and medium businesses (SMBs) and more than half (67 percent) reported complete or partial loss of corporate data.
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OPM criticized for 2015 major data breach shortcomings
OPM has been criticized by the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee for security shortcomings, which contributed to 2015’s major data breach.
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Post-vacation Security Tips for your Business
Except for the few of us who choose to visit faraway places at other times of the year, for the majority of us, our vacation time is coming to end. Whether we are refreshed or nostalgic for our summertime getaway, let’s make sure to take into account our IT security while we get back on track.
Memory, Oh Memory
Recent research has proven that the last weeks of summer are an especially sensitive time of the year for some vacation side effects. Many of us are so relaxed we can’t even remember our passwords!
In that case, it’s easy to restore passwords, but we also have to be very careful while doing so. 77% of people who forget their passwords deliberately choose easier ones to replace their former passwords. Of course they do this to avoid another memory lapse, but they must also remember that this makes their password much less effective and lowers their security—in addition to the IT security at their workplace.
Check Out Your Well-Traveled Devices
When a laptop or mobile device leaves their usual space, they can be exposed to a higher number of threats because cybercriminals can connect to these devices (with or without your knowledge) while you’re accessing Wi-Fi networks at hotels, cafeterias and other public spots.
If you have been careful while using these access points it doesn’t mean something will happen. However, during the times of BYOD (Bring Your Own Device), all you have to do is review the devices that access the company network (laptops, mobile phones, tablets etc.) at the end of the summer. We hope you don’t have an unpleasant surprise waiting for you.
Recycling and Good Practices
The best time to revise routines or implement better practices is right after vacation time. This is also an ideal time to conduct an employee training, if your business permits it, in order to update workers on the latest threats. With proper training, your workers will be less likely of biting the “phishing” hook that comes after them.
September Novelties
While the weather is cooling down in the month of September, the technology sector is also getting ready for the hottest presentations of the year. Tech giants like Apple and Google always announce their newest updates and innovations. Companies await security developments regarding the new terminals and operating systems and as soon as the new versions are released, they are reviewed and updated. If your devices are obsolete and no longer support the upgrades, this is a great time to renew them.
Keep these tips in mind without forgetting to take precautions that we must bear in mind throughout the year, as is to have a good cybersecurity solution that allows us to enjoy a safe surfing on our corporate network.
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Meet online threats in advance – online security
It’s possible to meet and avoid many online threats already in advance. Here you’ll find a handy list to arm yourself against the daily “online” and online threats.
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School ransomware: A threat to be aware of
Ransomware that targets schools is a threat that needs to be understood, explains ESET’s Lysa Myers. Top cybersecurity efforts are needed to keep it at bay.
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Kaspersky Lab Security Solutions Earn First Place in all SE Labs Q2 2016 Tests
Kaspersky Lab products were named the best solution for small businesses, enterprises and home users according to the results of security solutions testing conducted by SE Labs in Q2 2016.
Infographic: tips and tricks for smartphone parenting
Lay the groundwork for responsible smartphone use, and manage the challenges and opportunities they bring. Our tips and tricks in the infographic below work best when used openly and honestly in partnership with the children – not as a stealth spying method.
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Gugi Banking Trojan Outsmarts New Android 6 Security
Kaspersky Lab announced today its experts discovered a modification of the Gugi banking Trojan that can bypass Android OS 6 security features designed to block phishing and ransomware attacks.
What you should know about Windows 10
It is reaching the end of its first year and now companies are asking, is it the right moment to update to Windows 10?Now that it’s becoming somewhat mature, should businesses take the plunge and invest time and money to upgrade their software? The general opinion is that yes, companies should upgrade. After all, it takes far less time and resources to plan the transition than to deal with it after problems emerge due to outdated software.
January 2020 may be far away, but that is when Windows 7 will be discontinued, and businesses need a lot of time—months or even years—to complete this type of transition. There are also some companies that have chosen to continue using Windows 8, an operating system which has brought more sorrow than glory to the corporate sector.
In addition to the added benefits offered in Windows 10, the tech company has also tried to fix the Windows 8 problems and has also introduced new elements that are designed to attract more businesses which is a huge market that Microsoft can’t afford to lose to its competitors: Apple Mac and Google Chromebook.
The main focus for Windows 10 is to reinforce security. Some of the improvements include biometric identification support (Hello), improvements for mobile device management (MDM) and a centralized verification center through Azure Active Directory (this prevents unnecessary password duplication).
Panda Security’s antivirus solutions work perfectly with Windows 10
But perhaps the most talked about and significant aspect for businesses is the new update cycle. With the 10th version of their operating system, Microsoft has gotten rid of something that is typical in other companies: constant updates. Until now, security patches were published once a month (the famous “Patch Tuesday”) and most of the improvements were concentrated in large blocks called “Service packs”.
The wait until 2020 is long and not in-rhythm with the current digital economy, but with this new system, Windows 10 will be able to install updates immediately (as long as the people in charge decide so).
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Back to school, back to cyberbullying?
The days are getting shorter – and colder already! – and families all over the world are returning home again, after a nice and relaxing summer vacation. For the kids that can only mean one thing: It’s time to go back to school.
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