In our 2017 cybersecurity series, we’ve discussed a lot of different attack methods used by hackers. Most of the time, these cyberattacks are either financially motivated or a way for hackers to gain notoriety. But this week’s security prediction focuses on threat actors who aim to sway the hearts and minds of the general public by using their talents for cyber propaganda.
Software companies spend thousands of dollars securing code, applying security patches, using automated testing tools, hiring security experts, and running bug bounty programs. But despite these efforts, cybercriminals continue to find flaws to exploit.
The definition of breaking into a bank has changed dramatically in recent years. Heists are no longer exclusive to armed robbers and plot points in Hollywood blockbusters. Instead, all it takes to steal tens of millions of dollars is a few cunning hackers who know how to exploit the security vulnerabilities within a financial institution.
The golden rule of email security is this: If you get an email from someone you don’t recognize, don’t open it. Employees are pretty good at following this rule and keeping an eye out for suspicious hyperlinks and email attachments, ridiculous promotions, and typos.
Internet of Things (IoT) devices are becoming more commonplace in enterprises. Smart thermostats, security cameras, lighting systems, and battery backups are just a few of the internet-enabled appliances that help business owners collect data and run their organizations more smoothly.
The cyber security landscape was incredibly rough for businesses during 2016. From 500 million Yahoo accounts breached to the unprecedented denial-of-service attack on cloud infrastructure provider Dyn, hackers seem to find ways to outdo themselves every month.
Technology does many things to many different businesses. As 2017 rolls in, developments and trends in business technology can either push businesses forward or hold them back. Will the new year bring in unwelcome challenges, or will businesses find more reasons to embrace technology as an integral part of their strategies? Here are some predictions on essential business IT support solutions that will set the pace in 2017.
Cloud technology will continue to precipitate efficiency
Several years ago, moving all tech resources and capabilities to the cloud may have seemed like an absurd idea.
By the start of next year, you’ll likely receive a large volume of phone calls and conduct several business meetings via your Voice over IP (VoIP) system. And to set the tone for successful business relationships, a good phone call without the jitter, white noise, and audio interruptions is a good first step.
This month really is the most wonderful time of the year...for hackers, at least. Although the holidays are a profitable season for businesses, they’re also the perfect time for hackers to gift their targets with an abundance of malware and phishing scams.
Cyberattacks have grown both in scale and sophistication. At the same time, antivirus software, firewalls, and IT support services have made great strides toward defending against modern day malware and other web-based threats. But as remarkable as these cybersecurity solutions are, they do little to protect employees from social engineering ploys.
