Category: Operations
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Beware of Holiday Email Scams
The holiday season is a time of joy and celebration, but it is also a prime time for cybercriminals to target businesses and individuals with various scams. As businesses gear up for the festive season, it is crucial to stay vigilant and protect yourself from email scams that can lead to significant financial and data…
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Smartphone Security Risks
A recent study highlights significant security risks faced by smartphone users, revealing some startling statistics about our vulnerability to cybercrime. Key Findings Expert Insights Jamie Akhtar, CEO of CyberSmart, emphasized the urgent need for greater security awareness. Paul Walsh, CEO of MetaCert, pointed out that phishing has evolved to target SMS and smartphones, with 83%…
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Cybersecurity in 2025
As we approach 2025, IBM security executives have shared their insights on the evolving landscape of cybersecurity. Here are six key predictions that highlight the challenges and opportunities ahead: 1. The Rise of Shadow AI Businesses are increasingly deploying generative AI models, sometimes without proper governance. This “shadow AI” poses significant data security risks. In…
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Passkeys: The Future of Secure Online Authentication
In recent years, the adoption of passkeys has seen a significant rise. According to recent research, awareness of passkeys has jumped from 39% in 2022 to an impressive 57% in 2024. Even more encouraging is that 62% of those who are aware of passkeys are actively using them to secure their online accounts. This shift…
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Outlook Quarantine
Understanding Quarantine Policies in Microsoft Defender for Office 365 In today’s digital landscape, email security is paramount. Microsoft Defender for Office 365 offers robust protection through its quarantine policies, ensuring that potentially harmful or unwanted messages are effectively managed. Here’s a closer look at how these policies work and what they mean for users. What…
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Beware the Phishing Phantoms
As the eerie chill of Halloween creeps in, it’s not just ghosts and goblins you need to watch out for. In the shadowy corners of the internet lurk the sinister phishers, ready to trick you into giving up your precious information. This Halloween, arm yourself with knowledge and stay one step ahead of these digital…
