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What Is a Data Leak and Why Should You Care?

A data leak occurs when sensitive, confidential information is unintentionally exposed to unauthorized parties, typically due to poor security measures or system vulnerabilities.

Cybersecurity

Sep 04, 2024

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What Is Next-Gen Antivirus and Why Do You Need It?

Next-gen antivirus (NGAV) is a device cybersecurity tool that uses machine learning and artificial intelligence to identify and neutralize threats.

Cybersecurity

Aug 26, 2024

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How You Can Prevent Viruses and Malicious Code (Malware)

By installing multiple cybersecurity measures like next-gen antivirus and multi-factor authentication, you can prevent viruses and malicious code for your organization.

Cybersecurity

Aug 07, 2024

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What Is the Definition of Multi-Factor Authentication? | Buzzwords

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is one of the fundamental cybersecurity protocols that prevents unauthorized users from accessing sensitive information and employee accounts.

Cybersecurity

Jul 24, 2024

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What Are FERPA Compliance Requirements?

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) applies to educational institutions and any organization that provides goods or services to those institutions. Learn how FERPA compliance could affect your organization.

Cybersecurity

Jul 08, 2024

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QR Code Scams: How to Identify a Fake QR Code | Tech Tips

Do you scan QR codes without thinking? Here’s how to identify fake ones that could be serious cybersecurity threats.

Cybersecurity

Jul 04, 2024

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What Is DNS Layer Security?

What is DNS layer security? Protecting your business at the DNS layer is the best way to head off cyber threats today. Learn more here.

Cybersecurity

Jun 20, 2024

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Printer Security: Network Best Practices & Why They Matter

Uncover the role of printers and other office equipment in an overarching cybersecurity strategy, and the types of attacks that these machines are susceptible to if left unprotected.

Cybersecurity

Jun 10, 2024

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What Is Cyber Hygiene?

Cyber hygiene is the routine practices, policies, and protocols that organizations follow in order to maintain a healthy network as part of a robust cybersecurity strategy.

Cybersecurity

May 22, 2024

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What You Need to Know About Third-Party Cybersecurity Assessments in California

The proposed updates to the CMMC framework include a third-party cybersecurity assessment conducted by an accredited assessor. 

Cybersecurity

May 15, 2024

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Cybersecurity Tips: Passphrase vs Password

Switching from passwords to passphrases is an easy way to substantially improve account security. Learn about the major differences below.

Cybersecurity

May 02, 2024

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What Is a Security Operations Center (SOC)? | Definition & Framework

Join Buzz the Bee as he explores what a security operations center is, how it works and responds, who’s employed there, and the concept of a managed SOC.

Cybersecurity

Apr 26, 2024

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5 Types of Malicious Code

This blog defines malware and reviews five of the most common malware types that cybercriminals use. The five malware variants covered include: worms, viruses, mobile malware, spyware, and ransomware.

Cybersecurity

Apr 25, 2024

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What Happens During a Cybersecurity Risk Audit?

A cybersecurity risk audit provides deep insights into the overall health of your network and provides you with the knowledge you need to evolve your defenses.

Cybersecurity

Apr 15, 2024

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Ranking the Different Types of Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

In this blog we review the four different types of multi-factor authentication (MFA), including “something you are”, “something you know”, “something you have”, and “somewhere you are.”

Cybersecurity

Apr 03, 2024

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