What is multi factor authentication? Multi factor authentication is when a user must provide evidence from two or more sources to prove their identity. Typically this information should come from separate categories, such as a thing they own (a bank card), a thing they know (a password), or something they are (a finger print). A […]
Category Archives: Security
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Common information security breach examples and how to avoid them. It used to be that major information security hacks were the purely the stuff of Hollywood films. The government may have reason to worry, but it hardly seemed likely you are your businesses would become targets. But as security hacks of major corporations regularly make […]
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How NIST 800-171 can help you establish network security protocols for your business, even if you don’t contract with the DoD. We’ve written a lot lately about NIST 800-171 and what your business can do to become compliant. But while these compliance standards are only mandatory for businesses filling federal or DoD contracts, they can […]
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How to know if your business handles CUI (and what to do about it). We recently talked about the NIST 800-171 cybersecurity standards which the DoD requires all contractors and subcontractors to implement by the end of 2017. They apply to any business contracting with the DoD or the federal government, and any business which […]
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When was the last time you ran security patches on your servers? Businesses often ignore server patches or updates until they encounter issues. When it comes to server security best practices, regular server security patching is always at the top of the list. Unfortunately, this is also one of the most overlooked practices in server […]
IT Security Audit: Why Your Company (Probably) Needs One How long has it been since your company had a comprehensive IT security audit? We’re not just talking about a simple scan of your systems, but an actual, in-depth audit. If it’s been longer than you care to remember then it’s probably time. An IT audit […]
How to Keep Your Data Safe on Public Wi-Fi Networks Whether it’s a coffee shop, airport, or hotel, at some point, you’re bound to find yourself doing business outside of the office. Sharing files and sensitive information over the Internet is especially risky if you’re using a public Wi-Fi network. Follow these tips to keep […]
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Know Your Enemy Computer viruses: they’re annoying spammy, and seemingly everywhere you go online. You’ve probably dealt with computer viruses in the past, but what steps have you taken to protect your company from malware attacks? Malware attacks are common, and one of the biggest threats to your business security. Malware is designed to steal […]